What's open and closed on Victoria Day 2024 | CBC News
The Victoria Day federal holiday falls on May 20, 2024. By law, many public facilities and private businesses will be closed with a few exceptions. Here's the rundown.
www.cbc.caHere’s a quick snapshot of what’s typically open on Victoria Day, focusing on Toronto and Greater Toronto area patterns, since Victoria Day is a public holiday in Canada and hours can vary by location.
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- Shopping malls and some retailers: Many large malls such as CF Eaton Centre and other major centers often remain open with Sunday-like or holiday hours; some smaller malls or certain stores may close. Always check the specific mall’s hours for Victoria Day.
- Museums, attractions, and tours: Major attractions (CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum, Ontario Science Centre, Toronto Zoo, Art Gallery of Ontario, etc.) typically operate, though some may have reduced hours. It’s best to verify each site’s holiday hours in advance.
- Public services and government offices: Generally closed on Victoria Day (banks, post offices, libraries, municipal offices, and many government services).
- Grocery stores and LCBO/Beer Stores: Most grocery stores and liquor stores may be closed or have limited hours; some locations (especially in tourist or shopping districts) may open with reduced hours. LCBO locations are often closed, though a few stores may operate with reduced summer-like hours on the holiday.
- Public transit: Transit agencies typically run on a weekend or holiday schedule, with some early morning or limited service adjustments.
- Fireworks and city events: In some cities there are Victoria Day fireworks and community events; check local city calendars for specifics.
Tips to plan
- Check local business pages: For the exact hours, search “Victoria Day hours [your city]” or visit the specific store, mall, or attraction’s website.
- Call ahead: If you’re planning to visit a grocery store, pharmacy, or a hospital-adjacent service, a quick call confirms holiday hours.
- Use official city or tourism sites: They often publish a concise Victoria Day guide with what’s open and closed in their area.
If you’d like, tell me your exact city or neighborhood and I can pull the latest open/closed list for that locale and provide a concise, up-to-date schedule with sources.