Sponsored Recipe: Chris Brothers Cozy Ham Soup Offers Warmth During Deep Freeze
As a bitter cold snap tightens its grip across much of Canada, a sponsored culinary feature brings a touch of warmth to the forefront. Suzette Belliveau demonstrates how to create a comforting soup and sandwich meal using products from Chris Brothers, showcasing a cozy ham soup recipe that promises to be a hearty antidote to the frigid temperatures.
National Weather and News Headlines Dominate the Day
The extreme weather is a major theme in headlines from coast to coast. Toronto continues to endure bitter cold, with forecasts warning of a potential significant snowstorm arriving on Sunday. Environment Canada has issued extreme cold weather alerts for many regions, with some areas bracing for up to 30 cm of snow from lake-effect squalls and temperatures potentially plunging near -50°C with the wind chill.
Montreal is also set for a deep freeze this weekend, while Maritime residents are watching how a polar vortex and a major winter storm in the United States might influence local conditions. In response to the dangerous cold, a new 24-hour warming centre has opened in Regina.
Transportation Disruptions and Local Incidents
The cold weather coincides with other disruptions. In Toronto, the TTC is reporting a major disruption to downtown subway and streetcar routes following an incident at Union Station. Elsewhere, a transport truck driver was seriously injured in a collision on Line 86, and a Sudbury pedestrian sustained serious injuries in a South End collision. Police also reported an impaired driver who became stuck on a Highway 11 guardrail.
Community, Politics, and Business Updates
Community actions made news, as racist vandalism on a British Columbia city's 'Every Child Matters' bridge was quickly painted over with community assistance. In politics, the federal cabinet convened for a second day of meetings in Quebec City, while over 6,000 notices were issued to federal workers this week, including staff at Global Affairs Canada.
The business sector saw Canadian retail sales rise 1.3 per cent in November to $70.4 billion, according to Statistics Canada. Premier Scott Moe highlighted opportunities to expand canola exports beyond premium markets like China and the U.S.
Entertainment and Sports Highlights
In entertainment, actor Kip from 'Heated Rivalry' surprised fans at the Vancouver Canucks' Pride Night at Rogers Arena. The sports world watched as Ferrari's F1 team appeared 'more united than ever' with Lewis Hamilton driving their new car, and American teen Iva Jovic scored a career-best win at the Australian Open.
Health Advisories and Safety Reviews
Health Canada issued a warning against unauthorized versions of diabetes drugs Ozempic and Mounjaro, urging consumers not to buy or use them. In Saskatchewan, an independent review of hospital safety has been launched amid rising security concerns.
This collection of national and local stories paints a picture of a country dealing with severe weather, community resilience, and the ongoing flow of daily news, all while a simple soup recipe offers a suggestion for finding comfort at home.
