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.
A new survey reveals a split in Canadian views on Christmas, with many uncertain if it's a Christian holy day or a civic winter holiday. Discover the surprising data on belief and tradition.
While most celebrate, many Montrealers work through Christmas on snow removal, emergency services, and hospital care. Discover the stories behind the essential holiday shift.
Discover festive activities, dining options, and community events to enjoy in Ottawa on Christmas Day, 2025. Find holiday cheer in the capital.
Need a last-minute Christmas tree? A Calgary garden centre is giving theirs away for free on December 24, 2025. Get the details and spread some holiday cheer.
London, Ontario opens its airspace for Santa's Christmas Eve journey. NORAD tracker confirms his route as the city prepares for a mild Christmas Day with freezing rain risk on Boxing Day.
A London, Ontario couple has become famous for their spectacular residential Christmas display, featuring 50 inflatables and 10,000 lights. Discover the story behind their festive tradition.
Montreal is set for a white Christmas with fresh snowfall. Meanwhile, NORAD's Santa Tracker shows Saint Nick's global journey. Get the festive weather details and holiday magic.
Ottawa's urban tree canopy is declining, with many neighborhoods below 20% cover. Advocates say new zoning bylaws fail to protect mature trees from development, worsening heat islands.
Local Christmas tree sales are booming in Nova Scotia this season, with one seller moving 350 trees, even as international shipments face a downturn. Discover the local market shift.
Your complete guide to Christmas in Calgary for 2025. Discover festive events like Zoo Lights, free skating, and light displays, plus essential info on what's open and closed over the holidays.
Explore how Christmas in Chatham-Kent evolved from simple community gatherings in the 1850s to a more commercial holiday by 1900. Discover the festive history of this Ontario region.
Nova Scotia's Christmas tree farms report a significant sales increase for the 2025 season. Owners William Robichaud and Daniel Bar share insights into the holiday trend. Read more about the festive boost.
Brenda Buchanan steps down as CEO of Ontario's real estate regulator following the iPro Realty controversy. Get the latest details on the leadership change.
eXp Realty partners with Land id, providing agents nationwide with advanced property mapping and geospatial intelligence tools to enhance client presentations and market analysis.
A unique holiday auction in Nova Scotia sees bidders competing for a miniature Woody the Talking Christmas Tree. Get the festive details on this charming seasonal story.
A new Zoocasa report reveals Thunder Bay has Canada's strongest seller's housing market. See how Calgary, Edmonton, and Toronto compare in the latest sales-to-new-listings data.
Fengate Asset Management strengthens its U.S. push with the appointment of Alexander Glassman as Managing Director, Real Estate, U.S. Investments, based in Miami.
Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe's campaign promise to plant one million trees in his first term is falling drastically short, with only about 100,000 planted. The city's tree canopy lags behind goals and neighbouring Gatineau.
Condominium prices in the Greater Toronto Area have declined in 2025, driven by a significant slowdown in buyer demand. Get the latest analysis on the shifting real estate market.
New data from the Calgary Real Estate Board reveals a sharp drop in home sales and prices in communities surrounding Calgary for November 2025. Explore the key figures and see which town bucked the trend.
The Ford government appoints an administrator to Ontario's real estate regulator as payouts to iPro Realty clients commence. Get the latest details on the scandal.
Running late for Christmas? This Best Choice Products 6-foot pre-lit artificial tree is on sale for under $100. Available in multiple colours, it's a sturdy, reviewer-loved option to save you time and money.
Bastien Tree Farm in Essex, Ontario, is preparing for its busiest time of year as families seek the perfect real Christmas tree. Owner Ovid Bastien shares insights into the seasonal tradition.
Winnipeg's real estate market saw a slight dip in November sales, but overall 2025 performance remains robust. The Winnipeg Regional Real Estate Board reports a resilient market with strong fundamentals.
A four-bedroom detached home in Langley's Walnut Grove sold quickly for $1,223,500. Discover the details of this fast-paced Metro Vancouver real estate transaction and two other recent sales.
Home sales in the Greater Montreal Area declined 8.5% in November 2025, according to the local real estate board. Discover the key factors behind the market slowdown.
Montreal's housing market saw an 8% sales drop in November 2025, but rising listings are rebalancing conditions. Median plex prices surged 11% to $855,000. Explore the latest data and what it means for buyers and sellers.
The ByWard Market has won Ottawa's holiday height contest with a 48-foot Christmas tree, but a Gatineau rival looms for 2026. Discover the festive competition and city decorations.
Make-A-Wish Canada's Trees of Joy event in Edmonton granted extra holiday magic to wish recipients, including a young Oilers fan. Discover the heartwarming story.