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 2029, Canada has 32 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is August, with 8. Every month has at least one public holiday.
There are 21 potential long weekends this year, from holidays landing on a Monday or Friday. Meanwhile, 7 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 19): 49 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 2029
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
New Year's Day
January 1 · Monday
Louis Riel Day
February 19 · Monday
Islander Day
February 19 · Monday
Heritage Day
February 19 · Monday
Family Day
February 19 · Monday
Good Friday
March 30 · Friday
Easter Monday
April 2 · Monday
Saint George's Day
April 23 · Monday
National Patriots' Day
May 21 · Monday
Victoria Day
May 21 · Monday
Canada Day
July 2 · Monday
Civic Holiday
August 6 · Monday
British Columbia Day
August 6 · Monday
Heritage Day
August 6 · Monday
New Brunswick Day
August 6 · Monday
Natal Day
August 6 · Monday
Saskatchewan Day
August 6 · Monday
Gold Cup Parade Day
August 20 · Monday
Discovery Day
August 20 · Monday
Labour Day
September 3 · Monday
Thanksgiving
October 8 · Monday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Canada have in 2029?+
Canada has 32 official public holidays in 2029, with August being the busiest month (8).
What is the first public holiday of 2029 in Canada?+
The first public holiday of 2029 is New Year's Day, on January 1.
How many long weekends are there in Canada in 2029?+
21 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2029 holidays fall on a weekend in Canada?+
7 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday: Saint Patrick's Day (March 17), Discovery Day (June 24), National Holiday (June 24), Canada Day (July 1), National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30), Armistice Day (November 11), Remembrance Day (November 11).