As Good Friday approaches, residents of Prince Edward Island are reminded that many businesses and services will be closed or operating on reduced hours. This year, Good Friday falls on April 3.
Good Friday 2026: Open and Closed Locations in P.E.I.
Understood to be a statutory holiday, Good Friday influences the schedule of various services across the province. Here’s a comprehensive overview of what to expect this Friday.
Government Offices and Services
- All provincial government offices, including Access P.E.I. locations and public libraries, will remain closed.
- Canada Post will not operate for mail delivery or collection; all post offices will be closed.
- City halls in Charlottetown and Summerside will be shut.
- T3 Transit services will not be running.
- Island Waste Management Corporation will not collect garbage, with offices also closed.
- Regular trash collection scheduled for Friday will occur instead on Saturday, April 4.
Retail and Grocery Status
A majority of grocery stores and retailers across Prince Edward Island will also be closed, including:
- All locations of Sobeys and Foodland’s store in Charlottetown.
- Co-op stores in Morell, Wellington, Souris, and O’Leary.
- Royalty Crossing and Confederation Court malls in Charlottetown.
- County Fair Mall in Summerside and Walmart locations in both Charlottetown and Summerside.
- Atlantic Superstore branches throughout P.E.I.
Pharmacies Operating Hours
Pharmacies will have varied operating hours on Good Friday:
- Murphy’s Pharmacies have different hours; checking ahead is recommended.
- Friendly’s Pharmacy on the Charlottetown waterfront will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Lawtons in the County Fair Mall in Summerside will operate from noon to 5 p.m.
- Shoppers Drug Mart locations will maintain regular hours.
Residents planning to venture out on Good Friday should verify the hours of operation beforehand to avoid inconvenience. The schedule varies widely, so checking first will help in making plans for the holiday weekend.
