What’s open and closed in Toronto for the Canada Day long weekend

Thestar.com
June 28, 2018
Jenna Moon

Canada Day weekend is expected to finally feel like summer. The first long weekend of the season is upon us, and temperatures are expected to climb well above 30 C. With many celebrations and festivities planned, it’s important to note what’s open and closed in the city. Here’s a look at what’s happening in Toronto this Canada Day weekend:

Where you can find Canada Day celebrations:

Mel Lastman Square -- The city is hosting a free official celebration of Canada’s 151st birthday at Mel Lastman Square, starting at 5 p.m. and ending at 10:30 p.m. with a fireworks finale. There will be performances from Kristin Fung, Los Poetas, and Shakura S’Aida on the main stage, and DJs will be spinning on a separate platform until 9:15 p.m. Face painting, a sidewalk mural and hula hooping are also scheduled.
Canada Day at Thomson Memorial Park -- This event promises fun for all ages, with the day kicking off with a pancake breakfast and a slo-pitch senior’s game at 10 a.m. The event will have live entertainment beginning at 10:30 a.m., rides, crafts, and a wildlife exhibit. A Canada Day parade will start at 4 p.m. on Brimley Rd.
Where to see fireworks on Canada Day

As always, there will be firework displays across the city in celebration of the country’s special day. Those looking to take in a show can check out:

• Woodbine Park/Ashbridge’s Bay Park, beginning at 9:30 p.m.
• Downsview Park, beginning at dusk
• Milliken Park, beginning at 10 p.m.
• Amesbury Park, beginning at 9:45 p.m.

• Etobicoke Centennial Park, beginning at 10 p.m.
• Stan Wadlow Park, beginning at 10 p.m.
• Weston Lions Park, beginning at 10 p.m.

What’s closed on Sunday, Canada Day:

• Canada Post
• Banks
• Government offices
• Toronto Public Libraries

What’s open on Sunday, Canada Day:

• LCBO
• The Beer Store (some exceptions)
• Yorkdale Mall
• Scarborough Town Centre
• Fairview Mall
• Sherway Gardens
• Dufferin Mall
• Bayview Village Shopping Centre

What’s closed on the holiday Monday:

• Canada Post
• Banks
• Government offices
• Toronto Public Libraries
• Garbage and recycling collection (postponed until the next day)
• LCBO
• The Beer Store
• Yorkdale Mall
• Scarborough Town Centre
• Fairview Mall
• Sherway Gardens
• Dufferin Mall
• Bayview Village Shopping Centre

What’s open all weekend (June 30-July 2):

• TTC is operating on Sunday service for Canada Day and holiday service on Monday (Holiday service means all TTC routes will operate on Sunday schedules, but will start at 6 a.m. Any routes that do not normally operate on Sundays, will not operate on the holiday.)
• GO Transit will be running on a Saturday schedule on Monday

Attractions

• The ROM
• The AGO
• Ripley’s Aquarium
• Bata Shoe Museum
• Centreville Amusement Park
• Ontario Science Centre
• Canada’s Wonderland
• CN Tower
• Toronto Zoo
• Casa Loma
• Riverdale Farm
• Shopping

• Eaton Centre
• Vaughan Mills
• Square One Shopping Centre
• Grocery store hours will vary depending on the location.