Montreal faces a frigid first weekend of 2026 with wind chill values approaching -30°C and a significant frostbite risk. Get the detailed forecast and essential safety tips for the extreme cold.
A major multi-day winter storm hits Canada, with warnings for up to 70 cm of snow and extreme cold. Environment Canada issues alerts for 12 provinces and territories. Stay informed on closures and safety.
Ottawa greets the first Friday of 2026 with cold temperatures, cloud cover, and scattered snow flurries. Get the full weather details and how it fits into the national forecast.
More than 200 people plunged into icy waters at Britannia Beach on Jan. 1, 2026, to kick off the new year. The event, hosted by Ottawa Cold Plunge & Ritual Recovery, is a bold local tradition.
Canadians from coast to coast celebrated the arrival of 2026 with traditional polar bear swims, braving frigid waters in events like Dartmouth's Lake Banook dip. Discover the frosty festivities and other major New Year's headlines.
Windsor-Essex endures a persistent cold snap with snow flurries and dangerous wind chills on New Year's Day 2026. Stay updated on local conditions and advisories.
Edmonton launches its extreme weather response starting January 1, 2026, to protect vulnerable residents from harsh winter conditions. Get the latest details on warming centres and safety measures.
Thunder Bay police have made arrests in the 2014 slaying of a local man, marking a breakthrough in a long-standing cold case. Get the latest details on the investigation.
Toronto rings in 2026 under an extreme cold warning. Bundle up for outdoor celebrations as temperatures plummet. Get the latest forecast and safety tips here.
Windsor-Essex can expect calm but frigid conditions for New Year's Eve and Day, with temperatures well below freezing. Get the full forecast and local celebration details.
New SNAP waivers in Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Utah, and West Virginia restrict purchases of soda and candy. Critics warn of implementation chaos and increased stigma for recipients. Learn about the policy shift and its impacts.
Braeburn, Yukon, recorded a historic -55.7°C, Canada's coldest December temperature since 1975. Explore the extreme cold snap and its global weather context.
Ottawa faces a sharp drop in temperatures as winter reasserts itself. Get the latest forecast and learn how the city is coping with the renewed deep freeze.
Southern Alberta emerges from its first major cold spell of the season, with forecasts predicting a prolonged stretch of milder conditions for Calgary and Lethbridge. Stay informed on the regional weather shift.
Meteorologist Colleen Bready details the chilly conditions closing out 2025 in Winnipeg. Get the latest forecast and prepare for the cold snap.
Montreal police announce the resolution of Catherine Daviau's 2008 murder, highlighting how modern DNA analysis is bringing justice to long-unsolved cases across Canada.
Vancouver activates additional emergency shelter spaces to protect vulnerable residents from a severe cold spell. Learn about the city's response and available resources.
A widespread system of winter weather brings snow, rain, and extreme cold across Canada, triggering numerous warnings. Stay informed on the latest conditions and impacts.
Calgary battles extreme cold with wind chills near -30°C, causing flight delays, closed ski hills, and health warnings. Here's what you need to know if you must venture out.
A dangerously cold north wind is sweeping through Calgary, putting the city's homeless and vulnerable populations at significant risk. Learn about the immediate dangers and community response.
A major winter storm brings blizzard conditions, freezing rain, and dangerous windchill across Canada on December 26, 2025, disrupting travel and prompting widespread warnings.
Montreal faces a severe cold snap with wind chills reaching -28°C. Environment Canada warns of frostbite risks. Here's how to stay safe and the weekend forecast.
A cross-country weather system brings extreme conditions for Christmas 2025, from deep cold in the West to freezing rain in Ontario and winter storms in the East. Stay informed on the national forecast.
A significant winter storm is set to bring heavy snow and extreme cold to Western and Northern Canada for Christmas 2025, with travel disruptions expected. Stay informed on the latest forecasts and warnings.
B.C. Premier David Eby ends a troubled year hinting at a possible snap election, despite the enormous risk. Analysis of the NDP's readiness and the precarious political math.
Calgary faces its chilliest Christmas since 2021. Environment Canada warns of frostbite risk, with a warm-up expected for New Year's. Learn how to stay safe.
Calgary EMS issues urgent frostbite warning as temperatures plunge well below seasonal. Health officials detail the rapid risks and essential safety tips for residents during the extreme cold.
Environment Canada warns of dangerously cold wind chills reaching -50 in Manitoba. Stay informed on the forecast and crucial safety tips for surviving the deep freeze.
Environment Canada has issued a cold weather warning for parts of Saskatchewan as frigid temperatures descend. Learn how to stay safe and prepare for the dangerous chill.
Ottawa residents should prepare for a cloudy day and a cold evening this Sunday, December 21. Get the latest weather details and tips for staying warm.