Barrie Rings in New Year at New Downtown Venue
Downtown Barrie's New Year's Eve festivities have a new home this year. Discover the details of the venue change and what revellers can expect for the celebration.
Downtown Barrie's New Year's Eve festivities have a new home this year. Discover the details of the venue change and what revellers can expect for the celebration.
Edmonton's magical Ice Castle is now open for the season, offering a stunning winter attraction. Discover the details and plan your visit to this frozen wonderland.
A man and a young child have died in a tragic ice accident in Saint-Zénon, Quebec, prompting urgent winter safety warnings. Read the full story and safety tips.
London, Ont. residents are asked to submit photos of the recent ice storm. The city experienced significant icing, part of a wintry Boxing Day across Canada. Share your images.
After six drownings in 2025, Quebec's Lifesaving Society shares critical ice safety tips, including the '1-10-1' survival rule and how to read ice colour and thickness.
A writer's journey from a rural Maine childhood to uncovering a forgotten drug smuggling history along the coast, reshaping her understanding of home and class. Discover the full story.
The City of Barrie has enacted a new Interim Control By-law to guide its upcoming expansion. Learn about the details and what this means for future development.
Former NBA All-Star Ben Simmons is delaying a basketball return to pursue professional fishing, buying a team in the Sport Fishing Championship. Discover his new venture.
Paul Sadlon Sr., a prominent Barrie businessman, car dealership owner, and major community philanthropist, has died at the age of 93. Learn about his life and legacy.
Two American men have been fined $3,260 for catching 22 smallmouth bass during the closed season on a northern Ontario lake. Conservation officers stress the importance of following fishing regulations.
The City of Barrie is clearing the path for cleaner ice maintenance, approving eight new electric ice resurfacers to minimize greenhouse gas emissions from its arenas. Learn about this green initiative.
A California fisherman may have broken records with a massive 10.25-pound canary rockfish caught off the coast of Albion. Get all the details on this impressive catch.
As winter deepens, Manitobans are urged to learn crucial ice safety practices. Learn the essential tips and understand why 'ice is unpredictable' to prevent tragedies.
Environment Canada highlights a devastating Barrie ice storm and widespread wildfires as defining weather events of 2025, detailing the impacts and ongoing climate concerns. Read the full report.
Nova Scotia's lobster industry is experiencing a sales boom as low market prices attract consumers. Discover how this trend is impacting local fishermen and the economy.
Emergency crews are searching for a missing fisherman in southeastern Manitoba after he is believed to have fallen through the ice. Get the latest details on the ongoing operation.
Barrie's pilot project for off-road vehicle access during ice fishing season is now a permanent program. Learn about the city's initiative to enhance winter recreation and safety.
A pickup truck with two people inside broke through the ice on Manitoba's Cedar Lake. RCMP continue search and recovery efforts as winter safety warnings intensify.
A vehicle broke through the ice on Onawatin Lake in Hanmer on December 13. Greater Sudbury Police confirm the incident. Learn about the dangers of early winter ice.
The Barrie & District Christmas Cheer campaign is in its final stretch. Organizers issue an urgent call for donations to meet the community's needs this holiday season. Learn how you can help.
The City of Barrie has released its holiday operating schedule for parking, transit, and recreation centres. Plan your festive season with these key dates and closures.
The City of Barrie has officially opened its outdoor skating rinks for the winter season, including the popular Circle at the Centre at City Hall. Get the details on this seasonal tradition.
As winter arrives, the City of Barrie outlines its snow clearing protocols for streets and sidewalks. Learn the rules to avoid fines and ensure community safety.
The Henderson Ice Centre in Lethbridge moves into the second phase of its major renovation project. Discover what's next for this key community facility and how it will impact local sports.
Canadian rock icon Kim Mitchell will ring in 2026 with a performance in Barrie. Get details on the celebration and what else is happening in the city.
Despite freezing temperatures in Windsor-Essex, local officials warn that ice on waterways like Blue Heron Lake remains unsafe. Learn crucial winter safety tips.
The City of Barrie is evaluating the future of e-scooter programs as residents remain divided. Learn about the debate and what city council might decide next.
The City of Calgary urges residents to avoid stormwater ponds as ice conditions remain dangerously thin. Stay safe and heed official warnings this winter season.
Planning your festive weekend? Here's your complete guide to finding Santa Claus parades in Barrie, Ontario, for December 2025. Discover times and routes to catch the big guy!
Nova Scotia lobster fishers report significantly larger-than-average catches two weeks into the season. Experts weigh in on potential causes and market impacts.