Here's what's open and closed in Metro Vancouver for the Queen's funeral
Monday is now a national day to mourn the longest-serving monarch in British history.
Canada’s Head of State was pronounced dead on Thursday, September 8. Queen Elizabeth II died peacefully at Balmoral Castle in Scotland.
On September 19, the day of the state funeral, a procession will bring the Queen’s coffin from the Palace of Westminster to Westminster Abbey in London.
Since the Queen’s funeral will be a federal holiday in Canada, no federal workers will be working Monday.
BC later followed the federal government’s lead and closed schools, but didn’t make the day a statutory holiday for everyone.
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Here’s a breakdown of what’s open and closed Monday:
Vancouver City Hall: Closed
Vancouver City Council has declared September 19 as a civic holiday.
So, City Hall will be closed on Monday.
A number of other municipalities city halls (like North Vancouver, Maple Ridge and Surrey) have closed for the day.
Vancouver recreation facilities: Open
The City of Vancouver says city-run recreation facilities will remain open with programming available, “as they have been deemed an essential service to their communities.”
The City adds, Park Board facilities will be open and will be adding options for families who find themselves without childcare or youth care support.
A list of the additional programs being offered for school-aged children and the hours can be found Friday at 10 am online.
Vancouver public libraries: Open
Vancouver Public Library branches will remain open and hours can be found on its site.
Canada Post: Closed
Canada Post will be closed for a day of mourning for its employees.
There will be no mail collection or delivery and post offices will be closed.
Franchise locations may be open.
Banks: Open
Banks in Canada will remain open for normal business.
In a statement, Canadian Bankers Association said it recognizes the significance of the Queen’s death and its historic relevance and banks stand with Canadians in honouring Canada’s Head of State.
Banks in 🇨🇦 will remain open for normal business on Monday, September 19, 2022. Details: https://t.co/yca4IhjWsh
Banks stand with Canadians in honouring the memory of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II and will reflect on her legacy by observing a moment of silence on that day. pic.twitter.com/YFVvR5g0bD
— Canadian Bankers Association (@CdnBankers) September 14, 2022
But Canadian banks will continue to deliver essential services Monday.
These services include open banking systems, the continuous functioning of payroll for workers, scheduled bill payments, child support, and mortgage closings.
BC Courts: Closed
All Provincial Court locations will be closed Monday.
Court appearances scheduled for September 19 are adjourned and court cases will need to be rescheduled.
TransLink: Open
TransLink services will continue to run throughout the day with regular fare fees.
Bus, SeaBus, West Coast Express, and Canada Line will operate on a standard weekday schedule.
The SkyTrain will run on standard weekday hours with reduced peak service.
HandyDART will operate with holiday-level service.
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The TransLink Customer Service Centre, Access Transit Customer Care Office and Lost Property will be closed.
ICBC: Closed
On Monday, all ICBC offices will be closed.
Essential services like reporting a claim and renewing an insurance policy will continue to be available.
Meanwhile, road test appointments will need to be rescheduled.
ICBC says it has started to rebook people who had appointments on Monday on a priority basis.
Grocery Stores: Open
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All pharmacies will be open during regular operating hours:
Malls and Entertainment: Open
Malls and attractions like Science World and Vancouver Art Gallery will be open during regular operating hours:
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