Prince Edward Island Stat Holidays 2027
There are 8 stat holidays in Prince Edward Island in 2027, and 7 of them fall on a weekday.
All Prince Edward Island stat holidays in 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | Friday | New Year’s Day |
| February 15, 2027 | Monday | Islander Day |
| March 26, 2027 | Friday | Good Friday |
| July 1, 2027 | Thursday | Canada Day |
| September 6, 2027 | Monday | Labour Day |
| September 30, 2027 | Thursday | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation |
| November 11, 2027 | Thursday | Remembrance Day |
| December 25, 2027 | Saturday | Christmas Day Falls on a Saturday |
2027 at a glance
Stat Holidays
8
On a weekday
7
Working days
254
Long weekends
4
Working days = 261 weekdays in 2027 minus the 7 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 2027
- 3 days off: Friday, January 1, 2027 to Sunday, January 3, 2027 (New Year’s Day)
- 3 days off: Saturday, February 13, 2027 to Monday, February 15, 2027 (Islander Day)
- 3 days off: Friday, March 26, 2027 to Sunday, March 28, 2027 (Good Friday)
- 3 days off: Saturday, September 4, 2027 to Monday, September 6, 2027 (Labour 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 2027
| Where | Stat Holidays | Working days |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | 9 | 254 |
| British Columbia | 11 | 251 |
| Alberta | 9 | 253 |
| Quebec | 8 | 254 |
| Manitoba | 9 | 253 |
| Saskatchewan | 10 | 252 |
| Nova Scotia | 6 | 256 |
| New Brunswick | 8 | 254 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | 6 | 256 |
| Yukon | 11 | 251 |
| Northwest Territories | 11 | 251 |
| Nunavut | 11 | 251 |
| Federal (federally regulated workplaces) | 10 | 253 |
Frequently asked questions
How many stat holidays are there in Prince Edward Island in 2027?
There are 8 stat holidays in Prince Edward Island in 2027. 7 of them fall on a weekday.
How many working days are there in Prince Edward Island in 2027?
254. 2027 has 261 weekdays (Monday to Friday), and 7 stat holidays fall on a weekday, leaving 254. 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.