Service Closures and Disruptions

Last Updated: March 28, 2024, 9:48 a.m.

On April 8, 2024, the Moon will move between the Earth and the Sun causing a solar eclipse to take place. Niagara will be one of the best places in Canada to view the eclipse.

Some of our facilities may be closed to the public, but most of our services remain operational. Regional closures and cancellations related to the event will be listed here.

Learn about solar eclipse safety and travel tips.

Child and Family Centres

Port Colborne Closed April 8

Port Colborne Child Care Centre is closed on April 8 due to the eclipse.

Branscombe (Niagara Falls) Closed April 8

Branscombe Early Learning and Family Centre is closed on April 8 due to the eclipse.

Welland Closed April 8

Welland Child Care Centre is closed on April 8 due to the eclipse.

Fort Erie Closed April 8

Fort Erie Child Care Centre is closed on April 8 due to the eclipse.

St. Catharines Closed April 8

St. Catharines Child Care Centre is closed on April 8 due to the eclipse.

EarlyON Child and Family Centres Closed April 8

All EarlyON Child and Family Centres are closed on April 8 due to the eclipse.​

Public Health Offices

Niagara Falls Closed April 8

​Niagara Falls Public Health office is closed on April 8 due to the eclipse.​

Fort Erie Closed April 8

Fort Erie Public Health office is closed on April 8 due to the eclipse.​

Welland Closed April 8

Welland Public Health office is closed on April 8 due to the eclipse.​

Public Health Clinics / Classes

Triple P Parenting Course Cancelled April 8

The Triple P Parenting Course is cancelled April 8 due to the eclipse.

Vaccination clinics Cancelled April 8

Vaccination clinics at Niagara Region Headquarters is cancelled April 8 due to the eclipse.

Dental Cancelled April 8

Dental clinics are cancelled April 8 due to the eclipse.

Regional Satellite Offices

Niagara Region Headquarters Closed April 8

​Niagara Region Headquarters is closed to the public on April 8 due to the eclipse. However, staff can still be reached by phone and email.​

Seniors Community Programs

Adult Day Program Cancelled April 8

The Adult Day Program is cancelled April 8 due to the eclipse.​

South Niagara Health and Wellness Centre Closed April 8

​The South Niagara Health and Wellness Centre is closed on April 8 due to the eclipse.​

Healthy, Safe and Strong Cancelled April 8

Healthy, Safe and Strong exercise classes (online and on-person) are cancelled on April 8 due to the eclipse.

Contacts

Regional dispatch: 905-984-3690

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