Discovery Day in Canada
In 2026, Discovery Day falls on Monday, 17 August 2026.
About Discovery Day
Discovery Day commemorates the arrival of explorer John Cabot in Newfoundland and Labrador in 1497. It is primarily observed as a provincial public holiday in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The day serves to honor the historical European exploration of the region and its impact on the province's heritage.
Discovery Day dates in Canada
Observance dates for Discovery Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 21 Aug 2023 | Monday | Discovery Day |
| 2024 | 19 Aug 2024 | Monday | Discovery Day |
| 2025 | 18 Aug 2025 | Monday | Discovery Day |
| 2026This year | 17 Aug 2026 | Monday | Discovery Day |
| 2027 | 16 Aug 2027 | Monday | Discovery Day |
| 2028 | 21 Aug 2028 | Monday | Discovery Day |
| 2029 | 20 Aug 2029 | Monday | Discovery Day |
| 2030 | 19 Aug 2030 | Monday | Discovery Day |
| 2031 | 18 Aug 2031 | Monday | Discovery Day |
21 Aug 2023
Monday · Discovery Day
19 Aug 2024
Monday · Discovery Day
18 Aug 2025
Monday · Discovery Day
17 Aug 2026
Monday · Discovery Day
16 Aug 2027
Monday · Discovery Day
21 Aug 2028
Monday · Discovery Day
20 Aug 2029
Monday · Discovery Day
19 Aug 2030
Monday · Discovery Day
18 Aug 2031
Monday · Discovery Day
