Timmins Blizzard Forces Closures with 60 cm Snow
A severe blizzard with up to 60 cm of snow and 80 km/h winds has hit Northern Ontario, prompting Timmins to declare a 'significant weather event'. Stay safe with the latest details and impacts.
A severe blizzard with up to 60 cm of snow and 80 km/h winds has hit Northern Ontario, prompting Timmins to declare a 'significant weather event'. Stay safe with the latest details and impacts.
Scientists confirm 2025 was one of the three warmest years ever recorded, underscoring the accelerating climate crisis. Read the latest data and analysis.
Advocates report hundreds of new shelter and warming station spaces in Montreal are helping this winter, but surging demand and limited daytime access pose significant ongoing challenges.
The Toronto Maple Leafs have bolstered their coaching staff by hiring former NHL forward Steve Sullivan as an assistant coach. The Timmins native brings over 1,000 games of NHL experience to the bench.
Steve Sullivan, a Timmins native, joins the Toronto Maple Leafs coaching staff as an assistant. Get the details on his new role and hockey journey.
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.
The Salvation Army has launched a warming centre in downtown Prince Albert, offering refuge for up to 35 guests during extreme winter cold. Learn about this vital community service.
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 new warming centre operated by the Salvation Army is now open in Prince Albert, offering shelter and amenities for up to 35 residents during dangerous winter temperatures. Learn more about this vital community service.
Eric Cardinal, a federal offender with ties to northern Ontario, was arrested in Timmins. Authorities announced the arrest on Tuesday, December 23, 2025.
As temperatures plummet, Journey Church in Calgary provides a warm refuge and a festive meal for the city's homeless population, offering a moment of connection during the holidays.
A new women's warming centre has opened in Saskatoon's Riversdale neighbourhood just before Christmas, despite significant concerns raised by local businesses and residents about transparency and location.
A provincial funding reversal has forced Timmins to halt plans for a designated homeless encampment. The city must now seek alternative solutions for its unhoused population.
The 'An Evening to Shine the Light' gala in Midland raised $196,000 for the Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care. Over 150 guests attended the December fundraiser.
The City of Montreal is deploying heated trailers to the Notre-Dame Street encampment to protect unhoused residents from extreme winter cold. Read about the city's response.
Stratford is launching its first overnight warming centre at the Connections Centre to provide a safe, warm space for those in need during the cold winter months. Learn about the opening and its importance.
The City of Timmins faces fierce criticism for selecting a former sawmill site as a permanent remote homeless encampment. Residents voice safety concerns as officials defend the controversial decision.
The new King Thunderbird Centre officially opened its doors in Edmonton on December 15, 2025, marking a significant upgrade from the old Boyle Street location. Discover the impact on the community.
A Winnipeg-based tech company is scouting for the perfect 'Goldilocks' plot in Manitoba to build a large-scale data centre, aiming to capitalize on the province's resources and strategic location. Learn more about this potential economic driver.
Firefighters in Timmins, Ontario, fought a massive industrial blaze for over 10 hours in freezing -30°C temperatures. The fire erupted on Laforest Road on December 14, 2025.
Weekly climate news from B.C. and beyond: Premier Eby floats a second pipeline idea, food costs could surge six per cent, and global climate facts. Stay informed on the crisis.
Construction begins on a key industrial road in Northern Ontario, connecting Highway 655 to Lake Shore Gold's Bell Creek Mine. Get the latest details on this infrastructure project.
The City of Orillia officially opened its new warming centre on Friday, December 5, 2025. The facility provides a crucial warm, safe space for residents during the cold winter months.
Moose Jaw police are investigating the Lakeview Wellness Centre following serious concerns about the mistreatment of an American woman. Get the latest details on the ongoing probe.
Chief Jennifer Constant of Mattagami First Nation called for stronger economic collaboration with Timmins businesses at a Chamber of Commerce event, highlighting mutual benefits for the region.
A significant police operation in Timmins has resulted in five arrests, including three individuals from southern Ontario, on drug and weapons charges. Get the full details on the bust.
Timmins Police, including the Emergency Response Team, executed a search warrant on Cedar Street North. Get the latest details on the significant police operation.
A Timmins family's holiday season just got much brighter after winning a $132,758 50/50 jackpot from the local hospital foundation. Discover how this win will transform their Christmas.
Greater Sudbury's new 24/7 warming centre is operating at full capacity nightly. The organization is calling for urgent community donations to support the growing number of vulnerable residents seeking shelter from the cold.
The West End Cultural Centre in Winnipeg is confronting a significant cash flow problem, threatening its operations. Learn about the challenges and what it means for the city's arts scene.