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.
Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a Christmas greeting to former U.S. President Donald Trump, the Kremlin confirmed. Get the details on this diplomatic exchange.
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 festive activities, dining options, and community events to enjoy in Ottawa on Christmas Day, 2025. Find holiday cheer in the capital.
Canada's transport minister confirms Santa Claus is cleared for his global Christmas Eve journey. Get the festive details on this cherished holiday tradition.
London, Ontario opens its airspace for Santa's Christmas Eve journey. NORAD tracker confirms his route as the city prepares for a mild Christmas Day with freezing rain risk on Boxing Day.
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.
For over seven decades, NORAD has tracked Santa's Christmas Eve journey using military tech. Learn how the tradition started and how to follow along in real-time.
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 convoy of Winnipeg drivers delivered a massive, last-minute donation to the Christmas Cheer Board on December 23, 2025, ensuring hundreds of hampers reached families in need just in time for the holiday.
A dedicated couple near Priddis, Alberta, lights up the holiday season by transforming their property into an elaborate Christmas display. Discover the story behind their festive passion.
Environment Canada predicts a snowy Christmas morning for much of the country. Senior climatologist David Phillips shares the festive forecast, with exceptions for coastal regions.
A new poll reveals a resurgence in Canadians preferring 'Merry Christmas' as a holiday greeting. Discover the data and the editorial defending the phrase's universal message of goodwill.
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.
Environment Canada predicts a snowy Christmas for much of the country. Senior climatologist David Phillips shares the festive forecast details. Will your region see snow?
Meteorologist Colleen Bready details the Christmas Eve forecast for Manitoba. Find out if snow is expected and what conditions Winnipeggers should prepare for.
For over two decades, the Calgary Herald has transformed its Christmas Eve front page into a festive greeting. Discover the history and see what's planned for 2025.
Catherine Ford shares a personal story of spending Christmas alone, highlighting the profound generosity of others and the true meaning of the holiday season in reaching out to the lonely.
A new Research Co. poll reveals most Canadians still prefer the traditional 'Merry Christmas' greeting, with political and regional divides. Discover the holiday stress trends and festive preferences across the nation.
Plan your holidays in Toronto with our guide to attractions, transit, and store hours for Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Find out what's open and closed.
Local Christmas tree sales are booming in Nova Scotia this season, with one seller moving 350 trees, even as international shipments face a downturn. Discover the local market shift.
Plan your holidays in Toronto with our guide to what's open and closed on Christmas Eve and during the festive period. Includes TTC, GO Transit, and city services.
British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, famed for the holiday classic 'Driving Home for Christmas,' has died at 74. His family confirmed his peaceful passing after a short illness.
British rock musician Chris Rea, famous for the holiday classic 'Driving Home for Christmas,' has died at age 74 after a short illness. Discover his life and legacy.
Your essential guide to Winnipeg's holiday schedule. Find out what services, transit, and businesses are operating on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, 2025.
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.
Pope Leo XIV delivered a nuanced Christmas message to the Roman Curia, subtly critiquing Vatican culture in a style reminiscent of his predecessors. Read the full analysis of his 2025 address.
Montreal is on track for a white Christmas as forecasts predict 2-10 centimetres of snow this week, following a recent thaw. Get the detailed holiday weather outlook.
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.