2025 Canada Calendar for Social Media Managers 

Social media managers are already looking ahead to the rest of 2025 and beyond. Planning your campaigns and content around important holidays and cultural events can help your posts reach a wider audience while connecting your brand with relevant moments. To make this easier, you can download the full 2025 calendar as a handy reference for your upcoming social media and ad campaigns.

Even better, all these important dates are available directly in Metricool’s planner, so you can organize your content without switching between tools. Having your calendar integrated lets you stay on top of trends and plan ahead with less hassle, keeping your strategy aligned throughout the year.

January

January starts the year with a clean slate and new plans. Whether you’re supporting Dry January or setting up your schedule for the months ahead, it’s a good moment to align your social content with seasonal and cultural events.

January is Tamil Heritage Month

Other important dates:

• 01: Dry January 
• 14: World Logic Day
• 15: Museum Selfie Day
• 19: World Snow Day
• 24: International Day of Education
• 29: National Puzzle Day

February

February is all about love and connections, whether it’s for couples, friends, or communities. It’s a great month for brands to create content that feels personal and meaningful for their audiences, especially during Black History Month and LGBTQ+ History Month.

February is Black History and LGBTQ+ History Month

Other important dates:

• 04: Rosa Parks Day
• 11: National Inventors’ Day
• 14: Pink Triangle Day
• 15: Canada’s Agriculture Day

March

March brings energy and fresh ideas. It’s a month filled with celebrations that can inspire your content and engage your followers. With Irish Heritage Month and International Women’s Day, there’s plenty to tap into for your audience.

March is Irish Heritage Month

Other important dates:

• 07: Employee Appreciation Day
• 09: National Hug Your Dog Day
• 20: International Day of Happiness

April

April brings important dates like National Indigenous Peoples Day and Earth Day. These moments are great chances to show respect for Indigenous cultures and highlight your brand’s commitment to the environment. Including them in your content adds meaning and connects with your audience in a thoughtful way.

Other important dates:

• 01: International Fun At Work Day
• 03: Don’t Go to Work Unless it’s Fun Day
• 07: World Health Day
• 16: World Voice Day
• 18: National Columnists’ Day
• 20: National Look Alike Day
• 21: Easter Monday
• 23: World Book Day
• 23: English Language Day
• 25: World Penguin Day
• 26: International Sculpture Day

May

May blooms with celebrations and opportunities to connect. From Victoria Day to Mother’s Day, this month offers plenty of chances to create themed content that speaks to followers and their traditions.

May is Asian Heritage and Jewish Heritage Month

Other important dates:

• 16: Bike-to-Work Day
• 16: Endangered Species Day
• 16: National Pizza Party Day
• 18: World Baking Day

June

June signals the start of summer and a boost in energy on social media. It’s also a time to celebrate National Indigenous History and Pride Month here in Canada, along with outdoor events like International Picnic Day and Father’s Day.

June is National Indigenous History and Pride Month

Other important dates:

• 08: National Best Friends Day
• 14: Global Wellness Day
• 15: Nature Photography Day
• 20: Take Your Dog to Work Day
• 21: National Indigenous Peoples Day
• 23: National Pink Day
• 30: International Asteroid Day

July

July feels like the weekend of summer. It’s time to relax and enjoy the sunshine. Canada Day is the big highlight, and it’s a great chance to schedule your social media in advance so you can step away knowing your content is ready to go.

Other important dates:

• 01: International Joke Day
• 06: National Fried Chicken Day

 August

August is the last call for summer fun. Whether it’s celebrating your furry pal with National Dog Day, or bake some sweet treats with National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day, this month is perfect for lighter, engaging posts that connect with your audience before fall arrives.

Other important dates:

• 19: World Humanitarian Day

September

September is all about fresh starts and planning ahead. As fall approaches and the holiday season creeps closer, use this month to build content that speaks to your followers and gives you time to focus on strategy.

Other important dates:

• 16: National Guacamole Day
• 21: World Gratitude Day
• 21: World Alzheimer’s Day
• 29: National Coffee Day
• 30: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day)

October

October brings Halloween and the start of fall festivities. It’s a great time to launch themed campaigns and get creative with your content. Adding seasonal dates like Thanksgiving can give your posts a timely, familiar touch.

October is Latin American Heritage, Women’s History, and Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Looking for Halloween inspiration? Find 31 Halloween campaign ideas here!

Other important dates:

• 01: National Seniors Day
• 21: Diwali

November

November brings the holiday shopping buzz, especially with Black Friday and Remembrance Day. It’s the perfect time to plan promotions and campaigns that connect with your audience’s seasonal mindset.

November is Hindu Heritage and Native American Heritage Month

Other important dates:

• 08: National Cappuccino Day
• 20: Universal Children’s Day

December

December marks the end of the year and the start of the busy holiday season. For Canadian brands, it’s about balancing big moments like Christmas and Boxing Day with smart social media tactics that don’t break the bank.

Of course, Christmas is right around the corner and yet another unique opportunity for marketers and social media managers. However, December is one of the heaviest marketing months. Rather than relying on expensive ad campaigns, consider using organic strategies like SEO, competitor analysis, and social media analytics to develop your content plan for the coming year.

Other important dates:

• 06: St. Nicholas Day
• 08: National Brownie Day
• 10: Nobel Prize Day
• 10: International Animal Rights Day
• 21: Yule
• 24: The Feast of the Seven Fishes
• 26: Kwanzaa

All Your Important Holidays and Dates in One Place

With Metricool, you can have all important dates right inside your planner, so you never have to switch between tools. Use the predefined social calendars that come ready with key events or upload your own custom calendar to fit your brand’s unique needs. This keeps your content timely, organized, and easy to plan no matter if you’re working solo or with a team. Having everything in one place helps you stay on top of trends and ensures you don’t miss opportunities to connect with your audience.

Anniston Ward , 29 July 2025