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What’s open and closed in Hamilton and Burlington on Canada Day long weekend

Hamilton's skyline is seen during Canada Day fireworks. Benedek/Getty Images

As we celebrate Canada Day, here’s a look at what’s open and what’s closed on July 1 and the stat holiday Monday.

What’s open

  • It’s best to call ahead, but generally speaking, retail outlets that are usually open on Sundays will remain open on July 1 and observe the stat holiday on Monday instead. This includes Eastgate Square, CF Lime Ridge, Mapleview Centre and Burlington Mall.
  • LCBO locations are open on Sunday, and closed Monday. Beer Stores are open on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. with some exceptions, and closed Monday as well.
  • The HSR will be operating on a Sunday/Holiday Schedule on Monday; ATS-DARTS is on holiday service. Burlington Transit will operate regular Sunday service on Canada Day, with a holiday service schedule on Monday. GO Transit is running on a Saturday schedule on Monday.
  • Senior Centres, the Dundas Driving Park, outdoor pools and the Gage Park wading pool will be open. Recreation centres are on modified schedules.
  • Movie theatres are usually open on all holidays
  • The city’s Canada Day celebration is being held at Bayfront and Pier 8 Parks. There’s live entertainment all day, and fireworks at 10 p.m. The City of Burlington’s Canada Day festivities are taking place at Spencer Smith Park.
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What’s closed

  • Government offices in Hamilton and Burlington are closed on Monday
  • Malls, banks and most retail businesses, including the LCBO and Beer Stores, are closed on Monday
  • Canada Post mail collection and delivery is cancelled on Monday
  • Hamilton Public Library branches and The Hamilton Farmers’ Market are closed on Sunday and Monday
  • The Animal Services Shelter is closed both days as well
  • The Tourism Hamilton Visitor Information Centre is closed on Monday
  • There are no changes to residential waste collection, though Community Recycling Centres and Transfer Stations will be closed on Monday
  • Hamilton Civic museums are closed on Monday

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