Edmonton leads Prairie cities in lottery winnings
Edmonton's lottery winners claimed over $39.5 million in 2025, leading major Prairie cities. Discover the quirky stories behind Alberta's biggest jackpots.
Edmonton's lottery winners claimed over $39.5 million in 2025, leading major Prairie cities. Discover the quirky stories behind Alberta's biggest jackpots.
Country star Brett Kissel will headline the inaugural concert at Nisku's new Silent Ice Center this New Year's Eve. Get details on the Alberta event.
A Greater Toronto Area assembly line worker is celebrating a life-changing $1 million lottery win. He checked his ticket three times in disbelief. Read his incredible story.
Han Zeng Chen of Holland Landing celebrates a major lottery win, revealing his family was the inspiration behind the lucky numbers. Discover his heartwarming story.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Winnipeg with our guide to official fireworks displays. Get times and locations to ring in 2026 with a bang!
Toronto prepares for New Year's Eve with fireworks, live music, and traffic advisories. Get all the details on the city's official celebrations and how to navigate the festivities.
Discover family fireworks, all-night dance parties, and unique cabaret shows to celebrate New Year's Eve 2026 across Windsor and Essex County. Plan your perfect night.
Lottery players in Alberta struck it rich in 2025, winning close to $200 million. Discover the details behind the province's major windfalls and where the lucky tickets were purchased.
Ring in 2026 with our guide to must-see TV specials, from Nashville's country music bash to Dick Clark's Rockin' Eve and the 'Stranger Things' finale. Plan your couch celebration.
Communities across Canada's Maritime provinces are preparing early New Year's Eve fireworks and countdowns to welcome 2026. Get details on the festive plans.
The massive $80 million Lotto Max jackpot remains unclaimed after Tuesday's draw. No winning ticket was sold, marking the fifth consecutive rollover. Read more on the growing prize.
Ottawa Citizen readers reveal their favourite holiday traditions, from Parliament Hill lights to unique gifts gone wrong. Discover heartwarming local stories that capture the spirit of an Ottawa Christmas.
A Thamesville resident has won $9,639 in the weekly Catch the Ace lottery draw. Discover the details of this local win and how the popular fundraising game works.
Two separate lottery players in British Columbia each won $100,000 on Christmas Eve. Discover the details of these festive windfalls and the odds of winning big.
A single ticket sold in Arkansas has won the massive $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot, ending a three-month jackpot drought. The winner can choose a lump-sum payment of $834.9 million.
RCMP officers in Langley, B.C., narrowly avoided injury when a driver intentionally rammed their police vehicle on December 24, 2025. No officers were hurt in the incident.
A freezing rain warning is in effect for southeastern Alberta, including Calgary, as overnight temperatures rise. Stay informed on the forecast and travel impacts for Christmas Day.
U.S. President Donald Trump's Christmas Eve took a sharp turn from festive calls with children tracking Santa to a fiery social media post targeting political opponents. Read the details of the unusual holiday event.
Despite challenging weather, Calgarians flocked to Southcentre Mall for last-minute Christmas Eve shopping. Store managers report 'crazy' sales and prepare for Boxing Day. Discover the festive rush.
A planned Christmas Eve concert at the Kennedy Center was abruptly cancelled following the controversial addition of Donald Trump's name to the iconic venue. Discover the details and reactions.
While most celebrate, many Montrealers work through Christmas on snow removal, emergency services, and hospital care. Discover the stories behind the essential holiday shift.
A driver was airlifted to hospital following a serious collision between a car and a logging truck in Alberta on Christmas Eve, according to RCMP. Details on the incident and response.
Brig. Gen. Thaddeus Fineran explains the technology behind NORAD's beloved Santa tracking mission. Discover how this military operation brings holiday cheer worldwide.
President Donald Trump made jovial Christmas Eve calls to children, cautioning about a 'bad Santa' and defending coal. Read the unique details from the festive event.
Shoppers flooded stores like Vincenzo's in Waterloo on Dec. 24, 2025, for last-minute gifts and groceries. Discover the festive frenzy and varied reasons behind the holiday dash.
For the 15th consecutive year, Santa Claus brought festive joy to Edmonton's St. Albert Trail on Christmas Eve, 2025. Discover the heartwarming tradition that captivated the community.
RCMP warn Edmonton drivers to exercise extreme caution and make safe choices as a significant snowstorm blankets roads on Christmas Eve 2025.
A Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center was abruptly cancelled after former President Donald Trump's name was added to the building. The decision has sparked controversy and debate.
On Christmas Eve 2025, Edmonton shoppers shared heartfelt wishes for comfort and peace. Discover the community spirit amid the festive rush at West Edmonton Mall.
Saskatoon community groups are providing Christmas meals and companionship to those who would otherwise spend the holiday alone. Discover how these initiatives are fostering a sense of family.