On January 1, here is the status of openings and closures in the Halifax area:
**Groceries:**
– Walmart, Sobeys, Atlantic Superstore, and Costco will be closed on New Year’s Day and resume operations on January 2.
– Shoppers Drug Mart will have varied hours at different locations. Visit their website for specific details.
– Gateway Meat Market will be closed on January 1 and reopen on January 2.
– Some smaller independently owned grocery stores may be open on January 1; it is advisable to call ahead.
**Beer, Wine, and Spirits:**
– NSLC locations will be closed on January 1 and reopen on January 2. Some agency stores may be open.
– The Moosehead Cold Beer Store in Dartmouth will operate from noon to 8 p.m. on January 1.
– Bishop’s Cellar and WestSide in Halifax will be closed on January 1 and reopen on January 2.
– Harvest Wines in Dartmouth will be closed on January 1 and resume operations on January 2.
**Libraries:**
– All Halifax Public Libraries locations will be closed on January 1 and reopen on January 2.
**Transit:**
– Halifax Transit will run on holiday hours on January 1.
– Ferries will not be in service on January 1.
**Municipal Recreation Facilities:**
– Many HRM recreation facilities will have irregular schedules until January 2.
– The Emera Oval at the Halifax Common will host New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day skates.
**Waste Collection:**
– Garbage, organics, and recyclables will not be collected in HRM on January 1. The next collection for this day will be on Saturday, January 3.
– The Otter Lake Waste Management Facility will be closed on January 1.
**Canada Post:**
– There will be no mail collection or delivery on New Year’s Day.
**Banks:**
– All banks will be closed on New Year’s Day.
**Parking:**
– On-street parking in HRM will be free on January 1, but drivers must adhere to other posted regulations.
**311 Contact Center:**
– The 311 contact center will be closed on January 1. Urgent calls can still be made, and regular hours will resume on January 2. For assistance, residents can call 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca.