Discover What’s Open and Closed in New Brunswick on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: What’s Open and Closed in New Brunswick
Recognizing a Day of Reflection in New Brunswick
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation this year falls on a Tuesday, September 30th, recognized as an important occasion in Canada. Government offices at all levels will be closed in New Brunswick, allowing communities to reflect and honor the victims and survivors of residential and day schools. While it is a statutory holiday for public employees, participation from the private sector remains optional.
Retail and Grocery Store Operations
Despite the closure of government offices, many retail chains will maintain their regular operating hours, ensuring convenience for local residents:
- Shoppers Drug Mart: Open as usual
- Walmart, Sobeys, and Atlantic Superstore: Open regular hours
- N.B. Liquor Stores: Open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Saint John City Market: Closed
- Regent Mall in Fredericton, Champlain Place in Dieppe, and McAllister Place in Saint John: All open
Government and Public Services
Several government facilities and public services will be closed in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, while transit services will operate with some modifications:
- Service Canada and other federal offices: Closed
- Service New Brunswick and public libraries: Closed
- City Halls in Saint John, Fredericton, and Moncton: Closed
- Saint John Transit and Codiac Transpo in Moncton: Regular operation hours
- Fredericton Transit: Running on a one-hour service cycle, similar to a regular Saturday
Impact on Educational Institutions and Facilities
Educational institutions will also observe the closure, with public schools and universities giving way to the important reflections of the day. Meanwhile, athletic venues in the region maintain certain operations:
- Public schools and universities: Closed
- Fredericton arenas, sports fields, and indoor pool: Open
- Nashwaaksis Field House: Closed
This day is a significant time of remembrance and reflection for the community, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and honoring the histories and experiences of Indigenous peoples. El-Balad will continue to provide updates and important developments related to the observance of this day.
