Public holidays in Canada 2026
8 nationwide public holidays in Canada in 2026, plus 23 regional holidays. Source: Nager.Date public-holiday database, fetched at build time.
Canada 2026 holiday calendar
| Date | Weekday | Holiday | Local name | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | - | Nationwide |
| February 16 | Monday | Louis Riel Day | - | Regional |
| February 16 | Monday | Islander Day | - | Regional |
| February 16 | Monday | Heritage Day | - | Regional |
| February 16 | Monday | Family Day | - | Regional |
| March 17 | Tuesday | Saint Patrick's Day | - | Regional |
| April 3 | Friday | Good Friday | - | Nationwide |
| April 6 | Monday | Easter Monday | - | Regional |
| April 23 | Thursday | Saint George's Day | - | Regional |
| May 18 | Monday | National Patriots' Day | - | Regional |
| May 18 | Monday | Victoria Day | - | Nationwide |
| June 21 | Sunday | National Aboriginal Day | - | Regional |
| June 24 | Wednesday | Discovery Day | - | Regional |
| June 24 | Wednesday | National Holiday | Fête nationale du Québec | Regional |
| July 1 | Wednesday | Canada Day | - | Nationwide |
| July 12 | Sunday | Orangemen's Day | - | Regional |
| August 3 | Monday | Civic Holiday | - | Regional |
| August 3 | Monday | British Columbia Day | - | Regional |
| August 3 | Monday | Heritage Day | - | Regional |
| August 3 | Monday | New Brunswick Day | - | Regional |
| August 3 | Monday | Natal Day | - | Regional |
| August 3 | Monday | Saskatchewan Day | - | Regional |
| August 17 | Monday | Gold Cup Parade Day | - | Regional |
| August 17 | Monday | Discovery Day | - | Regional |
| September 7 | Monday | Labour Day | - | Nationwide |
| September 30 | Wednesday | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | - | Nationwide |
| October 12 | Monday | Thanksgiving | - | Nationwide |
| November 11 | Wednesday | Armistice Day | - | Regional |
| November 11 | Wednesday | Remembrance Day | - | Regional |
| December 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | - | Nationwide |
| December 26 | Saturday | St. Stephen's Day | Boxing Day | Regional |
Is it a public holiday in Canada?
- Is January 1, 2026 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, New Year's Day, a Thursday.
- Is April 3, 2026 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Good Friday, a Friday.
- Is May 18, 2026 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Victoria Day, a Monday.
- Is July 1, 2026 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Canada Day, a Wednesday.
- Is September 7, 2026 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Labour Day, a Monday.
- Is September 30, 2026 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a Wednesday.
- Is October 12, 2026 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Thanksgiving, a Monday.
- Is December 25, 2026 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Christmas Day, a Friday.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Canada have in 2026?
8 nationwide public holidays, plus 23 observed only in some regions.
What is the next public holiday in Canada?
As of July 12, 2026, the next nationwide public holiday is Labour Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Do public holidays differ by region in Canada?
Yes, 23 of the listed holidays apply only in certain states or regions (marked "Regional" in the table).
How many 2026 holidays fall on a weekend?
0 of the 8 nationwide holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday. Whether a substitute weekday off applies depends on national rules.