Canada Public Holidays 2026
Canadian public life pauses for 11 national holidays during 2026. The year opens with New Year's Day on January 1, 2026 and closes with Boxing Day on December 26, 2026. Around 2 coincide with the weekend, so plan long weekends around the rest.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1, 2026 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| Good Friday | April 3, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Easter Sunday | April 5, 2026 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| Victoria Day | May 18, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Canada Day | July 1, 2026 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| Civic Holiday | August 3, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Labour Day | September 7, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Thanksgiving | October 12, 2026 | Monday | Public holiday |
| Remembrance Day | November 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2026 | Friday | Public holiday |
| Boxing Day | December 26, 2026 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
Expect the most closures around April (2 holidays), so schedule deliveries and appointments with that in mind. The table below lists every Canada public holiday for 2026 with its exact date and the weekday it falls on, so you can see the long weekends at a glance. Regional and local observances are excluded, so what you see are the holidays recognised across Canada.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Canada have in 2026?
Canada has 11 national public holidays in 2026. The first is New Year's Day on January 1, 2026 and the last is Boxing Day on December 26, 2026.
What is the first public holiday of 2026 in Canada?
The first public holiday of 2026 is New Year's Day, which falls on January 1, 2026, a Thursday.
When is New Year celebrated in Canada in 2026?
In 2026, New Year's Day in Canada is on January 1, 2026, a Thursday.
Are regional holidays included for Canada?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of Canada are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for Canada
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the Canada public holiday calendar across years: