Ontario Stat Holidays 2019 Calculator
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Ontario has several statutory holidays in 2019 that are observed by most businesses and government offices. This calculator helps you determine which dates are official holidays in Ontario for the year 2019.
How to Use This Calculator
The Ontario Stat Holidays 2019 Calculator is a simple tool that displays all official provincial holidays for the year 2019. Simply select the type of holiday you're interested in from the dropdown menu and click "Calculate" to see the corresponding dates.
Note
Some holidays are observed on different dates each year due to their movable nature (like Good Friday). The calculator accounts for these variations.
List of Ontario Stat Holidays 2019
Here are all the statutory holidays observed in Ontario during 2019:
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1, 2019 |
| Family Day | February 18, 2019 |
| Good Friday | April 19, 2019 |
| Victoria Day | May 20, 2019 |
| Canada Day | July 1, 2019 |
| Civic Holiday | August 5, 2019 |
| Labour Day | September 2, 2019 |
| Thanksgiving | October 14, 2019 |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2019 |
| Boxing Day | December 26, 2019 |
Important Notes
- Some businesses may observe additional holidays or observe holidays on different days.
- Statutory holidays are typically observed as paid holidays for employees.
- The dates for Good Friday and Victoria Day may vary each year.
How This Is Calculated
The Ontario Stat Holidays 2019 Calculator uses official provincial legislation to determine the dates of statutory holidays. The calculator accounts for:
- The fixed dates of New Year's Day, Canada Day, and Christmas Day
- The movable dates of Good Friday (based on the Christian calendar)
- The calculated dates of Victoria Day (last Monday in May)
- The observed dates of Family Day, Civic Holiday, Labour Day, and Thanksgiving (based on provincial legislation)
Formula Used
The calculator uses the following logic to determine holiday dates:
- Fixed holidays: Directly use the specified dates
- Movable holidays: Calculate based on the Christian calendar for Good Friday
- Calculated holidays: Use the last Monday in May for Victoria Day
- Observed holidays: Use the dates specified in Ontario's Statutory Holidays Act
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all statutory holidays observed on the same dates every year?
No, some holidays like Good Friday and Victoria Day are movable and their dates change each year. The calculator accounts for these variations.
Do all businesses observe these holidays?
Most businesses and government offices observe these holidays, but some may have different schedules or observe additional holidays.
Are employees required to take these holidays off?
Yes, statutory holidays are typically observed as paid holidays for employees in Ontario.
Where can I find official information about Ontario's holidays?
The official information can be found in the Ontario Statutory Holidays Act.