What's happening in Ottawa this weekend: Dec. 5-7
Your guide to Ottawa's weekend events from Santa's Parade of Lights to a new ByWard Market security pilot. Discover festive fun and local news for December 5-7, 2025.
Your guide to Ottawa's weekend events from Santa's Parade of Lights to a new ByWard Market security pilot. Discover festive fun and local news for December 5-7, 2025.
Moonup Technology partners with European leader Shelly to unveil a full smart building ecosystem at the 2025 Taipei Building Show, focusing on minimal renovation for maximum intelligence.
Calgary city council approves $1 million to fund a scoping report for the vacant 115-year-old YWCA building in the Beltline, aiming to determine its future needs and ensure safety.
Ottawa's planning committee has approved a new 50-storey tower by Claridge Homes, set to become the city's tallest building. The project will add 503 housing units near Little Italy and Dow's Lake Station.
An Ottawa driver was arrested after a collision in the city's southwest, with police reporting a blood alcohol concentration nearly double the legal limit. Get the latest details on the incident.
Ottawa residents face a prolonged cold snap as frigid Arctic air settles over the capital. Stay updated on the forecast and tips for staying safe in the extreme cold.
Preliminary discussions are underway between the City of Edmonton, the province, and a developer regarding the future of the former Royal Alberta Museum building. Learn about the potential for this iconic site.
Ottawa charities report increased demand and shrinking resources this Giving Tuesday. Learn how local organizations like BGC Ottawa are adapting and how you can help support vital community programs.
Life of Pie bakery and cafe on Bank Street will shut its doors for good on Dec. 28, 2025. The owners announced the permanent closure of the beloved Old Ottawa South spot.
Life of Pie bakery and cafe on Bank Street in Old Ottawa South will shut its doors for good on December 28, 2025. The owners announced the sad news to the community.
The City of Surrey is ramping up its fight against illegal construction, with three properties demolished by court order this year. Learn about the fines, title notices, and the city's enforcement strategy.
Ottawa launches a bid to designate the iconic ByWard Market a national historic site in December 2025, aiming to preserve its unique cultural and commercial heritage for future generations.
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An exclusive look inside the massive Centre Block rehabilitation project on Parliament Hill. Discover how preservation guides this years-long effort to restore a Canadian icon.
The prominent downtown Edmonton site that once housed the Bank of Montreal and Tegler buildings is now on the market. Discover the potential future of this prime location.
Rare historic Sikh artifacts were displayed at the Saskatchewan Legislative Building in Regina, showcasing important cultural heritage to the public. Learn more about this significant exhibition.
Explore the historic Nova Scotia estate where Prime Minister Sir Robert Borden was born, now listed for $1.375 million. Features five bedrooms and UNESCO World Heritage views.
London Council approves two 15-storey towers at 1269 Hyde Park Rd, rejecting heritage protection for Victorian-era building. Local preservation debate intensifies.
Southern Chiefs' Organization marks major progress in Hudson's Bay building transformation. Final concrete block removed in downtown Winnipeg redevelopment project.
Multiple Dalhousie University buildings in Halifax are being considered for municipal heritage status, preserving their historical significance for future generations. Learn more about this development.
Over 50,000 Ottawans gathered for the annual Help Santa Toy Parade on November 22, 2025, celebrating holiday spirit along a brand-new route through downtown Ottawa.
Ottawa residents should prepare for variable weather this weekend with sunshine, snow and rain all in the forecast. Stay updated on the changing conditions.
Winnipeg's historic Bell Block, built in 1901 at 813 Main Street, has been demolished. The historical society calls the loss 'almost unrecognizable.' Learn about this heritage preservation failure.
Federal government commits $36.2 million for critical repairs and maintenance on historic Rideau Canal. Funding will preserve Canada's UNESCO World Heritage site for future generations.
Ottawa experiences messy weather mix Friday with ice fog and frost-coated trees, but sunny skies expected Saturday. Get the full forecast details.
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Global developer QuadReal Property Group has sold The Post, a landmark heritage office building in downtown Vancouver. Discover the details of one of Canada's most ambitious redevelopments.
Plans are underway to restore Winnipeg's iconic Thunderbird House, a vital Indigenous cultural center. The major project aims to preserve and revitalize this important community landmark for future generations.
Irving Oil's iconic Golden Ball building in Saint John has been sold and could face demolition. Learn about this significant development for New Brunswick's landscape.
Ottawa Fire Services successfully contained a fire in a downtown high-rise on Elgin Street Saturday morning. No injuries reported as crews respond quickly to emergency.