{"id":230536,"date":"2026-03-26T14:03:22","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T18:03:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prepareforcanada.com\/?p=230536"},"modified":"2026-03-26T15:19:38","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T19:19:38","slug":"easter-in-canada-celebrations-and-traditions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/blog\/living\/life-in-canada\/easter-in-canada-celebrations-and-traditions","title":{"rendered":"Easter in Canada 2026: Dates, Statutory Holidays, and Traditions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 30px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-is-easter-2026-in-canada\">When is Easter 2026 in Canada?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Easter Sunday falls on April 5, 2026.<\/strong> The <strong>Paschal Full Moon<\/strong> (the first full moon after the spring equinox) determines the holiday dates for Easter in Canada. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Good Friday:<\/strong> April 3, 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Easter Monday:<\/strong> April 6, 2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"relative bg-cover bg-center \" style=\"background-image: url(); padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"absolute top-0 right-0 z-0 w-full h-full bg-gradient-black-transparent\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<p id=\"h-new-to-canada-this-spring-learn-exactly-what-canadian-landlords-look-for-and-get-our-free-application-checklist\">\ud83c\udfe0 <strong>New to Canada this Spring? Learn exactly what Canadian landlords look for and get our free application checklist.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"\">\n    <div class=\"hs-cta-embed hs-cta-simple-placeholder hs-cta-embed-203388635739\"\r\n  style=\"max-width:100%; max-height:100%; width:948px;height:337px\" data-hubspot-wrapper-cta-id=\"203388635739\">\r\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com\/web-interactives\/public\/v1\/track\/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLLaWDDsJ7QiYI7RtFkk17%2BaNL33x74RgcPHdKhV%2Bk1CoxEXCtLf%2Blm5dm2VlJwdURTga0PfXgmYo9J1YhARjF%2BkSvKs58wbRhSmmUc5u6RLtqAbnf23mSkoa02690ZSjUfTf%2FU%2B9rKbUNSgn4PBAPvhfwgXgNogtcxVilDs8%2BU9mZ9j9yM2Q3KeFIv4TRu4sf%2F9XbiWKQXiYJUeQMNgSoPBAItfYuDfRV1VRtbiSz6mqL52MpXDppf4jqYgCeOWXC%2F%2BgqjYgK572ezJLeXju09VD0bL7LzV%2BwB%2Fyo5qMDq5OIFmvJoZU7C1tI02nqHWVtdsCgMOiOezNA%3D%3D&#038;webInteractiveContentId=203388635739&#038;portalId=470123\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Rental Application Guide CTA\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/470123\/interactive-203388635739.png\" style=\"height: 100%; width: 100%; object-fit: fill\"\r\n      onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" \/>\r\n  <\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 30px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-easter-statutory-holidays-by-province-2026\">Easter Statutory Holidays by Province (2026)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/easter-holiday-closures-canada.webp\" alt=\"A female shop owner in a blue apron is holding a &quot;Closed&quot; sign in a flower shop, reflecting holiday closures in Canada.\" class=\"wp-image-331295\" style=\"width:625px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26101626\/easter-holiday-closures-canada.webp 900w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26101626\/easter-holiday-closures-canada-512x341.webp 512w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26101626\/easter-holiday-closures-canada-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Most businesses across Canada, including retail shops and grocery stores, remain closed on Good Friday and Easter Sunday.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/living\/life-in-canada\/statutory-holidays-in-canada\">Good Friday is a statutory holiday<\/a>, while Easter Monday (April 6) is primarily for federal and Quebec employees.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Date<\/th><th>Holiday<\/th><th>Status<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Friday, April 3<\/td><td>Good Friday<\/td><td>Statutory: All provinces (except Quebec, where it&#8217;s a choice)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Monday, April 6<\/td><td>Easter Monday<\/td><td>Statutory: Quebec &amp; Federal employees only<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Most businesses across Canada, including retail shops and grocery stores, close on Good Friday and Easter Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note for Alberta:<\/strong> According to the <em>Canada Labour Code<\/em>, federal employees get both days. However, in Alberta, Easter Monday is a \u201cnon-statutory general holiday,\u201d and some employers may recognize it as an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alberta.ca\/alberta-general-holidays#jumplinks-2\">optional general holiday<\/a>. If you live in Alberta, check with your employer to see if they observe it.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-school-easter-holidays-what-parents-need-to-know\">School Easter Holidays: What Parents Need to Know<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Public and private schools in Canada close on <strong>Good Friday.<\/strong> In most provinces, including Ontario, British Columbia, and Manitoba, schools also close on <strong>Easter Monday<\/strong>, giving students a four-day long weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-off-white-background-color has-background\"><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Quick Tip for Parents:<\/strong> Since schools close for four days, local community centers and YMCAs often host &#8220;Easter Day Camps&#8221; on Easter Monday for parents who have to work. Registration usually opens in early February, so book early!