What’s open, what’s closed, what’s up in Winnipeg on Louis Riel Day

This Monday honours the legacy of Louis Riel, who led the Red River Resistance and has been recognized as Manitoba’s first premier.

The Free Press is not publishing a print or e-edition on Feb. 16, but readers can visit our website for the latest news and information.

Here’s a roundup of hours of business for services and things to do on Louis Riel Day.

SPECIAL EVENTS

From jigging to live music and even fur displays, The Forks is hosting various events to celebrate Louis Riel Day. Check out their website for more information.

GOVERNMENT SERVICES

Civic and provincial offices are closed. Federal offices are open.

Mail delivery will proceed as usual on Louis Riel Day. Canada Post offices are closed, but post offices operated by the private sector will be open according to the hours of service of the host business.

All city cemetery grounds are open. The administration office at Brookside Cemetery will be closed.

Winnipeg Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule on Feb. 16.  Plan your specific route and see service alerts on the Winnipeg Transit site.

RECYCLING AND TRASH

Recycling and garbage will be collected as usual.

The Brady Road landfill is open.

The 4R Winnipeg depots at the Brady landfill, Pacific, and Panet will be closed.

RECREATION AND LEISURE

Winnipeg Public Library branches will be closed. (Find your great next read in our Books section.)

Arenas will be closed.

Leisure centres will be closed, except Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex Pool, open from 2-6 p.m.

City of Winnipeg swimming pools will be closed except for Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex Pool from 2-6 p.m and the Pan Am Pool from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Major movie theatres will be open. (Not sure what to see? Find news and reviews in our Movies section.)

The Assiniboine Park Zoo and The Leaf will be will be open.  See what’s on.

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights will be closed. See current exhibits and events.

The Manitoba Children’s Museum will be open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  Check out their featured events.

The Manitoba Museum will be open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Upcoming events at the museum and planetarium.

The Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Upcoming events.

The Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq will be open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Current exhibitions.

FortWhyte Alive is open every day of the year except Christmas Day.  Calendar of events.

SHOPPING

Most larger chain grocery stores are open regular hours, but you might want to call ahead to check the hours at your preferred shop.

CF Polo Park, Garden City Shopping Centre, Kildonan Place, Outlet Collection Winnipeg, St. Vital Centre, will be open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Grant Park Shopping Centre will be open 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Portage Place will be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Forks Market will be open.

Most Liquor Mart stores in Winnipeg will be open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., except for the True North Square location, which will be closed. Check hours at your preferred store.

Beer vendors and private wine stores set their own hours for holidays, so call ahead.

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