Ontario Statutory Holidays 2016 Calculator
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Ontario statutory holidays are public holidays observed across the province of Ontario, Canada. These holidays are established by provincial law and provide employees with paid time off. This calculator helps you determine which dates are statutory holidays in Ontario for the year 2016.
What are Ontario Statutory Holidays?
Ontario statutory holidays are days when most businesses and government offices are closed, and employees are entitled to paid time off. These holidays are based on federal and provincial legislation and include both fixed-date holidays and floating holidays that change each year.
The Ontario Statutory Holidays Act establishes the following holidays:
- New Year's Day (January 1)
- Family Day (third Monday in February)
- Good Friday (Friday before Easter Sunday)
- Victoria Day (Monday on or before May 24)
- Canada Day (July 1)
- Civic Holiday (first Monday in August)
- Labour Day (first Monday in September)
- Thanksgiving (second Monday in October)
- Christmas Day (December 25)
- Boxing Day (December 26)
Some of these holidays are fixed dates, while others are based on specific calculations or religious observances. The calculator below will help you determine the exact dates for each holiday in 2016.
2016 Holiday List
For the year 2016, the Ontario statutory holidays fall on the following dates:
| Holiday | Date | Observed On |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1, 2016 | January 1, 2016 |
| Family Day | February 15, 2016 | February 15, 2016 |
| Good Friday | March 25, 2016 | March 25, 2016 |
| Victoria Day | May 23, 2016 | May 23, 2016 |
| Canada Day | July 1, 2016 | July 1, 2016 |
| Civic Holiday | August 1, 2016 | August 1, 2016 |
| Labour Day | September 5, 2016 | September 5, 2016 |
| Thanksgiving | October 10, 2016 | October 10, 2016 |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2016 | December 25, 2016 |
| Boxing Day | December 26, 2016 | December 26, 2016 |
Note that some holidays may be observed on different dates if they fall on a weekend. The table above shows the actual observed dates for 2016.
For most purposes, if a statutory holiday falls on a Saturday, it is observed on the preceding Friday. If it falls on a Sunday, it is observed on the following Monday.
How to Use This Calculator
This calculator provides a quick reference for Ontario statutory holidays in 2016. To use it:
- Review the list of holidays and their dates in the table above.
- Use the calculator on the right to verify specific dates or check if a particular date is a holiday.
- For more detailed information, refer to the Ontario Statutory Holidays Act.
The calculator is designed to be simple and straightforward, providing the information you need without unnecessary complexity.
FAQ
Are Ontario statutory holidays the same as federal holidays?
Yes, Ontario statutory holidays are based on federal holidays, but Ontario has additional holidays that are specific to the province. The list provided includes both federal and provincial holidays.
Do all businesses observe Ontario statutory holidays?
Most businesses and government offices are closed on statutory holidays, but some businesses may choose to remain open. Employees are entitled to paid time off on these days.
What if a statutory holiday falls on a weekend?
If a statutory holiday falls on a Saturday, it is observed on the preceding Friday. If it falls on a Sunday, it is observed on the following Monday.