Father's Day In Canada - Time And Date

Canadians celebrate Father’s Day on the third Sunday in June. The day is dedicated to showing appreciation for fathers and father figures, including stepfathers, fathers-in-law, foster parents, guardians, and close family friends.

Is Father’s Day a Public Holiday?

Father’s Day is not a public holiday. It falls on chúa nhật 21 Tháng sáu 2026 p. and most businesses follow regular chúa nhật opening hours in Canada.

When Is Father’s Day in Canada?

Father’s Day in Canada is observed on the third Sunday of June each year. The date aligns with Father’s Day in several other countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom.

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How do Canadians Celebrate Father’s Day?

People in Canada mark Father’s Day in a variety of meaningful ways:

• Participating in charity events like Father’s Day fun runs, often supporting men’s health or prostate cancer research.
• Watching sports together, whether cheering for a favorite team at home or attending a live event.
• Giving gifts such as clothing, gadgets, gift cards, chocolates, books, or items related to personal hobbies.
• Sharing meals—from homemade breakfasts or brunches to restaurant dinners or backyard BBQs
• Sending cards, either handmade or purchased, to express love and thanks.

Those who live away from their fathers or father figures may make video or long-distance phone calls, send an email or online card, or arrange for gifts to be delivered on Father’s Day.

Popular Outdoor and Community Activities

Spending time outdoors is a favorite way to celebrate:

• Families go hiking, camping, or fishing.
• Father’s Day weekend in Ontario aligns with a free fishing weekend, allowing residents to fish without a license.

No matter the activity, the focus is on quality time and shared experiences.

Public Life

Father’s Day is not a statutory holiday in Canada. Opening hours may vary by province and territory, but since it falls on a Sunday, many government offices, banks, and public services are typically closed. However, most retail stores, restaurants, and cafés remain open, especially in urban centres and larger provinces and territories.

Some museums and public venues may host special Father’s Day promotions, offering free admission for fathers and father figures as part of community celebrations.

History of Father’s Day in Canada

Father’s Day does not have Canadian origins—it was adopted from the United States in the 20th century. The first Father’s Day was observed in Spokane, Washington, in 1910, when Sonora Smart Dodd created a day to honor her widowed father, who raised six children on his own.

Inspired by Mother’s Day, Dodd’s idea gained support and eventually spread to other countries, including Canada. Over time, the day became a popular occasion to recognize fathers and father figures nationwide.

About Father’s Day in Other Countries

Read more about Father’s Day.

Father’s Day Observances

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Year	Weekday	Date	Name	Holiday Type
2021	CN	20 Tháng sáu	Father’s Day	Observance
2022	CN	19 Tháng sáu	Father’s Day	Observance
2023	CN	18 Tháng sáu	Father’s Day	Observance
2024	CN	16 Tháng sáu	Father’s Day	Observance
2025	CN	15 Tháng sáu	Father’s Day	Observance
2026	CN	21 Tháng sáu	Father’s Day	Observance
2027	CN	20 Tháng sáu	Father’s Day	Observance
2028	CN	18 Tháng sáu	Father’s Day	Observance
2029	CN	17 Tháng sáu	Father’s Day	Observance
2030	CN	16 Tháng sáu	Father’s Day	Observance
2031	CN	15 Tháng sáu	Father’s Day	Observance

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