Canada Statutory Holidays Overview
Complete overview of statutory holidays in Canada, including federal and provincial holidays, eligibility requirements, and holiday pay rules.
Federal Statutory Holidays
Canada observes 6 federal statutory holidays that apply nationwide: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Canada Day (July 1), Labour Day, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30), and Christmas Day.
Common Provincial Holidays
Additional holidays observed in most provinces include: Family Day/Louis Riel Day/Islander Day (February), Victoria Day (May), Civic Holiday (August), Thanksgiving (October), Remembrance Day (November), and Boxing Day (December 26).
Holiday Pay Eligibility
To qualify for statutory holiday pay, you typically need to have worked at least 30 days in the previous 12 months and work your scheduled day before and after the holiday.
Working on Holidays
If you work on a statutory holiday, you're generally entitled to premium pay (typically 1.5x or 2x your regular rate) plus a substitute day off.