Banff National Park, Canada

Public holidays

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5 public holidays observed in Canada during 2026. 32 school breaks shape travel demand. 4 long weekend opportunities.

Public holidays

5

Long weekends

4

School breaks

32

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026

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National holidays apply everywhere in Canada. Pick a state to see additional regional dates.

All 2026 holidays

5 total
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January 2026

  1. Jan1
    New Year's Day

    Thursday

April 2026

  1. Apr3
    Good Friday

    Friday

July 2026

  1. Jul1
    Canada Day

    Wednesday

September 2026

  1. Sep7
    Labour Day

    Monday

December 2026

  1. Dec25
    Christmas Day

    Friday

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Long weekend opportunities

Smart windows to maximize your time off.

New Year's Day

Jan 1 – 4

4days off
Thu1β˜…
Fri2↓ off
Sat3Β·
Sun4Β·

Take 1 day off β†’ 4-day weekend

Good Friday

Apr 3 – 5

3days off
Fri3β˜…
Sat4Β·
Sun5Β·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

Sep 5 – 7

3days off
Sat5Β·
Sun6Β·
Mon7β˜…

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Christmas Day

Dec 25 – 27

3days off
Fri25β˜…
Sat26Β·
Sun27Β·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed β€” peak travel demand from families.

RegionAllAlbertaBritish ColumbiaManitobaNew BrunswickNewfoundland and LabradorNova ScotiaNorthwest TerritoriesNunavutOntarioPrince Edward IslandQuebecSaskatchewanYukon

Breaks by region

Pick your group above to see only the relevant dates.

Alberta5 breaks
Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Feb26

No classes day

Feb 26–27 Β· 2 days

Mar30

Spring Break

Mar 30 – Apr 2 Β· 4 days

Jun24

Summer Break

Jun 24 – Aug 31 Β· 69 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

British Columbia4 breaks
Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Mar16

Spring Break

Mar 16–27 Β· 12 days

Jun29

Summer Break

Jun 29 – Aug 31 Β· 64 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

Manitoba4 breaks
Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Mar30

Spring Break

Mar 30 – Apr 3 Β· 5 days

Jul1

Summer Break

Jul 1 – Sep 7 Β· 69 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

New Brunswick6 breaks
Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Mar2

Spring Break

Mar 2–6 Β· 5 days

Apr6

Easter Monday

Apr 6–6 Β· 1 day

May1

No classes day

May 1–1 Β· 1 day

Jun22

Summer Break

Jun 22 – Aug 31 Β· 71 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

Newfoundland and Labrador5 breaks
Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Feb21

Mid-Winter Break

Feb 21–24 Β· 4 days

Apr17

Spring Break

Apr 17–26 Β· 10 days

Jun29

Summer Break

Jun 29 – Aug 31 Β· 64 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

Nova Scotia4 breaks
Dec23

Winter Break

Dec 23 – Jan 2 Β· 11 days

Mar16

Spring Break

Mar 16–20 Β· 5 days

Jun30

Summer Break

Jun 30 – Aug 31 Β· 63 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

Northwest Territories4 breaks
Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Mar16

Spring Break

Mar 16–20 Β· 5 days

Jun29

Summer Break

Jun 29 – Aug 31 Β· 64 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

Nunavut5 breaks
Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Feb10

Mid-Winter Break

Feb 10–14 Β· 5 days

Apr11

Spring Break

Apr 11–27 Β· 17 days

Jun25

Summer Break

Jun 25 – Aug 31 Β· 68 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

Ontario4 breaks
Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Mar16

Spring Break

Mar 16–20 Β· 5 days

Jun29

Summer Break

Jun 29 – Aug 31 Β· 64 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

Prince Edward Island9 breaks
Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 4 Β· 15 days

Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 4 Β· 14 days

Feb1

No classes day

Feb 1–1 Β· 1 day

Feb13

No classes day

Feb 13–13 Β· 1 day

Mar16

Spring Break

Mar 16–20 Β· 5 days

Mar19

Spring Break

Mar 19–25 Β· 7 days

Mar29

Easter Monday

Mar 29–29 Β· 1 day

Apr6

Easter Monday

Apr 6–6 Β· 1 day

Jun26

Summer Break

Jun 26 – Aug 31 Β· 67 days

Quebec5 breaks
Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Mar2

Spring Break

Mar 2–6 Β· 5 days

Mar3

No classes day

Mar 3–6 Β· 4 days

Jun22

Summer Break

Jun 22 – Aug 31 Β· 71 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

Saskatchewan5 breaks
Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Feb17

Mid-Winter Break

Feb 17–20 Β· 4 days

Apr6

Spring Break

Apr 6–10 Β· 5 days

Jun25

Summer Break

Jun 25 – Aug 31 Β· 68 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

Yukon2 breaks
Dec22

Winter Break

Dec 22 – Jan 2 Β· 12 days

Dec21

Winter Break

Dec 21 – Jan 1 Β· 12 days

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Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Canada in 2026?
Canada observes 5 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Good Friday (April 3, 2026), Canada Day (July 1, 2026), Labour Day (September 7, 2026), Christmas Day (December 25, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Canada have in 2026?
Canada observes 5 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Canada 2026?
New Year's Day in Canada falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Good Friday in Canada 2026?
Good Friday in Canada falls on April 3, 2026.
When is Canada Day in Canada 2026?
Canada Day in Canada falls on July 1, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Canada 2026?
Labour Day in Canada falls on September 7, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Canada 2026?
Christmas Day in Canada falls on December 25, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Canada?
Most public holidays in Canada are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday β€” check the notes for each holiday above.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Canada?
Yes β€” most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.
What is a "bridge day"?
A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.
Are these dates official for Canada?
Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date β€” especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.
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