Canada
2026 Canadian holidays
A list of Canada holidays for 2026, including observed dates and stock market closures.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | Statutory holiday | – |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday | Statutory holiday | – |
| Monday, May 18, 2026 | Victoria Day | Statutory holiday | – |
| Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | Canada Day | Statutory holiday | – |
| Monday, September 7, 2026 | Labour Day | Statutory holiday | – |
| Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | Statutory holiday | – |
| Monday, October 12, 2026 | Thanksgiving Day | Statutory holiday | – |
| Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | Remembrance Day | Statutory holiday | – |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | Statutory holiday | – |
Source basis: Canada.ca statutory holidays. Last updated: June 2026.
TSX holidays 2026
Market holiday reference. Verify exact closures and early-close schedules directly with the exchange.
| Date | Holiday | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | – |
| Monday, February 16, 2026 | Family Day | – |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday | – |
| Monday, May 18, 2026 | Victoria Day | – |
| Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | Canada Day | – |
| Monday, August 3, 2026 | Civic Holiday | – |
| Monday, September 7, 2026 | Labour Day | – |
| Monday, October 12, 2026 | Thanksgiving Day | – |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | – |
| Monday, December 28, 2026 | Boxing Day observed | December 26 falls on a Saturday. |
Source reference: TMX TSX calendar and trading hours. Verify directly with the exchange before trading decisions.
Practical uses
PTO and leave planning
Use this list to plan your annual leave around Canadian public holidays. Combining a holiday with a weekend can create longer breaks — see the canadian long weekends in 2026 for pre-built three-day and four-day weekends.
Payroll and deadlines
Public holidays affect payroll processing deadlines and direct deposit schedules. When a holiday falls on a weekday, it reduces the number of business days in that period. See business days in 2026 for net working day counts per month.
School and childcare
Public holidays typically mean school closures, but exact dates vary by state, province or region. Check your local school district or education authority for the full academic calendar.
Travel and events
Book travel early around major holidays like New Year's Day and Christmas Day when demand — and prices — are typically highest.
Frequently asked questions
- Do holidays that fall on a weekend get observed on a different day?
- When a statutory holiday falls on a weekend, the following Monday is typically observed as the holiday, though rules vary by province.
- Are these national or regional holidays?
- These are national statutory holidays. Each province and territory observes additional holidays — check your provincial government website.
- Can I download these holidays for my calendar app?
- Yes. Download the ICS file to import into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar or Outlook. Or download the CSV file to open in Excel or Google Sheets.
- How many statutory holidays fall on weekdays in 2026?
- 9 of the 9 statutory holidays in 2026 fall on weekdays. None fall on a weekend.