When are the 2025 Statutory Holidays in Canada?
In Canada, each province has its own list of statutory holidays (also known as "stat holidays") that are recognized and observed across the nation.
These holidays offer employees a break from their work, providing an opportunity for rest, reflection, or celebration.
Whether you're looking to maximize your vacation days, align your recruitment efforts with local holiday schedules or just curious about the statutory holidays in each province, here's a breakdown of the key stat holidays across Canada.
Stat Holidays in 2025:
1. Alberta
Alberta shares many stat holidays with other provinces, but it also has a few unique ones. The most important holidays in Alberta are:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Family Day (Third Monday in February)
Victoria Day (Monday preceding May 25)
Canada Day (July 1)
Heritage Day (First Monday in August)
Labour Day (First Monday in September)
Thanksgiving Day (Second Monday in October)
Remembrance Day (November 11)
Christmas Day (December 25)
Boxing Day (December 26)
Note: Heritage Day is specific to Alberta, giving residents a chance to celebrate the province’s culture and history.
2. British Columbia
British Columbia shares several holidays with Alberta and other provinces, though it has a few distinctive days as well. These include:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Family Day (Third Monday in February)
Good Friday (Friday before Easter Sunday)
Easter Monday (Day after Easter Sunday)
Victoria Day (Monday preceding May 25)
Canada Day (July 1)
BC Day (First Monday in August)
Labour Day (First Monday in September)
Thanksgiving Day (Second Monday in October)
Remembrance Day (November 11)
Christmas Day (December 25)
Boxing Day (December 26)
Note: BC Day is a holiday unique to British Columbia, celebrating the province’s culture and history.
3. Ontario
Ontario has many statutory holidays that are shared across Canada. Some notable holidays in Ontario include:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Family Day (Third Monday in February)
Good Friday (Friday before Easter Sunday)
Victoria Day (Monday preceding May 25)
Canada Day (July 1)
Civic Holiday (First Monday in August)
Labour Day (First Monday in September)
Thanksgiving Day (Second Monday in October)
Remembrance Day (November 11)
Christmas Day (December 25)
Boxing Day (December 26)
Note: Ontario also observes Civic Holiday on the first Monday of August, a day for local celebrations and community events.
4. Quebec
Quebec celebrates many statutory holidays, but it also has a few distinctive ones rooted in its French heritage:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Day After New Year’s Day (January 2)
Good Friday (Friday before Easter Sunday)
Easter Monday (Day after Easter Sunday)
National Patriots' Day (Last Monday in May)
St. Jean Baptiste Day (June 24)
Canada Day (July 1)
Labour Day (First Monday in September)
Thanksgiving Day (Second Monday in October)
Remembrance Day (November 11)
Christmas Day (December 25)
Boxing Day (December 26)
Note: National Patriots' Day is a uniquely Quebecois holiday that commemorates the 1837-1838 Patriote Rebellions. St. Jean Baptiste Day is also a major cultural celebration for the province.
5. Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia recognizes several key holidays that are shared with other provinces. Here are the most important ones:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Family Day (Third Monday in February)
Good Friday (Friday before Easter Sunday)
Easter Monday (Day after Easter Sunday)
Victoria Day (Monday preceding May 25)
Canada Day (July 1)
Natal Day (First Monday in August)
Labour Day (First Monday in September)
Thanksgiving Day (Second Monday in October)
Remembrance Day (November 11)
Christmas Day (December 25)
Boxing Day (December 26)
Note: Natal Day is a provincial holiday celebrated in Halifax and other communities, commemorating the founding of Halifax.
6. Manitoba
Manitoba observes a mix of national and provincial holidays. Some of these include:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Louis Riel Day (Third Monday in February)
Good Friday (Friday before Easter Sunday)
Victoria Day (Monday preceding May 25)
Canada Day (July 1)
Civic Holiday (First Monday in August)
Labour Day (First Monday in September)
Thanksgiving Day (Second Monday in October)
Remembrance Day (November 11)
Christmas Day (December 25)
Boxing Day (December 26)
Note: Louis Riel Day is a Manitoba-specific holiday celebrating the Métis leader Louis Riel and the province’s unique history.
7. Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan has a similar holiday lineup to Alberta and British Columbia but with some provincial distinctions:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Family Day (Third Monday in February)
Good Friday (Friday before Easter Sunday)
Victoria Day (Monday preceding May 25)
Canada Day (July 1)
Saskatchewan Day (First Monday in August)
Labour Day (First Monday in September)
Thanksgiving Day (Second Monday in October)
Remembrance Day (November 11)
Christmas Day (December 25)
Boxing Day (December 26)
Note: Saskatchewan Day is a provincial holiday dedicated to the history and heritage of Saskatchewan.
8. Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador has a unique set of statutory holidays that reflect its distinct history:
New Year's Day (January 1)
St. Patrick's Day (March 17)
Good Friday (Friday before Easter Sunday)
Easter Monday (Day after Easter Sunday)
St. George's Day (April 23)
National Memorial Day (Last Monday in May)
Discovery Day (June 24)
Regatta Day (First Wednesday in August)
Labour Day (First Monday in September)
Thanksgiving Day (Second Monday in October)
Remembrance Day (November 11)
Christmas Day (December 25)
Boxing Day (December 26)
Note: Newfoundland and Labrador have several holidays that are not observed in other provinces, including St. George’s Day, Discovery Day, and Regatta Day.
Conclusion
Canada’s statutory holidays vary across provinces, reflecting each region’s culture, history, and traditions. Whether you're navigating recruitment strategies or planning your next holiday, understanding these dates is important to ensure smooth operations and respect for the diverse ways Canadians celebrate throughout the year.
At Top Quality Recruitment, we stay informed about these holidays to help businesses and job seekers make the best decisions according to their region’s schedule.
Make sure to check with each province’s labor standards for any changes to these holidays, as they can be subject to updates or shifts.
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