Complete list of Canada national holidays, statutory holidays, and public holidays for 2026. This calendar includes all major festivals, bank holidays, and government holidays observed across Canada. Statutory holidays are mandatory holidays for government offices and banks, while provincial/territorial holidays vary by region.
Important national holidays like Canada Day (Jul 1), Victoria Day (May 18), Thanksgiving (Oct 12), and Christmas Day (Dec 25) are marked. Islamic festival dates marked as "Tentative" depend on moon sightings and may vary by one day. Provincial holidays are indicated with province abbreviations.
| Thursday1 January | New Year's Day |
| Tuesday6 January | Epiphany |
| Wednesday7 January | Orthodox Christmas Day |
| Wednesday14 January | Orthodox New Year |
| Friday16 January | Isra and Mi'raj Tentative |
| Monday2 February | Tu B'Shevat |
| Monday2 February | Groundhog Day |
| Saturday14 February | Valentine's Day |
| Sunday15 February | National Flag of Canada Day |
| Monday16 February | Louis Riel Day - Manitoba |
| Monday16 February | Nova Scotia Heritage Day |
| Monday16 February | Islander Day - PE |
| Monday16 February | Family Day - AB, BC, NB, ON, SK |
| Tuesday17 February | Carnival / Shrove Tuesday |
| Tuesday17 February | Lunar New Year |
| Wednesday18 February | Ash Wednesday |
| Wednesday18 February | Ramadan Start Tentative |
| Friday20 February | Yukon Heritage Day |
| Sunday1 March | St David's Day |
| Tuesday3 March | Purim |
| Sunday8 March | Daylight Saving Time starts |
| Monday9 March | Commonwealth Day |
| Sunday15 March | Lailat al-Qadr |
| Monday16 March | St. Patrick's Day - NL |
| Tuesday17 March | St. Patrick's Day |
| Friday20 March | Eid ul Fitr Tentative |
| Friday20 March | March Equinox |
| Thursday2 April | Maundy Thursday |
| Thursday2 April | First day of Passover |
| Friday3 April | Good Friday |
| Saturday4 April | Holy Saturday |
| Sunday5 April | Easter Sunday |
| Monday6 April | Easter Monday |
| Monday6 April | Tartan Day |
| Thursday9 April | Last day of Passover |
| Thursday9 April | Vimy Ridge Day |
| Friday10 April | Orthodox Good Friday |
| Saturday11 April | Orthodox Holy Saturday |
| Sunday12 April | Orthodox Easter |
| Monday13 April | Orthodox Easter Monday |
| Tuesday14 April | Yom HaShoah |
| Monday20 April | St. George's Day - NL |
| Wednesday22 April | Yom HaAtzmaut |
| Tuesday5 May | Lag B'Omer |
| Sunday10 May | Mother's Day |
| Thursday14 May | Ascension Day |
| Monday18 May | National Patriots' Day - Quebec |
| Monday18 May | Victoria Day |
| Friday22 May | Shavuot |
| Sunday24 May | Pentecost |
| Monday25 May | Whit Monday |
| Wednesday27 May | Eid al-Adha Tentative |
| Sunday31 May | Trinity Sunday |
| Thursday4 June | Corpus Christi |
| Wednesday17 June | Muharram Tentative |
| Sunday21 June | Father's Day |
| Sunday21 June | National Indigenous Peoples Day |
| Sunday21 June | June Solstice |
| Monday22 June | June Holiday - NL |
| Wednesday24 June | St. Jean Baptiste Day - Quebec |
| Friday26 June | Ashura Tentative |
| Wednesday1 July | Memorial Day - NL |
| Wednesday1 July | Canada Day |
| Thursday9 July | Nunavut Day |
| Monday13 July | Orangemen's Day - NL |
| Monday3 August | Civic/Provincial Day |
| Monday3 August | Saskatchewan Day |
| Monday3 August | Terry Fox Day - Manitoba |
| Monday3 August | New Brunswick Day |
| Monday3 August | British Columbia Day |
| Monday3 August | Natal Day - Nova Scotia |
| Monday3 August | Heritage Day - Alberta |
| Wednesday5 August | Regatta Day - NL |
| Saturday15 August | Assumption of Mary |
| Monday17 August | Discovery Day - Yukon |
| Friday21 August | Gold Cup Parade - PE |
| Wednesday26 August | Milad un Nabi Tentative |
| Monday7 September | Labour Day |
| Saturday12 September | Rosh Hashana |
| Monday21 September | Yom Kippur |
| Tuesday22 September | September Equinox |
| Saturday26 September | First day of Sukkot |
| Wednesday30 September | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
| Friday2 October | Hoshana Rabbah |
| Saturday3 October | Shemini Atzeret |
| Sunday4 October | Feast of St Francis of Assisi |
| Sunday4 October | Simchat Torah |
| Monday12 October | Thanksgiving Day |
| Sunday18 October | Healthcare Aide Day - BC, Manitoba |
| Saturday31 October | Halloween |
