Downtown residents needing supplies or something to do on Family Day will have options — provided they are able to dig themselves out after Sunday's snowstorm.
While banks, government offices, the LCBO, Beer Stores and libraries are closed, several retail outlets and activity destinations are set to open on the holiday Monday.
Readers may want to check ahead to see how badly this weekend's accumulation of snow has impacted Family Day operations at their destination of choice.
A number of Toronto malls will open, including the Toronto Eaton Centre, which will operate under its holiday hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Some of the major grocery chains with downtown stores are also set to open, including Loblaws on Carlton Street from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Farm Boy at 11 Queens Quay E. from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Farm Boy at 777 Bay St. from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Select pharmacies as well as restaurants and cafes are typically open on the holiday.
Fun for kids
Looking for activities to take in, maybe with the kids?
The Royal Ontario Museum will be open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with a focus on fossils for the kids to study. The ROM offers free admission for kids.
Ripley’s Aquarium will be open with extended hours from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.
The Hockey Hall of Fame's doors open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with free Family Day admission for children 13 and under (children up to three enter free with one adult admission ticket) and lots of special activities.
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The Toronto Zoo will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with feedings and a meet-and-greet with the Teenage Ninja Mutant Turtles.
The Canadian International AutoShow is on at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from 10:30 a.m. until 9 p.m.
The CN Tower and Casa Loma are also set to open.
High Park Zoo and Riverdale Farm are both open for the public to check out the animals from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Get some exercise
You can even take a warm dip in the pool during free swimming and drop-in programs at several recreation centres including:
- Annette Community Recreation Centre, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Matty Eckler Recreation Centre, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Pam McConnell Aquatic Centre, 2 to 5 p.m.
- Power House Recreation Centre, noon to 3 p.m.
- Regent Park Community Centre, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- St. Lawrence Community Recreation Centre, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Outdoor ice rinks and trails will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., weather permitting.
Earl Bales Ski and Snowboard Centre will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., weather permitting. Skiers and boarders are urged to check ahead for conditions.
Looking for something a little quieter?
You can enjoy the sights and smells at Toronto’s conservatories, Allan Gardens and Centennial Park Conservatory from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Weather permitting, activities are planned for Toronto Island Park including a bird and hike tour and an orienteering workshop and scavenger hunt.
These events will also be weather permitting and you'll need the ferry service to head to Ward's Island.
