What’s open and closed in Halifax on Labour Day
Global News
Monday is Labour Day in Nova Scotia and as a result, several businesses and services will be closed or operating on reduced hours.
Monday is Labour Day in Canada and is a designated retail closing day throughout Nova Scotia.
The statutory public holiday is a day to celebrate the achievements of workers and continue to advocate for employee rights.
The day’s origin stems from the labour union movement, which advocated for eight hours for work, eight hours for recreation, and eight hours for rest.
As a result, several businesses and services will be closed or operating on reduced hours throughout the Halifax area.
All grocery stores, including Atlantic Superstore, Sobeys, and Costco, will be closed. Some pharmacies will be closed while others could have limited hours.
The Mic Mac Mall and Halifax Shopping Centre will be closed.
NSLC outlets will be closed on Monday, although private wine and beer stores may be open.
CIBC, Scotiabank, RBC, and all other banks are closed on Labour Day.
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