Public schools, post-secondary institutions and most Crown corporations will be closed.
A statement from the province says it's a national day to reflect on the "incredible life of Canada's Queen and the longest-serving monarch in British history."
Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador later said they would follow suit, closing government offices and schools, while Manitoba said it would close all non-essential government services and offices, but leave schools open.B.C. Premier John Horgan said in a statement that the province was encouraging private-sector employers "to find a way to recognize or reflect on the day in a way that is appropriate for their employees.
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