| Sunday1 November | All Saints' Day |
| Sunday1 November | Daylight Saving Time ends |
| Monday2 November | All Souls' Day |
| Sunday8 November | National Aboriginal Veterans Day |
| Wednesday11 November | Remembrance Day |
| Sunday29 November | First Sunday of Advent |
| Saturday5 December | First Day of Hanukkah |
| Tuesday8 December | Feast of the Immaculate Conception |
| Friday11 December | Anniversary of the Statute of Westminster |
| Saturday12 December | Last day of Hanukkah |
| Monday21 December | December Solstice |
| Thursday24 December | Christmas Eve |
| Friday25 December | Christmas Day |
| Saturday26 December | Kwanzaa (first day) |
| Saturday26 December | Boxing Day |
| Thursday31 December | New Year's Eve |
Canada Holidays 2026 will play an important role in how people plan their work schedules, vacations, school calendars, and family time. Whether you are a working professional, student, business owner, or traveler, knowing the official public holidays in advance helps you stay organized and stress-free.
Canada observes federal holidays that apply nationwide, along with provincial and territorial holidays that may vary by region. In this detailed guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about Canadian holidays in 2026, including their importance, planning tips, and how different provinces observe them.
Public holidays in Canada are more than just days off. They are deeply connected to the country’s history, culture, and values. Some holidays honor national milestones, while others reflect regional traditions.
For employees, holidays mean paid time off. For businesses, they affect operating hours and payroll. For travelers, holidays influence flight prices, hotel availability, and tourist crowds. Planning around Canada holidays in 2026 can help you save time, money, and effort.
Federal holidays are observed across Canada and apply to federally regulated workplaces such as banks, postal services, and government offices.
Here are the major federal holidays in Canada for 2026:
These holidays are widely recognized and often result in closures of banks, government offices, and many businesses.
In addition to federal holidays, each province and territory observes its own statutory holidays. These may differ in name, date, or legal status.
Some popular provincial holidays in 2026 include:
Because provincial rules vary, it’s always a good idea to confirm holidays specific to your location.
School holidays in Canada are managed at the provincial level. While dates vary, most schools follow a similar structure:
Parents and students should always check their local school board calendar for exact dates.
Planning smartly around public holidays can help you maximize time off without using too many vacation days.
Tips for better planning:
For example, Canada Day in July 2026 falls midweek, making it perfect for extending a short vacation.
Not all businesses close on public holidays. While banks and government offices usually shut down, retail stores, restaurants, and essential services may remain open—sometimes with reduced hours.
Employment standards for holiday pay also differ by province, so employees should review local labor laws.
Canada Holidays 2026 offer multiple opportunities to relax, celebrate, and reconnect with family and friends. With a mix of national and regional holidays, the calendar provides well-balanced breaks throughout the year.
Whether you are planning work schedules, vacations, school activities, or business operations, staying informed about Canadian public holidays will help you make better decisions. Bookmark this guide and refer back whenever you need quick and reliable holiday information.
• Dates for Islamic holidays (Eid ul Fitr, Eid al-Adha, Milad un Nabi, Muharram, Ashura) are tentative and subject to moon sighting. Actual dates may vary by one day.
• Holidays marked with province abbreviations (AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, NT, NU, ON, PE, QC, SK, YT) are specific to those provinces/territories.
• Statutory holidays are observed nationwide, while provincial holidays vary by region. Some holidays may be observed on different dates in different provinces.
• This list includes major national and regional holidays observed across Canada.