Remembrance Day takes place on Wednesday this year. If you’re wondering what’s open and closed in Winnipeg on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, here’s a look at holiday hours for shopping malls, grocery stores, major retailers, Winnipeg Transit, libraries and City of Winnipeg services.
Under Manitoba’s Remembrance Day Act, most retail businesses are prohibited from operating between 9:00am and 1:00pm on Remembrance Day. Most stores and shopping centres will reopen at 1:00pm, although closing times vary.
The prohibition does not apply to a retail business if the only goods or services sold between 9:00am and 1:00pm are:
- Goods or services in the form of or in connection with living accommodation or prepared meals, where the sale of those goods or services is the person’s principal business;
- Professional health services;
- Veterinary services;
- Drugs, medicines, surgical appliances or infant formula;
- Gasoline, motor oil or related products; or
- Parts and services for emergency vehicle repairs.
In summary, most retail stores in Winnipeg will open at 1:00pm on Wednesday, November 11.
Shopping Malls
| Outlet Collection Winnipeg | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – 9:00pm |
| CF Polo Park Shopping Centre | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – 9:00pm |
| St. Vital Shopping Centre | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – 9:00pm |
| Kildonan Place | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – 8:00pm |
| Grant Park Shopping Centre | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – 6:00pm |
| Garden City Shopping Centre | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – 9:00pm |
Grocery Stores & Retailers
Most major grocery stores and retailers will reopen at 1:00pm on Remembrance Day. Individual store hours may vary.
| Costco | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – 8:30pm |
| Manitoba Liquor Marts | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – Regular Closing Hours (varies by location) |
| Walmart | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – 10:00pm |
| Real Canadian Superstore | Wednesday, November 11: Opens at 1:00pm. Closing hours vary by location. |
| Safeway / Sobeys | Wednesday, November 11: Opens at 1:00pm. Closing hours vary by location. |
| Home Depot | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – 9:00pm |
| RONA | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – 9:00pm |
| IKEA | Wednesday, November 11: 1:00pm – 8:00pm |
All City of Winnipeg civic offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11.
Recycling, Garbage, and Yard Waste Collection
Recycling, garbage and yard waste will not be collected on Remembrance Day.
If your collection day falls on or after the holiday, put your carts and yard waste out one day later than usual for that week only.
Find your collection day at winnipeg.ca/collectionday, download the Recyclepedia app, or contact 311.
Brady Road Resource Management Facility (Brady Road Landfill) hours of operation (commercial customers only):
| Date | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, November 11 | Closed |
Brady 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only):
| Date | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, November 11 | Closed |
Pacific 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only):
| Date | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, November 11 | Closed |
Panet 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only):
| Date | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, November 11 | Closed |
Winnipeg Transit
On Wednesday, November 11, Winnipeg Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule.
To honour the men and women who have sacrificed for our country, Winnipeg Transit (including Transit Plus) will offer free transit service to armed forces veterans, current serving personnel, including cadets and reservists, and one companion on Remembrance Day.
Those who wish to use this free service may do so by wearing a military uniform or presenting military identification or a CF1 card when boarding. When displaying one of the above, the individual should also identify their companion to the operator.
Winnipeg Transit will also observe a moment of silence in honour of Remembrance Day. At 11:00am, transit operators will pull over and stop their buses at safe locations to recognize one minute of silence.
Libraries
All Winnipeg Public Libraries will be closed on Wednesday, November 11.
For more information on branch locations and hours, see: Library Locations and Hours.
Online services, including downloadable eBooks, catalogue searching, and holds and renewals, are available anytime at Winnipeg Public Libraries.
Recreation & Leisure
Indoor Pools and Fitness & Leisure Centres
Select facilities will have reduced public hours on Wednesday, November 11. All other indoor recreation facilities will be closed on Wednesday, November 11.
- Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex – Open 2:00pm – 6:00pm
- Margaret Grant Pool – Open 1:00pm – 5:00pm
- Pan Am Pool – Open 1:00pm – 5:00pm
For more information, visit Recreation & Leisure.
Animal Services
The Animal Services Agency will be closed on Wednesday, November 11.
For more information, including how to purchase or renew your pet licence online and to view dogs available for adoption, visit Animal Services.
Cemeteries
Brookside, Transcona and St. Vital cemeteries will remain open from 8:00am to 4:30pm. However, the Administration Office at Brookside Cemetery will be closed on Wednesday, November 11.
For more information, visit Cemeteries.
