Canada Public Holidays (2025–2028)
Canada has federal statutory holidays that apply nationwide to federally regulated workplaces, plus provincial holidays that vary. In 2026 there are 10 federal statutory holidays. Because Boxing Day (Dec 26) is a Saturday, its substitute day off moves to Monday Dec 28.
At a Glance: Statutory Days & Long Weekends
2026 – 20275 long weekends (3+ days)
View full calendar6 long weekends scheduled
Explore scheduleCanadian Heritage (Patrimoine canadien) and provincial Ministries of Labour.
Canada Labour Code (Part III) for federally regulated workplaces; Provincial Employment Standards Acts for all others.
Canada Public Holiday System & Legal Framework
Governing Legislation & Statutory Authority
Canada Labour Code (Part III) for federally regulated workplaces; Provincial Employment Standards Acts for all others.
Weekend In-Lieu Observance & Substitute Days
Substitute day off on the following Monday when a statutory holiday falls on Saturday or Sunday. When Christmas and Boxing Day span a weekend, substitute days extend into Monday and Tuesday, creating a 4-day weekend.
Federal vs Regional & Provincial Disparities
Canada has 10 federal statutory holidays, but provincial lists vary significantly. Family Day (third Monday in Feb) is celebrated in ON, AB, SK, BC and NB; Quebec celebrates Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day (June 24); Remembrance Day is statutory in some provinces but not in Ontario.
Statutory Annual Leave & Bridge Days (Ponts) Culture
Federally regulated workers earn 2 weeks paid annual leave after 1 year, increasing to 3 weeks after 5 years and 4 weeks after 10 years. Canadian workers frequently bridge Victoria Day, Canada Day, and Labour Day into 4- to 5-day holiday escapes.
Canada Multi-Year Calendars & Downloads (2025–2028)
iCal (ICS) · CSV · PDFSubscribe to all years in your calendar app
Google Calendar · Apple Calendar · Outlook — the feed updates as governments publish new years.
Canada Planning Hub: Calendars, Working Days & Schools
Working Days Calculator
Calculate exact business days, work hours, and statutory holidays for Canada (2026 & 2027) for payroll and contracts.
Long Weekends & Leave Planner
Discover all natural 3- and 4-day weekends, plus interactive bridge day strategies turning 1–2 days of annual leave into 5–9 days off.
Today's Public Holiday Status
Live local-timezone detector answering "Is today a public holiday in Canada?" with next upcoming closures.
Canada Statutory Holidays 2026 by Province: Federal vs Provincial
Canada statutory holidays 2026 by province: the 10 federal days cover only federally regulated jobs. See Family Day, Sept 30 and Boxing Day by province.
Major Global Festivals Celebrated in Canada
Other Public Holiday Calendars in North America
Official sources & data
- Statutory holidays for federally regulated employeesVisit sourceGovernment of Canada
Frequently Asked Questions About Canada Public Holidays
How many statutory public holidays are there in Canada?
Canada has 10 federal statutory holidays that apply nationwide to federally regulated employers. Across individual provinces and territories, the total number of paid statutory days generally ranges between 9 and 12 days depending on local employment legislation.
What happens when a statutory holiday falls on a weekend in Canada?
Yes. Under both the Canada Labour Code and provincial employment standards, when a fixed-date statutory holiday (such as Canada Day or Christmas) lands on a Saturday or Sunday, eligible employees receive a substitute day off with pay on the following Monday.
Why do statutory holidays differ between Canadian provinces?
Canada is a federal federation where labour law is predominantly under provincial jurisdiction. Only banks, telecommunications, transport, and federal civil service fall under federal law. Consequently, provinces decide their own statutory days, like Family Day in Ontario or Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day in Quebec.
Are employers legally required to pay for statutory holidays in Canada?
Yes. Eligible employees who do not work on a statutory holiday receive their regular statutory holiday pay (usually an average day pay calculated over the prior 4 weeks). If an employee is required to work, they are typically entitled to holiday pay plus 1.5 times their regular wage.
What is Canada’s longest public holiday break of the year?
The Christmas and Boxing Day period (December 25–26) is Canada’s longest statutory break. When either day borders a weekend or takes in-lieu rollover days, workers often enjoy 4 consecutive days off without using any paid leave.