Ottawa Citizen readers reveal their favourite holiday traditions, from Parliament Hill lights to unique gifts gone wrong. Discover heartwarming local stories that capture the spirit of an Ottawa Christmas.
Charitable groups in Calgary, including the Drop-In Centre and Salvation Army, provided meals, warmth, and gifts to hundreds in need on Christmas Day 2025. Volunteers shared their motivation to make the day special for the city's most vulnerable.
For 57 years, Candy Cane Lane has lit up Edmonton with festive spirit. Discover the origins and enduring magic of this beloved holiday tradition.
A new survey reveals a split in Canadian views on Christmas, with many uncertain if it's a Christian holy day or a civic winter holiday. Discover the surprising data on belief and tradition.
While most celebrate, many Montrealers work through Christmas on snow removal, emergency services, and hospital care. Discover the stories behind the essential holiday shift.
Discover which Edmonton businesses are open on Christmas Day 2025, including gyms and last-minute shopping options. Plan your holiday with our essential local guide.
Discover festive activities, dining options, and community events to enjoy in Ottawa on Christmas Day, 2025. Find holiday cheer in the capital.
For the 15th consecutive year, Santa Claus brought festive joy to Edmonton's St. Albert Trail on Christmas Eve, 2025. Discover the heartwarming tradition that captivated the community.
On Christmas Eve 2025, Edmonton shoppers shared heartfelt wishes for comfort and peace. Discover the community spirit amid the festive rush at West Edmonton Mall.
An Edmonton driver reports his key fob was jammed at West Edmonton Mall on Dec. 23, 2025, raising security concerns. Learn the details and how to protect your vehicle.
Sporting Christmas sees a historic day with nearly $120,000 raised, including a single anonymous gift of $74,512. The campaign supports the Salvation Army's holiday hamper program in Saskatoon.
A London, Ontario couple has become famous for their spectacular residential Christmas display, featuring 50 inflatables and 10,000 lights. Discover the story behind their festive tradition.
Montreal is set for a white Christmas with fresh snowfall. Meanwhile, NORAD's Santa Tracker shows Saint Nick's global journey. Get the festive weather details and holiday magic.
A Vancouver charity was defrauded of $500 in gift cards. Learn how the scam works and get expert tips to protect yourself and your donations this holiday season.
Souls Harbour Rescue Mission distributed more than 1,200 free Christmas meals across Nova Scotia on December 23, 2025, bringing holiday cheer to communities in need.
A tragic car collision in west Edmonton has resulted in one fatality and two individuals hospitalized. Edmonton Police are investigating the incident that occurred on December 23, 2025.
The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation launches a special 50/50 raffle to raise crucial funds for food banks across Alberta during the holiday season. Learn how you can participate and help.
Windsor's Sleep in Heavenly Peace chapter celebrates a major milestone, building and delivering its 1000th bed for a child in need just before Christmas. Read about this heartwarming local achievement.
The S'Aints' annual Sleighing Hunger charity concert in Windsor has raised a record-breaking $123,000 to combat local food insecurity. Discover how the community came together.
The Edmonton Radial Railway Society cancels its holiday Christmas Car service due to unexpected mechanical failures. Discover the impact on festive traditions and future plans.
Your complete guide to Christmas in Calgary for 2025. Discover festive events like Zoo Lights, free skating, and light displays, plus essential info on what's open and closed over the holidays.
Explore how Christmas in Chatham-Kent evolved from simple community gatherings in the 1850s to a more commercial holiday by 1900. Discover the festive history of this Ontario region.
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.
Parachutes for Pets Edmonton hosted a festive Paws & Claws holiday event on December 20, 2025, offering treats and photos for furry friends. Discover the heartwarming community gathering.
The Sporting Christmas campaign nears $50,000, with donors honouring loved ones like Corrine Weiman and supporting the Salvation Army's hamper program in Saskatoon. Learn how to contribute.
A Charlottetown home is aglow with over 38,000 Christmas lights, creating a dazzling display to raise money for cancer support initiatives. See the story of holiday cheer turned into community aid.
CTV Edmonton's Toy Mountain campaign concludes successfully, gathering more than 2,000 toys for the Boys and Girls Club Big Brothers Big Sisters. Volunteers sorted donations for delivery.
Explore Edmonton's festive weekend events before Christmas 2025, including the Zoominescence light festival at the Valley Zoo. Your guide to local holiday fun.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Elementary Hockey Academy held its annual fundraising game at South Side Arena, collecting toy donations for Ronald McDonald House in Edmonton. Join the community spirit.
Volunteers with the Christmas Bureau of Edmonton packed hundreds of holiday hampers on December 18, 2025, ensuring festive meals reach those in need this season. Read about this community effort.