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Thanksgiving 2026 Store Hours in Canada

What's open and closed on Monday, October 12, 2026

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Thanksgiving 2026 is on Monday, October 12, 2026. That's in 15 days.
Typically closed: Canada Post, Costco, LCBO.
Many locations open with holiday hours: Shoppers Drug Mart, Starbucks, Tim Hortons.
Other stores vary by province and location. See the full list below.



Canadian Thanksgiving falls on the second Monday of October. It is a statutory holiday in most provinces, so many stores close or run shorter holiday hours. Whether a store is open depends heavily on the province and even the neighbourhood.

Is it open on Thanksgiving? Store by Store

Store Thanksgiving 2026 Details
Adidas Varies by Location Depends on the province and location. Stores in Ontario and Nova Scotia are more likely to be closed. Find a store ›
Best Buy Varies by Location Depends on the province and location. Stores in Ontario and Nova Scotia are more likely to be closed. Find a store ›
Canada Post Closed No regular mail delivery on the statutory holiday. Corporate post offices are closed; some postal outlets inside retail stores may follow the host store's hours. Find a store ›
Canadian Tire Varies by Location Depends on the province and location. Stores in Ontario and Nova Scotia are more likely to be closed. Find a store ›
Costco Closed Costco warehouses in Canada are typically closed on Thanksgiving Monday. Find a store ›
Dollarama Varies by Location Depends on the province and location. Stores in Ontario and Nova Scotia are more likely to be closed. Find a store ›
Home Depot Varies by Location Depends on the province and location. Stores in Ontario and Nova Scotia are more likely to be closed. Find a store ›
LCBO Closed LCBO stores are closed on Thanksgiving Monday. Find a store ›
No Frills Varies by Location Many locations close, especially in Ontario. Some stores in other provinces may open with holiday hours. Find a store ›
Nike Varies by Location Depends on the province and location. Stores in Ontario and Nova Scotia are more likely to be closed. Find a store ›
Shoppers Drug Mart Open - Holiday Hours Many locations open with holiday hours, as pharmacies are exempt from most holiday closing rules. Hours differ by store. Find a store ›
Sobeys Varies by Location Closed in many areas, including Nova Scotia; some locations in other provinces open with holiday hours. Find a store ›
Staples Varies by Location Depends on the province and location. Stores in Ontario and Nova Scotia are more likely to be closed. Find a store ›
Starbucks Open - Holiday Hours Many cafés open, often with shorter hours. Check your local store. Find a store ›
Tim Hortons Open - Holiday Hours Many restaurants open, often with shorter hours. Check your local restaurant. Find a store ›
Walmart Varies by Location Some stores open with holiday hours (for example in parts of Ontario where allowed), while others close (for example in Nova Scotia). Find a store ›
Status shows the typical pattern for each chain. Individual stores may differ. Last reviewed: September 27, 2026.



Thanksgiving Store Rules by Province

Ontario: Thanksgiving is a retail holiday, so most large retailers and shopping malls must close. Exceptions include pharmacies, small convenience stores, and stores in designated tourist areas, which may open with holiday hours. LCBO and The Beer Store are closed.

Nova Scotia: most large retailers, grocery stores and malls are typically closed on Thanksgiving Monday, and NSLC stores are closed.

Other provinces: many retailers open with shorter holiday hours, but this varies by store and city. Always check your local store before you go.

Thanksgiving Sunday is not a holiday, so most stores keep regular Sunday hours, although some may close earlier than usual.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Thanksgiving 2026 in Canada?

Thanksgiving 2026 in Canada falls on Monday, October 12, 2026.

Is Costco open on Thanksgiving in Canada?

Costco warehouses in Canada are typically closed on Thanksgiving Monday. They reopen with regular hours the next day.

Is the LCBO open on Thanksgiving?

No. LCBO stores are closed on Thanksgiving Monday. Some grocery stores that sell beer and wine may be open.

Does Canada Post deliver mail on Thanksgiving?

No. Thanksgiving is a statutory holiday, so there is no regular mail delivery and corporate post offices are closed.

Is Walmart open on Thanksgiving in Canada?

It depends on the province. Some Walmart stores open with holiday hours where provincial rules allow it, while others, such as those in Nova Scotia, are typically closed.

Are stores open on Thanksgiving Sunday?

Yes. The Sunday before Thanksgiving is not a holiday, so most stores keep their regular Sunday hours, though some may close early.

Other Upcoming Holidays in Canada

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