Ontario Public Holidays 2018 Calculator

This calculator helps you determine the dates of Ontario public holidays for the year 2018. Ontario has a set of statutory holidays that are observed by government offices, schools, and many businesses. The dates are based on fixed dates and calculated floating holidays.

How to Use This Calculator

The calculator displays all Ontario public holidays for 2018. No input is required as the dates are fixed for this year. The results show the holiday name, date, and day of the week.

To use this calculator:

Scroll to the calculator in the right sidebar.
Click the "Calculate" button to display the holiday dates.
Review the results and use the information as needed.

List of Ontario Public Holidays 2018

Ontario observes the following public holidays in 2018:

Holiday	Date	Day
New Year's Day	January 1, 2018	Monday
Family Day	February 19, 2018	Monday
Good Friday	March 30, 2018	Friday
Easter Monday	April 2, 2018	Monday
Victoria Day	May 21, 2018	Monday
Canada Day	July 2, 2018	Monday
Civic Holiday	August 6, 2018	Monday
Labour Day	September 3, 2018	Monday
Thanksgiving	October 8, 2018	Monday
Christmas Day	December 25, 2018	Tuesday
Boxing Day	December 26, 2018	Wednesday

How This Is Calculated

The dates for Ontario public holidays in 2018 are determined as follows:

Fixed holidays occur on the same date each year: New Year's Day (January 1), Canada Day (July 1), and Christmas Day (December 25).
Floating holidays are calculated based on specific rules:
- Family Day is the third Monday in February.
- Good Friday is the Friday before Easter Sunday.
- Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
- Victoria Day is the Monday on or before May 24.
- Civic Holiday is the first Monday in August.
- Labour Day is the first Monday in September.
- Thanksgiving is the second Monday in October.

Formula for Floating Holidays

The exact dates for floating holidays are calculated using the following methods:

Family Day: 3rd Monday in February
Good Friday: Friday before Easter Sunday (calculated using the Meeus/Jones/Butcher algorithm)
Easter Monday: Day after Easter Sunday
Victoria Day: Monday on or before May 24
Civic Holiday: First Monday in August
Labour Day: First Monday in September
Thanksgiving: Second Monday in October

Examples

Here are a few examples of how to use this calculator:

Example 1: Planning a Vacation

If you're planning a vacation in Ontario during the summer of 2018, you might want to avoid the public holidays. Using this calculator, you can see that Victoria Day is on May 21 and Canada Day is on July 2. These are the two main summer holidays in Ontario.

Example 2: Business Closures

Businesses in Ontario should be aware of the public holidays when planning their operations. For example, Good Friday is on March 30, 2018, and Easter Monday is on April 2. Many businesses will be closed on these days, so it's important to plan accordingly.

FAQ

Are all Ontario public holidays observed by businesses?

While many businesses observe Ontario public holidays, some may choose to stay open. It's always a good idea to check with individual businesses about their holiday hours.

Are there any exceptions to the public holiday dates?

In rare cases, the government may declare a holiday on a different date if necessary. However, for the year 2018, the dates listed in this calculator are the official public holidays.

How do I know if a specific day is a public holiday in Ontario?

You can use this calculator to check the official public holiday dates for 2018. For other years, you may need to consult the Ontario government's official holiday schedule.