Public Holidays for
Canada has 12 public holidays in 2026. 10 fall on weekdays, 2 on weekends.
All 12 public holidays
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday |
| Apr 5 | Sunday(weekend) | Easter Sunday |
| May 18 | Monday | Victoria Day |
| Jul 1 | Wednesday | Canada Day |
| Aug 3 | Monday | Civic Holiday |
| Sep 7 | Monday | Labour Day |
| Sep 30 | Wednesday | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
| Oct 12 | Monday | Thanksgiving |
| Nov 11 | Wednesday | Remembrance Day |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| Dec 26 | Saturday(weekend) | Boxing Day |
Plan your time off
10 holidays fall on weekdays in 2026 — here are the best periods to extend them into long breaks using fewer leave days.
4 days off · 1 leave day
Jan 1 – Jan 4
New Year's Day
4 days off · 1 leave day
Apr 2 – Apr 5
Good Friday, Easter Sunday
4 days off · 1 leave day
Apr 3 – Apr 6
Good Friday, Easter Sunday
4 days off · 1 leave day
May 16 – May 19
Victoria Day
4 days off · 1 leave day
Aug 1 – Aug 4
Civic Holiday
4 days off · 1 leave day
Sep 5 – Sep 8
Labour Day
4 days off · 1 leave day
Oct 10 – Oct 13
Thanksgiving
4 days off · 1 leave day
Dec 24 – Dec 27
Christmas Day, Boxing Day
4 days off · 1 leave day
Dec 25 – Dec 28
Christmas Day, Boxing Day
5 days off · 2 leave days
Jan 1 – Jan 5
New Year's Day
Leave entitlements in Canada
Canada's vacation entitlements vary by province. Federally regulated employees receive a minimum of 2 weeks (10 days) after one year of employment, increasing to 3 weeks after 5 years. Most provinces follow similar rules, with some like Saskatchewan offering 3 weeks from the start. Statutory holidays vary by province, with nationwide holidays including Canada Day, Labour Day, and Christmas.