New Year’s Day is a celebrated public holiday in Ontario, marking new beginnings. It’s crucial for employees and employers alike to understand the rights and entitlements associated with this day.
In Ontario, New Year’s Day is a statutory holiday designated for provincially regulated employees that are governed by Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA). It is one of nine statutory holidays that employees are entitled to each year, and the first one to occur on the calendar.
This holiday marks the beginning of the new year and is often celebrated with various festivities, including family gatherings and fireworks. The day also provides an opportunity for rest and reflection after New Year’s Eve celebrations.
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• Ontario statutory holiday guide for employees
New Year’s Day occurs annually in Ontario, on January 1st.
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2021 | Friday, January 1 |
| 2022 | Saturday, January 1 |
| 2023 | Sunday, January 1 |
| 2024 | Monday, January 1 |
| 2025 | Wednesday, January 1 |
| 2026 | Thursday, January 1 |
| 2027 | Friday, January 1 |
| 2028 | Saturday, January 1 |
| 2029 | Monday, January 1 |
| 2030 | Tuesday, January 1 |
Yes. New Year’s Day is a paid day off work for provincially regulated employees working in Ontario.
In Ontario, most provincially regulated employees are eligible for New Year’s Day off as a statutory holiday. This includes:
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