Statutory Holidays 2026 in Northwest Territories: Complete List

Northwest Territories has 11 paid statutory holidays in 2026. The next statutory holiday in Northwest Territories is Civic Holiday (Monday, August 3, 2026).

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DateHoliday
Thursday, January 1, 2026New Year's Day
Friday, April 3, 2026Good Friday
Monday, May 18, 2026Victoria Day
Sunday, June 21, 2026National Indigenous Peoples Day
Wednesday, July 1, 2026Canada Day
Monday, August 3, 2026Civic Holiday · next up
Monday, September 7, 2026Labour Day
Wednesday, September 30, 2026National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Monday, October 12, 2026Thanksgiving
Wednesday, November 11, 2026Remembrance Day
Friday, December 25, 2026Christmas Day

Pay rules in Northwest Territories

The NWT observes 11 paid holidays — tied with Yukon and B.C. for the most in Canada — including National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21).

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 Northwest Territories have in 2026?

11 paid statutory 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 is the next stat holiday in Northwest Territories?

The next statutory holiday in Northwest Territories is Civic Holiday (Monday, August 3, 2026).

How is holiday pay calculated in Northwest Territories?

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 Northwest Territories stat pay calculator for the exact amount.

✓ Reviewed 2026-07-02 against official employment standards. Official source: NWT — Employment standards: statutory holidays.