Public holidays in Canada 2027
8 nationwide public holidays in Canada in 2027, plus 23 regional holidays. Source: Nager.Date public-holiday database, fetched at build time.
Canada 2027 holiday calendar
| Date | Weekday | Holiday | Local name | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Friday | New Year's Day | - | Nationwide |
| February 15 | Monday | Louis Riel Day | - | Regional |
| February 15 | Monday | Islander Day | - | Regional |
| February 15 | Monday | Heritage Day | - | Regional |
| February 15 | Monday | Family Day | - | Regional |
| March 17 | Wednesday | Saint Patrick's Day | - | Regional |
| March 26 | Friday | Good Friday | - | Nationwide |
| March 29 | Monday | Easter Monday | - | Regional |
| April 23 | Friday | Saint George's Day | - | Regional |
| May 24 | Monday | National Patriots' Day | - | Regional |
| May 24 | Monday | Victoria Day | - | Nationwide |
| June 21 | Monday | National Aboriginal Day | - | Regional |
| June 24 | Thursday | Discovery Day | - | Regional |
| June 24 | Thursday | National Holiday | Fête nationale du Québec | Regional |
| July 1 | Thursday | Canada Day | - | Nationwide |
| July 12 | Monday | Orangemen's Day | - | Regional |
| August 2 | Monday | Civic Holiday | - | Regional |
| August 2 | Monday | British Columbia Day | - | Regional |
| August 2 | Monday | Heritage Day | - | Regional |
| August 2 | Monday | New Brunswick Day | - | Regional |
| August 2 | Monday | Natal Day | - | Regional |
| August 2 | Monday | Saskatchewan Day | - | Regional |
| August 16 | Monday | Gold Cup Parade Day | - | Regional |
| August 16 | Monday | Discovery Day | - | Regional |
| September 6 | Monday | Labour Day | - | Nationwide |
| September 30 | Thursday | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | - | Nationwide |
| October 11 | Monday | Thanksgiving | - | Nationwide |
| November 11 | Thursday | Armistice Day | - | Regional |
| November 11 | Thursday | Remembrance Day | - | Regional |
| December 25 | Saturday | Christmas Day | - | Nationwide |
| December 26 | Sunday | St. Stephen's Day | Boxing Day | Regional |
Is it a public holiday in Canada?
- Is January 1, 2027 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, New Year's Day, a Friday.
- Is March 26, 2027 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Good Friday, a Friday.
- Is May 24, 2027 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Victoria Day, a Monday.
- Is July 1, 2027 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Canada Day, a Thursday.
- Is September 6, 2027 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Labour Day, a Monday.
- Is September 30, 2027 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a Thursday.
- Is October 11, 2027 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Thanksgiving, a Monday.
- Is December 25, 2027 a public holiday in Canada? Yes, Christmas Day, a Saturday.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Canada have in 2027?
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 New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027.
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 2027 holidays fall on a weekend?
1 of the 8 nationwide holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday (Christmas Day). Whether a substitute weekday off applies depends on national rules.