How to Dispose of Your Real Christmas Tree in Calgary
The City of Calgary outlines two methods for composting real Christmas trees after the holidays. Learn how to use your green cart or drop-off sites until Jan. 31.
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Calgary's Extreme Cold: What to Know About Being Out Today
Calgary battles extreme cold with wind chills near -30°C, causing flight delays, closed ski hills, and health warnings. Here's what you need to know if you must venture out.
Ottawa's Best Christmas Stories: Readers Share Memories
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.
Calgary Charities Serve Hundreds on Christmas Day
Charitable groups in Calgary, including the Drop-In Centre and Salvation Army, provided meals, warmth, and gifts to hundreds in need on Christmas Day 2025. Volunteers shared their motivation to make the day special for the city's most vulnerable.
Calgary Fire Investigates Christmas Eve Garage Blaze
Calgary Fire Department is investigating a garage fire that occurred on Christmas Eve in the city's northwest. Authorities are working to determine the cause of the incident.
Injury Reported in Macleod Trail Crash in Calgary
A person was injured in a Thursday morning collision on Macleod Trail in Calgary. Emergency services responded to the scene around 8 a.m. Get the latest details on the incident.
Calgary Changemakers Reveal Ideas for City's Future
Calgary Herald's 2025 Changemakers project reveals 20 actionable ideas from local leaders on building a better city, from youth investment to global events. Discover their insights.
Canadian poll: Ambiguity over Christmas meaning
A new survey reveals a split in Canadian views on Christmas, with many uncertain if it's a Christian holy day or a civic winter holiday. Discover the surprising data on belief and tradition.
Calgarians Brave Weather for Last-Minute Christmas Shopping
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.
Montrealers Work Through Christmas to Keep City Running
While most celebrate, many Montrealers work through Christmas on snow removal, emergency services, and hospital care. Discover the stories behind the essential holiday shift.
What to Do in Ottawa on Christmas Day 2025
Discover festive activities, dining options, and community events to enjoy in Ottawa on Christmas Day, 2025. Find holiday cheer in the capital.
Top 10 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend
Discover the best holiday events and activities in Calgary this weekend, from dazzling light festivals to last-minute shopping and festive traditions. Plan your perfect seasonal outing.
Calgary man charged in two early-morning break-ins
A Calgary man faces charges after two early-morning break-and-enters in the city's northwest. Police responded to alarms and apprehended a suspect. Learn the details.
Calgary City Service Fees Increasing in 2026
Calgarians will pay more for transit and recreation in 2026. Get the details on new bus fares, pool passes, and the reasons behind the municipal fee hikes.
Calgary Garden Centre Gives Away Free Christmas Trees
Need a last-minute Christmas tree? A Calgary garden centre is giving theirs away for free on December 24, 2025. Get the details and spread some holiday cheer.
London couple's massive Christmas display wows city
A London, Ontario couple has become famous for their spectacular residential Christmas display, featuring 50 inflatables and 10,000 lights. Discover the story behind their festive tradition.
Regina Hospital Pediatric Unit Becomes Santa's Workshop
Regina General Hospital's pediatric staff create magical Christmas experiences for young patients, using decorations and personalized care to ease their hospital stay during the holidays.
Montreal's White Christmas: Santa Tracked, Snow Forecast
Montreal is set for a white Christmas with fresh snowfall. Meanwhile, NORAD's Santa Tracker shows Saint Nick's global journey. Get the festive weather details and holiday magic.
Calgary's 1999 Christmas Heat Wave Hit 20°C
In December 1999, Calgary shattered temperature records with a 20°C Christmas heat wave. Residents golfed, swam, and soaked up the sun. Discover the story of this upside-down holiday season.
Calgary Herald's 21-Year Christmas Front Page Tradition
For over two decades, the Calgary Herald has transformed its Christmas Eve front page into a festive greeting. Discover the history and see what's planned for 2025.
Finding the True Spirit of Christmas in Solitude and Kindness
Catherine Ford shares a personal story of spending Christmas alone, highlighting the profound generosity of others and the true meaning of the holiday season in reaching out to the lonely.
Calgary Non-Profit Helps At-Risk Kids as Child Poverty Grows
Two Wheel View in Calgary uses bicycles to teach life skills to vulnerable youth. As child poverty rises across Canada, the need for such programs is more urgent than ever. Support the Calgary Christmas Fund.
Police Investigate Two Sexual Assaults Near Chinook CTrain
Calgary police are investigating two sexual assaults reported in the same southwest area. Authorities are asking the public for any video or information to help solve the cases.
Calgary Christmas 2025: What's Open, Closed & Happening
Your complete guide to Christmas in Calgary for 2025. Discover festive events like Zoo Lights, free skating, and light displays, plus essential info on what's open and closed over the holidays.
Chatham's 1800s Christmas: From Soirees to Shopping
Explore how Christmas in Chatham-Kent evolved from simple community gatherings in the 1850s to a more commercial holiday by 1900. Discover the festive history of this Ontario region.
Calgary's Weekend: Charity, Sports, and Community Spirit
A visual recap of Calgary's weekend: 340 holiday hampers delivered to veterans, a festive party for kids, and a high-scoring Flames victory. See the community in action.
Nova Scotia Christmas Tree Sales Up This Year
Nova Scotia's Christmas tree farms report a significant sales increase for the 2025 season. Owners William Robichaud and Daniel Bar share insights into the holiday trend. Read more about the festive boost.
Calgary's Servus Tube Park opens despite frigid temps
WinSport's Servus Tube Park opened Saturday, braving -30C windchill. The 8-lane park is open weekends until March and daily over Christmas holidays, offering easy winter fun for Calgary families.
15th fatal pedestrian crash in Calgary this year
A pedestrian has died after a collision in northeast Calgary, becoming the 15th such fatality in 2025. This tragic incident surpasses the total number of pedestrian deaths recorded in all of 2024.
10 Things to Do in Calgary This Weekend
Discover Calgary's top weekend events, including the Alberta Theatre Project's 'Wizard of Oz' and navigating winter weather. Plan your days with our curated guide.
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