Montreal Gazette readers debate café seating etiquette as lengthy student study sessions crowd out casual patrons. One letter proposes time limits during peak hours to restore balance.
The Regina Leader-Post Christmas Cheer Fund raises over $200,000 for local shelters. WISH Safe House uses donations for essentials, celebrations, and programs rebuilding lives after domestic violence.
The Ontario government has launched a lawsuit against a company for alleged fraud connected to the $1 billion Skills Development Fund. Get the full details on the case and its implications.
The 2025 Toronto Sun Christmas Fund for Variety Village has set a new record, raising $260,376 to support children and adults with disabilities. Discover how the community came together.
The historic Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will cease publication May 3 after owners cite unsustainable losses. The closure follows a bitter legal fight with the union over healthcare. Discover the details of this local news crisis.
Explore the sharp wit of Aislin and fellow editorial cartoonists in The Montreal Gazette's exclusive January 2026 gallery. Subscribe for full access to this and more award-winning journalism.
Veteran journalist Jack Todd reflects on four decades covering Montreal's biggest sports stories and city events for The Gazette, from the Patrick Roy trade to the Polytechnique tragedy. Read his personal journey.
Regina's SOFIA House provides long-term, pet-inclusive shelter for families fleeing violence. The Christmas Cheer Fund raises crucial support for this and other local women's shelters.
Montreal columnist Josh Freed's revealing interview with ChatGPT exposes the AI's sycophantic nature, its 'raccoon-like' curiosity, and the human experiences it can never have. Discover the bot's surprising self-awareness.
Montreal was transformed into an icy landscape after a significant freezing rain event on Monday, December 29, 2025. See how residents coped with the treacherous conditions.
A Montreal mother shares her struggle with PTSD and poverty after her son was stabbed in 2021. She now depends on social assistance and the Christmas Fund to support her three children.
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.
Montreal woke up to a snowy Christmas morning, but the snow is giving way to sun, cloud, and plunging temperatures with a wind chill of -25 C expected overnight.
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.
Ottawa suspends a planned ban on exporting plastic bags, straws, and cutlery, citing economic pressures. A new 70-day consultation period is now open. Read the details.
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.
A Richmond transition home family receives a last-minute Christmas miracle with a tree and gifts, thanks to community support and the Richmond Christmas Fund. See how donations make a difference.
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.
Montreal Gazette photographers John Mahoney, Allen McInnis, Dave Sidaway, and Pierre Obendrauf reveal their favorite images from 2025 and the compelling stories of how they captured them.
Volunteer Pamela Nand shares her experience as an 'elf' at the Salvation Army's Christmas toy shop in Vancouver, helping parents select gifts through The Province's Empty Stocking Fund.
Two Wheel View in Calgary uses bicycles to teach life skills to vulnerable youth. As child poverty rises across Canada, the need for such programs is more urgent than ever. Support the Calgary Christmas Fund.
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.
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.
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.
Nora, 98, lives independently in Montreal after dedicating 48 years to foster care. As she approaches 99, she shares her story and how the Gazette Christmas Fund helps.
A reader's letter critiques Quebec's Bill 9, arguing the CAQ's secularism rules on cookies, carols, and kosher meals feel like parody, not policy. Read the analysis.
The federal government is moving another $900 million surplus from the public service pension fund to a central account, bringing the total to $2.8 billion. Public sector unions are alarmed. Read more.
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.