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.
Plan your first day of 2026 in Montreal with our essential guide to city services, transit schedules, and business hours for the statutory holiday.
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.
Governor General Mary Simon shares her annual New Year's message, reflecting on Canadian unity and looking ahead to 2026. Read her full statement of hope and resilience.
Your guide to celebrating New Year's Eve 2025 in Montreal's Old Port. Festivities run from 7:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Plan your night with our essential details.
Explore the timeless tradition of singing 'Auld Lang Syne' at midnight on New Year's Eve. Discover the Scottish poem's history and its powerful role in uniting people worldwide as they welcome 2026.
Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted national technological achievements and reaffirmed the commitment to Taiwan reunification in his New Year's Eve address. Read the full analysis.
Sydney's iconic New Year's Eve celebrations for 2026 began with a poignant tribute to victims of the Bondi attack, as fireworks lit up the harbour. Read more about the commemorative event.
Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year's address to declare Russia's victory in Ukraine is inevitable. Read the full statement and international context.
Global stock markets showed mixed results on December 31, 2025, with several exchanges closed for the New Year. The AP reports on the year's final trading session.
Hong Kong cancels its iconic New Year's Eve fireworks display over Victoria Harbour following the city's deadliest fire in decades. A sombre celebration marks the start of 2026.
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.
As the year ends, Lethbridge Mayor Blaine Hyggen highlights key achievements and a positive outlook from 2025 in an exclusive interview. Discover what made it a year to be proud of.
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.
Moncton gears up for a massive New Year's Eve celebration with the Family Fun Fest. Co-chair Shane Esson promises an unforgettable evening of family-friendly festivities to ring in 2026.
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.
Ring in 2026 in Edmonton with a final party at Chvrch of John, a free Ice District tailgate with Owen Riegling, and concerts at Black Dog & Churchill Square. Get all the details.
Plan your January 1st in Toronto with our detailed guide. Find out which city services, transit, and businesses are operating on the holiday.
Discover family-friendly and festive ways to celebrate New Year's Eve across Windsor-Essex. From the new City Hall ice rink to community events, find your perfect way to welcome 2026.
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.
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.
Discover how Windsor-Essex is celebrating New Year's Eve 2026. From the new City Hall ice rink to family-friendly festivities, find your perfect way to welcome the new year. Plan your celebration now!
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.
Russia claims Ukraine targeted President Putin's residence with drones, vowing retaliation. The allegation, dismissed by Kyiv, threatens fragile peace talks. Read the latest.
Russian President Vladimir Putin accuses Ukraine of targeting his home with drones, vowing to reconsider peace agreements. Zelenskyy dismisses it as a 'new lie,' complicating Trump's diplomatic push.
Vladimir Putin accuses Ukraine of targeting his home with drones, vowing to revise Russia's negotiating stance. Zelenskyy calls it a 'new lie' as Trump's peace efforts face fresh hurdles. Read the latest.
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.
Russia claims Ukraine targeted Vladimir Putin's residence. Kyiv dismisses the allegation as a 'lie'. Tensions escalate amid ongoing conflict.
Ring in 2026 in Calgary! Discover the main fireworks at Eau Claire Plaza, free New Year's Day skating, family events at libraries, and what's open. Plan your celebration now.
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!
Toronto prepares for New Year's Eve with fireworks, live music, and traffic advisories. Get all the details on the city's official celebrations and how to navigate the festivities.