Every Stat Holiday In British Columbia: Dates + Details

It’s something we’ve all had to ask at one point or another: is this date a statutory holiday? Whether it’s because you’re working that day— or you’re wondering if you have it off— there’s plenty of stat holidays in B.C. to ask that question for.

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Need a quick reminder on what days are and aren’t stats? We’ve got you covered.

Stat Holidays in British Columbia

There are 11 total statutory holidays in B.C. This includes:

How Do I Qualify for Statutory Holiday Pay?

You can qualify for statutory holiday pay by being employed for 30 calendar days and having worked or earned wages— such as paid vacation days or another statutory holiday— on 15 of the 30 days before a statutory holiday.

If you do not qualify for statutory holiday pay, then you are paid regular pay for working on a stat holiday.

Do note that some employees do not receive statutory holiday pay. You can find the full list here.

Are Easter Sunday and Easter Monday Stat Holidays?

No. Easter Sunday and Easter Monday are not considered statutory holidays in B.C.

Is Boxing Day A Stat Holiday?

No. While Christmas Day is considered a stat holiday in B.C., Boxing Day is not.

Is New Year’s Eve A Stat Holiday?

No. New Year’s Day is considered a stat holiday, but New Year’s Eve is not in B.C.

Other Common Holidays That Aren’t Stats

Likewise, St. Patrick’s Day, Valentine’s Day, and Halloween are also not considered statutory holidays in B.C. They’re certainly celebrated, but employees are not entitled to stat holiday pay on them.