Louis Riel Day 2027 in Canada
There are 105 days until Louis Riel Day 2027 in Canada — Monday, February 15, 2027.
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About Louis Riel Day 2027
Louis Riel Day 2027 falls on Monday, February 15. It lands on a Monday, so 2027 brings a three-day weekend from Saturday, February 13.
Louis Riel Day is Manitoba's February statutory holiday, held on the third Monday of February — the same day as U.S. Presidents Day. It honors the Metis leader regarded as the founder of Manitoba, and most Manitoba workplaces, schools and offices close.
Louis Riel Day in other years
| Year | Date | Day | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | February 16, 2026 | Monday | — |
| 2027 | February 15, 2027 | Monday | — |
Holidays after Louis Riel Day 2027
- Mar 26, 2027 Good Friday 2027 (Friday)
- Mar 29, 2027 Easter Monday 2027 (Monday)
- May 24, 2027 Victoria Day 2027 (Monday)
- Jul 1, 2027 Canada Day 2027 (Thursday)
- Sep 6, 2027 Labour Day 2027 (Monday)
Other holidays in February 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 14 | Sun | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| Feb 15 | Mon | Family Day | Provincial holiday |
| Feb 15 | Mon | Islander Day | Provincial holiday |
| Feb 15 | Mon | Nova Scotia Heritage Day | Provincial holiday |
| Feb 26 | Fri | Heritage Day (Yukon) | Provincial holiday |
Quick facts
- Date in 2027
- Monday, February 15, 2027
- Date rule
- Third Monday in February (same day as U.S. Presidents Day)
- Legal status
- General (statutory) holiday in Manitoba under the Employment Standards Code
- First observed
- February 18, 2008; legislation passed in 2007
- Honors
- Louis Riel (1844-1885), Metis leader and founder of Manitoba
- Name chosen by
- Manitoba school students; 11 schools proposed the winning name
Frequently asked questions
What day is Louis Riel Day in 2027?
Louis Riel Day 2027 is on Monday, February 15, 2027.
Is Louis Riel Day a day off in 2027?
Louis Riel Day is a provincial holiday in the provinces and territories that observe it, so government offices close. Private employers decide for themselves.
How many days until Louis Riel Day 2027?
There are 105 days until Louis Riel Day 2027 (February 15, 2027) as of today.