Stores and businesses closed on Truth and Reconciliation Day vary by region since it is a federal statutory holiday but not always a provincial statutory holiday. Common closures include government offices, banks, and some liquor stores. Retail stores, grocery stores, and malls often remain open but may have reduced hours or choose to close voluntarily. Here are some specifics:

• In Nova Scotia, NSLC liquor stores are closed, Halifax public libraries and municipally operated recreation facilities are closed, but grocery stores and most retail stores remain open, with malls operating under reduced hours.

• In Ottawa, banks and federal government offices including Service Canada and Canada Post offices are closed. Malls, grocery stores, and retail stores are generally open. Some city government services and cultural facilities are closed.

• In New Brunswick, government offices and public libraries are closed, and some city halls, but major grocery stores like Walmart and Sobeys remain open. Some malls remain open.

• In Toronto, banks and federal government offices are closed. Most grocery stores and malls are open. LCBO stores open at noon on the holiday. Public cultural attractions may have varied status.

• In Newfoundland, government offices and services mostly observe the holiday, but retail businesses decide on their own. Corporate liquor stores are typically closed.

In summary, the main categories of stores closed on Truth and Reconciliation Day across Canada generally include:

• Banks
• Liquor stores operated by government (like NSLC, LCBO, NLC)
• Federal and provincial government offices and service centers (Service Canada, Service Ontario)
• Some public libraries
• Some cultural and municipal facilities

Retail stores, grocery stores, malls, and private liquor outlets usually remain open though hours may be limited or adjusted. Many transit services operate on regular or holiday schedules. This reflects a general pattern but may differ in specific regions or cities, so checking local information is recommended for exact closures.