Statutory Holidays 2026 in Alberta: Complete List
Alberta has 9 paid statutory holidays in 2026. The next statutory holiday in Alberta is Labour Day (Monday, September 7, 2026).
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| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Monday, February 16, 2026 | Family Day |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday |
| Monday, May 18, 2026 | Victoria Day |
| Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | Canada Day |
| Monday, September 7, 2026 | Labour Day · next up |
| Monday, October 12, 2026 | Thanksgiving |
| Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | Remembrance Day |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
Pay rules in Alberta
Heritage Day (August 3) is an optional holiday in Alberta. Overtime is the GREATER of the daily (>8h) and weekly (>44h) totals.
Not working: stat pay is total wages ÷ days actually worked in the lookback period (an average day's pay). Working: 1.5× your rate on top of stat pay. Calculate your exact amount →
Frequently asked questions
How many statutory holidays does Alberta have in 2026?
9 paid statutory holidays. Heritage Day (August 3) is an optional holiday in Alberta. Overtime is the GREATER of the daily (>8h) and weekly (>44h) totals.
What is the next stat holiday in Alberta?
The next statutory holiday in Alberta is Labour Day (Monday, September 7, 2026).
How is holiday pay calculated in Alberta?
Stat pay is total wages ÷ days actually worked in the lookback period (an average day's pay); working the holiday adds 1.5× your rate. Use our Alberta stat pay calculator for the exact amount.
✓ Reviewed 2026-07-02 against official employment standards. Official source: Alberta.ca — General holidays.