Prince Edward Island Stat Holidays 2026
There are 8 stat holidays in Prince Edward Island in 2026.
Next stat holiday
Remembrance Day
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 · 1 day away
As of November 10, 2026 (UTC). This page is rebuilt daily.
All Prince Edward Island stat holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| February 16, 2026 | Monday | Islander Day |
| April 3, 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| July 1, 2026 | Wednesday | Canada Day |
| September 7, 2026 | Monday | Labour Day |
| September 30, 2026 | Wednesday | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
| November 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Remembrance Day Next |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
2026 at a glance
Stat Holidays
8
On a weekday
8
Working days
253
Long weekends
4
Working days = 261 weekdays in 2026 minus the 8 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 Prince Edward Island in 2026
- 3 days off: Saturday, February 14, 2026 to Monday, February 16, 2026 (Islander Day)
- 3 days off: Friday, April 3, 2026 to Sunday, April 5, 2026 (Good Friday)
- 3 days off: Saturday, September 5, 2026 to Monday, September 7, 2026 (Labour 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 Prince Edward Island
- Victoria Day
- Thanksgiving
- Easter Monday
- Civic Holiday
- Boxing Day
Good to know
- Prince Edward Island has 8 paid holidays, including the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
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 |
| 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 Prince Edward Island in 2026?
There are 8 stat holidays in Prince Edward Island in 2026. 8 of them fall on a weekday.
When is the next stat holiday in Prince Edward Island?
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 Prince Edward Island in 2026?
253. 2026 has 261 weekdays (Monday to Friday), and 8 stat holidays fall on a weekday, leaving 253. Regional, part-day and optional holidays are not deducted.
What happens when a stat holiday falls on a weekend in Prince Edward Island?
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 Victoria Day a stat holiday in Prince Edward Island?
No. Victoria Day is not one of the stat holidays in Prince Edward Island, 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.