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.
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.
Powerful gusts up to 90 km/h toppled trees and damaged power lines across Windsor-Essex on Dec. 29, 2025, causing property damage and road closures. Read the full report on the severe weather event.
Don't just toss your tree! Discover eco-friendly and creative ways to give your Christmas tree a second life in your garden and home after the festive season ends.
Discover convenient curbside pickup and charitable chipping options for recycling your Christmas tree in Metro Vancouver after the holidays. Learn the dates and details.
The Ottawa Senators are lobbying governments for a new arena. An opinion piece argues the $1.4B franchise should finance it themselves, not use public funds.
The City of Winnipeg launches its 'Let's Chip In' program on December 27, offering residents a sustainable way to recycle their Christmas trees. Give your tree a second life!
Calgary doctor Peter Nieman shares his 42-year 'Tree Theory' on children's health and offers essential tips, including key vitamins, to build a stronger immune system during the long winter months.
Simcoe County outlines proper Christmas tree disposal for residents. Learn collection dates, preparation rules, and how to ensure your tree is recycled correctly after the holidays.
Highway 3 between Hope and Princeton reopened on Christmas Day, ahead of schedule, following a major washout. Meanwhile, the first lane on the new Riverview Bridge is now open. Get the latest traffic updates.
A replacement vessel for the Wolfe Island Ferry is now undergoing testing to restore crucial vehicle service. Get the latest details on this key Ontario transportation link.
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.
A major milestone for Metro Vancouver as the first lane opens on the new Stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge, replacing the aging Pattullo. Get the latest details on the project's progress and timeline.
Ottawa's urban tree canopy is declining, with many neighborhoods below 20% cover. Advocates say new zoning bylaws fail to protect mature trees from development, worsening heat islands.
Over 180,000 Calgary homes face holiday waste pickup changes. The city urges proper sorting as waste volume spikes 25%. Learn how to handle gift wrap, trees, and more.
Local Christmas tree sales are booming in Nova Scotia this season, with one seller moving 350 trees, even as international shipments face a downturn. Discover the local market shift.
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.
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.
A professional contractor warns Canadians about common holiday decorating mistakes that risk fire, water damage, and structural harm. Learn how to celebrate safely.
The B.C. Supreme Court has ruled Vancouver can continue removing trees in Stanley Park due to a moth infestation, dismissing a preservation society's challenge. Read the full ruling details.
Discover festive events, holiday closures, and things to do in Ottawa this Christmas and New Year's season. Your complete guide for 2025.
A unique holiday auction in Nova Scotia sees bidders competing for a miniature Woody the Talking Christmas Tree. Get the festive details on this charming seasonal story.
A powerful windstorm in Metro Vancouver sent a tree crashing into a townhouse, destroying a children's bedroom window. The incident highlights the dangers of severe weather.
Tori Meade, 27, died after being struck by a falling branch during a severe wind storm in Chilliwack. Her two young children with her were unharmed. A fundraiser has been launched for her family.
Vancouver announces a major housing strategy for the Downtown Eastside, focusing on replacing aging rooming houses with new, secure homes. Learn about the city's plan to address the housing crisis.
Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe's campaign promise to plant one million trees in his first term is falling drastically short, with only about 100,000 planted. The city's tree canopy lags behind goals and neighbouring Gatineau.
Calgary has launched the procurement for a new Bearspaw South Feeder Main, with construction starting in 2026. The project replaces the pipe whose 2024 failure triggered a city-wide emergency and water restrictions.
A 27-year-old Chilliwack woman died after being struck by a tree limb on a trail near Island 22 dog park during severe winds. Her two children were unharmed. Read the tragic details.
Miami police are investigating the mysterious death of Dr. Helen Garay, found unclothed in a store freezer. The 32-year-old anesthesiologist was a mother of two from Nicaragua.
A woman died after a tree fell on her in B.C.'s Fraser Valley, police confirm. The tragic incident highlights the dangers of severe weather in the region.
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