Truth and Reconciliation Day in Montreal: Here's what you need to know

Monday marks the fourth Truth and Reconciliation Day in Canada, a day officially designated by the federal government to honour the victims and survivors of Canada's residential school system.

Events are happening across the country, with many wearing orange t-shirts in a show of solidarity with Indigenous Peoples. 

The Native Women's Shelter of Montreal and Resilience Montreal are organizing the Every Child Matters Walk. The march begins at 1 p.m. as people commemorate the day. The walk begins at the George-Étienne Cartier Monument in Mount Royal Park.

Quebec does not officially recognize the day, held annually on Sept. 30, meaning provincial services and most businesses will operate on a normal schedule. However, federal services and some amenities will be closed for the day.

Here is a non-exhaustive list of what's open and closed.

OPEN

• Grocery stores
• Pharmacies
• Most restaurants
• Schools, universities and CEGEPs
• Stores and malls
• Public transit
• Alcohol retailers (SAQs)
• Cannabis retailers (SQDCs)
• Auto insurance board (SAAQ)
• Community centres, sporting facilities
• Museums

 

CLOSED

• Banks
• Canada Post offices
• Canada Service offices
• Passport offices
• Workplaces regulated by the federal government

Important note: Private businesses have the option of closing on Saturday, so it's best to call ahead.