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.
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.
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.
Ethan Hickey takes the helm at the Forest City Film Festival following Dorothy Downs's departure. Discover the leadership transition and its impact on London's arts scene.
The B.C. Supreme Court has ruled Vancouver can continue removing trees in Stanley Park due to a moth infestation, dismissing a preservation society's challenge. Read the full ruling details.
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.
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.
Wellington County OPP are asking for the public's help to identify a suspect in an alleged grocery store theft in Mount Forest. Images released from the December 13 incident.
A landmark deal in southeastern B.C. permanently protects over 450 sq km of critical forest habitat. Learn about this historic partnership and its impact on wildlife and climate. Read more.
Alberta Sheriffs have secured a 90-day closure of a notorious Calgary drug house following nearly 150 complaints and a two-year SCAN unit investigation. Read the full story.
The suspect in a brutal Calgary sexual assault testified the encounter was consensual, while the victim has no memory of the attack. The judge's ruling is expected in March.
Community groups fear Ottawa's rezoning of over 100 hectares of NCC land could threaten the Poets' Pathway and vital urban forest. Learn about the transparency concerns and environmental impact.
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.
The National Capital Commission has started flooding operations on the Rideau Canal Skateway. Crews worked on the ice Sunday, but no opening date is set for the world's largest skating rink.