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Victoria Day Celebrations and Shopping: What's Open Across Ontario

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Victoria Day, a significant Canadian holiday, brings a mix of celebrations and closures across Ontario. While many stores are closed on this day, major malls in southern Ontario remain open for eager shoppers. In Toronto, the CF Toronto mall is a bustling hub for those looking to enjoy some retail therapy. In Cumberland, exciting events such as parades, ceremonies, dance performances, and children's activities mark the day in a festive manner.

In preparation for Victoria Day, city facilities in various regions adjust their hours. From Grande Prairie to Windsor-Essex, facilities like cultural centers, museums, and community centers may operate on modified schedules. The holiday spirit spreads as individuals plan outings, attend events, and relish the long weekend.

As Victoria Day approaches, communities gear up for closures and abbreviated hours across Chatham-Kent and High River. Municipal offices in Chatham-Kent will be closed to honor the holiday, while the Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex in High River will also be shut on the day. The ebb and flow of closures create a rhythm of rest and celebration for residents.

In Thunder Bay, the intrigue of Victoria Day lingers as retail shops and grocery stores take a day of closure. This buzz of activity, or lack thereof, adds a unique flavor to the holiday weekend, leaving some residents searching for open venues to fulfill their shopping needs.

Interesting Fact: Victoria Day, also known as the Queen's Birthday, celebrates the birthday of Queen Victoria. The holiday has a deep historical significance in Canada, dating back to the 1800s and is observed with enthusiasm across the country.

Fun Fact: The tradition of celebrating Victoria Day with fireworks dates back to the 19th century and remains a highlight of the holiday festivities for many Canadians.

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What major malls and shopping outlets are open across Ontario this ... (Toronto.com)

While many stores are closed that day, a number of major malls around southern Ontario are open. Here's where you can do your shopping. Toronto. CF Toronto ...

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Victoria Day events and activities set in Cumberland : My Comox ... (My Comox Valley Now)

Following the parade, there will be a ceremony, dance, beer garden, stage performances, children's races and bicycle draw between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.. For a look ...

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City facility hours for Victoria Day (EverythingGP)

Bonnetts Energy Centre; Montrose Cultural Centre; Grande Prairie Museum; Dave Barr Community Centre; Activity and Reception Centre; Cedar Point (Community ...

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What's open or closed this Victoria Day in Windsor-Essex? - CK ... (BlackburnNews.com)

Victoria Day, which kicks off the Canadian summer travel season, is a statutory holiday, and that means many places are closed or on abbreviated hours on Monday ...

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What's open and closed this Victoria Day long weekend (AM800 (iHeartRadio))

City of Windsor administrative offices will be closed on Monday, May 20, 2024, in observance of the Victoria Day holiday. 311 Customer Contact Centre. The 311 ...

Victoria Day closures across Chatham-Kent | Wallaceburg News ... (sydenhamcurrent.ca)

Municipal offices and most services will be closed Monday, May 20, 2024, in recognition of Victoria Day. Other services are scheduled as follows:.

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High River closures on Victoria Day Monday (OkotoksOnline.com)

Share: Copied! The Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex will be closed on Victoria Day Monday, May 20.

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NetNewsLedger - VIctoria Day Monday 2024 - Open and Closed in ... (Net Newsledger)

Monday on the Victoria Day Long Weekend is a day that seems to frustrate some in Thunder Bay as almost all retail shops and grocery are closed.

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What's open and closed on Victoria Day (CTV Toronto)

Provincial government offices; Banks; All LCBO locations; Georgian Mall. What's open: Tanger Outlets - Cookstown; Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery; Simcoe ...

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Victoria Day closures in Sarnia-Lambton - Sarnia News Today (BlackburnNews.com)

Here's what is open and closed on Victoria Day Monday, May 20. Post Office:- Closed Monday. Sarnia Transit:- No buses operating.

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What's open and closed for the Victoria Day long weekend (PelhamToday.ca)

Closures: The Meridian Community Centre, Town of Pelham Municipal Offices and all administrative services will be closed in observance of Victoria Day on Monday ...

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Here's what's open and closed in Windsor on Victoria Day | CBC News (CBC.ca)

The Homelessness and Housing Help Hub will be open regular hours. Transit Windsor buses are operating, but on the Sunday/holiday schedule. Devonshire and ...

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What's open or closed this Victoria Day in Windsor-Essex? - Windsor ... (BlackburnNews.com)

Victoria Day, which kicks off the Canadian summer travel season, is a statutory holiday, and that means many places are closed or on abbreviated hours on Monday ...

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Summerland Museum peeks back at Victoria Day celebrations in ... (Castanet.net)

In 1915, Summerland honoured Victoria Day with sports events held on Crescent Beach. "The day started with team driving classes and horse races. The photo shows ...

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What major malls and shopping outlets are open across Ontario this ... (mississauga.com)

Malls that are open on the holiday are operating with reduced hours, including Square One and Bramalea City Centre, Vaughan Mills, Upper Canada Mall, Toronto ...

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What's happening Victoria Day Monday: Fireworks, gas prices ... (Toronto.com)

It's Victoria Day Monday in Ontario. From fireworks to gas prices, here's what you need to know.

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Victoria Day fireworks display at Ashbridges Bay set to start at 10 ... (Beach Metro News)

E. at the foot of Coxwell Avenue. The fireworks display will be visible all along the Boardwalk and the entire length of the Eastern Beaches. There are expected ...

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WHAT'S OPEN AND CLOSED IN TORONTO ON VICTORIA DAY (Zoomer Radio)

There is plenty to do in the city of Toronto on Victoria Day to mark the statutory holiday, but some businesses and services will be closed on Monday.

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