Saskatchewan's historic Lieutenant Governor's Levee Day unfolded at Government House in Regina on Jan. 1, 2026, marking one of the province's oldest New Year's traditions. Read about the ceremony and its significance.
Hundreds of participants braved the icy waters of English Bay for Vancouver's annual Polar Bear Swim on New Year's Day 2026. See the photos and stories from this chilly tradition.
More than 200 people plunged into icy waters at Britannia Beach on Jan. 1, 2026, to kick off the new year. The event, hosted by Ottawa Cold Plunge & Ritual Recovery, is a bold local tradition.
Canadians from coast to coast plunged into icy waters on New Year's Day 2026 for traditional Polar Bear swims, raising vital funds for charity. Discover the chilly celebrations.
New Brunswickers celebrated New Year's Day 2026 with Lieutenant-Governor Louise Imbeault's first levee and chilly polar bear swims. Discover how the province kicked off the new year.
More than 250 people took a chilling start to 2026 with a polar bear dip in the Ottawa River at Britannia Beach. The event's turnout more than doubled from the previous year.
Ottawa rings in 2026 with bright sunshine but frigid temperatures. Get the details on the capital's weather and what's open and closed for the holiday.
Laurentian Ski Hill thrives on its 100th anniversary, opening early with chairlift operations for the first time in a decade thanks to a bitter cold snap. Discover the historic season.
A look at the 13 goods and services set to become more expensive for Ottawa residents in 2026. Plan your budget now for the year ahead.
The annual Huron Polar Plunge is set to take place in Goderich, Ontario on New Year's Day. Participants will brave the frigid Lake Huron waters for charity. Get details on the event.
Plan your first day of 2026 in Regina. Discover outdoor skating, skiing, the Lt.-Gov.'s Levee, facility hours, and what's closed for the holiday.
Montreal polar plunge participants are advocating for official access to a St. Lawrence River beach. Discover their New Year's Eve tradition and the call for designated winter swimming spots.
A Tim Hortons in Ottawa was evacuated on Tuesday after a noxious substance was sprayed inside. Police are investigating the incident. Read the latest details.
Plan your first day of 2026 in Montreal with our essential guide to city services, transit schedules, and business hours for the statutory holiday.
New York's Times Square reveals its largest-ever crystal ball for the 2026 New Year's Eve celebration, featuring new technology and dazzling lights. Discover the details of this iconic tradition.
Ring in 2026 with a frigid dip! Metro Vancouver's polar bear swims, led by the 106-year-old English Bay event, offer a chilling start to the new year. Find times and locations from Deep Cove to White Rock.
Ottawa police confirm no criminal charges after a school bus illegally drove on and damaged the Kìwekì Point lookout path on December 27, 2025. No injuries were reported.
Ottawa residents will welcome 2026 with frigid temperatures and snow flurries as the clock strikes midnight. Get the full forecast and details for the capital's holiday weather.
Flooding forces cancellation of Calgary's IceBreaker Polar Dip, a key fundraiser for survivors of human trafficking. Organizers vow to continue virtual fundraising efforts.
Plan your New Year's in Winnipeg with our complete guide to city services, transit, and business hours for December 31 and January 1. Find out what's open and closed.
Plan your January 1st in Toronto with our detailed guide. Find out which city services, transit, and businesses are operating on the holiday.
Ottawa police issued four impaired driving charges on Christmas Day, highlighting the ongoing enforcement efforts during the holiday season. Read the details of the incidents.
Discover the best ways to celebrate New Year's Eve in Edmonton for 2025. From family-friendly events to festive gatherings, plan your perfect night to welcome 2026.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will formally introduce Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at his New Year's Day inauguration in New York City. Get the details on the ceremony and Mamdani's recent meeting with President Trump.
Ottawa faces a sharp drop in temperatures as winter reasserts itself. Get the latest forecast and learn how the city is coping with the renewed deep freeze.
Discover the best events and activities to ring in 2026 in Ottawa, from fireworks at City Hall to family skating parties. Plan your perfect New Year's celebration in the capital.
Ottawa Citizen critic Peter Hum reveals his top restaurant dishes of 2025, featuring 20 categories from tacos to tacos. Discover the must-try culinary highlights across the capital region.
Ottawa families made the most of the holiday break with weekend outings. Discover what activities kept the city buzzing after December 25th.
Two residents were displaced after a Boxing Day house fire on Carp Road. Ottawa Fire Services responded to heavy flames and smoke. No injuries reported.
Tysen Lefebvre, a beloved Ottawa community advocate and Make-A-Wish volunteer, passed away on Christmas Day at age 25. The city mourns a young life dedicated to service.