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Public holidays

There are a number of dates during the year when specific forms or returns are due to be filed, or certain payments or remittances are due to be paid. When a due date falls on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a holiday recognized by the CRA, special rules apply that relate to the next business day.

For information about due dates and any special rules that apply, see Important dates for Individuals, or Important dates for Businesses.

Public holidays for 2010

The holidays apply to all provinces and territories unless otherwise noted.

Holiday Applies to Date
New Years Day   January 1
Bank Holiday Quebec only January 2
Family Day Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan only February 15
Louis Riel Day Manitoba only February 15
Heritage Day Yukon only February 26
Good Friday   April 2
Easter Monday   April 5
Victoria Day   May 24
National Aboriginal Day Northwest Territories only June 21
St. Jean Baptiste Day Quebec only June 24
Canada Day   July 1
Nunavut Day Nunavut only July 9
Civic Holiday All except Quebec August 2
Discovery Day Yukon only August 16
Labour Day   September 6
Thanksgiving Day   October 11
Remembrance Day   November 11
Christmas Day In lieu of Dec 25, Saturday December 27
Boxing Day In lieu of Dec 26, Sunday December 28