Statutory Holidays 2026 in British Columbia: Complete List
British Columbia has 11 paid statutory holidays in 2026. The next statutory holiday in British Columbia is B.C. Day (Monday, August 3, 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, August 3, 2026 | B.C. Day · next up |
| Monday, September 7, 2026 | Labour Day |
| Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
| Monday, October 12, 2026 | Thanksgiving |
| Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | Remembrance Day |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
Pay rules in British Columbia
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.
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 British Columbia have in 2026?
11 paid statutory 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 is the next stat holiday in British Columbia?
The next statutory holiday in British Columbia is B.C. Day (Monday, August 3, 2026).
How is holiday pay calculated in British Columbia?
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 British Columbia stat pay calculator for the exact amount.
✓ Reviewed 2026-07-02 against official employment standards. Official source: BC Employment Standards — Statutory holidays.