Canada Day is celebrated on July 1st each year. In 2025, Canada Day will fall on a Tuesday. It is a nationwide statutory holiday, recognized across all provinces and territories, although in Newfoundland & Labrador it is referred to as Memorial Day. In some jurisdictions, if July 1st falls on a Sunday, then July 2nd is recognized as the statutory holiday as per the Federal Holidays Act.
Stat Holiday Legislation for July 1st
The table below outlines the details of Canada Day observance across the country and offers some extra info for each jurisdiction. Knowing these details is essential to ensuring your compliance with Employment Standards legislation and paying your employees accurately.
Don't forget to check out our Payroll Calendar for more statutory holiday info.
For questions related to statutory holiday pay, click here for more information.
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Federal |
If Canada day falls on a Saturday or Sunday that is a not a scheduled work day, employees are entitled to a holiday with pay on the scheduled work day immediately before or after the general holiday. |
Click here for employment standards - Federally regulated employers general holidays |
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Alberta |
Recognized July 1, except when it falls on a Sunday, then it is July 2. |
Click here for employment standards – Alberta general holidays |
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British Columbia |
Canada is a statutory holiday in British Columbia. Employers & employees in BC may agree to substitute another day for a stat holiday, however this must be formalized in writing and the substitute day must be treated the same as a stat holiday. |
Click here for employment standards - British Columbia statutory holidays |
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Manitoba |
Canada Day is one of Manitoba's 9 general holidays throughout the year. Employment standards regarding statutory holiday eligibility and pay are outlined on Manitoba's government website. |
Click here for employment standards - Manitoba general holidays |
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New Brunswick |
Canada Day is a statutory holiday in New Brunswick. |
Click here for employment standards - New Brunswick paid public holidays PDF |
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Newfoundland & Labrador |
July 1st is a statutory holiday in Newfoundland & Labrador and is referred to as Memorial Day. |
Click here for employment standards - Newfoundland & Labrador labour relations PDF |
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Northwest Territories |
Canada Day is a statutory holiday in the Northwest Territories. |
Click here for employment standards - Northwest Territories statutory holidays |
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Nova Scotia |
Canada Day is a statutory holiday in Nova Scotia. |
Click here for employment standards - Nova Scotia labour code PDF (see pages 16-21) |
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Nunavut |
In Nunavut, Canada Day is a statutory holiday. |
Click here for employment standards - Nunavut general holidays |
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Ontario |
Canada Day is a statutory holiday in Ontario. |
Click here for employment standards - Ontario public holidays |
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Prince Edward Island |
Canada Day is a statutory holiday in P.E.I. |
Click here for employment standards - Prince Edward Island paid holidays |
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Quebec |
July 1 (Canada Day); if this date falls on a Sunday, July 2 |
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Saskatchewan |
Canada Day is a paid holiday in Saskatchewan. |
Click here for employment standards - Saskatchewan paid holidays |
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Yukon |
Canada Day is a statutory holiday in the Yukon. |
Click here for employment standards - Yukon statutory holiday |
Getting a handle on the ins and outs of statutory holidays across Canadian provinces is super important for both employers and employees. Whether you're planning a fun getaway or sorting out payroll, having these details at your fingertips can make navigating the holiday rules a breeze. Don't forget to check out the resources we've shared for more detailed info, and keep this blog bookmarked for future reference!
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