It is good to know the dates of Ontario public holidays, especially when planning your travel itinerary and making hotel, restaurant and transportation reservations. Many holidays are celebrated with festivals and seasonal events to add to your travel enjoyment. Check the Festivals and Events section of this website.

Ontario 2008 Holidays
New Year's Day, January 1
Family Day, February 18
Good Friday, March 21
Easter, March 23
Easter Monday, March 24
Victoria Day, May 19
Canada Day, July 1
Civic Holiday, August 4
Labour Day, September 1
Canadian Thanksgiving, October 13
Remembrance Day, November 11
Christmas Day, December 25
Boxing Day, December 26

Ontario 2009 Holidays
New Year's Day, January 1
Family Day, February 16
Good Friday, April 10
Easter, April 12
Easter Monday, April 13
Victoria Day, May 18
Canada Day, July 1
Civic Holiday, August 3
Labour Day, September 7
Canadian Thanksgiving, October 12
Remembrance Day, November 11
Christmas Day, December 25
Boxing Day, December 26

Most banks, trust companies, credit unions, government services and post offices in Ontario close on holidays; be sure to call ahead. Some shops and restaurants may also be closed during these days. Sunday shopping is permitted in Ontario.