Windsor-Essex New Year's Eve 2025 Celebrations Guide
Discover family-friendly and festive ways to celebrate New Year's Eve across Windsor-Essex. From the new City Hall ice rink to community events, find your perfect way to welcome 2026.
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New Year's Eve 2026 Events Across Windsor-Essex
Discover how Windsor-Essex is celebrating New Year's Eve 2026. From the new City Hall ice rink to family-friendly festivities, find your perfect way to welcome the new year. Plan your celebration now!
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.
Hockey legend Eric Lindros fights to save Weston arena
Hockey Hall of Famer Eric Lindros is championing the effort to preserve the historic Weston Lions Arena, slated for closure in 2026. Community pressure and MLSE's openness offer hope for a compromise.
St. Albert Rink Closed After Copper Wire Theft
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.
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.
Firefighters host Christmas Eve skate in Memramcook
New Brunswick firefighters swapped gear for skates, hosting a special Christmas Eve event at the Memramcook rink. A heartwarming community tradition.
Sudbury's Queen's Athletic Skating Oval Temporarily Closed
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.
Ottawa asks residents to skip backyard rinks this winter
The City of Ottawa is requesting residents on private wells to avoid creating backyard skating rinks this season due to water conservation concerns. Learn the details and reasoning behind the advisory.
88-year-old Zamboni driver is Spiritwood's hockey matriarch
Joyce Willick, 88, holds the keys to Spiritwood's arena and remains a revered back-up Zamboni driver. Discover the story of Saskatchewan's beloved hockey matriarch.
Flooding Begins on Rideau Canal Skateway in Ottawa
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.
Windsor Opens New City Hall Square Skating Rink
Hundreds celebrated the grand opening of Windsor's new outdoor ice rink at City Hall Square, a multimillion-dollar community hub for winter skating and summer gatherings. Discover the details.
Montrealers Eager to Skate as Rink Openings Lag
An early cold snap has Montrealers searching for open ice, but most city rinks remain closed. Discover the status of seasonal preparations and when you can lace up your skates.
Henderson Ice Centre enters phase 2 of major renovation
The Henderson Ice Centre in Lethbridge moves into the second phase of its major renovation project. Discover what's next for this key community facility and how it will impact local sports.
Windsor's New City Hall Square Ice Rink Opens Dec. 13
The City of Windsor announces the grand opening of a new outdoor skating rink and water feature at City Hall Square on December 13, 2025. Discover details about this exciting downtown addition.
Newmarket's Lions Park Hockey Rink Opens for Season
The Lions Park outdoor hockey rink in Newmarket, Ontario, officially opened for the 2025-2026 season on December 4. Here's what residents need to know about using the popular community facility.
Windsor's new downtown ice rink set to open soon
Windsor's new downtown ice rink at City Hall Square is in the final stages of preparation, with ice-making complete. The free public rink is set for a soft opening shortly. Get the details.
Pavarotti statue stuck in skating rink angers Italy
A statue honoring opera legend Luciano Pavarotti has been controversially placed inside a temporary skating rink in Italy, drawing public fury and accusations of disrespect.
Your 2025 Metro Vancouver Christmas Events Guide
Discover the festive magic in Metro Vancouver for Christmas 2025. Our guide lists must-visit events like the Robson Square rink and VanDusen lights. Plan your holiday season now!
Zamboni fire causes evacuation at Saskatchewan rink
A Zamboni machine caught fire at a Saskatchewan hockey arena, prompting emergency evacuation. The incident highlights arena safety concerns during winter sports season.
Surrey Christmas Festival Features New Outdoor Ice Rink
Surrey's annual Christmas tree lighting festival returns November 22-23, featuring the city's first outdoor ice skating rink. Don't miss this festive celebration!
Kitchener's Carl Zehr Square Ice Rink Winter Prep
Kitchener's popular outdoor skating rink at Carl Zehr Square prepares for another winter season, offering residents seasonal recreation and community gathering space.
FAA Ends Flight Restrictions Post-Government Shutdown
The FAA has lifted all flight restrictions at 40 major US airports after the longest government shutdown. Airlines resume normal schedules as Thanksgiving approaches.
Kaine Defends Schumer in Democratic Leadership Crisis
Sen. Tim Kaine defends Chuck Schumer against House Democrats demanding his resignation after controversial government shutdown vote. Internal party conflict escalates.
Epstein Emails Haunt Trump After Shutdown Win
Newly released Epstein emails threaten to overshadow Trump's government shutdown victory, creating Republican divisions ahead of midterm elections. Learn how this scandal persists.
Fetterman Home After Fall Needing 20 Stitches
U.S. Senator John Fetterman is home recovering after a fall that required 20 facial stitches. Read about his health journey and political actions.
Markets brace for rush of U.S. data after shutdown
Currency markets have been flying blind without U.S. economic data. Get insights on the market impact, oil price forecasts, and Black Friday retail trends.
Montreal STM Strike Canceled After Last-Minute Deal
A planned 48-hour shutdown of Montreal's STM transit system has been canceled after the union and management reached a last-minute agreement Friday night, avoiding major disruptions for thousands of commuters.
FAA Eases Flight Restrictions Post-Shutdown
The FAA is rolling back flight restrictions at major US airports after the record 43-day shutdown. Learn how this impacts travel and air traffic controller staffing.
FAA begins restoring flights after government shutdown
The FAA takes initial steps to restore air traffic operations following government shutdown strain, though some flight restrictions remain in effect across US airports.
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