Here's What's Open & Closed Over The Easter Long Weekend In Montreal

Most things will stay open, thank goodness.

Montrealers hang out near Beaver Lake in the springtime.

Montrealers hang out near Beaver Lake in the springtime.

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Easter weekend is fun and all, what with mini eggs concoctions and egg hunts and mainly just eggs. But what if you have somewhere to be? Thankfully, this quick list of what's open and closed will guide you through the confusing timetables and annoying searches that characterize any holiday period. Most places will remain open throughout the weekend, but there are a few noteworthy exceptions that are good to keep in mind.

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  • The SAQ
    • But only SAQ Selections and Depots; SAQ Express and SAQ branches will be open.
  • The SQDC

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