Statutory Holidays 2026 in Saskatchewan: Complete List

Saskatchewan has 10 paid statutory holidays in 2026. The next statutory holiday in Saskatchewan is Saskatchewan Day (Monday, August 3, 2026).

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DateHoliday
Thursday, January 1, 2026New Year's Day
Monday, February 16, 2026Family Day
Friday, April 3, 2026Good Friday
Monday, May 18, 2026Victoria Day
Wednesday, July 1, 2026Canada Day
Monday, August 3, 2026Saskatchewan Day · next up
Monday, September 7, 2026Labour Day
Monday, October 12, 2026Thanksgiving
Wednesday, November 11, 2026Remembrance Day
Friday, December 25, 2026Christmas Day

Pay rules in Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan has the simplest rule in Canada: EVERY employee gets public holiday pay (5% of the last 4 weeks' wages including vacation pay) with no eligibility requirements. Vacation starts at 3 weeks (3/52 ≈ 5.77%) — the most generous entry level in Canada.

Not working: stat pay is 5% of total wages in the lookback period. Working: 1.5× your rate on top of stat pay. Calculate your exact amount →

Frequently asked questions

How many statutory holidays does Saskatchewan have in 2026?

10 paid statutory holidays. Saskatchewan has the simplest rule in Canada: EVERY employee gets public holiday pay (5% of the last 4 weeks' wages including vacation pay) with no eligibility requirements. Vacation starts at 3 weeks (3/52 ≈ 5.77%) — the most generous entry level in Canada.

What is the next stat holiday in Saskatchewan?

The next statutory holiday in Saskatchewan is Saskatchewan Day (Monday, August 3, 2026).

How is holiday pay calculated in Saskatchewan?

Stat pay is 5% of total wages in the lookback period; working the holiday adds 1.5× your rate. Use our Saskatchewan stat pay calculator for the exact amount.

✓ Reviewed 2026-07-02 against official employment standards. Official source: Saskatchewan.ca — Public holiday pay.