Kitchener garage fire under investigation by police
Kitchener Police are working to determine the cause of a garage fire at a local residence. No injuries were reported. Get the latest details on the ongoing investigation.
Kitchener Police are working to determine the cause of a garage fire at a local residence. No injuries were reported. Get the latest details on the ongoing investigation.
Brig. Gen. Thaddeus Fineran explains the technology behind NORAD's beloved Santa tracking mission. Discover how this military operation brings holiday cheer worldwide.
Canada's transport minister confirms Santa Claus is cleared for his global Christmas Eve journey. Get the festive details on this cherished holiday tradition.
For over seven decades, NORAD has tracked Santa's Christmas Eve journey using military tech. Learn how the tradition started and how to follow along in real-time.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) has launched its annual mission to track Santa's global journey from North Bay, Ontario. This beloved tradition continues to bring holiday cheer to families across Canada and the world.
For the 68th consecutive year, NORAD is ready to track Santa's Christmas Eve journey. The 22 Wing/CFB North Bay crew in Northern Ontario is on standby to monitor his approach to Canada.
Personnel at 22 Wing/CFB North Bay are monitoring Santa's flight path across Canadian airspace in a cherished annual tradition. Discover how the military brings holiday magic.
The North American Aerospace Defense Command continues its beloved tradition of tracking Santa's global journey. Volunteers answer calls from children worldwide, bringing holiday magic.
Alan Kerr of Calgary has compiled 1,000 touching and hilarious letters from his EmailSanta.com site into a new book, sharing the full emotional spectrum of children's holiday wishes. Discover the magic.
Alan Kerr of Calgary reflects on 27 years running EmailSanta.com, sharing the hilarious and heartbreaking messages from kids worldwide in a new book.
A Sherwood Park Mall Santa Claus was removed from his post after slapping a toddler's hand for pulling his beard. The mall has apologized and hired a replacement. Read the full story.
A Santa Claus at an Alberta mall has been replaced after an incident where he slapped a boy's hand for pulling his beard. The event occurred in Sherwood Park just days before Christmas.
A Canadian homeowner's festive mailbox for Santa collected around 200 letters this year, with every child receiving a personal response. Discover this heartwarming holiday tradition.
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating a commercial robbery in Kitchener that left one person injured. Get the latest details on the incident and police response.
Waterloo Regional Police are investigating multiple reports of criminal harassment in Kitchener-Waterloo from July to December 2025. Authorities have released images of a person of interest.
CTV News Kitchener's 2025 Toy Mountain broadcast finale featured special guests to support the holiday charity drive. Read about the event and its impact on the community.
The City of Kitchener is preparing to hire more than 200 students for temporary summer positions in 2026. Applications open soon for these valuable work experience opportunities.
A woman sustained injuries in a two-vehicle crash in Kitchener. Waterloo Regional Police are investigating the incident. Get the latest details on the collision.
A look back at the most impactful local news events in Kitchener for 2025, from a major apartment fire to new grocery rules. Discover the stories that shaped the community.
A British man receives a prison sentence exceeding 21 years for driving a minivan into a crowd of Liverpool soccer fans, injuring over 45 people during a championship celebration.
Canada Post's popular 'Write to Santa' program is back for 2025 after a brief operational pause. Learn how Canadian children can receive a personalized response from the North Pole.
Jolly Old Saint Nick made a festive appearance at Portage Place shopping centre in Winnipeg on December 15, 2025, spreading holiday cheer and encouraging a lively atmosphere.
A tenant reports a lack of emergency assistance during a significant flooding incident at a Kitchener apartment building on Kingsway Drive. Read about the resident's experience and the response.
Registered psychologist Tammy Schamuhn offers expert advice for Canadian parents on navigating the important conversation about Santa Claus with their children this holiday season.
Waterloo Regional Police responded to a bomb threat at a Kitchener school on December 15, 2025. Authorities confirm no immediate safety threat as investigation continues.
Ottawa's beloved St. Patrick's Day Parade is officially scheduled to make its comeback in March 2026. Get the details on the return of this cherished community tradition.
The annual Santa Claus parade has returned to Moonstone, Ontario, bringing holiday cheer to the community. Get the festive details and see what made this year's event special.
Santa's House in St. Thomas, Ontario, continues to be a beloved holiday attraction after its move. Discover how the festive tradition is thriving in its new home.
Hundreds of festive runners braved the Regina cold for the annual Santa Shuffle charity run on December 6, 2025, raising funds and warming hearts in the community.
A festive High River tradition became a Hollywood set as Netflix filmed the Santa Claus parade for an upcoming holiday film. Discover how the community starred in the production.