Alberta Statutory Holidays 2027 — Dates & Holiday Pay Guide
Alberta has 9 general holidays (statutory holidays) in 2027. This guide lists every date and explains general holiday pay eligibility under the Alberta Employment Standards Code.
All 9 Alberta General Holidays in 2027
Alberta Statutory Holidays 2027
| Date | Holiday | Day | Days Remaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 February 2027 | Alberta Family Day 2027 ★ | Monday | 169 days |
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Holiday Highlights
New Year’s Day — Friday, January 1, 2027
New Year’s Day opens the calendar year and is one of Alberta’s 9 general holidays. It marks the transition from the old year to the new one and is observed across Canada. Most businesses, schools, and government offices close, and eligible employees who would normally work receive general holiday pay or a substitute day off.
Alberta Family Day — Monday, February 15, 2027
Family Day falls on the third Monday of February and is unique to a handful of Canadian provinces, including Alberta. Alberta introduced the holiday in 1990 to give families a mid-winter long weekend. Provincial and municipal offices, schools, and most private businesses close for the day.
Good Friday — Friday, March 26, 2027
Good Friday is a movable holiday tied to the Christian liturgical calendar, always falling on the Friday before Easter Sunday. In Alberta it is a recognized general holiday, distinct from Easter Monday, which is not a statutory holiday in the province. Banks, government offices, and most schools close.
Victoria Day — Monday, May 24, 2027
Victoria Day falls on the Monday preceding May 25 each year and honours the birthday of Queen Victoria. It is often called the unofficial start of summer in Canada and marks a long weekend widely used for outdoor activities, gardening, and travel across Alberta.
Canada Day — Thursday, July 1, 2027
Canada Day commemorates the 1867 Confederation that created the country. It is a federal statutory holiday observed in every province, including Alberta, with fireworks, community festivals, and civic ceremonies held in cities such as Edmonton and Calgary.
Labour Day — Monday, September 6, 2027
Labour Day falls on the first Monday of September and recognizes the contributions of workers and the labour movement. It also traditionally marks the symbolic end of summer and the start of the school year in Alberta.
Thanksgiving Day — Monday, October 11, 2027
Canadian Thanksgiving falls on the second Monday of October, distinct from the American holiday in November. In Alberta it is a general holiday centred on family gatherings and harvest-themed meals, and it creates a long weekend for most workers.
Remembrance Day — Thursday, November 11, 2027
Remembrance Day honours Canadian Armed Forces members who died in military service. Alberta observes it as a full general holiday, unlike some other provinces where it is only a partial closure day. Ceremonies are held at cenotaphs across the province, typically beginning at 11 a.m.
Christmas Day — Saturday, December 25, 2027
Christmas Day is a general holiday across Canada marking the Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Since it falls on a Saturday in 2027, many employers designate a substitute day off, in line with Employment Standards Code rules for holidays that land on a non-working day.
General Holiday Pay Eligibility in Alberta (Employment Standards Code)
Alberta’s Employment Standards Code, RSA 2000, c E-9, sets the minimum rules employers must follow for general holidays and general holiday pay. These rules apply to full-time, part-time, and casual employees, though some industries (such as construction) follow modified arrangements.
Who Qualifies for General Holiday Pay?
An employee qualifies for general holiday pay if they have worked for the same employer for at least 30 workdays in the 12 months before the holiday. Employees who meet this threshold are entitled to pay for the holiday whether or not it falls on a day they would normally work.
How Is General Holiday Pay Calculated?
If the holiday falls on a day the employee would normally work and they take the day off, they receive their average daily wage. If they work on the holiday, they receive their average daily wage plus 1.5 times their hourly wage for hours worked. If the holiday falls on a day the employee would not normally work, eligible employees receive a day off with average daily wage pay within the following three weeks, or the following holiday pay in their next pay period, unless a different arrangement is agreed with the employer. According to Alberta’s Employment Standards branch, employers can also choose to recognize additional optional holidays beyond the 9 required by the Code, and the same pay rules apply to those extra days once designated.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alberta Statutory Holidays 2027
Q: How many statutory holidays does Alberta have in 2027?
A: Alberta has 9 general holidays in 2027. They are set out in the Employment Standards Code and apply province-wide.
Q: Is Easter Monday a statutory holiday in Alberta?
A: No, Easter Monday is not one of Alberta’s 9 general holidays. Only Good Friday is recognized as a statutory holiday.
Q: Is Boxing Day a general holiday in Alberta?
A: No, Boxing Day (December 26) is not a mandatory general holiday under the Alberta Employment Standards Code, though some employers choose to recognize it as an optional holiday.
Q: What happens when a statutory holiday falls on a weekend in Alberta?
A: Christmas Day 2027 falls on a Saturday. Employers commonly provide a substitute paid day off for eligible employees, following Employment Standards Code guidance for holidays on non-working days.
Q: Do part-time employees get general holiday pay in Alberta?
A: Yes, part-time and casual employees qualify for general holiday pay if they have worked 30 workdays or more for the same employer in the 12 months before the holiday.
Q: Is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation a statutory holiday in Alberta?
A: No, it is not currently one of the 9 general holidays under Alberta’s Employment Standards Code, unlike in some other Canadian jurisdictions.
Related Holidays & Calendars
For a full overview of holidays across the country, see Canada public holidays.
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