Victoria Day marks the unofficial kickoff to the summer season. Before you head out to run errands or grab supplies for your long weekend barbecue, you need to know what is open and closed around Saint John and the rest of New Brunswick this Monday.

According to CBC News, most major retail locations and government services shut their doors for the holiday. Here is a breakdown of how the holiday impacts local services.

Retail and Grocery Stores

You will need to buy your groceries and drinks before Monday. Major grocery chains including Sobeys, Atlantic Superstore, and Walmart close for the holiday. N.B. Liquor and Cannabis N.B. locations also close for the day.

If you want to do some shopping, you will have to wait. McAllister Place in Saint John, Regent Mall in Fredericton, and CF Champlain in Dieppe close their doors. The Saint John City Market also closes.

If you need pharmacy essentials, most Shoppers Drug Mart locations remain open. Check your local store for specific holiday hours.

Government Offices and Public Transit

City halls and administrative offices in Saint John, Moncton, and Fredericton close for the holiday.

Getting around town requires alternate plans. Saint John Transit, Codiac Transpo, and Fredericton Transit do not run on Victoria Day.

Provincial and federal services take a pause. Service New Brunswick and Service Canada locations close. All public libraries, public schools, and university campuses including UNB, St. Thomas, Mount Allison, and NBCC close for the day.

If Monday is your regular garbage day, put your bins out as usual. Most garbage collection schedules remain unaffected by the holiday.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Saint John City Market open on Victoria Day?
No, the Saint John City Market closes on Victoria Day.

Will garbage collection happen on Monday?
Yes, most garbage collection schedules continue without interruption.

Are grocery stores open on Victoria Day in New Brunswick?
No, major grocery stores like Sobeys, Atlantic Superstore, and Walmart close for the holiday.

Does Saint John Transit run on Victoria Day?
No, Saint John Transit does not operate on the holiday.