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How to maximise annual leave in Canada in 2027
With 10 days of leave you can get 22 days off in Canada in 2027. Here are the exact days to book, plus the best long weekends and longer breaks. Change the leave days or region below for your own plan.
Best longer breaks in Canada, 2027
| Break | Days off | Leave days to book | Holidays |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2027 – 10 Jan 2027 | 10 for 5 | Mon 4 – Fri 8 Jan | New Year's Day |
| 20 Mar 2027 – 28 Mar 2027 | 9 for 4 | Mon 22 – Thu 25 Mar | Good Friday |
| 26 Jun 2027 – 4 Jul 2027 | 9 for 4 | Mon 28 – Wed 30 Jun, Fri 2 Jul | Canada Day |
| 4 Sept 2027 – 12 Sept 2027 | 9 for 4 | Tue 7 – Fri 10 Sept | Labour Day |
| 18 Dec 2027 – 26 Dec 2027 | 9 for 5 | Mon 20 – Fri 24 Dec | Christmas Day |
| 31 Dec 2027 – 9 Jan 2028 | 10 for 6 | Fri 31 Dec, Mon 3 – Fri 7 Jan | New Year's Day |
Long weekends for one day of leave in Canada, 2027
| Long weekend | Days off | Book | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2027 – 4 Jan 2027 | 4 | Mon 4 Jan | New Year's Day |
| 25 Mar 2027 – 28 Mar 2027 | 4 | Thu 25 Mar | Good Friday |
| 1 Jul 2027 – 4 Jul 2027 | 4 | Fri 2 Jul | Canada Day |
| 3 Sept 2027 – 6 Sept 2027 | 4 | Fri 3 Sept | Labour Day |
| 24 Dec 2027 – 26 Dec 2027 | 3 | Fri 24 Dec | Christmas Day |
| 31 Dec 2027 – 2 Jan 2028 | 3 | Fri 31 Dec | New Year's Day |
A 2027 plan built around longer holidays
Prefer fewer, longer trips? 8 leave days give 18 days off across2 breaks of nine days or more:
- 20 Mar 2027 – 28 Mar 2027: 9 days off, book Mon 22 – Thu 25 Mar
- 26 Jun 2027 – 4 Jul 2027: 9 days off, book Mon 28 – Wed 30 Jun, Fri 2 Jul
See also: Canada business days calculator and 2027 public holidays ·subscribe to Canada holidays in your calendar
Frequently asked questions
How many days off can I get with 10 days of leave in Canada in 2027?
Up to 22 days off, by using the leave on 6 breaks that join public holidays to weekends.
What is the best long break in Canada in 2027?
20 Mar 2027 – 28 Mar 2027: 9 days off for 4 leave days, around Good Friday.
How many long weekends can I make in Canada in 2027?
6 long weekends cost just one leave day each.