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Quebec has 8 statutory holidays in 2026: the paid public holidays employers must give under Quebec employment standards law. The next one is Thanksgiving on Monday, October 12, 2026 (in 9 days).
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Quebec stat holidays 2026
| Holiday | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day January 1 | Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Passed |
| Good Friday (or Easter Monday, at the employer's choice) Friday before Easter | Friday, April 3, 2026 | Passed |
| National Patriots' Day Monday before May 25 | Monday, May 18, 2026 | Passed |
| Fête nationale (Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day) June 24 | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | Passed |
| Canada Day July 1 (July 2 when July 1 is a Sunday) | Wednesday, July 1, 2026 | Passed |
| Labour Day first Monday in September | Monday, September 7, 2026 | Passed |
| Thanksgiving second Monday in October | Monday, October 12, 2026 | Next |
| Christmas Day December 25 | Friday, December 25, 2026 | Upcoming |
Quebec stat holidays 2027
| Holiday | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day January 1 | Friday, January 1, 2027 | Upcoming |
| Good Friday (or Easter Monday, at the employer's choice) Friday before Easter | Friday, March 26, 2027 | Upcoming |
| National Patriots' Day Monday before May 25 | Monday, May 24, 2027 | Upcoming |
| Fête nationale (Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day) June 24 | Thursday, June 24, 2027 | Upcoming |
| Canada Day July 1 (July 2 when July 1 is a Sunday) | Thursday, July 1, 2027 | Upcoming |
| Labour Day first Monday in September | Monday, September 6, 2027 | Upcoming |
| Thanksgiving second Monday in October | Monday, October 11, 2027 | Upcoming |
| Christmas Day December 25 | Saturday, December 25, 2027 | Upcoming |
Not statutory holidays in Quebec
These days are holidays somewhere in Canada, or for some employers, but not under Quebec employment standards law:
- National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (September 30, 2026): Not a statutory holiday in Quebec.
- Remembrance Day (November 11, 2026): Not a statutory holiday in Quebec.
- Boxing Day (December 26, 2026): Not a statutory holiday in Quebec.
What if a stat holiday falls on a weekend?
The dates above are the calendar dates. When a statutory holiday lands on a day an employee doesn’t normally work, such as a Saturday or Sunday, Quebec employment standards law sets what they’re owed, usually a substitute paid day off or holiday pay. Rules on who qualifies and how holiday pay is calculated also differ by province, so check the official guide below for the exact rule.
Source: CNESST: Statutory holidays in Quebec. Dates calculated from the holiday rules in law; list checked October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How many stat holidays are there in Quebec in 2026?
8: New Year's Day, Good Friday (or Easter Monday, at the employer's choice), National Patriots' Day, Fête nationale (Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day), Canada Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.
When is the next stat holiday in Quebec?
Thanksgiving, on Monday, October 12, 2026.
Is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation a stat holiday in Quebec?
No. Not a statutory holiday in Quebec.
Is Remembrance Day a stat holiday in Quebec?
No. Not a statutory holiday in Quebec.
Is Boxing Day a stat holiday in Quebec?
No. Not a statutory holiday in Quebec.
Are stat holidays the same across Canada?
No. Each province and territory sets its own list under its employment standards law, and federally regulated workplaces follow the Canada Labour Code. Only New Year's Day, Good Friday (Good Friday or Easter Monday in Quebec), Canada Day (Memorial Day in Newfoundland and Labrador), Labour Day and Christmas Day are statutory everywhere.
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