Brian Doyle recounts how a teacher's unconventional lesson on the Spice Trade's real motives helped him understand history and escape a path to dropping out. Discover the power of relatable education.
As the iconic Elmdale Tavern changes hands, writer Brian Doyle's 2012 essay recalls its raucous past and surprising cultural evolution. A story of beer, touch football, and lasting memories in Ottawa.
Saskatoon police report eight homicides in 2025, with charges laid in five cases. Details on victims, investigations, and a look at recent years' statistics.
Saskatoon honours Mildred Kerr as its 2025 Citizen of the Year. Discover her journey from a childhood act in Kuroki to decades of community impact. Read her inspiring story.
A baby boy welcomed by Stephanie Fernandez and Elrick Obligar is Edmonton's first newborn of 2026, born at Grey Nuns Community Hospital. Discover the heartwarming details and Calgary's simultaneous arrival.
As 2026 begins, residents of Regina share their personal goals. Explore their aspirations alongside major Canadian news from the first day of the year.
From a centenarian celebrating on the golf course to community heroes, discover the uplifting stories that defined Saskatchewan in 2025. Read the full list here.
Ottawa Citizen readers pinpoint eight urgent city problems needing solutions in 2026, from potholes and transit woes to dangerous intersections. Discover their concise demands.
Ruth Robillard has been selected as CTV Regina's 2025 Citizen of the Year. Discover the inspiring story behind this local recognition and its significance for the community.
As 2025 ends, Montrealers downtown share their goals for the new year—or their decision to skip resolutions altogether. Discover the local hopes and plans for 2026.
Downtown Windsor is set for a vibrant New Year's Eve celebration to welcome 2026. Get details on events, safety tips from police, and how to plan your night.
Calgary is set to host a wide array of New Year's Eve events to ring in 2026. Discover the city's plans for a memorable celebration.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Albertans could face multiple, conflicting citizen-led referendum petitions in 2026, including on separation, creating a confusing political landscape. Get the details on the key players and questions.
A look back at the unforgettable sports stories from Saskatoon in 2025, featuring Huskies championships, inspiring comebacks, and local legends. Read the highlights 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!
Discover family fireworks, all-night dance parties, and unique cabaret shows to celebrate New Year's Eve 2026 across Windsor and Essex County. Plan your perfect night.
Downtown Barrie's New Year's Eve festivities have a new home this year. Discover the details of the venue change and what revellers can expect for the celebration.
Volunteers across Prince Edward Island participate in the annual Christmas Bird Count, contributing to vital continental wildlife data. Discover what rare species they found.
Communities across Canada's Maritime provinces are preparing early New Year's Eve fireworks and countdowns to welcome 2026. Get details on the festive plans.
A visual journey through Ottawa's 2025, from wildfire haze and royal visits to community triumphs and hard news. See the photos that defined the year in the capital.
Sporting Christmas sees a historic day with nearly $120,000 raised, including a single anonymous gift of $74,512. The campaign supports the Salvation Army's holiday hamper program in Saskatoon.
A family of seven is processing the devastating loss of their home east of Saskatoon just days before Christmas after a house fire. Learn how they are coping.
The Nordic ski community in Saskatoon is experiencing a significant rise in interest, with more residents embracing cross-country skiing. Discover the factors driving this winter sports trend.
A total of 26 Alberta politicians are now subject to citizen-led recall petitions, with three new petitions issued. The movement reflects growing public engagement in provincial accountability.
The City of Saskatoon announces its ski trails and outdoor skating ponds are ready for public use, offering residents a perfect way to enjoy winter activities. Get outside and explore!