Public holidays in Canada, 2026
5 public holidays, 5 of them on a weekday - days when the verdict for Canada drops from PING to MAYBE. Next up: Christmas Day on Friday 25 December.
2026 dates
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January | New Year's Day | Thursday |
| 3 April | Good Friday | Friday |
| 1 July | Canada Day | Wednesday |
| 7 September | Labour Day | Monday |
| 25 December | Christmas Day | Friday |
Questions
How many public holidays does Canada have in 2026?
5 nationwide public holidays, 5 falling on a weekday. Regional holidays are not included.
What is the next public holiday in Canada?
Christmas Day, on Friday 25 December 2026.
Should I message colleagues on a public holiday?
Asleep marks public holidays as MAYBE: people may be reachable, but don’t expect a reply. Schedule-send for the next working day if it can wait.