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.
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.
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie is launching a weekend respiratory clinic to handle a surge in flu cases. Get details on hours and the regional health context.
The Queen’s Athletic Skating Oval in Sudbury is now open for the season with weekday and weekend hours. The outdoor facility will be closed on Christmas Day.
The Bracebridge Library's community initiative saw patrons purchase hundreds of holiday gifts for local seniors in 2025. Discover how this heartwarming program brought joy beyond books.
Kitchener's Chicopee ski resort kicks off its 91st season early due to steady November snow. Get the details on the opening and what it means for local winter sports.
The City of Regina has opened the majority of its outdoor skating rinks for public use. Get the details on locations and safety tips for enjoying this classic Canadian winter activity.
Charges are dropped against a Quebec roadside zoo as part of a series exposing the dark side of private animal attractions. Discover the hidden costs beyond admission.
As the holidays near, Canada faces a severe flu season. Learn about the symptoms, risks, and how to protect yourself and your family during this critical period.
Canada's ski season faces a patchy start due to unpredictable weather. While some hills like Optimist Hill opened, others grapple with rain and warm spells. Get the latest conditions.
Arrowhead Provincial Park is preparing its beloved forest skate trail for another winter season. See how crews create the magical ice path through snowy woods.
Barrie's pilot project for off-road vehicle access during ice fishing season is now a permanent program. Learn about the city's initiative to enhance winter recreation and safety.
Paramedics in Muskoka receive a transformative anonymous donation of half a million dollars. Discover how this generous gift will support emergency services in the community.
A fierce battle unfolds to save three pregnant African lions as construction on a Muskoka facility continues this winter. Explore the hidden costs of roadside zoos in Canada.
Unseasonably warm temperatures and severe storms have pushed back opening dates for North Shore ski hills like Grouse Mountain. Get the latest on the impacts for local winter sports.
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.
A facility in the Barrie-Muskoka area has been designated as Canada's first sanctuary of its kind. Discover the details and significance of this landmark development for animal welfare and conservation.
Saskatoon's popular Optimist Hill has officially opened for the 2025 winter season, offering tubing and skiing. Get the details on hours and what's new this year.
A bat found inside a Barrie residence has tested positive for rabies, prompting urgent public health reminders. Learn the risks and essential safety steps.
Halifax's popular Emera Oval has reopened for the winter season, offering free outdoor skating. Get details on schedules and what to expect at this iconic Canadian destination.
An early and abundant snowfall is providing a significant winter boost to ski resorts and businesses in the Ottawa region. Local hills are reporting strong early-season traffic.
Environment Canada warns of significant snowfall in Muskoka, with up to 10 cm possible. Residents advised to prepare for winter driving conditions.
Learn when and how the City of Ottawa enforces winter parking bans to keep roads clear for snowplows. Essential info for residents to avoid tickets and towing.
Enthusiastic skiers hit the slopes at Camp Fortune in the Ottawa-Gatineau area despite frigid -20°C temperatures for the season's opening. Get the details on the snowy start.
Ottawa Public Health confirms flu season has begun. Data shows Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) activity is increasing across Ontario. Stay informed on symptoms and prevention.
Calgary's WinSport has officially opened its slopes for skiing and snowboarding, marking the start of the 2025-26 winter season. Get the details on the opening and what to expect.
The 2025 ski season is underway in Simcoe County as two major resorts open their slopes. Winter sports enthusiasts can now hit the hills in the region.
The Ontario government announces a multi-million dollar investment to repair and maintain snowmobile trails, ensuring a strong season for riders and local economies. Get the details on the funding and its impact.
Public health officials in Simcoe Muskoka warn of a dangerous substance causing severe poisonings. Learn the risks and safety advice.
The Rainbow Bridge at Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst has been revitalized into a touching community memorial for beloved pets who have passed away. Discover this heartwarming tribute.
As a major winter storm with snow squalls and up to 30 cm of snow targets Simcoe Muskoka, here are crucial safety tips from experts to help you and your family stay safe and warm.