Statutory Holidays 2026 in Yukon: Complete List
Yukon has 11 paid statutory holidays in 2026. The next statutory holiday in Yukon is Discovery Day (Monday, August 17, 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 |
| Sunday, June 21, 2026 | National Indigenous Peoples Day |
| Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | Canada Day |
| Monday, August 17, 2026 | Discovery Day · next up |
| Monday, September 7, 2026 | Labour Day |
| Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
| Monday, October 12, 2026 | Thanksgiving |
| Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | Remembrance Day |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
Pay rules in Yukon
Yukon observes Discovery Day (3rd Monday of August) and National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21). Yukon Heritage Day (late February) is widely observed but is not a required general holiday under the Employment Standards Act. Vacation stays at 2 weeks / 4% regardless of service years.
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 Yukon have in 2026?
11 paid statutory holidays. Yukon observes Discovery Day (3rd Monday of August) and National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21). Yukon Heritage Day (late February) is widely observed but is not a required general holiday under the Employment Standards Act. Vacation stays at 2 weeks / 4% regardless of service years.
What is the next stat holiday in Yukon?
The next statutory holiday in Yukon is Discovery Day (Monday, August 17, 2026).
How is holiday pay calculated in Yukon?
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 Yukon stat pay calculator for the exact amount.
✓ Reviewed 2026-07-02 against official employment standards. Official source: Yukon.ca — Statutory holidays.