Victoria Day Long Weekend: City of Sault Ste. Marie Facilities and Services Update
The City of Sault Ste. Marie is gearing up for the Victoria Day long weekend, which means a few changes to regular operations and services. Here's a breakdown of what you need to know:
Office Closures:
- Bay Street Active Living Centre and Northern Community Centre 55+ programs: Closed on Monday, May 22nd.
- Cemetery Office: Closed on Monday.
- City Landfill and Household Hazardous Waste Depot: Closed on Monday.
- Ermatinger Clergue National Historic Site: Closed on Monday.
- Fire Services Administrative Office: Closed on Monday.
- GFL Memorial Gardens Office and Box Office: Closed on Monday.
- John Rhodes Community Centre Arena: Closed on Monday.
- Northern Community Centre Arena, Turf, and Community Space: Closed on Monday.
- Public Libraries: Closed on Monday.
- Public Works and Engineering Office (128 Sackville Road): Closed on Monday. For emergencies, call 705-759-5201.
- Ronald A. Irwin Civic Centre (99 Foster Drive): Closed on Monday.
- Sault Transit Main Office: Closed on Monday.
Garbage and Recycling:
- No garbage, leaf, yard waste, or recycling pickup on Monday, May 22nd. Regular collection resumes the following week, with a one-day delay.
- Leaf and yard waste collection occurs every second week. Check the online calendar for collection schedules: http://www.saultstemarie.ca/leafyardwaste.
Transportation:
- No transit and parabus service on Monday, May 22nd. Regular service resumes on Tuesday.
John Rhodes Community Centre Pool:
- Open on Monday, May 22nd, from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. for parent and child/lane swimming, and from 1:15 p.m. to 4 p.m. for public swimming.
Marine Facilities:
- Bellevue Marina: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (May 16 to June 30), and Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (July 1 to September 7).
- Bondar Marina: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (May 22 to June 30), Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (July 2 to September 7).
- Bikes are available at the Bondar Marina during regular hours.
Boat Launch Passes:
- Seasonal boat launch passes are $70 and can be purchased online at https://anc.ca.apm.activecommunities.com/saultstemarie/activity/search/detail/14756?onlineSiteId=0&fromoriginalcui=true.
- Passes are also available during business hours at the fuel kiosk at Bellevue Marina or the Community Development and Enterprise Services office at the Civic Centre.
- Daily launch dispenser machines accept coins, debit, and credit for a flat rate of $7.
- Use zone 3759 on the Passport Parking mobile app for daily launches.
Personal Reflection:
The Victoria Day long weekend brings a welcome break from the regular routine, but it's important to plan ahead. With various facilities closed and changes to waste collection, residents should be mindful of these adjustments to ensure a smooth and enjoyable long weekend. It's a reminder that even in a long weekend, the city's infrastructure requires careful management and consideration.
