Canada Day 2026: What’s Open and Closed in Toronto

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A detailed guide to services, shopping, and attractions in Toronto on Canada Day 2026, including which businesses will be closed or operating on reduced hours.

Canada Day has returned once again, marking a national statutory holiday that affects many facets of daily life across the country. In Toronto, residents and visitors alike are encouraged to plan their celebrations appropriately, as a variety of businesses and services will be closed or operating on modified schedules on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
On this holiday, numerous entities will not be open for public service. Among those closing their doors are all banks, government offices, and libraries, alongside the LCBO and most major grocery stores. Shopping destinations such as CF Fairview Mall, CF Sherway Gardens, CF Shops at Don Mills, Bayview Village, Dufferin Mall, Scarborough Town Centre, and Yorkdale Shopping Centre will also remain closed for the day.
Despite the closures, there are still several options available for those looking to engage in shopping or enjoy local attractions. Public transit will be operational, with GO Transit running on a Saturday schedule and the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) following a Sunday schedule that begins earlier at 6 a.m.
For those seeking retail opportunities, several malls will be open to the public, including CF Markville, which will operate from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and CF Toronto Eaton Centre, which will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific Mall will have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., while Promenade Mall and Square One will both be accessible from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Toronto Premium Outlets will open their doors from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Grocery shopping is also possible on Canada Day, with select locations remaining open. Farm Boy on Bay Street will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and its other locations at Queens Quay West and St. Clair Avenue East will have varying hours. Loblaws at 60 Carlton Street will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., while Pusateri’s Fine Foods and Rabba Fine Foods will also welcome customers, with the latter being open 24 hours.
Several attractions across Toronto will be open to celebrate Canada Day. The Aga Khan Museum and Art Gallery of Ontario will welcome visitors during the day, alongside the Bata Shoe Museum and Canada's Wonderland, which will operate from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Other sites such as the CN Tower, Gardiner Museum, and Toronto Zoo will also have their doors open, providing opportunities for entertainment and exploration.
Overall, while many traditional services will be unavailable, Toronto offers a variety of shopping and recreational activities for those looking to celebrate Canada Day. Residents should take note of the altered hours and plan their activities accordingly to make the most of this national holiday.

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