What this post covers:
1. Every 2027 statutory holiday date for Ontario and federally regulated workers
2. Which holidays shift to a different day because they fall on a weekend
3. The best long weekends to plan around in 2027
1. Every 2027 statutory holiday date for Ontario and federally regulated workers
2. Which holidays shift to a different day because they fall on a weekend
3. The best long weekends to plan around in 2027
Sound familiar?
You're trying to plan a family trip, book flights back to visit relatives,
or just figure out when your kids' school will have days off in 2027 — but
every calendar app shows a slightly different list. Some include Remembrance
Day, some don't; some show the Truth and Reconciliation Day, some skip it.
Here's the actual, ESA-confirmed list for Ontario, plus how it compares
federally.
Quick Answer: Ontario's 9 Statutory Holidays for 2027
| Holiday | 2027 Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Friday |
| Family Day | February 15 | Monday |
| Good Friday | March 26 | Friday |
| Victoria Day | May 24 | Monday |
| Canada Day | July 1 | Thursday |
| Labour Day | September 6 | Monday |
| Thanksgiving Day | October 11 | Monday |
| Christmas Day | December 25 (observed Dec 27) | Sat → Mon |
| Boxing Day | December 26 (observed Dec 28) | Sun → Tue |
Days That Shift Because of Weekend Falls
2027 is a rare year where both Christmas and Boxing Day land on a
weekend. Christmas Day falls on Saturday, December 25, so most
employers observe it on Monday, December 27. Boxing Day falls on
Sunday, December 26, pushing its observed day to
Tuesday, December 28. For most Ontario workplaces, that means a
stretch of statutory days off running from December 25 straight through
December 28.
Federal vs. Ontario: What's Different in 2027
Ontario has 9Under the ESA — the list in the table above, with no Remembrance Day or
Truth and Reconciliation Day.
Federal has 10Adds Remembrance Day (Thursday, November 11) and National Day for Truth
and Reconciliation (Thursday, September 30) for federally regulated
employees.
Applies toBanks, Canada Post, telecom, airlines, rail, and federal public servants
— not most Ontario private-sector employers.
Same core 9Every date on the federal list that overlaps Ontario's falls on the
identical day in both systems.
2027 Statutory Holidays Through the Year
Jan — New Year's
Feb — Family Day
Mar — Good Friday
May — Victoria Day
Jul — Canada Day
Sep — Labour Day
Oct — Thanksgiving
Dec — Christmas / Boxing
Bar position reflects approximate month placement across the 2027 calendar year.
Best Long Weekends to Plan Around in 2027
- ▸New Year's, Jan 1–3: Friday holiday gives most employees a 3-day weekend to start the year.
- ▸Good Friday, Mar 26–28: Combined with a weekend, this is a solid early-spring break.
- ▸Canada Day, Jul 1–4: Thursday holiday — many people take the Friday off too, for a 4-day run.
- ▸Christmas stretch, Dec 24–28: With both Christmas and Boxing Day shifting to Monday and Tuesday, this is the standout break of 2027 — many offices close the whole week.
Days Often Mistaken for Ontario Stat Holidays
Civic Holiday (Monday, August 2, 2027), Easter Monday (Monday,
March 29, 2027), Remembrance Day (Thursday, November 11, 2027), and
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Thursday, September 30,
2027) are all commonly assumed to be Ontario stat holidays — but none of
them are under the ESA. Employers may offer them voluntarily, but there's no
legal requirement to do so.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many statutory holidays does Ontario have in 2027?
Nine, under the Employment Standards Act — the same nine as every other
year, just landing on different calendar dates.
Q. Why do Christmas and Boxing Day get "observed" on different days?
When a stat holiday falls on a weekend, Ontario's ESA moves the paid day
off to the nearest working day so employees still get the entitlement.
Q. Is Remembrance Day a stat holiday in Ontario in 2027?
No. It remains a federal general holiday and a stat holiday in several
other provinces, but not under Ontario's ESA.
Q. When is Good Friday in 2027?
Friday, March 26, 2027.
Q. Are these dates the same for federally regulated employees?
The 9 shared holidays fall on identical dates, but federal employees
also get 2 extra: Remembrance Day and National Day for Truth and
Reconciliation.
Q. Will Ontario schools be closed on all 9 of these dates?
Most, yes, since they align with school breaks or standard closures —
but always confirm against your specific school board's official
calendar, since March Break and other dates vary.
Key Takeaways
9 Ontario holidayssame list, new 2027 dates
Dec 25 & 26 shiftto Mon Dec 27 / Tue Dec 28
Federal adds 2Remembrance Day & Sept 30
Best breakDec 24–28 stretch
Your turn
Which 2027 long weekend are you already planning around? Drop a comment — it
helps other readers spot the best travel windows too.
How to Calculate Statutory Holiday Pay in Canada
The exact formulas, by province.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2026
Why Sept 30 isn't an Ontario ESA holiday.
How to Find a Job in Canada
The information you should look for as a newcomers.
This post is for general informational purposes and reflects publicly
available employment standards information current as of September 2026,
covering the 2027 calendar year. It is not legal advice — always confirm
specific entitlements with your employer, school board, or the Ontario
Ministry of Labour.