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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DateHoliday
Thursday, January 1, 2026New Year's Day
Friday, April 3, 2026Good Friday
Monday, May 18, 2026Victoria Day
Wednesday, July 1, 2026Canada Day
Thursday, July 9, 2026Nunavut Day · next up
Monday, August 3, 2026Civic Holiday
Monday, September 7, 2026Labour Day
Monday, October 12, 2026Thanksgiving
Wednesday, November 11, 2026Remembrance Day
Friday, December 25, 2026Christmas 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.