On January 1 in the Halifax area, here is a rundown of what will be open and closed:
**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 varying hours at different locations; refer to their website for details.
– Gateway Meat Market will reopen on January 2.
– Some smaller independently owned grocery stores may be open on January 1, but it’s advisable to confirm by calling ahead.
**Beer, Wine, and Spirits:**
– NSLC locations will be closed on January 1 and reopen on January 2, while some agency stores might remain 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 as well as Harvest Wines in Dartmouth will reopen on January 2.
**Libraries:**
– All Halifax Public Libraries locations will resume services on January 2.
**Transit:**
– Halifax Transit will follow holiday schedules on January 1.
– Ferries will not run 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 skating events.
**Waste Collection:**
– There will be no garbage, organics, or recyclables collected in HRM on January 1. The next collection for this date is scheduled for Saturday, January 3.
– The Otter Lake Waste Management Facility will be closed on January 1.
**Canada Post:**
– Mail collection and delivery will not take place 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 signage.
**311:**
– The 311 contact center will be closed on January 1. Urgent calls can still be made, and regular operations will resume on January 2. Residents can contact 311 by phone or email at contactus@311.halifax.ca.