School is back for the kids, and it’s the last long weekend of one of the most interesting summers of all our lives… let’s make it a good one!
Here’s a list of what’s open and what’s closed for the September long weekend.
SPOILER ALERT: Almost everything will be closed.
Labour Day is an annual holiday to celebrate the achievements of workers. Labour Day has its origins in the labour union movement, specifically the eight-hour day movement, which advocated eight hours for work, eight hours for recreation, and eight hours for rest. In Canada and the United States, it is celebrated on the first Monday of September and considered the official end of the summer holiday for most of the respective countries, as public school and university students return to school that week or the following week.
| Shopping/Grocery Stores/Leisure | |
|---|---|
| Outlet Collection Winnipeg | Monday, September 7: Closed |
| CF Polo Park | Monday, September 7: Closed |
| St. Vital Shopping Centre | Monday, September 7: Closed |
| Kildonan Place | Monday, September 7: Closed |
| Grant Park Shopping Centre | Monday, September 7: Closed |
| Garden City Shopping Centre | Monday, September 7: Closed |
| Portage Place | Monday, September 7: Closed |
| Manitoba Liquor Marts | Monday, September 7: Closed |
| Winnipeg Casinos | Monday, September 7: Open (Check website for hours) |
| Walmart | Monday, September 7: Closed |
| Superstore | Monday, September 7: Closed |
| Costco | Monday, September 7: Closed |
All civic offices are closed
Recycling/garbage collection
Recycling, garbage, and yard waste will be collected as normally scheduled for those with Monday as their collection day.
| Brady Road Resource Management Facility (Brady Road Landfill) hours of operation (commercial customers only) | |
|---|---|
| Saturday, September 5 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Sunday, September 6 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Monday, September 7 | 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Brady 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only) | |
| Saturday, September 5 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Sunday, September 6 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Monday, September 7 | 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Pacific 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only) | |
| Saturday, September 5 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Sunday, September 6 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Monday, September 7 | Closed |
| Panet 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only) | |
| Saturday, September 5 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Sunday, September 6 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Monday, September 7 | Closed |
Winnipeg Transit
On Monday, September 7, Winnipeg Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule.
Recreation & Leisure
The City’s recreation and leisure facilities, including indoor pools and fitness amenities, will be closed on Monday, September 7.
Outdoor pools
Spray pads, select outdoor pools, and select wading pools will be open on Monday, September 7. Spray pads operate from 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., outdoor pools operate from noon to 7 p.m., and wading pools operate from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. – weather permitting. For more information, including locations, see: City of Winnipeg – Pools & spray pads or contact 311.
Residents are encouraged to book swim blocks at outdoor pools in advance prior to arriving at the facility. Walk-ups are permitted, however may be turned away if the pool is at capacity. Pool capacities are limited to ensure social distancing guidelines are maintained and following provincial guidelines. Registering at wading pools is no longer required. Wading pool admissions are now same day, first-come/first-served.
Prior to visiting outdoor pools, residents can reserve an available swim block online or by contacting 311. Video tutorials are available on how to create a leisureONLINE account and how to register for an activity.
Libraries
All Winnipeg Public Libraries are closed on Monday, September 7. Online services, including downloadable eBooks, catalogue searching, and holds/renewals, are available anytime at City of Winnipeg – Winnipeg Public Libraries.
Animal Services Agency
The Animal Services Agency will be closed to members of the public on Monday, September 7. For more information, including how to purchase or renew your pet license online and to view dogs available for adoption, visit City of Winnipeg – Animal Services.
Cemeteries
Cemetery grounds at Brookside, St. Vital, and Transcona cemeteries will be open for visitation from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday, September 7. Residents are reminded to practice social distancing when visiting the grounds.
