Labour Day in Canada is observed on the first Monday of September and is recognized as a statutory holiday in every province and territory. Despite this nationwide recognition, legislative requirements for employers vary depending on the jurisdiction in which their business operates and where their employees perform work. Each province and territory enforces its own specific regulations regarding eligibility, calculation of holiday pay, and payroll obligations tied to statutory holidays.
Below, you’ll find a summary of Labour Day requirements for each Canadian jurisdiction.
Don't forget to check out our Payroll Calendar for more stat holiday info. For questions related to statutory holiday pay, click here for more information.
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Federal |
Employees working for a federally regulated employer are entitled to a day off with pay for Labour Day, which is considered one of 10 general holidays under the federal jurisdiction. |
Click here for employment standards - Federally regulated employers general holidays |
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Alberta |
Labour day is considered a statutory holiday in Alberta. Holiday pay depends on a few factors. Use this tool to see if an employee qualifies for holiday pay by clicking here.
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Click here for employment standards – Alberta general holidays |
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British Columbia |
Labour Day is a statutory holiday in British Columbia.
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Click here for employment standards - British Columbia statutory holidays |
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Manitoba |
Labour Day is one of Manitoba's 9 general holidays throughout the year. |
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New Brunswick |
Labour 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 |
Labour Day is a statutory holiday in Newfoundland & Labrador. |
Click here for employment standards - Newfoundland & Labrador labour relations PDF |
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Northwest Territories |
Labour Day is a statutory holiday in the Northwest Territories. |
Click here for employment standards - Northwest Territories statutory holidays |
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Nova Scotia |
Labour 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 |
Labour Day is a statutory holiday in Ontario. |
Click here for employment standards - Ontario public holidays |
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Prince Edward Island |
Labour Day is a statutory holiday in P.E.I. |
Click here for employment standards - Prince Edward Island paid holidays |
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Quebec |
Labour Day is a statutory holiday in Quebec. |
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Saskatchewan |
Labour Day is a paid holiday in Saskatchewan. |
Click here for employment standards - Saskatchewan paid holidays |
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Yukon |
Labour Day is a statutory holiday in the Yukon. |
Click here for employment standards - Yukon statutory holiday |
Understanding the statutory holiday regulations across Canada’s provinces and territories is essential for employers and employees alike. Whether you are managing payroll responsibilities or coordinating time off, access to accurate, jurisdiction-specific information ensures compliance and smooth operations. For comprehensive legislative details, refer to the resources provided, and consider bookmarking this blog for future statutory holiday updates and guidance.