Boxing Day in Canada
Saturday, December 26, 2026 ยท America/Toronto ยท Regional public holiday
When is Boxing Day in Canada in 2026?
Boxing Day in Canada is on Saturday, December 26, 2026 (America/Toronto). As of October 14, 2026, thatโs 73 days ยท about 10 weeks ยท about 2 months. It falls on a Saturday.
Is Boxing Day a public holiday in Canada?
Boxing Day is a public holiday in Ontario, but not nationwide in Canada. It is also a holiday for federally regulated employees. In 2026 it falls on a Saturday; in Ontario the day off moves to Monday, December 28, 2026. Some of these days off are expected and not yet officially confirmed. Newfoundland and Labrador observes it as a provincial-government holiday.
Days off for Boxing Day 2026 in Canada
- Monday, December 28, 2026Substitute day off โ Ontario ยท expected
How Canada celebrates
Boxing Day is a public holiday in Ontario and for federally regulated employers, and Newfoundland and Labrador observes it as a provincial-government holiday; in the other provinces and territories it is not a statutory holiday, although some employers give the day off. It is one of Canadaโs biggest shopping days, with early-morning queues and hockey on television.