G77

We're thinking about flying to T.O on Sept 1st - being a public holiday, is this likely to cause us an issue in terms of immigration being understaffed and also in getting transport (cab/limo) to downtown?

To what extent will things be closed downtown i.e. restaurants, shops etc?

dbd33

All that will be closed is:

- banks

- government offices

- liquor and beer stores

dunno about immigration, obviously there will be people there but they may not be happy people.

G77

Best dig out my union flag pants then, just to make their day

Dare I ask if bars will still be open? Could well need a drink after a 7hr flight with a 2 year old!!

dbd33

Yes, bars are open. Should still be weather enough to sit on a patio.

G77

Do the cabs/limo's hike their prices on bank holidays or are they still fixed? Is there likely to be a shorter supply too?

dbd33

Still fixed. Still the same slightly inadequate supply as always.

G77

At least they're well qualified, be it a Phd rather than a local driving license

dbd33

Ha! I was at the airport yesterday, it's all dug up as usual and in chaos. Better to be in a cab with some gall bladder removalist than driving yourself.

Jay Bird

My daughter flew into TO last year on Labour Day......no different from any other day as far as Passport Control etc is concerned. Roads in and out were slightly less chaotic than usual.

Thank heavens I'll never have to do that again, now I'm back here

Mikey B

Even if you cant understand half of them cus of their bad English!

G77

Will feel right at home then