Norfolk County has released its schedule of holiday closures and service adjustments for the 2025-2026 season.
Most county offices, including administration buildings, will close to the public at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 24, and will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, January 2.
Essential and critical services, such as fire and paramedic services, will remain fully operational during this period.
Court services, including the Provincial Offences Court at the Robinson Administration Building in Simcoe, will also be closed.
Social services offices in Simcoe and Dunnville will be unavailable, though residents in crisis can contact the Victim Services Support Line at 1-800-264-6671.
Heritage sites, including museums and the Norfolk County Archives, will close over the holidays, though some events, like the Captain’s Polar Bear Levee at the Port Dover Harbour Museum, will still take place with admission by donation.
Library branches will follow modified hours, with closures on December 25, 26, and January 1, and limited hours on December 24 and 31.
All branches will resume normal schedules on January 2.
Recreation centres, arenas, and seniors’ centres will also operate on adjusted holiday schedules, with select closures for December 25, 26, and January 1.
Ride Norfolk bus service will not operate on these dates, and ServiceNorfolk will be closed for non-urgent requests, which can still be submitted online.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the latest county news, events, and service updates by subscribing at norfolkcounty.ca/mynews.