Canada Holidays 2026 Calendar | Federal & Provincial Statutory Holidays
Complete guide to Canadian holidays in 2026. Federal statutory holidays, provincial holidays for all provinces, and a free printable calendar with all dates marked.
2026 Federal Statutory Holidays in Canada
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Thursday |
| Good Friday | April 3 | Friday |
| Victoria Day | May 18 | Monday |
| Canada Day | July 1 | Wednesday |
| Labour Day | September 7 | Monday |
| National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | September 30 | Wednesday |
| Thanksgiving | October 12 | Monday |
| Remembrance Day | November 11 | Wednesday |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Friday |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | Saturday |
Provincial Holidays by Region
Ontario
Ontario observes all federal holidays plus Family Day (February 16) and Civic Holiday (August 3). Use our February 2026 calendar to plan around Family Day weekend.Quebec
Quebec replaces some federal holidays with provincial ones: National Patriots' Day (May 18), Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day (June 24), and National Holiday. Check our June 2026 calendar for details.British Columbia
BC observes BC Day (August 3) and Family Day (February 16). Plan your summer with our August 2026 calendar.Alberta
Alberta has Family Day (February 16) and Heritage Day (August 3).Long Weekend Planning Tips for 2026
Canada has several excellent long weekend opportunities in 2026. Use our Working Days Calculator to count business days and plan PTO strategically:- Easter Weekend (April 3-5): Take Thursday off for a 4-day break
- Victoria Day (May 18): Natural 3-day weekend — the unofficial start of summer
- Canada Day (July 1): Falls on Wednesday — take 2 days off for a 5-day vacation
- Labour Day (Sept 7): 3-day weekend, last hurrah of summer
- Thanksgiving (Oct 12): 3-day weekend for family gatherings
Use our Vacation Planner to maximize your paid time off around these holidays.
Download Your Free 2026 Canada Calendar
- 2026 Canada Holidays Calendar — All federal holidays marked
- Printable Calendar 2026 — Beautiful PDF templates
- 2026 Yearly Calendar — Full year on one page
- PDF Calendar 2026 — Direct PDF download
Frequently Asked Questions
How many statutory holidays does Canada have in 2026?
Canada has 10 federal statutory holidays in 2026. Provinces add additional holidays — Ontario has 9, Quebec has 8, and BC has 10 provincial holidays.
Is Boxing Day a statutory holiday in Canada?
Boxing Day (December 26) is a federal statutory holiday. However, it is not observed in all provinces. In Ontario, it is an optional public holiday.
When is Canadian Thanksgiving 2026?
Canadian Thanksgiving is on Monday, October 12, 2026 — the second Monday of October. Use our Thanksgiving Countdown to track the days.
Start Planning Today
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