Manitoba Stat Holidays 2026
There are 9 stat holidays in Manitoba in 2026.
Next stat holiday
Christmas Day
Friday, December 25, 2026 · 45 days away
As of November 10, 2026 (UTC). This page is rebuilt daily.
All Manitoba stat holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| February 16, 2026 | Monday | Louis Riel Day |
| April 3, 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| May 18, 2026 | Monday | Victoria Day |
| July 1, 2026 | Wednesday | Canada Day |
| September 7, 2026 | Monday | Labour Day |
| September 30, 2026 | Wednesday | Orange Shirt Day (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation) |
| October 12, 2026 | Monday | Thanksgiving Day |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day Next |
2026 at a glance
Stat Holidays
9
On a weekday
9
Working days
252
Long weekends
6
Working days = 261 weekdays in 2026 minus the 9 stat holidays that fall Monday to Friday. Regional, part-day and optional days are not deducted. For a custom range, use the business days calculator.
Long weekends in Manitoba in 2026
- 3 days off: Saturday, February 14, 2026 to Monday, February 16, 2026 (Louis Riel Day)
- 3 days off: Friday, April 3, 2026 to Sunday, April 5, 2026 (Good Friday)
- 3 days off: Saturday, May 16, 2026 to Monday, May 18, 2026 (Victoria Day)
- 3 days off: Saturday, September 5, 2026 to Monday, September 7, 2026 (Labour Day)
- 3 days off: Saturday, October 10, 2026 to Monday, October 12, 2026 (Thanksgiving Day)
- 3 days off: Friday, December 25, 2026 to Sunday, December 27, 2026 (Christmas Day)
A long weekend is three or more days in a row made up of Saturdays, Sundays and full-day stat holidays.
When a holiday falls on a weekend
When a stat holiday falls on a day you would not normally work, such as a weekend, the province’s employment standards decide whether you get a substitute day off with pay or holiday pay instead. Check the official source below for the exact rule and the qualifying conditions.
Not stat holidays in Manitoba
- Terry Fox Day (first Monday in August)
- Remembrance Day (special rules apply)
- Boxing Day
Good to know
- Manitoba has 9 general holidays. Terry Fox Day in August is not a general holiday, and Remembrance Day has its own rules for businesses and for employees who work it.
Compare other provinces and territories in 2026
| Where | Stat Holidays | Working days |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | 9 | 253 |
| British Columbia | 11 | 250 |
| Alberta | 9 | 252 |
| Quebec | 8 | 253 |
| Saskatchewan | 10 | 251 |
| Nova Scotia | 6 | 255 |
| New Brunswick | 8 | 253 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | 6 | 255 |
| Prince Edward Island | 8 | 253 |
| Yukon | 11 | 251 |
| Northwest Territories | 11 | 251 |
| Nunavut | 11 | 250 |
| Federal (federally regulated workplaces) | 10 | 252 |
Frequently asked questions
How many stat holidays are there in Manitoba in 2026?
There are 9 stat holidays in Manitoba in 2026. 9 of them fall on a weekday.
When is the next stat holiday in Manitoba?
The next one is Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, 2026, 45 days away (as of November 10, 2026).
How many working days are there in Manitoba in 2026?
252. 2026 has 261 weekdays (Monday to Friday), and 9 stat holidays fall on a weekday, leaving 252. Regional, part-day and optional holidays are not deducted.
What happens when a stat holiday falls on a weekend in Manitoba?
When a stat holiday falls on a day you would not normally work, such as a weekend, the province’s employment standards decide whether you get a substitute day off with pay or holiday pay instead. Check the official source below for the exact rule and the qualifying conditions.
Is Terry Fox Day a stat holiday in Manitoba?
No. Terry Fox Day (first Monday in August) is not one of the stat holidays in Manitoba, although some employers give it as an extra day off.
Sources
Dates checked against these official sources on November 6, 2026. Governments can add or move holidays (for royal, sporting or national events), and your own entitlement depends on your contract and the rules that cover your workplace, so confirm with your employer or the source above before you book leave. This page is general information, not legal or payroll advice.