What is open and closed on National Truth and Reconciliation Day?

Monday marks National Truth and Reconciliation Day in the country. a public holiday celebrated annually on September 30th.

It was founded to honor residential school survivors and recognize the ongoing impact of the residential school system on Indigenous communities. Ceremonies and educational activities are expected to take place across the country on Monday to promote awareness and understanding of the history and heritage of these schools.

Here is a local list of what is open and closed today.

Banks

All banks and financial institutions will be closed on Monday and will return to regular opening hours on Tuesday.

Transit (TTC and GO train service)

GO Transit, TTC and most regional transit services now operate regularly.

Government Services

Because it is a federal holiday, many employees are entitled to a paid day off. Government of Canada offices and buildings will be closed. Canada Post (no mail delivery on Monday), the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), passport offices and Service Canada will not reopen until Tuesday.

grocery stores

Most grocery stores are open on Monday. Just in case, check your local establishment’s opening hours.

Malls/shopping centers

Most malls and malls are open on Monday.

LCBO/The Beer Shop

Most local LCBOs open at noon on Monday and resume regular hours on Tuesday. The opening hours of the beer shop remain unaffected.

Attractions

• Canada’s Wonderland (closed)
• The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) – closed
• Museum of Contemporary Art (closed, reopened on Wednesday)
• Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) – closed
• The Gardiner Museum – closed
• CN Tower – open
• Ripley’s Aquarium – open
• STACKT market – open
• Toronto Zoo – open
• Hockey Hall of Fame – open
• The Distillery Historic District – open