Civic Holiday Status in Ottawa Valley: Open and Closed Overview
Grocery, Pharmacy, and Liquor Store Hours for Civic Holiday in Ontario
On August 4, 2025, the Civic Holiday in Ontario is an optional holiday, so operating hours vary by business and location.
For grocery stores in Carleton Place, Smiths Falls, Renfrew, Perth, Almonte, Arnprior, and Kemptville, most will be open but likely with reduced or holiday hours. It is recommended to check specific local store hours directly as they vary.
Some notable grocery stores opening on August 4 include: - Jonsson's Your Independent Grocer in Smiths Falls and Almonte are open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., respectively. - Walmart Supercentre in Smiths Falls, Carleton Place, and Renfrew are open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., respectively. - Fresco in Carleton Place is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Anderson's Independent Grocer in Carleton Place is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Barnabe's Your Independent Grocer in Perth is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Jonsson's Independent Grocer Kemptville at Kemptville Mall is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Pharmacies like Shoppers Drug Mart and Rexall may have some locations open on the holiday but usually operate on limited hours, so calling ahead is advised.
Beer and liquor store hours differ: LCBO stores will be closed, while select Beer Store locations may open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. However, exact store availability should be confirmed locally, as this information mainly refers to Toronto and may vary in other towns.
Notable Beer Store locations opening on August 4 include: - The Beer Store in Smiths Falls is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. - The Beer Store in Renfrew is closed on Aug. 4. - Beer Store Kemptville at 330 Colonnade Dr. is closed on Aug. 4.
Select LCBO stores opening on August 4 include: - LCBO Highway 417 and Daniel at 45 Winner's Circle Dr. - LCBO Highway 416 and Highway 43 at 324 Colonnade Dr. E - LCBO McNeely and Highway 7 in Carleton Place are open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Aug. 4.
Shoppers Drug Mart and Rexall locations opening on August 4 include: - Shoppers Drug Mart in Smiths Falls is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. - Shoppers Drug Mart in Carleton Place is open from 8 a.m. to noon. - Rexall Baskin Avenue at 22 Baskin Dr. E in Arnprior is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Shoppers Drug Mart Perth is open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. - Shoppers Drug Mart Kemptville at 2727 County Rd. 43 is open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Metro stores opening on August 4 include: - Metro in Carleton Place is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Metro in Perth is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Metro in Renfrew is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Government offices, banks, and libraries will be closed on the Civic Holiday. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it is recommended to check the specific hours of your local businesses.
- During the Civic Holiday in Ontario on August 4, 2025, entertainment options may be limited as most businesses, including grocery stores, will likely have reduced or holiday hours.
- In the retail industry, some stores like Walmart and Shoppers Drug Mart will be open, but clients should check specific local hours directly as they may vary.
- For sports enthusiasts, it's crucial to note that LCBO stores will be closed, while select Beer Store locations may open for limited hours.
- As for politics and finance, it is important to note that government offices, banks, and libraries will be closed on the Civic Holiday. Therefore, keeping up with the latest news or financial transactions might be challenging that day.
