Good Friday 2026 in Canada
Good Friday 2026 in Canada is on
Friday, April 3, 2026
213 days ago
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About Good Friday 2026
Good Friday 2026 falls on Friday, April 3. It lands on a Friday, giving a three-day weekend through Sunday, April 5.
Good Friday, the Friday before Easter, is a statutory holiday in every Canadian province and territory. Most workers get a paid day off, and banks, government offices, schools and many stores close nationwide.
Good Friday in other years
| Year | Date | Day | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | April 3, 2026 | Friday | — |
| 2027 | March 26, 2027 | Friday | — |
Holidays after Good Friday 2026
- Apr 6, 2026 Easter Monday 2026 (Monday)
- May 18, 2026 Victoria Day 2026 (Monday)
- Jul 1, 2026 Canada Day 2026 (Wednesday)
- Sep 7, 2026 Labour Day 2026 (Monday)
- Sep 30, 2026 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2026 (Wednesday)
Other holidays in April 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 5 | Sun | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Apr 6 | Mon | Easter Monday | Statutory holiday |
| Apr 20 | Mon | St. George's Day (Newfoundland and Labrador) | Provincial holiday |
Quick facts
- Date in 2026
- Friday, April 3, 2026
- Date rule
- The Friday before Easter Sunday (late March to late April)
- Legal status
- Statutory holiday in all provinces and territories, and for federally regulated workers
- Quebec rule
- Employers give Good Friday or Easter Monday as the paid holiday, at their choice
- Also called
- Vendredi saint (French)
- U.S. comparison
- Not a U.S. federal holiday; only some states close, though U.S. stock markets do
Frequently asked questions
What day is Good Friday in 2026?
Good Friday 2026 is on Friday, April 3, 2026.
Is Good Friday a day off in 2026?
Good Friday is a statutory holiday across Canada, so government offices close. Private employers decide for themselves.
How many days until Good Friday 2026?
Good Friday 2026 was 213 days ago, on April 3, 2026.