With the holidays now fully immersed, shoppers across Ontario are being reminded of the store hours for various grocery and liquor outlets during Christmas and Boxing Day.
On December 25, Christmas Day, many key grocery stores will be closed, with certain locations opening their doors only on December 26 for Boxing Day with modified hours. No Frills outlets will be shuttered on Christmas but will operate from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Boxing Day with select locations available to serve customers. To find specific open stores, residents can check NoFrills.ca.
Similarly, Metro grocers will have their doors closed on Christmas Day and will resume operations on December 26 but only from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. For more detailed information on location-specific hours, customers are directed to Metro.ca.
FreshCo customers should take note as well: the grocery chain will not be open on Christmas Day but will welcome shoppers back on Boxing Day with hours differing by location. For precise hours, shoppers can reference FreshCo.com.
Farm Boy stores will also close for Christmas on December 25 but will operate with adjusted hours on Boxing Day. Prospective customers should visit FarmBoy.ca for specific location details.
Costco, another major retail chain, follows suit with closures on Christmas Day but will resume services with modified hours on December 26. Those wanting to check Costco's holiday compliance can look at their listing on the official site.
Shoppers seeking festive spirits should plan accordingly, as LCBO stores will close on both Christmas Day and Boxing Day, with December 24 marking the last shopping day for liquor before the holidays. More information on store hours can be found on LCBO.com. Likewise, The Beer Store will close its locations on these same days, meaning beer enthusiasts should stock up on December 24 before the holiday shutdown.
For those still wanting to purchase wine, certain Wine Rack locations will remain open throughout both Christmas and Boxing Day, providing limited access to holiday drinks! To know more about the Wine Rack’s operations, customers can visit WineRack.com.
Meanwhile, Walmart across Ontario confirms its stores will be closed for Christmas Day, emphasizing compliance with the statutory holiday standards and offering users alternative shopping days at their discretion. Select Walmart outlets will re-open on New Year’s Day, allowing for additional shopping opportunities starting January 1, 2025.
Overall, as Christmas approaches and Boxing Day follows, consumers are urged to plan their shopping trips accordingly to avoid inconvenience. Being aware of store hours will help everyone enjoy the holiday season seamlessly. For full details on what's open and what's not, Ontario residents are encouraged to utilize specific retailer websites or local news outlets to stay informed.
