The diverse culture and rich traditions of Canada can be best depicted in its holiday celebrations. One of the ways that Canada has diversified is in its holiday celebrations, with the following being observed in 2025.
These holidays are significant to the knowledge of the workers, small businesses, and individuals who need to prepare while on holiday or handling their business affairs. In this blog, we are going to guide you on how the federal and provincial bank holidays look in Canada 2025. You will better understand when the banks are going to be closed and which ones are not.
What Are Bank Holidays?
Bank holidays in Canada are statutory days on which the financial institutions, both banks and payment systems usually close. Though the federally regulated institutions must clearly recognize these statutory holidays, provincially legislated holidays are optional and will differ from one province to another.
It would be very wise if one of the Canadians would visit his bank or other financial institution to find out whether they would be open or closed during these holidays.
January 2025
Wednesday, January 1 – New Year’s Day:
The first day of the year is always a time for new beginnings. Most Canadians spend time with family and friends during New Year’s Day. Banks and other payment systems across Canada will be closed to observe New Year’s Day.
Thursday, January 2 – Day After New Year’s Day (Quebec only):
In Quebec, the day after New Year’s Day is an official holiday for those working in the clothing industry, so some businesses in Quebec may still be closed.
February 2025
Monday, February 17 – Family Day (AB, BC, ON, NB, SK), Islander Day (PE), Louis Riel Day (MB), Nova Scotia Heritage Day (NS)
Family Day is a widely observed holiday in several provinces where people love spending time with family.
However, certain provinces like Prince Edward Island observe Islander Day, while Manitoba celebrates Louis Riel Day. Nova Scotia has its own celebration with Heritage Day. Bank closures will vary depending on the province.
Friday, February 21 – Yukon Heritage Day (Yukon only):
In Yukon, Heritage Day marks a special occasion, a public holiday that closes the banks in this province.
April 2025
Friday, April 18 – Good Friday:
Good Friday, an important day among Christians in marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, falls on this date. Banks and financial institutions will be closed on this day while many businesses and shops are shut down on Good Friday, across Canada.
May 2025
Monday, May 19 – National Patriots Day (Quebec only):
In Quebec, National Patriots Day commemorates the historical Patriote movement of 1837-1838, which was fighting for political and civil rights. Although it is a statutory holiday only in the province of Quebec, banks and other institutions will be closed in that province.
Monday, May 19 – Victoria Day:
Victoria Day is observed across Canada in honor of Queen Victoria’s birthday. It also marks the unofficial beginning of summer. Most banks will be closed because it is a federal statutory holiday.
June 2025
Saturday, June 21 – National Indigenous Peoples Day (NT, YK):
National Indigenous Peoples Day is the day to celebrate Canada’s Indigenous people’s heritage, culture, and traditions. It falls on a bank holiday in the Northwest Territories and Yukon.
Monday, June 23 – June Holiday (Newfoundland and Labrador only): Newfoundland and Labrador residents will be marking the June Holiday, which also falls on a bank holiday.
Tuesday, June 24 – Québec National Day:
Québec National Day is a holiday that highlights Quebec’s culture and heritage. Banks and other related institutions in the province of Quebec will be closed to mark this provincial holiday.
July 2025
Tuesday, July 1 – Canada Day:
Canada Day is Canada’s national day, which commemorates its confederation and independence. The banks and other allied banking institutions in Canada will be closed to honor this day.
Wednesday, July 9 – Nunavut Day (Nunavut only):
Nunavut Day commemorates the establishment of Nunavut’s territory. Banks in Nunavut will be closed on this day.
August 2025
Monday, August 4 – BC: British Columbia Day NT, ON, SK: Civic Holiday MB: Terry Fox Day AB: Heritage Day NB: New Brunswick Day Several of these occur in the province of August.
The various local holidays fall under those for British Columbia, Ontario, and Saskatchewan, as well as for other provinces, but the main one is the Civic Holiday in Ontario and Saskatchewan, and bank closures will be present.
Monday, August 18 – Discovery Day (only in Yukon):
Discovery Day commemorates the discovery of gold in Bonanza Creek, a landmark event in the history of the Yukon Territory. Banks will be closed in this province.
September 2025
Monday, September 1 – Labour Day:
Labour Day is a significant holiday for the workers’ achievements. It is observed throughout Canada, and banks will be closed on this statutory holiday.
Tuesday, September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation:
This is an important observance to mark the ongoing impacts of residential schools on Indigenous communities in Canada. The banks will close in several provinces, including British Columbia, Manitoba, and the Northwest Territories, on this day.
October 2025
Monday, October 13 – Thanksgiving Day:
Thanksgiving Day is observed throughout Canada, but it is a holiday in the Canadian calendar that falls in October. All banks will be closed as the Canadians take some time to remember their blessings and enjoy family time together.
November 2025
Tuesday, November 11 – Remembrance Day:
The day is remembered for those people who have been part of Canada’s military services and died for their country. Although it is a federal holiday, it applies only as a statutory holiday in some provinces. Banks will close their doors nationwide in Canada.
December 2025
Thursday, December 25 – Christmas Day:
Christmas Day is a religious and cultural holiday celebrated throughout Canada. It usually becomes a day for family and community gatherings. The banks and financial institutions will also be closed.
Friday, December 26 – Boxing Day:
Boxing Day is exactly after Christmas Day. It usually falls on the time when people start going to post-Christmas sales, and it is always a bank holiday in Canada.
Conclusion
Marking these bank holidays on your calendar will ensure smooth planning for personal and professional matters. National celebrations like Canada Day and Thanksgiving are matched by regional observances like Yukon Heritage Day and Québec National Day, all of which reflect Canada’s rich cultural diversity and historical milestones.
But whether it is the preparation for dealing with your business or looking forward to spending precious moments with family, you can keep up with the dates and utilize most of these celebration days.