Northwest Territories Stat Holidays 2026
There are 11 stat holidays in Northwest Territories in 2026, and 10 of them fall on a weekday.
Next stat holiday
Remembrance Day
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 · 1 day away
As of November 10, 2026 (UTC). This page is rebuilt daily.
All Northwest Territories stat holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| April 3, 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| May 18, 2026 | Monday | Victoria Day |
| June 21, 2026 | Sunday | National Indigenous Peoples Day Falls on a Sunday |
| July 1, 2026 | Wednesday | Canada Day |
| August 3, 2026 | Monday | Civic Holiday (first Monday in August) |
| September 7, 2026 | Monday | Labour Day |
| September 30, 2026 | Wednesday | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
| October 12, 2026 | Monday | Thanksgiving Day |
| November 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Remembrance Day Next |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
2026 at a glance
Stat Holidays
11
On a weekday
10
Working days
251
Long weekends
6
Working days = 261 weekdays in 2026 minus the 10 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 Northwest Territories in 2026
- 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, August 1, 2026 to Monday, August 3, 2026 (Civic Holiday (first Monday in August))
- 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 Northwest Territories
- Boxing Day
- Easter Monday
Good to know
- The Northwest Territories has 11 statutory holidays, including National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21.
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 |
| Manitoba | 9 | 252 |
| Saskatchewan | 10 | 251 |
| Nova Scotia | 6 | 255 |
| New Brunswick | 8 | 253 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | 6 | 255 |
| Prince Edward Island | 8 | 253 |
| Yukon | 11 | 251 |
| Nunavut | 11 | 250 |
| Federal (federally regulated workplaces) | 10 | 252 |
Frequently asked questions
How many stat holidays are there in Northwest Territories in 2026?
There are 11 stat holidays in Northwest Territories in 2026. 10 of them fall on a weekday.
When is the next stat holiday in Northwest Territories?
The next one is Remembrance Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 1 day away (as of November 10, 2026).
How many working days are there in Northwest Territories in 2026?
251. 2026 has 261 weekdays (Monday to Friday), and 10 stat holidays fall on a weekday, leaving 251. Regional, part-day and optional holidays are not deducted.
What happens when a stat holiday falls on a weekend in Northwest Territories?
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 Boxing Day a stat holiday in Northwest Territories?
No. Boxing Day is not one of the stat holidays in Northwest Territories, 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.