In Canada most holidays are provincial or territorial, and only a few are observed nationwide. It is worth checking your province's calendar in addition to the national one.
In 2027, Canada has 31 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is August, with 8. Every month has at least one public holiday.
There are 22 potential long weekends this year, from holidays landing on a Monday or Friday. Meanwhile, 2 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
The longest stretch without a public holiday runs from New Year's Day (January 1) to Louis Riel Day (February 15): 45 days.
The first holiday of the year is New Year's Day (January 1) and the last is St. Stephen's Day (December 26).
Long weekends in 2027
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
New Year's Day
January 1 · Friday
Louis Riel Day
February 15 · Monday
Islander Day
February 15 · Monday
Heritage Day
February 15 · Monday
Family Day
February 15 · Monday
Good Friday
March 26 · Friday
Easter Monday
March 29 · Monday
Saint George's Day
April 23 · Friday
National Patriots' Day
May 24 · Monday
Victoria Day
May 24 · Monday
National Aboriginal Day
June 21 · Monday
Orangemen's Day
July 12 · Monday
Civic Holiday
August 2 · Monday
British Columbia Day
August 2 · Monday
Heritage Day
August 2 · Monday
New Brunswick Day
August 2 · Monday
Natal Day
August 2 · Monday
Saskatchewan Day
August 2 · Monday
Gold Cup Parade Day
August 16 · Monday
Discovery Day
August 16 · Monday
Labour Day
September 6 · Monday
Thanksgiving
October 11 · Monday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Canada have in 2027?+
Canada has 31 official public holidays in 2027, with August being the busiest month (8).
What is the first public holiday of 2027 in Canada?+
The first public holiday of 2027 is New Year's Day, on January 1.
How many long weekends are there in Canada in 2027?+
22 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2027 holidays fall on a weekend in Canada?+
2 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday: Christmas Day (December 25), St. Stephen's Day (December 26).