Remembrance Day 2025 will be observed in New Brunswick on Tuesday, November 11. This day is significant, and most businesses and government offices will be closed to honor those who served in the military.
Overview of Open and Closed Services on Remembrance Day
With many establishments closed, it’s essential to understand what services remain accessible on this day. Here’s a breakdown:
Retail and Grocery Stores
- Shoppers Drug Mart locations may vary; check individual store status.
- Sobeys, Real Atlantic Superstore, and Walmart will be closed.
- All N.B. Liquor Stores will not operate.
- Regent Mall in Fredericton, McAllister Place in Saint John, and Champlain Place in Dieppe will be closed.
- The Saint John City Market will also be closed.
Government Offices and Public Services
- Service Canada will be closed.
- Service New Brunswick will not be open.
- City Halls in Saint John, Fredericton, and Moncton will be closed.
- Saint John Transit and Fredericton Transit will not operate, while Codiac Transpo in Moncton will follow a modified schedule.
- Garbage collection in Fredericton and Saint John will occur as usual, but schedules may vary in Fredericton.
Educational Institutions
- All schools will be closed for the day.
- New Brunswick College of Craft and Design in Fredericton is in studio week, meaning no classes.
- Both New Brunswick Community College and Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick will not hold classes.
- The University of New Brunswick and St. Thomas University are also on reading week with no classes scheduled.
- Mount Allison University and Université de Moncton offices and classes will be closed.
Participating in Remembrance Day Ceremonies
Several municipalities and legion branches across New Brunswick will conduct Remembrance Day ceremonies. Visit local community websites for specific details about timings and locations. It’s advisable to confirm these events before attending.
If you plan to venture out on November 11, be prepared for many closures and adjust your schedule accordingly. Remembrance Day is a time for reflection and honoring those who have served.
