Cultural
Lunar New Year 2027
Saturday, February 6, 2027
Not a statutory holiday
What it is
The start of the lunisolar year celebrated in Chinese, Vietnamese (Tết), Korean (Seollal) and other East and Southeast Asian cultures. 2026 is the Year of the Horse; 2027 the Year of the Goat.
How it's observed
Family reunion dinners, red envelopes, lion dances, fifteen days of festivities ending with the Lantern Festival.
Is Lunar New Year a stat holiday?
No. Lunar New Year is not a statutory holiday anywhere in Canada, though you can ask your employer for the day off.
Common greetings
Happy Lunar New Year!Gong hei fat choy / Xin nian kuai leChúc mừng năm mới
In the workplace
- Many employees take the first one to three days off. Avoid "Chinese New Year" when addressing a mixed group.