Who is eligible for stat holiday pay in Alberta?

Most employees covered by Alberta's Employment Standards Code qualify. You must have worked for the same employer for at least 30 days before the holiday and worked your last scheduled shift before and first scheduled shift after the holiday (unless absent for valid reasons such as illness or approved leave).

How is stat holiday pay calculated in Alberta?

Alberta uses the formula: total wages earned in the 4 weeks immediately before the general holiday, divided by 20. The number 20 represents the typical working days in a 4-week period. This gives approximately your average daily wage. Wages include regular pay and commissions, but not overtime, tips, or general holiday pay previously paid.

What are Alberta's 9 general holidays in 2026?

Alberta's 9 general holidays in 2026 are: New Year's Day (January 1), Family Day (February 16), Good Friday (April 3), Victoria Day (May 18), Canada Day (July 1), Labour Day (September 7), Thanksgiving Day (October 12), Remembrance Day (November 11), and Christmas Day (December 25).

What happens if I work on a stat holiday in Alberta?

If you work on a general holiday you receive your regular wages for hours worked plus general holiday pay (Option A). Your employer may alternatively pay 1.5x regular wages for hours worked and give you a substitute day off with pay equal to your general holiday pay (Option B). The employer chooses which option to provide.

Does overtime pay count in the 4-week wage calculation?

No. Overtime pay is excluded from the 4-week earnings total when calculating Alberta general holiday pay. Only regular wages, salary, and commissions are included. If a significant portion of your income is overtime, your general holiday pay will be based on your regular earnings only.

My hours vary week to week — how do I calculate accurately?

Use the manual 4-week wages option in the calculator. Add up every dollar you earned in regular wages (excluding overtime and tips) in the 4 complete weeks immediately before the holiday. Divide that total by 20 for your general holiday pay. This is the most accurate approach for casual, part-time, or shift workers with variable hours.

Can my employer substitute a different day off instead of the stat holiday?

Yes. Employers and employees can agree in writing to substitute another day as the general holiday. The substitute day must occur within 30 days before or after the general holiday, or within a period agreed to in a collective agreement. The employee still receives general holiday pay on the substitute day.

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2026 Alberta General Holidays

9 total

New Year's Day

January 1, 2026Thursday

Family Day

February 16, 2026Monday

Good Friday

April 3, 2026Friday

Victoria Day

May 18, 2026Monday

Canada Day

July 1, 2026Wednesday

Labour Day

September 7, 2026Monday

Thanksgiving DayNext · 7d

October 12, 2026Monday

Remembrance Day

November 11, 2026Wednesday

Christmas Day

December 25, 2026Friday

Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. Actual entitlements may vary based on your employment contract or collective agreement. Verify with Alberta Employment Standards or a qualified professional.

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2026 Alberta General Holidays

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New Year's Day

January 1, 2026Thursday

Family Day

February 16, 2026Monday

Good Friday

April 3, 2026Friday

Victoria Day

May 18, 2026Monday

Canada Day

July 1, 2026Wednesday

Labour Day

September 7, 2026Monday

Thanksgiving DayNext · 7d

October 12, 2026Monday

Remembrance Day

November 11, 2026Wednesday

Christmas Day

December 25, 2026Friday

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