Statutory Holidays 2026 in Nunavut: Complete List
Nunavut has 10 paid statutory holidays in 2026. The next statutory holiday in Nunavut is Nunavut Day (Thursday, July 9, 2026).
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| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday |
| Monday, May 18, 2026 | Victoria Day |
| Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | Canada Day |
| Thursday, July 9, 2026 | Nunavut Day · next up |
| Monday, August 3, 2026 | Civic Holiday |
| Monday, September 7, 2026 | Labour Day |
| Monday, October 12, 2026 | Thanksgiving |
| Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | Remembrance Day |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
Pay rules in Nunavut
Nunavut Day (July 9) is unique to the territory. Eligibility requires 30 days of employment in the 12 months before the holiday.
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 Nunavut have in 2026?
10 paid statutory holidays. Nunavut Day (July 9) is unique to the territory. Eligibility requires 30 days of employment in the 12 months before the holiday.
What is the next stat holiday in Nunavut?
The next statutory holiday in Nunavut is Nunavut Day (Thursday, July 9, 2026).
How is holiday pay calculated in Nunavut?
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 Nunavut stat pay calculator for the exact amount.
✓ Reviewed 2026-07-02 against official employment standards. Official source: Nunavut — Labour Standards.