Terry Fox Day will take place on Monday, August 3, 2020. This weekend is also often referred to as August Long Weekend and the second last long weekend of the summer.
Since it isn’t a statutory holiday, most places will remain open. Grocery stores will maintain regular hours and malls will use Sunday hours.
Information About Terry Fox Day:
Civic Holiday (Terry Fox Day in Manitoba) is the most widely used name for a public holiday celebrated in parts of Canada on the first Monday in August, though it is only officially known by that term in Nunavut, the Northwest Territories, and Prince Edward Island. It is a statutory holiday in Nunavut, the Northwest Territories, and Prince Edward Island, but not in Manitoba.
U.S. Border
The August Long Weekend is often a popular time for Winnipeggers to drive down south to the United States. Due to COVID-19, the US/Canada Borders are still closed to non-essential travel, so you’ll have to make other plans.
Shopping/Grocery Stores/Leisure
| Outlet Collection Winnipeg | Monday, August 3: 11:00am – 6:00pm |
| CF Polo Park | Monday, August 3: 11:00am – 6:00pm |
| St. Vital Shopping Centre | Monday, August 3: 11:00am – 6:00pm |
| Kildonan Place | Monday, August 3: 11:00am – 6:00pm |
| Grant Park Shopping Centre | Monday, August 3: 12:00pm – 5:00pm |
| Garden City Shopping Centre | Monday, August 3: 11:00am – 6:00pm |
| Manitoba Liquor Marts (Most Locations) | Monday, August 3: 11:00am – 6:00pm |
| Winnipeg Casinos | Monday, August 3: Open Regular Hours |
| Superstore | Monday, August 3: 9:00am – 7:00pm |
| Shoppers Drug Mart (Most Locations) | Monday, August 3: 8:00am – 10:00pm |
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, August 1 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Sunday, August 2 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Monday, August 3 | 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Brady 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only) | |
| Saturday, August 1 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Sunday, August 2 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Monday, August 3 | 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Pacific 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only) | |
| Saturday, August 1 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Sunday, August 2 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Monday, August 3 | Closed |
| Panet 4R Winnipeg Depot hours of operation (residential customers only) | |
| Saturday, August 1 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Sunday, August 2 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Monday, August 3 | Closed |
Winnipeg Transit
On Monday, August 3, Winnipeg Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule.
Pools & spray pads
Spray pads, outdoor pools, and select wading pools will be open on Monday, August 3. Splash 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.
Residents are reminded that social distancing is required, and individuals must maintain a distance of at least two metres from each other. Residents are asked to self-assess for COVID-19 symptoms before attending and not use the spray pads if exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19.
Libraries
All Winnipeg Public Libraries are closed on Monday, August 3. Online services, including downloadable eBooks, catalogue searching, and holds/renewals, are available anytime at City of Winnipeg – Winnipeg Public Libraries.
Animal Services Agency
Animal Services will be closed to members of the public on Monday, August 3. For more information on the Animal Services Agency, 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, August 3. Residents are reminded to practice social distancing when visiting the grounds.
