Ottawa's iconic Rideau Canal Skateway is now fully open for the 2026 season. Skaters are flocking to the UNESCO World Heritage Site for its first full opening of the year. Get the details on this beloved Canadian winter tradition.
Environment and Climate Change Canada confirms Ottawa experienced a colder and snowier December than usual in 2025. Discover the details and impacts on the city.
The entire Rideau Canal Skateway opens to the public Monday, January 5, 2026, as Environment Canada forecasts a cold and snowy day for Ottawa. Plan your skate!
As the winter break concludes, Ottawa families flock to city attractions. The Rideau Canal Skateway is set to fully open Monday, marking a key seasonal highlight for the capital.
The entire 7.8-kilometre Rideau Canal Skateway opens at 8 a.m. Monday, offering perfect ice conditions. Discover details on the season's early start and weather forecast.
The entire Rideau Canal Skateway in Ottawa is set to open on Monday, January 5, 2026, marking a major winter milestone for skaters. Get the details on this iconic Canadian experience.
Ottawa celebrates as a longer stretch of the Rideau Canal Skateway opens for the 2025 season, boosting local spirits and business. Discover the details and community impact.
Residents of Ottawa are urged to bundle up as frigid temperatures are forecast to persist through the weekend. Get the latest weather details and safety tips for the prolonged cold spell.
Despite dangerously cold weather, Ottawa residents are finding creative ways to stay active. Discover how the city is coping with the deep freeze and what officials are saying.
Skaters gain 800 more metres on Ottawa's Rideau Canal Skateway from Bank to Rideau Street starting Saturday. Over half of the iconic 7.8-km route is now open.
The Rideau Canal Skateway in Ottawa is extending its skateable surface up to Rideau Street starting Saturday, offering more space for winter recreation. Get the details on the opening.
A man has died after an altercation led to him falling into Montreal's Lachine Canal. The Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) is investigating the incident.
Your guide to Ottawa's first weekend of 2026, featuring community events, New Year's babies, and a look at new national laws taking effect. Discover what's happening in the capital.
Ottawa's winter feels harsh with freezing rain and an early canal opening, but experts say temperatures are within normal range. Discover the facts behind the seasonal chill.
Canadians from coast to coast celebrated the arrival of 2026 with polar plunges, skates, and new beginnings. Discover the new laws, Olympic team news, and top stories shaping the new year.
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
The City of Barrie has cancelled its official New Year's Eve celebrations, including the fireworks display, due to dangerous winter conditions and a declared winter maintenance event. Stay safe and warm.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.