Stat Holidays Ontario 2023 Calculator

Ontario's statutory holidays are days when most employees get paid time off. These holidays are legally protected and provide workers with time to rest and celebrate. This calculator helps you determine which statutory holidays fall in 2023 and how they affect your work schedule.

What are statutory holidays?

Statutory holidays are days designated by law that employees are entitled to take off with pay. In Ontario, these holidays provide workers with paid time to rest, celebrate, and engage in community activities. Employers must provide paid time off on these days unless they can demonstrate that doing so would cause undue hardship.

Key characteristics of statutory holidays

Legal protection for employees
Paid time off for most workers
Fixed dates each year
Public observance days

Note: Some employers may choose to close on additional days or offer voluntary time off, but statutory holidays are the legally protected days off.

Ontario's 2023 statutory holidays

In 2023, Ontario observes the following statutory holidays:

Holiday	Date	Day of Week
New Year's Day	January 1, 2023	Sunday
Family Day	February 20, 2023	Monday
Good Friday	April 7, 2023	Friday
Victoria Day	May 22, 2023	Monday
Canada Day	July 1, 2023	Saturday
Civic Holiday	August 7, 2023	Monday
Labour Day	September 4, 2023	Monday
Thanksgiving	October 9, 2023	Monday
Remembrance Day	November 11, 2023	Saturday
Christmas Day	December 25, 2023	Monday
Boxing Day	December 26, 2023	Tuesday

Note: The dates for Good Friday and Victoria Day are determined by the government each year based on the lunar calendar.

How to use this calculator

This calculator helps you determine which statutory holidays fall within a specific date range in 2023. Simply enter your start and end dates, and the calculator will show you which holidays occur during that period.

Steps to use the calculator

Enter your start date in the "From" field
Enter your end date in the "To" field
Click the "Calculate" button
Review the results showing which holidays fall within your date range

Tip: The calculator will also show you the day of the week for each holiday, which can be helpful for scheduling purposes.

Planning tips for employers

As an employer, it's important to plan ahead for statutory holidays to ensure smooth operations and compliance with labor laws.

Key planning considerations

Schedule staff coverage in advance
Communicate holiday schedules to employees
Prepare for potential customer service impacts
Consider offering voluntary time off for additional days
Review your business continuity plan

Important: Employers must provide paid time off on statutory holidays unless they can demonstrate that doing so would cause undue hardship.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many statutory holidays are there in Ontario in 2023?: There are 11 statutory holidays in Ontario in 2023.
Are statutory holidays the same every year?: No, some holidays like Good Friday and Victoria Day have variable dates each year.
Do all employees get paid time off on statutory holidays?: Most employees are entitled to paid time off, but employers may be exempt if it would cause undue hardship.
Can employers close on additional days besides statutory holidays?: Yes, employers can choose to close on additional days or offer voluntary time off.
What should I do if I can't work on a statutory holiday?: You should contact your employer to discuss your options, which may include using vacation time or taking unpaid leave.