Montreal Adjusts Hours for Quebec National Holiday
Montreal businesses and government offices will change their operating hours on June 24, 2026, to observe the Quebec National Holiday, with each entity setting its own schedule for the day.
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Montreal businesses and services will be largely closed on June 24, 2026, in observance of Quebec's national holiday, with essential services remaining operational. Residents are encouraged to check individual operating hours ahead of the day.
