What's open and closed in Montreal on New Year's Day
Plan your first day of 2026 in Montreal with our essential guide to city services, transit schedules, and business hours for the statutory holiday.
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Times Square's New Year's Eve Ball is Biggest Yet
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.
Bitterly Cold New Year's Eve Forecast for Toronto
Toronto rings in 2026 under an extreme cold warning. Bundle up for outdoor celebrations as temperatures plummet. Get the latest forecast and safety tips here.
Cold New Year's Eve Forecast for Quebec, Montreal
Quebecers will need to dress warmly to ring in 2026 as cold temperatures and flurries are expected. Montreal's Old Port celebrations proceed with caution after recent ice storm.
Snow to Hit Maritimes New Year's Day, Warnings Issued
Environment Canada issues special weather statements for the Maritimes as a winter system brings snow on January 1, 2026. Get the latest forecast and travel impacts.
Gov. Gen. Mary Simon's 2026 New Year's Message
Governor General Mary Simon shares her annual New Year's message, reflecting on Canadian unity and looking ahead to 2026. Read her full statement of hope and resilience.
New Year's Eve 2025 in Montreal's Old Port: What to Know
Your guide to celebrating New Year's Eve 2025 in Montreal's Old Port. Festivities run from 7:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Plan your night with our essential details.
Metro Vancouver's 2026 Polar Bear Swims Guide
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.
Canada braces for winter blast on New Year's Eve
A severe winter storm brings freezing rain, power outages, and travel disruptions to Ontario and Quebec as Canadians ring in 2026. Get the latest details on the extreme weather.
The Enduring Global Tradition of 'Auld Lang Syne'
Explore the timeless tradition of singing 'Auld Lang Syne' at midnight on New Year's Eve. Discover the Scottish poem's history and its powerful role in uniting people worldwide as they welcome 2026.
China's Xi hails tech progress, renews Taiwan pledge
Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted national technological achievements and reaffirmed the commitment to Taiwan reunification in his New Year's Eve address. Read the full analysis.
Sydney's NYE fireworks tribute to Bondi attack victims
Sydney's iconic New Year's Eve celebrations for 2026 began with a poignant tribute to victims of the Bondi attack, as fireworks lit up the harbour. Read more about the commemorative event.
Putin: Russia will win in Ukraine in New Year address
Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year's address to declare Russia's victory in Ukraine is inevitable. Read the full statement and international context.
Pedestrian Critically Injured in Midtown Toronto Collision
A female pedestrian was critically injured in a collision in midtown Toronto on December 31, 2025. Toronto police are investigating the incident. Read for details.
Free New Year's Eve transit on TTC, GO, UP in Toronto
Plan your New Year's Eve in Toronto with free transit on TTC, GO, and UP Express. Get schedule details, service extensions, and safety tips for ringing in 2026.
Global shares trade mixed ahead of New Year holiday
Global stock markets showed mixed results on December 31, 2025, with several exchanges closed for the New Year. The AP reports on the year's final trading session.
Hong Kong rings in 2026 without fireworks after deadly blaze
Hong Kong cancels its iconic New Year's Eve fireworks display over Victoria Harbour following the city's deadliest fire in decades. A sombre celebration marks the start of 2026.
Auckland's Fireworks Kick Off 2026 Celebrations
New Zealand's Auckland launched 2026 with a spectacular fireworks display. Meanwhile, Canadians across the country celebrated New Year's Eve with local events and weather challenges. Read more about the global welcome to 2026.
300+ Vets Cab Drivers Ready for Windsor NYE
More than 300 drivers from Vets Cab are prepared for Windsor's New Year's Eve festivities, ensuring safe rides home. Plan your celebration responsibly.
Cold, Calm Weather for Windsor-Essex New Year's
Windsor-Essex can expect calm but frigid conditions for New Year's Eve and Day, with temperatures well below freezing. Get the full forecast and local celebration details.
Cold, Flurries for Ottawa's New Year's Eve 2026
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.
All-Star Musicians Ring in 2026 at London's Victoria Park
London's Victoria Park will welcome 2026 with a special New Year's Eve concert featuring top local musicians. Get the details on the celebration.
Scottish Society of Ottawa Hosts Hogmanay Ceilidh in the Glebe
The Scottish Society of Ottawa is transforming the Glebe into a slice of Edinburgh for its annual Hogmanay Ceilidh. Join the celebration as they ring in the new year with traditional Scottish revelry.
Lethbridge Mayor Reflects on a Proud 2025
As the year ends, Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen highlights key achievements and a positive outlook from 2025 in an exclusive interview. Discover what made it a year to be proud of.
Southern Alberta's warm spell ends as new year brings chill
Calgary and southern Alberta enjoy final warm days of 2025 before temperatures dip for New Year's. Get the latest forecast details and what to expect for the start of 2026.
Northern Ontario Hosts Early New Year's Eve for Families
Northern Ontario families can celebrate 2026 early with adapted New Year's Eve events like Science North's 4 p.m. confetti drop in Sudbury. Discover family-friendly festivities across the region.
Caruso Club hosts Porchetta Bingo for New Year's Eve
Sudbury's Caruso Club swaps its traditional gala for a 'Porchetta Bingo' event this New Year's Eve, celebrating Italian heritage and aiming to attract a younger crowd. Discover the unique festivities.
Guelph New Year's Eve Fireworks Cancelled by Rotary Club
The Rotary Club of Guelph cancels the city's New Year's Eve fireworks show. Get the details on this last-minute change to holiday celebrations.
Calgary road closures for NYE fireworks draw mixed reactions
Calgary will close roads near McHugh Bluff from 9 p.m. Dec. 31 to 1 a.m. Jan. 1 for New Year's Eve fireworks. Residents must show ID, raising accessibility concerns. Read the details.
Short-staffed Calgary EMS braces for hectic New Year's Eve
Calgary paramedics anticipate a busy and demoralizing New Year's Eve with 10 fewer ambulances due to staff vacancies and hospital offload delays. Read about the strain on emergency services.
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