Some business and services will be closed on Prince Edward Island Friday for Gold Cup Day. If you're heading to the parade in Charlottetown, be aware the route is different this year.
Canada Day falls on a Saturday this year. That means many businesses and services such as government offices that are normally closed on Saturday will be closed on Monday to observe the July 1 holiday.
Many people in Charlottetown and eastern P.E.I. will get this Friday off for Gold Cup Day, making up for the holiday others enjoyed the first weekend in August.