Stat Holiday Pay Calculator — Nova Scotia (2026)
In Nova Scotia, statutory holiday pay is a regular day's pay (lookback: a regular day's pay). 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 Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia formula: a regular day's pay.
Eligibility: Entitled to pay for at least 15 of the 30 calendar days before the holiday AND worked your last scheduled shift before and first after.
Nova Scotia has only 6 paid holidays — Victoria Day, Thanksgiving and Boxing Day are NOT paid statutory holidays. Remembrance Day is governed by a separate Act (most retail closes; pay rules differ). Overtime starts only after 48 hours/week — the highest threshold in Canada.
Statutory holidays in Nova Scotia — 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 (Thursday) | New Year's Day |
| February 16, 2026 (Monday) | Heritage Day |
| April 3, 2026 (Friday) | Good Friday |
| July 1, 2026 (Wednesday) | Canada Day |
| September 7, 2026 (Monday) | Labour Day |
| December 25, 2026 (Friday) | Christmas Day |
Full list with calendar download: Nova Scotia stat holidays 2026 →
Frequently asked questions
How is stat holiday pay calculated in Nova Scotia?
The formula is a regular day's pay, using the a regular day's pay. If you work on the holiday, you also earn 1.5× your rate for hours worked.
Who is eligible for stat holiday pay in Nova Scotia?
Entitled to pay for at least 15 of the 30 calendar days before the holiday AND worked your last scheduled shift before and first after.
How many stat holidays does Nova Scotia have in 2026?
6 paid holidays. Nova Scotia has only 6 paid holidays — Victoria Day, Thanksgiving and Boxing Day are NOT paid statutory holidays. Remembrance Day is governed by a separate Act (most retail closes; pay rules differ). Overtime starts only after 48 hours/week — the highest threshold in Canada.
What if the holiday falls on my day off in Nova Scotia?
You generally still receive statutory holiday pay or a substitute day off with pay, provided you meet the eligibility rules.
Nova Scotia calculators: Vacation pay · Overtime · Salary to hourly · Vacation days
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✓ Reviewed 2026-07-02 against official employment standards. Official source: Nova Scotia — Holiday pay.