High Winds Force Windsor Outdoor Venue Closures
Strong gusts up to 90 km/h forced Windsor to temporarily shut down Bright Lights Windsor and outdoor skating rinks for safety on Dec. 29, 2025. Get the latest updates.
Strong gusts up to 90 km/h forced Windsor to temporarily shut down Bright Lights Windsor and outdoor skating rinks for safety on Dec. 29, 2025. Get the latest updates.
Ring in 2026 in Calgary! Discover the main fireworks at Eau Claire Plaza, free New Year's Day skating, family events at libraries, and what's open. Plan your celebration now.
The NCC reports ongoing flooding operations on Ottawa's Rideau Canal Skateway, delaying its opening. Officials urge patience as crews work to create a safe ice surface. Get the latest updates.
The popular skating trail at Echo Valley Provincial Park in Saskatchewan is now open for the season. Discover hours, safety tips, and what makes this winter destination special.
The Kingswood Park skating rink in St. Albert is closed indefinitely after thieves stole critical copper wiring, causing extensive damage and a major community loss.
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.
Young students in Edmonton are learning vital coding skills by developing their own video games through the Code Ninjas after-school program, blending education with creativity.
Discover the festive programs and services offered by the City of London this holiday season, including outdoor skating and shopping initiatives. Explore what's happening in Victoria Park and beyond.
Discover how Volt hockey, an adaptive sport played in battery-powered carts, is empowering athletes with disabilities at Toronto's Variety Village and gaining national recognition.
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!
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 popular Queen's Athletic Skating Oval in Sudbury, Ontario, is temporarily closed for essential maintenance. Get the latest details on the closure and what it means for local skaters.
The U.S. Army plans to limit a longstanding preference for blind vendors in dining hall contracts, a move critics call part of a broader attack on programs for underrepresented workers. Learn the details and potential legal challenges.
A Calgary woman on AISH says a $420 doctor's fee prevents her from applying for the federal disability tax credit, risking a $200 monthly clawback. The deadline is February 28.
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.
St. Clair College alumni support ensures the Knobby's Kids free skating program returns to Windsor for an 18th season, providing winter joy for local children. Learn about this heartwarming community initiative.
A peer-reviewed study reveals temporary foreign workers accept lower pay and longer hours, impacting domestic wages. Explore the data and economic consequences.
Your guide to Montreal's weekend highlights: the satirical year-end show '2025 revue et corrigée' at Théâtre du Rideau Vert, Disney on Ice at Place Bell, and free outdoor skating at Esplanade Tranquille. Discover local culture and family fun.
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.
A Regina city councillor is pushing to halt the electric bus program during budget talks, labeling it another failed initiative. Get the details on the motion and the debate.
Skate Canada will no longer host national or international events in Alberta, citing the province's new sports gender legislation. The move impacts future competitions.
Skate Canada will not host national or international events in Alberta due to the province's Fairness and Safety in Sport Act, restricting transgender athletes. The decision follows the law's implementation in September 2025.
Skate Canada will no longer host national or international events in Alberta following the province's Fairness and Safety in Sport Act. Learn about the decision and its impact.
Skate Canada is pulling all sanctioned events from Alberta in response to the province's new sports gender participation law. The move impacts competitions and development programs.
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.
The City of Barrie has officially opened its outdoor skating rinks for the winter season, including the popular Circle at the Centre at City Hall. Get the details on this seasonal tradition.
Community volunteers in Kitchener are hard at work preparing outdoor ice rinks, including the popular rink at Conway Park, for the winter skating season. Get the details on this local effort.
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.
Some Essex County residents are still waiting for new recycling carts as Windsor-Essex transitions its blue box program. Key details on the rollout and what it means for 2026.
Alberta's UCP government passed Bill 12, redefining disability support and moving 77,000 people to a new program. Advocates call it a cruel move on International Day of Persons with Disabilities.