Stat Holiday Pay Calculator — Northwest Territories (2026)
In Northwest Territories, statutory holiday pay is total wages ÷ days actually worked in the lookback period (an average day's pay) (lookback: 4 weeks before the holiday). If you work on the holiday, you also earn 1.5× your rate for hours worked, on top of the stat pay.
How stat pay works in Northwest Territories
Northwest Territories formula: total wages ÷ days actually worked in the lookback period (an average day's pay).
Eligibility: Employed 30 calendar days before the holiday; standard last-and-first scheduled shift rule applies.
The NWT observes 11 paid holidays — tied with Yukon and B.C. for the most in Canada — including National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21).
Statutory holidays in Northwest Territories — 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 (Thursday) | New Year's Day |
| April 3, 2026 (Friday) | Good Friday |
| May 18, 2026 (Monday) | Victoria Day |
| June 21, 2026 (Sunday) | National Indigenous Peoples Day |
| July 1, 2026 (Wednesday) | Canada Day |
| August 3, 2026 (Monday) | Civic Holiday |
| 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: Northwest Territories stat holidays 2026 →
Frequently asked questions
How is stat holiday pay calculated in Northwest Territories?
The formula is total wages ÷ days actually worked in the lookback period (an average day's pay), using the 4 weeks before the holiday. If you work on the holiday, you also earn 1.5× your rate for hours worked.
Who is eligible for stat holiday pay in Northwest Territories?
Employed 30 calendar days before the holiday; standard last-and-first scheduled shift rule applies.
How many stat holidays does Northwest Territories have in 2026?
11 paid holidays. The NWT observes 11 paid holidays — tied with Yukon and B.C. for the most in Canada — including National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21).
What if the holiday falls on my day off in Northwest Territories?
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: NWT — Employment standards: statutory holidays.