It’s going to be bittersweet… the last long weekend of summer 2014 has arrived. Let’s make it a good one! Here’s a list of what’s open and what’s closed for the September long weekend.
Shopping
The following are closed on Monday, September 1:
- St. Vital Centre
- Polo Park Shopping Centre
- Kildonan Place
- Garden City Shopping Centre
Grocery Stores
The following are closed on Monday, September 1:
- Walmart
- Superstore
- Safeway
- Sobeys
For those headed to the U.S. for the long weekend, here are the mall hours…
Columbia Mall, Grand Forks:
- Saturday: 10am – 9pm
- Sunday: Noon – 6pm
- Monday: 10am – 9pm
West Acres, Fargo:
- Saturday: 10am – 9pm (Food court: 8:30am – 9:00pm)
- Sunday: Noon – 6pm (Food court: 11:00am – 6:00pm)
- Monday: 10am – 9pm (Food court: 8:30am – 9:00pm)
All civic offices are closed on Monday, September 1, 2014.
Recycling/Garbage Collection
Recycling, garbage and yard waste will be collected as normally scheduled for those with Monday as a collection day.
To find your recycling, garbage and yard waste collection days:
- Visit winnipeg.ca/waterandwaste
- Download the My Waste app at winnipeg.ca/mywaste
- Contact 311, open 24 hours every day, by phone at 311 or by email at 311@winnipeg.ca
Brady Road Resource Management Facility (Brady Road Landfill)
Saturday, August 30 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 31 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday, September 1 5:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The Recycling/Garbage Collection Calendar and more information on the Brady Road Resource Management Facility can be found at City of Winnipeg – Water and Waste or by contacting 311, open 24 hours every day, by phone at 311 or by email at 311@winnipeg.ca.
Winnipeg Transit
On Monday, September 1, Winnipeg Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule.
For route and schedule information, visit Winnipeg Transit or contact 311, open 24 hours every day, by phone at 311 or by email at 311@winnipeg.ca.
Leisure Centres
All Leisure Centres will be closed on Monday, September 1.
Regular hours are in effect for Leisure Centres on Saturday, August 30, and Sunday, August 31 with the exception of St. James Civic Centre pool and fitness facility, which is closed from Saturday, August 30 to Monday, September 1.
For more information on all other Leisure Centres please see the Leisure Guide, visit City of Winnipeg – Leisure Centres, or contact 311, open 24 hours every day, by phone at 311 or by email at 311@winnipeg.ca.
Swimming Pools
All City of Winnipeg indoor swimming pools will be closed on Monday, September 1.
Weather permitting; the following outdoor pools will be open Monday, September 1:
Kildonan Park | Transcona Kinsmen |
Fort Garry Lions | Freight House |
For more information on City of Winnipeg swimming pools, including operating hours for outdoor pools, visit City of Winnipeg – Outdoor Pools or contact 311, open 24 hours every day, by phone at 311 or by email at 311@winnipeg.ca.
Wading Pools
Weather permitting; the following 16 wading pools will be open on Monday, September 1:
Amherst Park | McKittrick Park |
Brock Cordova Park | Machray Park |
Bronx Park Community Centre | Norquay Community Centre |
Central Park | Pascoe Park |
Dakota Park | Shaughnessy Park |
JH Bruns Park | Transcona Centennial |
John Steele Park | Vimy Ridge Park |
Keenleyside Park | Westdale |
For more information on City of Winnipeg wading pools, including operating hours, visit City of Winnipeg – Wading Pools or contact 311, open 24 hours every day, by phone at 311 or by email at 311@winnipeg.ca.
Spray Pads
Spray pads will be open on Monday, September 1 and include the following locations:
Central Park | Vimy Ridge Park |
Fort Rouge Park | Lindenwoods Community Centre |
Provencher Park | River Heights Community Centre |
River East | Transcona |
St. Norbert Community Centre | Shaughnessy Park |
Westdale | St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool |
For more information on City of Winnipeg spray pads, visit City of Winnipeg – Spray Pads or contact 311, open 24 hours every day, by phone at 311 or by email at 311@winnipeg.ca.
Libraries
All Winnipeg Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, September 1.
Effective September 2, Winnipeg Public Library’s summer hours end, and regular hours resume. For Winnipeg Public Library operating hours, visit Winnipeg Public Library – Operating Hours.
Online services, including catalogue searches, requests/renewals, databases, and eBooks are available anytime at Winnipeg Public Library.
Animal Services Agency
Hours of operation for the Animal Services Agency during the Labour Day long weekend are as follows:
Friday, August 29 | Regular hours – 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
Saturday, August 30 | Regular hours – Noon to 5:00 p.m. |
Sunday, August 31 | Regular hours – Noon to 5:00 p.m. |
Monday, September 1 | Closed |
Tuesday, September 2 | Regular hours – 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
For more information on the City of Winnipeg Animal Services Agency, including details on how to purchase or renew your dog license online and information on dogs available for adoption, visit City of Winnipeg – Animal Services.
Citizens can also contact 311, open 24 hours every day, by phone at 311 or by email at 311@winnipeg.cafor Animal Services information.
Cemeteries
Cemetery grounds at Brookside, St. Vital and Transcona Cemeteries will be open for visitation from dawn till dusk over the Labour Day long weekend including Monday, September 1.
Cemetery offices will be closed on Monday, September 1.
For more information on City cemeteries, visit City of Winnipeg – Cemeteries or contact 311, open 24 hours every day, by phone at 311 or by email at 311@winnipeg.ca.
Winnipeg Parking Authority
Hours of operation for the Winnipeg Parking Authority during the Labour Day long weekend are as follows:
Friday, August 29 | Regular hours – 8:30 a.m. o 6:00 p.m. |
Saturday, August 30 | Closed |
Sunday, August 31 | Closed (regular schedule) |
Monday, September 1 | Closed |
Tuesday, September 2 | Regular hours – 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
For more information on the Winnipeg Parking Authority, including how to pay a parking ticket online or by phone, please visit The Parking Store or contact 311, open 24 hours every day, by phone at 311 or by email at 311@winnipeg.ca.
Golf Courses
Harbour View, Crescent Drive, John Blumberg, Kildonan Park and Windsor Park Golf Courses will be open throughout the Labour Day long weekend including Monday, September 1.
Please visit City of Winnipeg – Golf Services for information on how to book a tee times and course information.
Have a safe long weekend Winnipeg!