Polar bear swims draw crowds across Canada for charity
Canadians from coast to coast plunged into icy waters on New Year's Day 2026 for traditional Polar Bear swims, raising vital funds for charity. Discover the chilly celebrations.
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New Brunswick Welcomes 2026 with Levees and Polar Dips
New Brunswickers celebrated New Year's Day 2026 with Lieutenant-Governor Louise Imbeault's first levee and chilly polar bear swims. Discover how the province kicked off the new year.
Regina's 2026 New Year's Resolutions and National News
As 2026 begins, residents of Regina share their personal goals. Explore their aspirations alongside major Canadian news from the first day of the year.
Polar Bear Swims Take Place Across Canada on New Year's Day
Canadians from coast to coast celebrated the arrival of 2026 with traditional polar bear swims, braving frigid waters in events like Dartmouth's Lake Banook dip. Discover the frosty festivities and other major New Year's headlines.
Ottawa's New Year's Day: Sunny but Bitterly Cold
Ottawa rings in 2026 with bright sunshine but frigid temperatures. Get the details on the capital's weather and what's open and closed for the holiday.
Laurentian Ski Hill marks 100 years as cold brings skiers
Laurentian Ski Hill thrives on its 100th anniversary, opening early with chairlift operations for the first time in a decade thanks to a bitter cold snap. Discover the historic season.
Lethbridge's New Year's Eve 2026: How the City Celebrated
As Lethbridge residents found unique ways to welcome 2026, a flurry of national stories unfolded, from Olympic team selections and weather alerts to new laws and health recalls. Get the full New Year's Eve recap.
Ring in 2026: New Year's Eve Guide for Downtown Windsor
Downtown Windsor is set for a vibrant New Year's Eve celebration to welcome 2026. Get details on events, safety tips from police, and how to plan your night.
Calgary's 2026 New Year's Eve Festivities Announced
Calgary is set to host a wide array of New Year's Eve events to ring in 2026. Discover the city's plans for a memorable celebration.
What's Open & Closed in Regina for New Year's Day 2026
Plan your first day of 2026 in Regina. Discover outdoor skating, skiing, the Lt.-Gov.'s Levee, facility hours, and what's closed for the holiday.
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.
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.
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.
Zappos Boxing Day Sales: Top 15 Shoe Deals
Zappos Boxing Day sales offer massive discounts on top brands like Ugg, Hoka, and Birkenstock. Use code SAVE20 for extra 20% off. Deals end December 29.
New Year's Eve 2026 Guide for Waterloo Region and Guelph
Plan your New Year's Eve in Waterloo Region and Guelph with our guide to celebrations, events, and festivities for December 31, 2025. Find the perfect way to welcome 2026.
Winnipeg New Year's Eve and Day Hours Guide 2025
Plan your New Year's in Winnipeg with our complete guide to city services, transit, and business hours for December 31 and January 1. Find out what's open and closed.
What's Open and Closed in Toronto on New Year's Day
Plan your January 1st in Toronto with our detailed guide. Find out which city services, transit, and businesses are operating on the holiday.
How to Ring in 2026 in Edmonton
Discover the best ways to celebrate New Year's Eve in Edmonton for 2025. From family-friendly events to festive gatherings, plan your perfect night to welcome 2026.
AOC to Introduce NYC Mayor-Elect Mamdani at Inauguration
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will formally introduce Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at his New Year's Day inauguration in New York City. Get the details on the ceremony and Mamdani's recent meeting with President Trump.
What to Do in Ottawa for New Year's Eve and Day 2025
Discover the best events and activities to ring in 2026 in Ottawa, from fireworks at City Hall to family skating parties. Plan your perfect New Year's celebration in the capital.
Where to See New Year's Eve Fireworks in Winnipeg
Plan your New Year's Eve in Winnipeg with our guide to official fireworks displays. Get times and locations to ring in 2026 with a bang!
Windsor-Essex New Year's Eve 2026 Event Guide
Discover family fireworks, all-night dance parties, and unique cabaret shows to celebrate New Year's Eve 2026 across Windsor and Essex County. Plan your perfect night.
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.
Boxing Day Tech Sales: Top Amazon Deals in Canada
Don't miss the best Boxing Day tech deals on Amazon Canada. Save big on Apple iPads, AirPods, smartwatches, headphones, and essential gadgets before the year ends.
Early New Year's Eve Celebrations Planned for Maritimes
Communities across Canada's Maritime provinces are preparing early New Year's Eve fireworks and countdowns to welcome 2026. Get details on the festive plans.
Boxing Day 2025: Deal-Hunters Flock to Stores and Online
Despite the growth of e-commerce, Canadian shoppers still headed to physical stores for Boxing Day deals. Retailers used extended sales to boost post-holiday revenue. Read more about the 2025 shopping trends.
Ottawa's Best Christmas Stories: Readers Share Memories
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.
Saskatoon Best Buy Sees Heavy Boxing Day Foot Traffic
Despite challenging weather, shoppers in Saskatoon flocked to Best Buy for Boxing Day deals. Get the details on the retail rush and related local news.
Calgary Boxing Day: Big Box vs. Local Shopping Trends
Boxing Day 2025 saw Calgary shoppers hunting for deals, with many heading to major retailers like Best Buy. Discover the split between big-box savings and local loyalty in the city's post-holiday sales rush.
Boxing Day shoppers brave cold in Ottawa for deals
Despite freezing conditions, dedicated shoppers flocked to Tanger Outlets in Ottawa on December 26, 2025, seeking the best Boxing Day sales. See how Canadians celebrated this retail tradition.
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