Is the first Monday in August considered a statutory holiday?
Is the first Monday in August considered a statutory holiday in your jurisdiction? This year, the first Monday is August 4.
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First Monday in August a.k.a Civic Holiday: Public holiday or not?
In most parts of Canada, the first Monday of August is recognized as a holiday. This year, the first Monday is August 1. Although most commonly referred to as "Civic Holiday", the holiday is referred to differently across Canada. The name of the holiday is not the only thing that differs between the provinces and territories, the legal status of the holiday also varies. That is, in some provinces and territories, the first Monday in August is considered a statutory (public) holiday, while in others it is not.
Three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk
The three popular articles this week on HRinfodesk deal with: The federal government's announcement regarding changes to parental leave rules; a case that looks at discrimination based on disability and the accommodation provided by the employer; and an FAQ that addresses whether employees on maternity or parental leave are allowed to extend their leave using accrued vacation.
