Montreal shelter demand high despite added winter spaces
Advocates report hundreds of new shelter and warming station spaces in Montreal are helping this winter, but surging demand and limited daytime access pose significant ongoing challenges.
Advocates report hundreds of new shelter and warming station spaces in Montreal are helping this winter, but surging demand and limited daytime access pose significant ongoing challenges.
A freezing rain warning is in effect for southeastern Alberta, including Calgary, as overnight temperatures rise. Stay informed on the forecast and travel impacts for Christmas Day.
The Salvation Army has launched a warming centre in downtown Prince Albert, offering refuge for up to 35 guests during extreme winter cold. Learn about this vital community service.
Need a last-minute Christmas tree? A Calgary garden centre is giving theirs away for free on December 24, 2025. Get the details and spread some holiday cheer.
A new warming centre operated by the Salvation Army is now open in Prince Albert, offering shelter and amenities for up to 35 residents during dangerous winter temperatures. Learn more about this vital community service.
Denny's Canada celebrates its 55th anniversary with a new 24/7 location at Yonge and Sheppard in North York, introducing its 'Love-a-Bowls' menu and seating 142 guests.
As temperatures plummet, Journey Church in Calgary provides a warm refuge and a festive meal for the city's homeless population, offering a moment of connection during the holidays.
A new women's warming centre has opened in Saskatoon's Riversdale neighbourhood just before Christmas, despite significant concerns raised by local businesses and residents about transparency and location.
The latest Pandoran epic, 'Avatar: Fire and Ash,' premieres with a massive $345 million global opening weekend. Discover the box office details and what this means for the franchise's future.
Kitchener's Chicopee ski resort kicks off its 91st season early due to steady November snow. Get the details on the opening and what it means for local winter sports.
Unseasonably warm weather and rain have forced the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort near Quebec City to postpone its opening by an additional day. Get the latest details on the new schedule.
The 'An Evening to Shine the Light' gala in Midland raised $196,000 for the Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care. Over 150 guests attended the December fundraiser.
Canada's ski season faces a patchy start due to unpredictable weather. While some hills like Optimist Hill opened, others grapple with rain and warm spells. Get the latest conditions.
The City of Montreal is deploying heated trailers to the Notre-Dame Street encampment to protect unhoused residents from extreme winter cold. Read about the city's response.
Stratford is launching its first overnight warming centre at the Connections Centre to provide a safe, warm space for those in need during the cold winter months. Learn about the opening and its importance.
Saskatoon's popular Optimist Hill has officially opened for the 2025 winter season, offering tubing and skiing. Get the details on hours and what's new this year.
The new King Thunderbird Centre officially opened its doors in Edmonton on December 15, 2025, marking a significant upgrade from the old Boyle Street location. Discover the impact on the community.
A Winnipeg-based tech company is scouting for the perfect 'Goldilocks' plot in Manitoba to build a large-scale data centre, aiming to capitalize on the province's resources and strategic location. Learn more about this potential economic driver.
Construction on Cargill's new canola processing facility in Regina is now 50% complete. The project remains on schedule for a 2025 opening, boosting Saskatchewan's agri-processing sector.
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.
Braving the winter chill, Windsor residents lined up for the grand opening of the city's first Jimmy John's sandwich shop on December 12, 2025. The first 100 customers received a free sandwich.
Calgary embraced the holiday spirit this weekend with the Santa Shuffle Fun Run, the Olympic Oval's Holiday Market, and Flames players visiting sick children. See the highlights.
A new community hub is set to open in Montreal's West Island in September 2025, replacing the former West Island Assistance Fund site destroyed by fire in 2019. Learn about the project's significance.
Weekly climate news from B.C. and beyond: Premier Eby floats a second pipeline idea, food costs could surge six per cent, and global climate facts. Stay informed on the crisis.
The City of Orillia officially opened its new warming centre on Friday, December 5, 2025. The facility provides a crucial warm, safe space for residents during the cold winter months.
Calgary's WinSport has officially opened its slopes for skiing and snowboarding, marking the start of the 2025-26 winter season. Get the details on the opening and what to expect.
The 2025 ski season is underway in Simcoe County as two major resorts open their slopes. Winter sports enthusiasts can now hit the hills in the region.
After years of delays, Ontario announces the Eglinton Crosstown LRT will finally open to passengers in the coming weeks. Get the latest details on Toronto's long-awaited transit project.
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.
Moose Jaw police are investigating the Lakeview Wellness Centre following serious concerns about the mistreatment of an American woman. Get the latest details on the ongoing probe.