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<\/p>\nAcross Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton, Halton, Durham and Niagara, closures and reduced hours are expected as Easter Sunday (April 5, 2026) approaches.<\/p>\n
Easter Sunday\u2014also known as Pascha or Resurrection Sunday is one of the most important days in the Christian calendar, marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n
While some businesses will remain open\u2014especially in tourist-heavy areas\u2014many services, stores and government offices across southern Ontario will be closed or operating on holiday schedules.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s what to expect on Easter Sunday across the region:<\/p>\n
Mississauga<\/p>\n
Most major shopping centres\u2014including Square One, Erin Mills Town Centre and Dixie Outlet Mall\u2014will be closed on Easter Sunday.<\/p>\n
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Large grocery stores such as Costco will also be closed, along with government offices, banks, libraries, Canada Post and all LCBO and Beer Store locations.<\/p>\n
Transit (MiWay) will run on a Sunday\/holiday schedule.<\/p>\n
Some restaurants, cafes, pharmacies and smaller grocery stores may remain open, along with parks and trails.<\/p>\n
Toronto<\/p>\n
Many major malls\u2014including Yorkdale, Sherway Gardens and Dufferin Mall\u2014will be closed on Easter Sunday.<\/p>\n
Most grocery stores, government offices, libraries, banks, LCBO and Beer Store locations will also be closed.<\/p>\n
The TTC will operate on a holiday schedule.<\/p>\n
However, some attractions\u2014including the Eaton Centre, CN Tower, Ripley\u2019s Aquarium and select grocery stores\u2014are expected to remain open, along with restaurants and pharmacies.<\/p>\n
Brampton<\/p>\n
Major retail locations like Bramalea City Centre and Shoppers World will be closed.<\/p>\n
Most grocery stores, government services, libraries and banks will not operate, and LCBO and Beer Store locations will be shut.<\/p>\n
Brampton Transit will run on a Sunday\/holiday schedule.<\/p>\n
Select restaurants, pharmacies and smaller grocery stores may be open, along with parks and trails.<\/p>\n
Halton Region (Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Halton Hills)<\/p>\n
Major malls\u2014including Mapleview Centre, Burlington Centre and Oakville Place\u2014will be closed.<\/p>\n
Most grocery stores, LCBO and Beer Store locations, libraries and government services will not operate.<\/p>\n
Transit services vary by municipality but generally follow holiday schedules.<\/p>\n
Outdoor attractions like Conservation Halton parks and some restaurants and pharmacies are expected to remain open.<\/p>\n
Hamilton<\/p>\n
CF Lime Ridge and most major retail stores will be closed on Easter Sunday, along with grocery stores, government offices, libraries and Canada Post.<\/p>\n
LCBO and Beer Store locations will also be closed.<\/p>\n
HSR transit will operate on a Sunday schedule.<\/p>\n
Some entertainment venues, restaurants, pharmacies and convenience stores will remain open.<\/p>\n
Durham Region (Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, Pickering, Clarington)<\/p>\n
Major malls like Oshawa Centre and Pickering Town Centre will be closed.<\/p>\n
Most grocery stores, banks, libraries and government offices will not operate.<\/p>\n
LCBO and Beer Store locations will be closed.<\/p>\n
Transit will run on a holiday schedule, while some restaurants, pharmacies and convenience stores may remain open.<\/p>\n
Niagara Region<\/p>\n
While tourist areas like Niagara Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake will see many attractions and restaurants open, most malls, grocery stores, government offices and libraries will be closed.<\/p>\n
LCBO, Beer Store locations and Canada Post will also be shut.<\/p>\n
Tourist attractions\u2014including Clifton Hill experiences\u2014are expected to remain open, drawing visitors despite the holiday.<\/p>\n
The bottom line<\/p>\n
Easter Sunday will bring widespread closures across southern Ontario, particularly for retail, government services and liquor sales.<\/p>\n
That said, restaurants, tourist attractions and smaller businesses are expected to stay open in many areas\u2014but it\u2019s always best to call ahead before heading out.<\/p>\n
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