Canada · 2026

New Year's Day marks the start of the Gregorian calendar year. It is a day for celebration and reflection on the past year, with many making resolutions for the year ahead.

Louis Riel Day is a statutory holiday in Manitoba, Canada. It commemorates Louis Riel, a Métis leader who played a key role in the Red River Resistance.

Islander Day is a statutory holiday in Prince Edward Island, Canada. The holiday provides residents with a day off in mid-February.

Heritage Day is celebrated in Alberta and Yukon, Canada. It is a day to recognize and celebrate the cultural heritage of the province/territory.

Family Day is a statutory holiday celebrated in several Canadian provinces. It is a day to spend time with loved ones and enjoy family-oriented activities.

Saint Patrick's Day is a cultural and religious holiday celebrated on March 17th. It commemorates Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, and celebrates Irish heritage and culture.

Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum.

Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday in the Christian calendar. In some regions, it is observed as a public holiday.

Saint George's Day is celebrated in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It commemorates Saint George, the patron saint of England.

National Patriots' Day is a statutory holiday celebrated in Quebec, Canada. It commemorates the Patriots of 1837–38 who fought for political reform and greater democracy.

Victoria Day is a federal Canadian holiday celebrated on the Monday preceding May 25. It honors Queen Victoria's birthday and also serves as the unofficial start of the summer season.

National Aboriginal Day (now National Indigenous Peoples Day) is a day recognizing the cultures and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples of Canada. It is celebrated on June 21, the summer solstice.

Discovery Day is a statutory holiday in Yukon, Canada. It commemorates the discovery of gold in the Klondike in the late 19th century.

National Holiday (Fête nationale du Québec) is the National Day of Quebec, celebrated on June 24. It is a day to celebrate Québécois culture and pride.

Canada Day is the national day of Canada, celebrated on July 1. It commemorates the anniversary of the British North America Act, 1867, which united three British colonies into a single country called Canada within the British Empire.

Orangemen's Day, also known as the Twelfth, is celebrated in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It commemorates the victory of William of Orange at the Battle of the Boyne in 1690.

Civic Holiday is a public holiday observed in several Canadian provinces and territories on the first Monday of August. It provides a day off for residents during the summer months.

British Columbia Day is a statutory holiday in British Columbia, Canada, celebrated on the first Monday in August. It celebrates the history and culture of the province.

Heritage Day is celebrated in Alberta and Yukon, Canada. It is a day to recognize and celebrate the cultural heritage of the province/territory.

New Brunswick Day is a statutory holiday in New Brunswick, Canada, celebrated on the first Monday in August. It celebrates the province's history, culture, and achievements.

Natal Day is a civic holiday celebrated in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. It marks the anniversary of the founding of the city.

Saskatchewan Day is a statutory holiday in Saskatchewan, Canada, celebrated on the first Monday in August. It is a day to celebrate the province's unique identity and culture.

Gold Cup Parade Day is a holiday in Prince Edward Island, Canada. It coincides with the Gold Cup and Saucer horse race during Old Home Week.

Discovery Day is a statutory holiday in Yukon, Canada. It commemorates the discovery of gold in the Klondike in the late 19th century.

Labour Day is an annual holiday to celebrate the social and economic achievements of workers. It is celebrated on the first Monday in September.

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a Canadian statutory holiday observed on September 30. It is a day to honor the lost children and survivors of residential schools, their families and communities.

Thanksgiving is an annual Canadian holiday celebrated on the second Monday in October. It is a day to give thanks for the harvest and other blessings of the past year.

Armistice Day is observed in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It commemorates the end of World War I and honors those who served.

Remembrance Day is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth member states since the end of the First World War to honour armed forces members who have died in the line of duty. It is observed on 11 November in most countries.

Christmas Day is a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. It is celebrated on December 25th and is often associated with gift-giving, family gatherings, and festive decorations.

St. Stephen's Day, also known as Boxing Day, is celebrated on December 26. It is traditionally a day for giving gifts to service workers and the less fortunate.