January
Jan 1Holiday
New Year's Day
Federal statutory holiday.
Jan 30Financial
Prescribed rate loan interest deadline
Common planning date for family income-splitting loans.
Canadian calendar
Key dates Canadians plan around
A yearly planning calendar for major Canadian holidays, tax deadlines, cultural moments, sports weekends, and seasonal money events. Exact dates can change, so confirm event details before booking travel or making financial decisions.
February
Feb 16Holiday
Family Day / Louis Riel Day / Islander Day
Observed in several provinces.
Feb 23Financial
CRA tax filing opens
Start of 2026 filing season for many personal returns.
March
Mar 2Financial
RRSP contribution deadline
Deadline for 2025 RRSP deductions.
Mar 16Financial
Personal tax instalment
First 2026 quarterly CRA instalment date.
April
Apr 3Holiday
Good Friday
Federal statutory holiday.
Apr 30Financial
Personal tax deadline
Most Canadians file and pay any 2025 balance owing by this date.
May
May 18Holiday
Victoria Day
Long weekend and informal start of summer travel season.
May 22-24Sports
Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix
Montreal race weekend at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve.
June
Jun 15Financial
Personal tax instalment
Second 2026 CRA instalment date.
Jun 16Financial
Self-employed filing deadline
Filing deadline for many self-employed Canadians, with payment still due April 30.
Jun 21Culture
National Indigenous Peoples Day
A day to recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Metis cultures.
July
Jul 1Holiday
Canada Day
Federal statutory holiday.
Jul 3-12Culture
Calgary Stampede
Major rodeo, midway, concerts, and Western heritage event.
August
Aug 3Holiday
Civic Holiday
Observed in many provinces and municipalities.
Aug 21-Sep 7Culture
Canadian National Exhibition
Toronto end-of-summer fair, typically late August into Labour Day.
September
Sep 7Holiday
Labour Day
Federal statutory holiday.
Sep 10-20Culture
Toronto International Film Festival
Major Canadian film and culture event.
Sep 15Financial
Personal tax instalment
Third 2026 CRA instalment date.
Sep 30Holiday
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Federal statutory holiday.
October
Oct 12Holiday
Thanksgiving
Federal statutory holiday.
Oct 31Culture
Halloween
Seasonal spending, events, and family activities.
November
Nov 11Holiday
Remembrance Day
Federal statutory holiday.
Nov 15Sports
Grey Cup
CFL championship weekend.
NovFinancial
Black Friday / Cyber Monday
Major shopping and cashback period.
December
Dec 15Financial
Personal tax instalment
Final 2026 CRA instalment date.
Dec 25Holiday
Christmas Day
Federal statutory holiday.
Dec 26Holiday
Boxing Day
Federal holiday and major retail promotion day.
Dec 30Financial
Last regular stock trade date
Common planning marker for tax-loss selling, assuming standard settlement timing.