Canada's 2026 federal holiday calendar has Canada Day (1 July) on a Wednesday — the least convenient possible placement for the nation's most important holiday. Federal workers take the Wednesday off; those wanting a longer break need leave on Tuesday 30 June or Thursday 2 July. The 159th anniversary of Confederation is celebrated mid-week.
Good Friday is 3 April — Easter falls early on 5 April. Victoria Day is Monday 18 May. Labour Day is Monday 7 September. National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (30 September) falls on a Wednesday — mid-week.
Thanksgiving is Monday 12 October. Remembrance Day (11 November) falls on a Wednesday — also mid-week in 2026. Christmas Day (25 December) is a Friday — automatic three-day festive weekend. Boxing Day (26 December) is a Saturday — absorbed into the weekend. New Year's Day (1 January 2027) falls on a Friday — automatic long weekend.
Nationwide Holidays 2026
5 holidays
Public Holidays for all of Canada
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | Thu | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 3 Apr 2026 | Fri | Good Friday | Nationwide |
| 1 Jul 2026 | Wed | Canada Day | Nationwide |
| 7 Sept 2026 | Mon | Labour Day | Nationwide |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Fri | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
Alberta — Additional Holidays
4 regional
Alberta — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | Family Day | Regional |
| 18 May 2026 | Mon | Victoria Day | Regional |
| 11 Nov 2026 | Wed | Remembrance Day | Regional |
| 28 Dec 2026 | Mon | Boxing Day (observed) | Regional |
British Columbia — Additional Holidays
6 regional
British Columbia — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | Family Day | Regional |
| 18 May 2026 | Mon | Victoria Day | Regional |
| 3 Aug 2026 | Mon | British Columbia Day | Regional |
| 30 Sept 2026 | Wed | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | Regional |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Mon | Thanksgiving | Regional |
| 11 Nov 2026 | Wed | Remembrance Day | Regional |
Manitoba — Additional Holidays
6 regional
Manitoba — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | Louis Riel Day | Regional |
| 18 May 2026 | Mon | Victoria Day | Regional |
| 3 Aug 2026 | Mon | Civic Holiday | Regional |
| 30 Sept 2026 | Wed | Orange Shirt Day | Regional |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Mon | Thanksgiving | Regional |
| 11 Nov 2026 | Wed | Remembrance Day | Regional |
New Brunswick — Additional Holidays
5 regional
New Brunswick — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | Family Day | Regional |
| 18 May 2026 | Mon | Victoria Day | Regional |
| 3 Aug 2026 | Mon | New Brunswick Day | Regional |
| 11 Nov 2026 | Wed | Remembrance Day | Regional |
| 28 Dec 2026 | Mon | Boxing Day (observed) | Regional |
Newfoundland and Labrador — Additional Holidays
7 regional
Newfoundland and Labrador — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Mar 2026 | Mon | Saint Patrick's Day | Regional |
| 20 Apr 2026 | Mon | Saint George's Day | Regional |
| 22 Jun 2026 | Mon | Discovery Day | Regional |
| 13 Jul 2026 | Mon | Orangemen's Day | Regional |
| 5 Aug 2026 | Wed | Regatta Day | Regional |
| 11 Nov 2026 | Wed | Remembrance Day | Regional |
| 28 Dec 2026 | Mon | Boxing Day (observed) | Regional |
Nova Scotia — Additional Holidays
2 regional
Nova Scotia — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | Heritage Day | Regional |
| 3 Aug 2026 | Mon | Natal Day | Regional |
Northwest Territories — Additional Holidays
6 regional
Northwest Territories — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 May 2026 | Mon | Victoria Day | Regional |
| 21 Jun 2026 | Sun | National Indigenous Peoples Day | Regional |
| 3 Aug 2026 | Mon | Civic Holiday | Regional |
| 30 Sept 2026 | Wed | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | Regional |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Mon | Thanksgiving | Regional |
| 11 Nov 2026 | Wed | Remembrance Day | Regional |
Nunavut — Additional Holidays
5 regional
Nunavut — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 May 2026 | Mon | Victoria Day | Regional |
| 9 Jul 2026 | Thu | Nunavut Day | Regional |
| 3 Aug 2026 | Mon | Civic Holiday | Regional |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Mon | Thanksgiving | Regional |
| 11 Nov 2026 | Wed | Remembrance Day | Regional |
Ontario — Additional Holidays
5 regional
Ontario — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | Family Day | Regional |
| 18 May 2026 | Mon | Victoria Day | Regional |
| 3 Aug 2026 | Mon | Civic Holiday | Regional |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Mon | Thanksgiving | Regional |
| 28 Dec 2026 | Mon | Boxing Day (observed) | Regional |
Prince Edward Island — Additional Holidays
4 regional
Prince Edward Island — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | Islander Day | Regional |
| 30 Sept 2026 | Wed | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | Regional |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Mon | Thanksgiving | Regional |
| 11 Nov 2026 | Wed | Remembrance Day | Regional |
Quebec — Additional Holidays
3 regional
Quebec — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 May 2026 | Mon | National Patriots' Day | Regional |
| 24 Jun 2026 | Wed | Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day | Regional |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Mon | Thanksgiving | Regional |
Saskatchewan — Additional Holidays
5 regional
Saskatchewan — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | Family Day | Regional |
| 18 May 2026 | Mon | Victoria Day | Regional |
| 3 Aug 2026 | Mon | Saskatchewan Day | Regional |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Mon | Thanksgiving | Regional |
| 11 Nov 2026 | Wed | Remembrance Day | Regional |
Yukon — Additional Holidays
6 regional
Yukon — Regional Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 May 2026 | Mon | Victoria Day | Regional |
| 21 Jun 2026 | Sun | National Indigenous Peoples Day | Regional |
| 17 Aug 2026 | Mon | Discovery Day | Regional |
| 30 Sept 2026 | Wed | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | Regional |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Mon | Thanksgiving | Regional |
| 11 Nov 2026 | Wed | Remembrance Day | Regional |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Canada Day in 2026 and is it convenient?
Canada Day (1 July) falls on a Wednesday in 2026 — mid-week. Federal offices close on the Wednesday. Workers wanting a longer break need to take Tuesday 30 June or Thursday 2 July as annual leave. Fireworks and celebrations take place on the Wednesday evening.
When is Canadian Thanksgiving in 2026?
Canadian Thanksgiving falls on Monday 12 October 2026 — the second Monday of October.
Is Christmas Day favourable in Canada in 2026?
Partially — Christmas Day (25 December) falls on a Friday, giving a three-day weekend. Boxing Day (26 December) is a Saturday — absorbed into the weekend, providing no additional weekday benefit. New Year's Day (1 January 2027, Friday) offers another automatic long weekend.
When is Victoria Day in Canada in 2026?
Victoria Day falls on Monday 18 May 2026. Traditional fireworks displays take place on Sunday 17 May evening.
Does Remembrance Day create a long weekend in 2026?
No — Remembrance Day (11 November) falls on a Wednesday in 2026. Provinces observing it as a statutory holiday grant the Wednesday off, but no automatic long weekend is created. Bridge days on Tuesday 10 November and Thursday 12 November are needed for a longer break.