Statutory Holidays 2026 in Ontario: Complete List
Ontario has 9 paid statutory holidays in 2026. The next statutory holiday in Ontario 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 |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Saturday, December 26, 2026 | Boxing Day |
Pay rules in Ontario
Remembrance Day and the August Civic Holiday are NOT statutory holidays in Ontario, although many employers grant them voluntarily.
Not working: stat pay is total wages in the lookback period ÷ 20. Working: 1.5× your rate on top of stat pay. Calculate your exact amount →
Frequently asked questions
How many statutory holidays does Ontario have in 2026?
9 paid statutory holidays. Remembrance Day and the August Civic Holiday are NOT statutory holidays in Ontario, although many employers grant them voluntarily.
What is the next stat holiday in Ontario?
The next statutory holiday in Ontario is Labour Day (Monday, September 7, 2026).
How is holiday pay calculated in Ontario?
Stat pay is total wages in the lookback period ÷ 20; working the holiday adds 1.5× your rate. Use our Ontario stat pay calculator for the exact amount.
✓ Reviewed 2026-07-02 against official employment standards. Official source: Ontario ESA — Public holidays.