Windsor-Essex New Year's Eve 2025 Celebrations Guide
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.
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New Year's Eve 2026 Events Across Windsor-Essex
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!
International Teams Set High Bar at Bell Capital Cup
Hockey players from Hong Kong and other nations arrive in Ottawa for the 25th Bell Capital Cup, setting ambitious goals and showcasing global talent. Read about their journey and expectations.
High Winds Force Windsor Outdoor Venue Closures
Strong gusts up to 90 km/h forced Windsor to temporarily shut down Bright Lights Windsor and outdoor skating rinks for safety on Dec. 29, 2025. Get the latest updates.
Hockey legend Eric Lindros fights to save Weston arena
Hockey Hall of Famer Eric Lindros is championing the effort to preserve the historic Weston Lions Arena, slated for closure in 2026. Community pressure and MLSE's openness offer hope for a compromise.
Major leak prompts evacuation of Ottawa care home
Ottawa firefighters successfully contained a major leak and evacuated residents from a long-term care facility on December 28, 2025. No injuries were reported in the incident.
St. Albert Rink Closed After Copper Wire Theft
The Kingswood Park skating rink in St. Albert is closed indefinitely after thieves stole critical copper wiring, causing extensive damage and a major community loss.
Bracebridge opens festive skating rink and trail for winter
The Town of Bracebridge welcomes the holiday season with the opening of its popular outdoor skating rink and trail, offering festive fun for families and visitors throughout the winter.
Firefighters host Christmas Eve skate in Memramcook
New Brunswick firefighters swapped gear for skates, hosting a special Christmas Eve event at the Memramcook rink. A heartwarming community tradition.
Nursing Home Explosion Near Philadelphia Injures Residents
An explosion at Silver Lake Healthcare Center in Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, caused a partial building collapse, leaving people injured and trapped. Authorities are investigating the suspected gas blast.
B.C. $2 properties evacuated over landslide risk
Two Chilliwack properties, assessed at just $2 due to landslide risk from 2021 storms, face new evacuation orders. Homeowners question the purpose as they await government aid.
Video shows brawling at B.C. minor hockey game
Disturbing video captures a physical altercation involving coaches at a minor hockey game in Vernon, B.C. The incident, now under investigation, raises serious concerns about safety in youth sports.
Sudbury's Queen's Athletic Skating Oval Temporarily Closed
The popular Queen's Athletic Skating Oval in Sudbury, Ontario, is temporarily closed for essential maintenance. Get the latest details on the closure and what it means for local skaters.
Chilliwack Evacuation Order Issued Over Landslide Risk
Two Chilliwack properties are under evacuation order due to immediate landslide danger, following an atmospheric river that caused widespread flooding in the Fraser Valley. Read the latest updates.
B.C. officials order evacuations over landslide risk
Two properties in Electoral Area 'E' were evacuated on December 19, 2025, due to an immediate landslide threat. Officials warn residents to heed safety orders.
Abbotsford's Castle Fun Park Owner Pays for Flood Upgrades
The owner of Castle Fun Park in Abbotsford is personally financing crucial flood defence upgrades after severe flooding hit the attraction in December 2025. Learn about the community impact and recovery efforts.
Abbotsford ends flood evacuation alerts
The City of Abbotsford has rescinded all remaining evacuation alerts as floodwaters recede and the flood watch concludes. Residents can now return home safely.
Eby to raise B.C. flood mitigation with PM, premiers
As final evacuation orders lift, Premier David Eby says B.C. cannot prevent future disasters without federal help. He will raise the issue with the Prime Minister and other premiers.
Abbotsford lifts all flood evacuation orders
Residents of Sumas Prairie can return home as evacuation orders are rescinded and the Sumas River flood warning is downgraded. Get the latest updates on the recovery.
Abbotsford lifts last evacuation orders after flooding
Abbotsford, B.C. has rescinded all remaining evacuation orders following recent flooding, though hundreds of properties are still under alert. Get the latest details.
Ottawa asks residents to skip backyard rinks this winter
The City of Ottawa is requesting residents on private wells to avoid creating backyard skating rinks this season due to water conservation concerns. Learn the details and reasoning behind the advisory.
88-year-old Zamboni driver is Spiritwood's hockey matriarch
Joyce Willick, 88, holds the keys to Spiritwood's arena and remains a revered back-up Zamboni driver. Discover the story of Saskatchewan's beloved hockey matriarch.
Toronto building evacuated after gas leak, 1 hospitalized
A gas leak in a Toronto building led to a full evacuation and sent one person to the hospital. Emergency crews responded to the scene on December 16, 2025.
Flooding Begins on Rideau Canal Skateway in Ottawa
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.
Windsor Opens New City Hall Square 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.
Montrealers Eager to Skate as Rink Openings Lag
An early cold snap has Montrealers searching for open ice, but most city rinks remain closed. Discover the status of seasonal preparations and when you can lace up your skates.
Thai Air Strikes Target Cambodian Military Positions
Thailand's military has conducted air strikes against Cambodian forces following border clashes. The escalation has forced Thai residents to flee their homes. Read the latest on this developing international conflict.
Henderson Ice Centre enters phase 2 of major renovation
The Henderson Ice Centre in Lethbridge moves into the second phase of its major renovation project. Discover what's next for this key community facility and how it will impact local sports.
Windsor's New City Hall Square Ice Rink Opens Dec. 13
The City of Windsor announces the grand opening of a new outdoor skating rink and water feature at City Hall Square on December 13, 2025. Discover details about this exciting downtown addition.
Newmarket's Lions Park Hockey Rink Opens for Season
The Lions Park outdoor hockey rink in Newmarket, Ontario, officially opened for the 2025-2026 season on December 4. Here's what residents need to know about using the popular community facility.
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