Stat Holidays in Ontario (2026)
All 9 statutory holidays with exact dates — plus the "holidays" that surprisingly aren't statutory in Ontario.
| Holiday | 2026 Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| Family 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 |
| Boxing Day | December 26, 2026 | Saturday |
Commonly Assumed — but NOT Statutory in Ontario
- ✕Civic Holiday (August 3, 2026) — widely observed, but optional for employers
- ✕National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30, 2026) — federal employees only; not an Ontario ESA holiday
- ✕Remembrance Day (November 11, 2026) — not a public holiday under the Ontario ESA
- ✕Easter Monday (April 6, 2026) — not statutory
How Holiday Pay Works in Ontario
Public holiday pay = regular wages in the 4 work weeks before the holiday (plus vacation pay payable) ÷ 20. Working the holiday adds 1.5x premium pay or a substitute day off.
Calculate your holiday pay →Frequently Asked Questions
Ontario has 9 statutory holidays in 2026: New Year's Day, Family Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, Boxing Day. Commonly assumed but NOT statutory: Civic Holiday, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Remembrance Day.
The next statutory holiday in Ontario is Labour Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Public holiday pay = regular wages in the 4 work weeks before the holiday (plus vacation pay payable) ÷ 20. Working the holiday adds 1.5x premium pay or a substitute day off.
No — the first Monday of August (August 3, 2026) is not a statutory holiday in Ontario, 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 Ontario's employment standards office.