Stat Holidays in Manitoba (2026)
All 8 statutory holidays with exact dates — plus the "holidays" that surprisingly aren't statutory in Manitoba.
| Holiday | 2026 Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| Louis Riel Day | February 16, 2026 | Monday |
| Good Friday | April 3, 2026 | Friday |
| Victoria Day | May 18, 2026 | Monday |
| Canada Day | July 1, 2026 | Wednesday |
| Labour Day | September 7, 2026 | Monday |
| Thanksgiving | October 12, 2026 | Monday |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2026 | Friday |
Commonly Assumed — but NOT Statutory in Manitoba
- ✕National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30, 2026) — recently legislated in Manitoba — confirm current status with Manitoba Employment Standards
- ✕Civic Holiday (August 3, 2026) — Terry Fox Day — not statutory
- ✕Remembrance Day (November 11, 2026) — special rules under the Remembrance Day Act (most businesses closed), but not general holiday pay
- ✕Boxing Day (December 26, 2026) — not statutory
How Holiday Pay Works in Manitoba
General holiday pay = 5% of gross wages in the 4 weeks before the holiday (or a regular day's pay for consistent schedules). Working the holiday adds 1.5x.
Calculate your holiday pay →Frequently Asked Questions
Manitoba has 8 statutory holidays in 2026: New Year's Day, Louis Riel Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day. Commonly assumed but NOT statutory: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Civic Holiday, Remembrance Day.
The next statutory holiday in Manitoba is Labour Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.
General holiday pay = 5% of gross wages in the 4 weeks before the holiday (or a regular day's pay for consistent schedules). Working the holiday adds 1.5x.
No — the first Monday of August (August 3, 2026) is not a statutory holiday in Manitoba, though many employers observe it voluntarily.
General information verified July 2026, not legal advice — eligibility rules and exceptions apply (retail, hospitality, and federally regulated sectors differ). Confirm with Manitoba's employment standards office.