Saskatchewan holidays 2027
Saskatchewan has 9 public holidays in 2027: 7 statutory holidays and 2 Saskatchewan-specific holidays. Saskatchewan does not move a public holiday that falls on a Saturday to another day. In 2027 that means no weekday off for Christmas Day.
Statutory holidays observed in Saskatchewan
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Fri | New Year's Day Statutory holiday | — | |
| Mar 26 | Fri | Good Friday Statutory holiday | — | |
| May 24 | Mon | Victoria Day Statutory holiday | — | |
| Jul 1 | Thu | Canada Day Statutory holiday | — | |
| Sep 6 | Mon | Labour Day Statutory holiday | — | |
| Oct 11 | Mon | Thanksgiving Statutory holiday | — | |
| Nov 11 | Thu | Remembrance Day Statutory holiday | — | Moves to Monday when Nov 11 falls on a Sunday |
| Dec 25 | Sat | Christmas Day Statutory holiday | No day off | Saturday holiday: not observed on another day in Saskatchewan. |
Dates computed from the governing statutes and last verified October 3, 2026. Years beyond officially published schedules are projected from the rule that sets the date.
Holidays only in Saskatchewan
Public holidays in Saskatchewan that the rest of Canada does not share.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15 | Mon | Family Day Provincial holiday | — | Since 2007 |
| Aug 2 | Mon | Saskatchewan Day Provincial holiday | — | Public holiday under The Saskatchewan Employment Act |
Observances (not days off)
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 14 | Sun | Valentine's Day Observance | — | |
| Mar 28 | Sun | Easter Sunday Observance | — | |
| Mar 29 | Mon | Easter Monday Statutory holiday | — | Not a public holiday in Saskatchewan |
| May 9 | Sun | Mother's Day Observance | — | |
| Jun 20 | Sun | Father's Day Observance | — | |
| Jun 21 | Mon | National Indigenous Peoples Day Provincial holiday | — | |
| Sep 30 | Thu | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Statutory holiday | — | Not a public holiday under The Saskatchewan Employment Act; applies only to federally regulated workplaces |
| Oct 31 | Sun | Halloween Observance | — | |
| Dec 26 | Sun | Boxing Day Statutory holiday | — | Not a public holiday in Saskatchewan |
Long weekends in Saskatchewan, 2027
What closes
Government offices, courts and most schools close on the public holidays above. Shops usually open with reduced hours, subject to local trading rules.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Saskatchewan have in 2027?
Saskatchewan has 9 public holidays in 2027: 7 statutory holidays plus 2 Saskatchewan-specific holidays (Family Day, Saskatchewan Day).
What is the next holiday in Saskatchewan?
The next holiday in Saskatchewan is New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027 (60 days away).
Are Saskatchewan holidays the same as the rest of Canada?
Mostly. Saskatchewan observes the statutory holidays shared across Canada, plus its own: Family Day, Saskatchewan Day. Other provinces and territories have different regional days, so check the page for the province you need.