Ray Melnick, a man who played Santa for 49 years, was determined to reach his 50th season despite a terminal cancer diagnosis. With the help of hospice staff, his dream became a reality, creating a moment of pure magic for his family and community.
Hundreds participated in the Santa Shuffle Fun Run & Elf Walk in Calgary, braving cold weather to support the Salvation Army's holiday fundraising efforts.
Hundreds of festive runners braved the Regina cold for the annual Santa Shuffle charity run on December 6, 2025, raising funds and warming hearts in the community.
The 35th annual Santa Shuffle 5K fundraiser saw a massive turnout at Lansdowne Park, with participants donning holiday costumes for a festive run through the capital. Join the community spirit!
A festive High River tradition became a Hollywood set as Netflix filmed the Santa Claus parade for an upcoming holiday film. Discover how the community starred in the production.
Downtown Windsor prepares for a festive Saturday night with the Santa Claus parade and Holiday Market. Get details on the event schedule and family activities.
Discover Windsor's festive events this weekend, from the Santa Claus Parade and Willistead Manor tours to artisan markets and a holiday pub crawl. Plan your perfect holiday outing.
A Montreal North resident's festive passion leads to a collection of more than 700 Santa Claus figures. Discover the story behind this unique Christmas display.
A York Regional Police officer faces charges after allegedly driving an SUV on a pedestrian catwalk during the Innisfil Santa Claus Parade. No injuries were reported. Full story.
Explore the nostalgic journey of Santa Claus in Winnipeg, from Eaton's magical grotto to modern mall visits. Discover how this tradition shaped holiday memories for generations of families.
Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, is ready to welcome back the FIS World Cup for giant slalom races this season, overcoming last year's weather-related cancellation. Get the details on the event's return.
Planning your festive weekend? Here's your complete guide to finding Santa Claus parades in Barrie, Ontario, for December 2025. Discover times and routes to catch the big guy!
Your guide to Ottawa's weekend events from Santa's Parade of Lights to a new ByWard Market security pilot. Discover festive fun and local news for December 5-7, 2025.
St. Clair College's music theatre students present 'Letters to Santa,' a festive musical at Windsor's Chrysler Theatre. Discover showtimes, tickets, and how this annual tradition unites the community. Get your tickets now!
Your guide to the Windsor Santa Parade and the best local events happening in Windsor, Ontario, from December 5th to 8th, 2025. Find festive fun for the whole family.
The Quebec government is set to table legislation banning vote-buying in political party leadership contests. Learn about the proposed changes and their impact.
The festive musical 'Letters to Santa' is in rehearsals at Windsor's Chrysler Theatre, promising to deliver Christmas cheer to local audiences this holiday season. Get ready for a heartwarming show!
York Regional Police Staff Sgt. Laurie Perks faces a dangerous driving charge and is suspended following an incident at Innisfil's Santa Claus Parade. Get the latest details.
The Santa Giulia Ice Hockey Arena in Milan, a key venue for the 2026 Winter Olympics, is scheduled to open its doors in January. Get the latest details on the final preparations.
A York Regional Police officer faces a dangerous driving charge after a grey Audi SUV attempted to join the Innisfil Santa Claus parade route on November 23, 2025. Read the latest details.
The annual Leamington Santa Claus Parade drew crowds on November 29, 2025, featuring over 65 multicultural entries. Santa capped the night with a tree lighting and fireworks. Discover more festive events across Windsor-Essex.
Santa Claus arrived in a STARS air ambulance helicopter to deliver gifts and smiles to young patients at Alberta Children's Hospital in Calgary. A heartwarming holiday tradition continues.
Santa Claus made a special visit to the Alberta Children's Hospital on Monday, bringing smiles to young patients, families, and staff. Read about this heartwarming holiday event.
Jimmy Hassan, owner of Pizza Pizza in Kingston, Ont., provided thousands of free pizza slices to those in need over the holidays through Project Santa Slices. A heartwarming local initiative.
Santa Claus took time from his North Pole duties for a festive day in Windsor's historic Sandwich Town, joining a pancake breakfast, story time, and a tree lighting. He noted the area's strong community bonds.
Edmonton's beloved Festival of Trees concludes its 41st annual celebration with Santa's breakfast event, raising vital community funds through festive activities.
Families in Orléans celebrated the start of the holiday season with Santa's Parade of Lights on November 29, 2025. Discover the magical community event that brought joy to Ottawa.
Discover all the magical Santa Claus parades happening throughout the Maritimes this December 2025. Plan your family's holiday festivities with our comprehensive guide.
Windsor's 58th annual Santa Claus Parade on December 6 will be the largest in 20 years with 70+ entries. Downtown celebration includes holiday market and eight marching bands.
A magical Christmas village is coming to the Canadian Museum of History in December 2026. Santa Claus announced the festive attraction during a special ceremony in Gatineau.