Louis Riel Day: Stat Holiday Pay in Manitoba
Louis Riel Day is Manitoba’s paid general holiday in February, held on the third Monday of the month.
When is Louis Riel Day?
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Is Louis Riel Day a statutory holiday?
Yes. Louis Riel Day is a general holiday under Manitoba’s employment standards.
Who gets paid for Louis Riel Day?
Most employees in Manitoba qualify for holiday pay on Louis Riel Day. Each jurisdiction sets its own eligibility rules, such as how long you have worked for your employer or whether you worked your scheduled shifts before and after the holiday. Part-time employees are often eligible as well.
What if you work on Louis Riel Day?
If you work on a statutory holiday, you are usually entitled to premium pay for the hours worked, commonly 1.5 times your regular rate, plus holiday pay. Some rules allow regular pay plus a substitute day off instead. The exact combination depends on your province or territory and on any collective agreement.
Background
The holiday honours Louis Riel, the Métis leader recognized as a founder of Manitoba. It was first observed in 2008.
Last reviewed: October 2026. Holiday pay rules change from time to time. For your exact entitlement, contact your provincial or territorial employment standards office.
