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.
Global stock markets showed mixed results on December 31, 2025, with several exchanges closed for the New Year. The AP reports on the year's final trading session.
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.
Vancouver police have confirmed the tragic discovery of a missing 16-year-old girl. The investigation is ongoing. Read the latest details on this developing story.
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.
Ring in 2026 in Edmonton with a final party at Chvrch of John, a free Ice District tailgate with Owen Riegling, and concerts at Black Dog & Churchill Square. Get all the details.
Plan your January 1st in Toronto with our detailed guide. Find out which city services, transit, and businesses are operating on the holiday.
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.
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.
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.
Country star Brett Kissel will headline the inaugural concert at Nisku's new Silent Ice Center this New Year's Eve. Get details on the Alberta event.
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.
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!
Toronto prepares for New Year's Eve with fireworks, live music, and traffic advisories. Get all the details on the city's official celebrations and how to navigate the festivities.
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.
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.
Russia announces plans to deploy a nuclear power plant on the moon within the next decade to support its lunar base and a joint station with China. Learn about the new space race.
A new survey reveals just 33% of Canadians feel hopeful about 2026. Discover the national mood as the year ends and what experts say about this outlook.
Winnipeg Transit will provide complimentary service on December 31st to encourage safe celebrations. Plan your ride home and enjoy the festivities responsibly.
Paradox Vancouver transforms its Grand Ballroom into an electric masquerade for New Year's Eve 2026. Experience immersive LED installations, a grand charcuterie spread, and VIP lounges. Tickets available now.
ABB wins CSA contract to adapt its FTIR spectrometer for analyzing lunar soil chemistry from Canada's upcoming Moon rover, supporting future human presence.
Levi's returns to downtown Vancouver with a new Pacific Centre store, part of a broader B.C. expansion. A fourth boutique is slated for Richmond in early 2026.
A British man receives a prison sentence exceeding 21 years for driving a minivan into a crowd of Liverpool soccer fans, injuring over 45 people during a championship celebration.
Montreal's STM will extend Green, Orange, and Yellow Line service until 3 a.m. on Dec. 31. Plan your safe ride home from celebrations with our detailed schedule guide.