Stat Holidays in Prince Edward Island (2026)
All 8 statutory holidays with exact dates — plus the "holidays" that surprisingly aren't statutory in PEI.
| Holiday | 2026 Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| Islander Day | February 16, 2026 | Monday |
| Good Friday | April 3, 2026 | Friday |
| Canada Day | July 1, 2026 | Wednesday |
| Labour Day | September 7, 2026 | Monday |
| National Day for Truth and Reconciliation | September 30, 2026 | Wednesday |
| Remembrance Day | November 11, 2026 | Wednesday |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2026 | Friday |
Commonly Assumed — but NOT Statutory in PEI
- ✕Victoria Day (May 18, 2026) — not statutory
- ✕Thanksgiving (October 12, 2026) — not statutory
- ✕Boxing Day (December 26, 2026) — not statutory
How Holiday Pay Works in PEI
Paid holiday for employees meeting the 30-day/15-day eligibility rules; working the holiday pays 1.5x.
Calculate your holiday pay →Frequently Asked Questions
Prince Edward Island has 8 statutory holidays in 2026: New Year's Day, Islander Day, Good Friday, Canada Day, Labour Day, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Remembrance Day, Christmas Day. Commonly assumed but NOT statutory: Victoria Day, Thanksgiving, Boxing Day.
The next statutory holiday in Prince Edward Island is Labour Day on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Paid holiday for employees meeting the 30-day/15-day eligibility rules; working the holiday pays 1.5x.
No — the first Monday of August (August 3, 2026) is not a statutory holiday in Prince Edward Island.
General information verified July 2026, not legal advice — eligibility rules and exceptions apply (retail, hospitality, and federally regulated sectors differ). Confirm with Prince Edward Island's employment standards office.