What’s open, what’s closed, what’s up in Winnipeg on Orange Shirt Day

September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, which commemorates the history and legacy of residential schools in Manitoba and acknowledges the harm caused to Indigenous people, including intergenerational trauma.

The day has also been commonly referred to as Orange Shirt Day, in memory of Phyllis Webstad, whose new orange shirt was taken away when she arrived at a residential school in 1973.

The Free Press is not publishing a print or e-edition on Sept. 30, but readers can visit our website for the latest news and information.

Here’s a round-up of hours of business for services and things to do on on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

SPECIAL EVENTS

For the fifth year, the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund will commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with A Day to Listen. The fund has partnered with major radio stations across Canada, and listeners can tune in between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. for a special program featuring various guest hosts.

The Manitoba Museum has all-day programming focused on the history of Indian Residential Schools and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Calls to Action. Admission to the Museum Galleries, Science Gallery, and Planetarium is complimentary.

The Manitoba Children’s Museum will feature special programming on the legacy of residential schools from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free and visitors are encouraged to wear orange shirts.

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights invites visitors to share reconcili-action stories by embellishing a 4×4 felt square to indicate how they will advance reconciliation.

Multiple events are taking place at the Forks National Historic Site, including a Healing Walk, organized by the Southern Chiefs’ Organization. A full list of events can be found on The Forks’ website.

The Free Press Book Club welcomes Winnipeg Swampy Cree author David A. Robertson to the virtual meeting on Tuesday at 7 p.m. to read from and discuss his new work of non-fiction 52 Ways to Reconcile: How to Walk with Indigenous Peoples on the Path to Healing.

GOVERNMENT SERVICES

Civic, provincial and federal offices are closed.

There is no mail delivery on Tuesday. Canada Post offices are closed and postal workers are on strike. 

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

Winnipeg Transit will operate on a Sunday schedule on Sept. 30.  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 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

The 4R Winnipeg depot at the Brady landfill is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., but the Panet and Pacific 4R depots are closed.

RECREATION AND LEISURE

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

All leisure centres are closed Tuesday except the Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex and Pan Am Pool.

City of Winnipeg swimming pools are closed except the Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex, Margaret Grant Pool and Pan Am Pool.

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 are open.  See what’s on.

The Canadian Museum for Human Rights will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and admission is free. See current exhibits and events.

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

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

The Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada will be open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free to Indigenous peoples. Upcoming events.

The Winnipeg Art Gallery-Qaumajuq will be closed.  Current exhibitions.

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

The Crescent Drive, Kildonan Park, and Windsor Park golf courses will remain open, weather permitting.

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 and 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’s website indicates it is 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 Tuesday. 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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