The Rideau Canal Skateway opened on New Year's Eve, marking its earliest opening since 2018. Ottawa residents and newcomers embraced the iconic winter tradition, skating on a 3.4-km stretch despite freezing temperatures. Discover the magic of Canada's win
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.
Skate into the new year on a 3.4 km stretch of Ottawa's Rideau Canal Skateway, opening at 8 a.m. on December 31. BeaverTails and rentals available. Get the details.
A 3.4 km section of Ottawa's iconic Rideau Canal Skateway will open to the public on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Get the details on the season's start and skating conditions.
Country star Brett Kissel will headline the inaugural concert at Nisku's new Silent Ice Center this New Year's Eve. Get details on the Alberta event.
The NCC reports ongoing flooding operations on Ottawa's Rideau Canal Skateway, delaying its opening. Officials urge patience as crews work to create a safe ice surface. Get the latest updates.
The iconic former Hudson's Bay department store at 73 Rideau Street in downtown Ottawa has been officially listed for sale. Discover the details and potential future of this prime real estate.
The landmark former Hudson's Bay building on Rideau Street in Ottawa is officially for sale. Discover the future of this prime downtown property and what it means for the city's retail landscape.
Denny's Canada celebrates its 55th anniversary with a new 24/7 location at Yonge and Sheppard in North York, introducing its 'Love-a-Bowls' menu and seating 142 guests.
The latest Pandoran epic, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash,' premieres with a massive $345 million global opening weekend. Discover the box office details and what this means for the franchise's future.
Kitchener's Chicopee ski resort kicks off its 91st season early due to steady November snow. Get the details on the opening and what it means for local winter sports.
A revamped McDonald's restaurant has opened at Rideau and Dalhousie in Ottawa, blending contemporary design with historical elements. Discover the new approach to a familiar favourite.
McDonald's is making a comeback on Rideau Street in Ottawa, with new signage confirming the opening. The fast-food giant's return marks a significant development for the downtown core.
Unseasonably warm weather and rain have forced the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort near Quebec City to postpone its opening by an additional day. Get the latest details on the new schedule.
Montreal's Sud-Ouest borough signs a two-year pact with Parks Canada to clear snow from 5 km of Lachine Canal paths, boosting winter access for cyclists and pedestrians. Learn about the new winter mobility plan.
Your guide to Montreal's weekend highlights: the satirical year-end show '2025 revue et corrigée' at Théâtre du Rideau Vert, Disney on Ice at Place Bell, and free outdoor skating at Esplanade Tranquille. Discover local culture and family fun.
Canada's ski season faces a patchy start due to unpredictable weather. While some hills like Optimist Hill opened, others grapple with rain and warm spells. Get the latest conditions.
A Chinook-like warm front halts NCC's ice-building on the Rideau Canal Skateway. With highs up to 7°C forecast, crews hope for minimal impact on the iconic Ottawa winter attraction.
A 26-year-old Rideau Lakes man, initially charged with attempted murder of a child, now faces 63 charges after an investigation identified five victims. Learn the details of the disturbing case.
NCC crews have started flooding the Rideau Canal to build ice for the Skateway's opening. While cold temperatures helped, forecasted warmth poses a challenge for the world's largest skating rink.
Saskatoon's popular Optimist Hill has officially opened for the 2025 winter season, offering tubing and skiing. Get the details on hours and what's new this year.
The new King Thunderbird Centre officially opened its doors in Edmonton on December 15, 2025, marking a significant upgrade from the old Boyle Street location. Discover the impact on the community.
Construction on Cargill's new canola processing facility in Regina is now 50% complete. The project remains on schedule for a 2025 opening, boosting Saskatchewan's agri-processing sector.
The National Capital Commission has started flooding operations on the Rideau Canal Skateway. Crews worked on the ice Sunday, but no opening date is set for the world's largest skating rink.
Hundreds celebrated the grand opening of Windsor's new outdoor ice rink at City Hall Square, a multimillion-dollar community hub for winter skating and summer gatherings. Discover the details.
Braving the winter chill, Windsor residents lined up for the grand opening of the city's first Jimmy John's sandwich shop on December 12, 2025. The first 100 customers received a free sandwich.
Calgary embraced the holiday spirit this weekend with the Santa Shuffle Fun Run, the Olympic Oval's Holiday Market, and Flames players visiting sick children. See the highlights.
A new community hub is set to open in Montreal's West Island in September 2025, replacing the former West Island Assistance Fund site destroyed by fire in 2019. Learn about the project's significance.
The City of Orillia officially opened its new warming centre on Friday, December 5, 2025. The facility provides a crucial warm, safe space for residents during the cold winter months.
Calgary's WinSport has officially opened its slopes for skiing and snowboarding, marking the start of the 2025-26 winter season. Get the details on the opening and what to expect.