Ottawa Citizen readers reveal their favourite holiday traditions, from Parliament Hill lights to unique gifts gone wrong. Discover heartwarming local stories that capture the spirit of an Ottawa Christmas.
A new survey reveals a split in Canadian views on Christmas, with many uncertain if it's a Christian holy day or a civic winter holiday. Discover the surprising data on belief and tradition.
While most celebrate, many Montrealers work through Christmas on snow removal, emergency services, and hospital care. Discover the stories behind the essential holiday shift.
Discover festive activities, dining options, and community events to enjoy in Ottawa on Christmas Day, 2025. Find holiday cheer in the capital.
A London, Ontario couple has become famous for their spectacular residential Christmas display, featuring 50 inflatables and 10,000 lights. Discover the story behind their festive tradition.
Montreal is set for a white Christmas with fresh snowfall. Meanwhile, NORAD's Santa Tracker shows Saint Nick's global journey. Get the festive weather details and holiday magic.
Alberta-based chocolatier Priya Winsor brings Canadian talent to Food Network's 'Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking Chapter Two.' Discover her magical journey.
Discover a timeless almond shortbread cookie recipe from The Vancouver Sun archives, perfect for family holiday baking. This easy, kid-friendly project yields 54 sweet treats.
Your essential guide to Winnipeg's holiday schedule. Find out what services, transit, and businesses are operating on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, 2025.
Your complete guide to Christmas in Calgary for 2025. Discover festive events like Zoo Lights, free skating, and light displays, plus essential info on what's open and closed over the holidays.
CTV Atlantic's Katie Kelly and her mother Janice bring holiday cheer with their cherished family goulash recipe in their annual Christmas cooking segment. Discover their heartwarming tradition.
Montreal is on track for a white Christmas as forecasts predict 2-10 centimetres of snow this week, following a recent thaw. Get the detailed holiday weather outlook.
Explore how Christmas in Chatham-Kent evolved from simple community gatherings in the 1850s to a more commercial holiday by 1900. Discover the festive history of this Ontario region.
A green Christmas is likely for many Canadians as mild weather persists. Environment Canada's David Phillips shares the holiday forecast and what to expect from coast to coast.
Plan your festive season with our guide to what's open and closed across Canada over Christmas and New Year's 2025. Essential info for shopping, services, and travel.
For six years, Jim Hadfield of Milestone, Sask., has baked Christmas fruitcakes from his home, raising over $6,700 for local charities. Discover his sweet story of community giving.
Nova Scotia's Christmas tree farms report a significant sales increase for the 2025 season. Owners William Robichaud and Daniel Bar share insights into the holiday trend. Read more about the festive boost.
Explore the history of tourtière, Canada's savoury meat pie that is a holiday staple. Learn why this dish from the 1600s remains a festive favourite alongside turkey.
The Sporting Christmas campaign nears $50,000, with donors honouring loved ones like Corrine Weiman and supporting the Salvation Army's hamper program in Saskatoon. Learn how to contribute.
A Charlottetown home is aglow with over 38,000 Christmas lights, creating a dazzling display to raise money for cancer support initiatives. See the story of holiday cheer turned into community aid.
Explore Ottawa's festive bakeries and their holiday specialties, from Panettone at La Bottega Nicastro to gingerbread and Yule logs. Discover where to find the season's sweetest delights.
Struggling with sticky dough and misshapen cookies? Learn the professional secrets to flawless cutout cookies this holiday season, from chilling techniques to the right tools. Elevate your cookie swap game!
Running out of time? Discover 26 highly-rated Amazon products, from Jeopardy! calendars to Lego bouquets, that reviewers love so much they're buying them again as gifts. All can still arrive before December 25th.
Discover festive events, holiday closures, and things to do in Ottawa this Christmas and New Year's season. Your complete guide for 2025.
Discover the final festive events and activities in Metro Vancouver this weekend, from the CPKC Holiday Train to holiday markets. Plan your last-minute Christmas fun now!
Columnist Steve Murphy urges Canadians to celebrate the season by supporting the Salvation Army's vital community work. Discover the impact of their Christmas Kettle campaign.
A unique holiday auction in Nova Scotia sees bidders competing for a miniature Woody the Talking Christmas Tree. Get the festive details on this charming seasonal story.
The Prince and Princess of Wales have shared their official 2025 Christmas card, featuring a new family portrait. See the festive image and details here.
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel ridiculed Donald Trump's longstanding claim of reviving 'Merry Christmas.' Watch the hilarious supercut and monologue.
Discover where to volunteer in Calgary this holiday season. From delivering hampers to adapting toys, learn how you can help local charities and make a direct impact.