<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-canadians-celebrate-easter\">How Do Canadians Celebrate Easter?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/family-gathering-easter-canada-traditions.webp\" alt=\"A happy multi-generational family gathers around a dining table to share large foil-wrapped chocolate holiday eggs.\" class=\"wp-image-331296\" style=\"width:625px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26102833\/family-gathering-easter-canada-traditions.webp 900w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26102833\/family-gathering-easter-canada-traditions-512x341.webp 512w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26102833\/family-gathering-easter-canada-traditions-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Beyond the egg hunts, Easter in Canada is about spending quality time and sharing treats with loved ones of all ages<\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While rooted in Christian tradition (observed by <strong>53.3%<\/strong> of Canadians), Easter is a major secular event focusing on the &#8220;rebirth&#8221; of spring. Easter in Canada is a time of joy and celebration that brings families and communities together.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-easter-traditions\">Easter Traditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While Christians attend church on Easter, it has become more than a religious holiday. Easter in Canada has become an integral part of the culture. Some common Easter traditions include spending time with family, eating special food, and Easter egg hunts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-traditional-easter-in-canada-feast\">The Traditional Easter in Canada Feast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/traditional-canadian-easter-feast-ham.webp\" alt=\"A dinner table with a traditional Canadian Easter dinner with a glazed ham, coloured eggs, spring tulips, and festive hot cross buns.\" class=\"wp-image-331297\" style=\"width:625px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26104818\/traditional-canadian-easter-feast-ham.webp 900w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26104818\/traditional-canadian-easter-feast-ham-512x341.webp 512w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26104818\/traditional-canadian-easter-feast-ham-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>A typical Canadian Easter dinner often features roasted ham or lamb, seasonal vegetables, and brightly decorated eggs.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Families gather to share a traditional meal during the Easter holiday in Canada. Traditional menus feature glazed ham, roast lamb, or turkey. It&#8217;s a special occasion, like Thanksgiving or Christmas, to celebrate and spend time with loved ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-decorating-eggs-and-easter-egg-hunts\">Decorating Eggs and Easter Egg Hunts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Decorating hard-boiled eggs with cold dye is another fun Easter tradition for the whole family. The eggs represent new life and the rebirth of nature after winter. Easter egg hunts are a fun tradition when children search for chocolate eggs hidden by the &#8220;Easter Bunny.&#8221; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>After the hunt, people enjoy treats and spend time together. It&#8217;s a fun way to celebrate Easter in Canada and enjoy springtime with friends and family!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-giving-gifts-during-easter-in-canada\">Giving Gifts During Easter In Canada<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Exchanging gifts on Easter is a special tradition in Canada. It&#8217;s a way for people to show love and appreciation. Families and friends often give each other small gifts such as chocolates, candies, or small toys. Sometimes, people give Easter-themed decorated eggs or bunny-shaped items to celebrate the holiday and spread happiness. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-major-events-for-easter-in-canada-2026\">Major Events for Easter in Canada 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/community-easter-egg-hunt-canada-events.webp\" alt=\"A large crowd of families and children gathered in a grassy Canadian park, waiting for a community egg hunt to begin.\" class=\"wp-image-331298\" style=\"width:625px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26105614\/community-easter-egg-hunt-canada-events.webp 900w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26105614\/community-easter-egg-hunt-canada-events-512x341.webp 512w, https:\/\/2024-rd-staging.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/2024-prepare-for-canada\/2025\/04\/26105614\/community-easter-egg-hunt-canada-events-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Across Canada, local organizations and parks host egg hunts that bring neighbours together to celebrate.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter where you live, you can be sure that an Easter celebration is happening near you. These are just some of the Easter events taking place in Canada. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-toronto-the-beaches-easter-parade-april-5\">Toronto: The Beaches Easter Parade (April 5)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beacheseasterparade.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Toronto Beaches Easter Parade<\/a> is one of the world&#8217;s longest-running parades, attracting over 50,000 spectators annually. The parade showcases the creativity and community spirit of businesses and organizations within the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p>This go-to event features eye-catching floats, marching bands, and performances, symbolizing local pride and unity. While the parade is the main attraction, other events include the exciting Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt for the kids!