Most of Nova Scotia is closed on account of weather. So what's open?

A nor'easterhas forced closure of most but not all businesses and servicesin Nova Scotia on Monday.

The storm is expected todumplots of snow and blow strong winds across the province. In anticipation, most Nova Scotiansare hunkering down as police warn roads are not safe to travel.

• Much of Nova Scotia shuts down as blizzard pounds province

But some still had to go to work Monday. Most locations have indicated they're assessing closure hour by hour. As for coffee shops, restaurants and gas stations, it's best to call ahead.

Some Superstores open

Here's a list of some local services defying the weather.

• Atlantic Superstores: BarringtonStreetin Halifax, Bedford, Lower Sackville, Quinpool Roadin Halifax.
• Gateway Meat Market expected to remain open until around 2 p.m.
• Mount Pleasant Nursery School, Truro.
• NovelTeaBookstore Cafe,Truro.
• Cempoal Calavera Negra, Halifax.
• Cortado Tasting Room, Bedford.
• Walmart in Halifax andBedford.
• Hayes Antiques, Halifax.
• MEC, Halifax
• Wilson's Home Hardware (until 1 p.m), Barrington Passage