Gov. Gen. Mary Simon's 2026 New Year's Message
Governor General Mary Simon shares her annual New Year's message, reflecting on Canadian unity and looking ahead to 2026. Read her full statement of hope and resilience.
Governor General Mary Simon shares her annual New Year's message, reflecting on Canadian unity and looking ahead to 2026. Read her full statement of hope and resilience.
Ring in 2026 with a frigid dip! Metro Vancouver's polar bear swims, led by the 106-year-old English Bay event, offer a chilling start to the new year. Find times and locations from Deep Cove to White Rock.
Explore the timeless tradition of singing 'Auld Lang Syne' at midnight on New Year's Eve. Discover the Scottish poem's history and its powerful role in uniting people worldwide as they welcome 2026.
Sydney's iconic New Year's Eve celebrations for 2026 began with a poignant tribute to victims of the Bondi attack, as fireworks lit up the harbour. Read more about the commemorative event.
Hong Kong cancels its iconic New Year's Eve fireworks display over Victoria Harbour following the city's deadliest fire in decades. A sombre celebration marks the start of 2026.
New Zealand's Auckland launched 2026 with a spectacular fireworks display. Meanwhile, Canadians across the country celebrated New Year's Eve with local events and weather challenges. Read more about the global welcome to 2026.
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Plan your New Year's Eve in Waterloo Region and Guelph with our guide to celebrations, events, and festivities for December 31, 2025. Find the perfect way to welcome 2026.
Plan your New Year's in Winnipeg with our complete guide to city services, transit, and business hours for December 31 and January 1. Find out what's open and closed.
Lieutenant Governor Salma Lakhani invites Albertans to the annual New Year's Day levee at Government House. Meet the first Muslim LG in Canadian history and enjoy music, art, and a chance to support troops.
Plan your January 1st in Toronto with our detailed guide. Find out which city services, transit, and businesses are operating on the holiday.
Discover the best ways to celebrate New Year's Eve in Edmonton for 2025. From family-friendly events to festive gatherings, plan your perfect night to welcome 2026.
Plan your New Year's Day 2026 with our guide to closures, from government offices to transit. Find out what services are available and how the holiday impacts communities nationwide.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will formally introduce Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at his New Year's Day inauguration in New York City. Get the details on the ceremony and Mamdani's recent meeting with President Trump.
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!
Discover the best events and activities to ring in 2026 in Ottawa, from fireworks at City Hall to family skating parties. Plan your perfect New Year's celebration in the capital.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Winnipeg with our guide to official fireworks displays. Get times and locations to ring in 2026 with a bang!
Discover family fireworks, all-night dance parties, and unique cabaret shows to celebrate New Year's Eve 2026 across Windsor and Essex County. Plan your perfect night.
Downtown Barrie's New Year's Eve festivities have a new home this year. Discover the details of the venue change and what revellers can expect for the celebration.
Italy's iconic high-speed Frecciarossa trains are set to expand service into Austria and Germany next year, marking a significant step in European rail connectivity. Discover the details of this exciting development.
Don't miss the best Boxing Day tech deals on Amazon Canada. Save big on Apple iPads, AirPods, smartwatches, headphones, and essential gadgets before the year ends.
Communities across Canada's Maritime provinces are preparing early New Year's Eve fireworks and countdowns to welcome 2026. Get details on the festive plans.
Despite the growth of e-commerce, Canadian shoppers still headed to physical stores for Boxing Day deals. Retailers used extended sales to boost post-holiday revenue. Read more about the 2025 shopping trends.
Pro-Palestine demonstrators disrupted Boxing Day shopping at Toronto's Eaton Centre, chanting slogans and using megaphones. Organizers threaten further disruptions for New Year's Eve.
Financial Post experts analyze key 2026 risks: AI investment bubble, soaring oil prices, and mortgage renewals. David Rosenberg warns of a classic bubble. Read the full Canadian market outlook.
Despite challenging weather, shoppers in Saskatoon flocked to Best Buy for Boxing Day deals. Get the details on the retail rush and related local news.
Boxing Day 2025 saw Calgary shoppers hunting for deals, with many heading to major retailers like Best Buy. Discover the split between big-box savings and local loyalty in the city's post-holiday sales rush.
Despite freezing conditions, dedicated shoppers flocked to Tanger Outlets in Ottawa on December 26, 2025, seeking the best Boxing Day sales. See how Canadians celebrated this retail tradition.
Calgarians flocked to shopping centres on December 26, 2025, seeking post-Christmas bargains and a family outing amid freezing temperatures. Shoppers and retailers share their experiences.
Canadian Boxing Day shoppers are approaching sales with more research and intention, experts reveal. Discover the shift in consumer behaviour and what it means for retail.