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-vancouver-the-big-easter-run-april-4\">Vancouver: The Big Easter Run (April 4)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bigfunrunseries.com\/big-easter-run\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Big Easter Run<\/a>&nbsp;happens every year at Jericho Beach Park in&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/alberta\/calgary\/living-in-calgary-alberta\">Vancouver<\/a>. It&#8217;s a fun event where people dress up in festive costumes and run along Vancouver\u2019s scenic waterfront. Anyone can join, no matter their age or fitness level. You can even bring your dog on a leash or push a stroller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The event includes races, Easter egg hunts, and prizes for all participants. It\u2019s a great way to celebrate Easter with friends and family!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-off-white-background-color has-background\"><strong>\ud83d\udccd Planning a move to British Columbia?<\/strong> Don&#8217;t miss our comprehensive guide on the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/housing\/choosing-a-city\/best-newcomer-neighbourhoods\/best-areas-to-live-vancouver-canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Areas to Live in Vancouver Canada for Newcomers<\/a><\/strong>, featuring the most affordable and transit-friendly neighborhoods for 2026.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"bg-transparent \" style=\" padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 30px;\">\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-calgary-easter-eggstravaganza-april-3-6\">Calgary: Easter Eggstravaganza (April 3 -6)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re in Calgary, get to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.calgaryzoo.com\/events\/easter-eggstravaganza\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wilder Institute\/Calgary Zoo<\/a> for the annual Easter Eggstravaganza! This event features family-friendly games and activities, as well as opportunities to explore and learn about zoo animals and the world. The Easter Eggstravaganza is free with admission to the Calgary Zoo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n    <section id=\"\" class=\"\">\n        <iframe class=\"w-full mx-auto aspect-video\" style=\"max-width: 900px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eC_xCPJ5OFQ\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe>\n    <\/section>\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Calgary Zoo is located in the heart of <strong>Inglewood<\/strong>, a vibrant and historic community known for its newcomer-friendly atmosphere. If you\u2019re curious about this area or other family-oriented parts of the city, explore our guide on the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/prepareforcanada.com\/housing\/choosing-a-city\/best-newcomer-cities\/best-calgary-neighbourhoods-renting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Calgary Neighbourhoods for Newcomers<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"relative bg-cover bg-center \" style=\"background-image: url(); padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"absolute top-0 right-0 z-0 w-full h-full bg-gradient-black-transparent\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs-about-easter-in-canada\">FAQs About Easter in Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1774454553942\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is everything closed on Easter Sunday?<br><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Most grocery stores, LCBO\/Beer Stores, and malls are closed on Easter Sunday (April 5), though some pharmacies and convenience stores remain open. Stock up on essentials on Saturday!<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1774454632757\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I get paid for Easter Monday?<br><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Only if you are a federal employee or work in Quebec, in other provinces, it is a standard working day unless your specific employment contract states otherwise.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1774540210856\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do schools close for Easter in Canada?<br><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. All public and private schools in Canada are closed on <strong>Good Friday (April 3, 2026)<\/strong>. In most provinces, including Ontario, British Columbia, and Manitoba, schools are also closed on <strong>Easter Monday (April 6, 2026)<\/strong>, giving students a four-day long weekend.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1774454660609\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the &#8220;Paschal Full Moon&#8221;?<br><br><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It is the first full moon following the Spring Equinox. It determines the date of Easter Sunday, which always falls on the first Sunday after the full moon.<br><br><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<section id=\"\" class=\"relative bg-cover bg-center \" style=\"background-image: url(); padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;\">\n            <div class=\"absolute top-0 right-0 z-0 w-full h-full bg-gradient-black-transparent\"><\/div>\n        <div class=\"container relative z-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While Easter is a religious holiday, it&#8217;s one that people from all backgrounds can celebrate. 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