Public Holidays in Canada - Dates & Traditions of Holidays in Canada
Public holidays in Canada are similar to those in the US with some differences. Find out when Canada observes its public holidays throughout the year and what you can expect on those dates.
Christmas in Canada is celebrated in much the same way as it is in other Western countries. Find out what to expect when visiting Canada during this holiday.
July 1st is Canada Day across the country.
Find Canada's annual public holidays where banks, government offices, schools and businesses are closed.
The first Monday of August is a public, or civic, holiday in most Canadian provinces. It is commonly referred to as the August Long Weekend.
The third Monday of February is a public (or, statutory) holiday, Family Day, in some Canadian provinces.
Easter is celebrated in Canada at the same time and in much the same way as it is in other Western countries, like the US.
All provinces and territories in Canada observe a public holiday on the Monday before May 25th.
In Canada the second Monday of October is a statutory, or public, holiday.
