Federal and Provincial Holidays in Canada (2026) 🇨🇦

Q: When is the next public holiday in Canada?

The next public holiday in Canada is Canada Day on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 — in 22 days.

Q: How many public holidays does Canada have in 2026?

Canada has 5 public holidays in 2026.

Q: What was the most recent public holiday in Canada?

The most recent public holiday in Canada was Good Friday on Friday, April 3, 2026 — 67 days ago.

Q: What are the upcoming public holidays in Canada?

The next 3 public holidays in Canada:Wednesday, July 1, 2026: Canada DayMonday, September 7, 2026: Labor DayFriday, December 25, 2026: Christmas Day

Q: How does Canada's holiday count compare to its neighbours?

Canada has 5 public holidays this year. Neighbours for comparison:United States: 12 public holidays

Q: How many public holidays does Canada have in 2027?

Canada will have 6 public holidays in 2027.

Q: Does Canada have state or provincial holidays too?

Yes — Canada has 13 additional state, provincial or regional holidays that are not nationally observed. These vary by subdivision; check our country page for the full list.

Canada observes 5 public holidays this year, with 6 scheduled for 2027. The next public holiday is Canada Day. The most recent was Good Friday.

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This year, Canada observes 5 public holidays, with 6 scheduled for 2027. The next holiday is Canada Day on 1 Jul. The most recently passed holiday was Good Friday. Click here to see the 2027 Public Holidays for Canada.

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

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State & Regional Holidays in Canada

Alberta Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Thanksgiving Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Remembrance Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

British Columbia Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
3 Aug	Monday	British Columbia Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
30 Sep	Wednesday	National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
12 Oct	Monday	Thanksgiving Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Remembrance Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Manitoba Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

New Brunswick Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
3 Aug	Monday	New Brunswick Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Remembrance Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Nouvelle-Écosse Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Remembrance Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Nunavut Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
9 Jul	Thursday	Nunavut Day
3 Aug	Monday	Civic Holiday
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
30 Sep	Wednesday	National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
12 Oct	Monday	Thanksgiving Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Remembrance Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Ontario Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Boxing Day

Quebec Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
24 Jun	Wednesday	Saint John the Baptist Day
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Saskatchewan Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
3 Aug	Monday	Saskatchewan Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Thanksgiving Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Remembrance Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Newfoundland and Labrador Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day; Memorial Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Remembrance Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Northwest Territories Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
21 Jun	Sunday	National Aboriginal Day
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
3 Aug	Monday	Civic Holiday
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
30 Sep	Wednesday	National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
12 Oct	Monday	Thanksgiving Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Remembrance Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Yukon Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
21 Jun	Sunday	National Aboriginal Day
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
17 Aug	Monday	Discovery Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
30 Sep	Wednesday	National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
12 Oct	Monday	Thanksgiving Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Remembrance Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Prince Edward Island Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
1 Jul	Wednesday	Canada Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
30 Sep	Wednesday	National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
11 Nov	Wednesday	Remembrance Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Frequently Asked Questions about Holidays in Canada

When is the next public holiday in Canada?

The next public holiday in Canada is Canada Day on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 — in 22 days.

Is today a public holiday in Canada?

No — today (Tuesday, June 9, 2026) is not a public holiday in Canada.

How many public holidays does Canada have in 2026?

Canada has 5 public holidays in 2026.

What was the most recent public holiday in Canada?

The most recent public holiday in Canada was Good Friday on Friday, April 3, 2026 — 67 days ago.

What are the upcoming public holidays in Canada?

The next 3 public holidays in Canada:

Wednesday, July 1, 2026: Canada Day
Monday, September 7, 2026: Labor Day
Friday, December 25, 2026: Christmas Day

How does Canada's holiday count compare to its neighbours?

Canada has 5 public holidays this year. Neighbours for comparison:

United States: 12 public holidays

How many public holidays does Canada have in 2027?

Canada will have 6 public holidays in 2027.

Does Canada have state or provincial holidays too?

Yes — Canada has 13 additional state, provincial or regional holidays that are not nationally observed. These vary by subdivision; check our country page for the full list.