Stat Holiday Pay Calculator — British Columbia (2026)
In British Columbia, statutory holiday pay is total wages ÷ days actually worked in the lookback period (an average day's pay) (lookback: 30 calendar days before the holiday). If you work on the holiday, you also earn 1.5× your rate for hours worked, and 2× after 12 hours, on top of the stat pay.
How stat pay works in British Columbia
British Columbia formula: total wages ÷ days actually worked in the lookback period (an average day's pay).
Eligibility: Employed for 30 calendar days before the holiday AND worked or earned wages on 15 of those 30 days.
Working the holiday in B.C. pays 1.5× for the first 12 hours and 2× after 12 hours, plus an average day's pay.
Statutory holidays in British Columbia — 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 (Thursday) | New Year's Day |
| February 16, 2026 (Monday) | Family Day |
| April 3, 2026 (Friday) | Good Friday |
| May 18, 2026 (Monday) | Victoria Day |
| July 1, 2026 (Wednesday) | Canada Day |
| August 3, 2026 (Monday) | B.C. Day |
| September 7, 2026 (Monday) | Labour Day |
| September 30, 2026 (Wednesday) | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
| October 12, 2026 (Monday) | Thanksgiving |
| November 11, 2026 (Wednesday) | Remembrance Day |
| December 25, 2026 (Friday) | Christmas Day |
Full list with calendar download: British Columbia stat holidays 2026 →
Frequently asked questions
How is stat holiday pay calculated in British Columbia?
The formula is total wages ÷ days actually worked in the lookback period (an average day's pay), using the 30 calendar days before the holiday. If you work on the holiday, you also earn 1.5× your rate for hours worked, rising to 2× after 12 hours.
Who is eligible for stat holiday pay in British Columbia?
Employed for 30 calendar days before the holiday AND worked or earned wages on 15 of those 30 days.
How many stat holidays does British Columbia have in 2026?
11 paid holidays. Working the holiday in B.C. pays 1.5× for the first 12 hours and 2× after 12 hours, plus an average day's pay.
What if the holiday falls on my day off in British Columbia?
You generally still receive statutory holiday pay or a substitute day off with pay, provided you meet the eligibility rules.
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✓ Reviewed 2026-07-02 against official employment standards. Official source: BC Employment Standards — Statutory holidays.