It’s sure to be a family-focused, stomach-filling stretch for many throughout Waterloo Region in the coming days, with Thanksgiving weekend on the way.
Alongside the turkey, stuffing, and more, will also come a list of closures and changes on Thanksgiving Monday that residents throughout the region will have to keep in mind.
For Shoppers:
- Most grocery chains and pharmacies will be closed Monday
- Beer Store and LCBO locations will be closed Monday
- Local malls, including Conestoga, Cambridge Centre, and Fairview Park, will be closed Monday
- St. Jacobs Outlet Mall will remain open
For Commuters:
- GO Transit will operate on its adjusted weekend schedule
- Grand River Transit (GRT) will run on its adjusted holiday schedule
- Expect traffic delays and detours in Downtown Kitchener for the Thanksgiving Day Parade
For Others:
- All banks and government offices will be closed Monday
- Local libraries and administrative offices will be closed Monday
- Most community Centres, pools, and arenas will be closed Monday
- Curbside waste collection will not be impacted, including green bin, garbage, and recycling pick-up
- Canada Post locations will be closed Monday, with no mail collection or delivery
For Families & Event-Goers:
- The K-W Oktoberfest Parade will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday
- RIM Park will open in Waterloo Monday at 4 p.m. for evening programs
- McDougall Cottage is hosting a Thanksgiving Monday event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Kitchener Market hosting its annual Fall Fair Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum open all weekend, along with Schneider Haus National Historic Site
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