Yukon holidays 2026
Yukon has 11 public holidays in 2026: 9 statutory holidays and 2 Yukon-specific holidays, plus 3 optional or partial-staffing days. Dates below show the actual date and, where a holiday falls on a weekend, the day it is observed.
Statutory holidays observed in Yukon
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thu | New Year's Day Statutory holiday | — | |
| Apr 3 | Fri | Good Friday Statutory holiday | — | |
| May 18 | Mon | Victoria Day Statutory holiday | — | |
| Jul 1 | Wed | Canada Day Statutory holiday | — | |
| Sep 7 | Mon | Labour Day Statutory holiday | — | |
| Sep 30 | Wed | National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Statutory holiday | — | Statutory holiday since 2022 |
| Oct 12 | Mon | Thanksgiving Statutory holiday | — | |
| Nov 11 | Wed | Remembrance Day Statutory holiday | — | |
| Dec 25 | Fri | Christmas Day Statutory holiday | — |
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 Yukon
Public holidays in Yukon that the rest of Canada does not share.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 21 | Sun | National Indigenous Peoples Day Provincial holiday | Mon, Jun 22 | Statutory holiday since 2017 |
| Aug 17 | Mon | Discovery Day (Yukon) Provincial holiday | — | Statutory holiday under the Employment Standards Act; commemorates the 1896 Klondike gold discovery |
Optional and partial-staffing holidays
Days Yukon recognizes in law but where offices stay open with reduced staff, employees may choose the day, or the holiday depends on an annual proclamation.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20 | Fri | Heritage Day (Yukon) Provincial holiday | — | Yukon government employees get the day off; not a statutory holiday under the Employment Standards Act - paid only if included in the employment contract |
| Apr 6 | Mon | Easter Monday Statutory holiday | — | Not statutory; paid only if included in the employment contract |
| Dec 26 | Sat | Boxing Day Statutory holiday | Mon, Dec 28 | Not statutory; paid only if included in the employment contract |
Observances (not days off)
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 14 | Sat | Valentine's Day Observance | — | |
| Apr 5 | Sun | Easter Sunday Observance | — | |
| May 10 | Sun | Mother's Day Observance | — | |
| Jun 21 | Sun | Father's Day Observance | — | |
| Oct 31 | Sat | Halloween Observance | — |
Long weekends in Yukon, 2026
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 Yukon have in 2026?
Yukon has 11 public holidays in 2026: 9 statutory holidays plus 2 Yukon-specific holidays (National Indigenous Peoples Day, Discovery Day (Yukon)). Another 3 days are optional or partial-staffing holidays.
What is the next holiday in Yukon?
The next holiday in Yukon is Remembrance Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 (9 days away).
Are Yukon holidays the same as the rest of Canada?
Mostly. Yukon observes the statutory holidays shared across Canada, plus its own: National Indigenous Peoples Day, Discovery Day (Yukon). Other provinces and territories have different regional days, so check the page for the province you need.