Saskatchewan's historic Lieutenant Governor's Levee Day unfolded at Government House in Regina on Jan. 1, 2026, marking one of the province's oldest New Year's traditions. Read about the ceremony and its significance.
Victoria Police made an unusual arrest on New Year's Day 2026, taking a man into custody after driving him to headquarters in the back of a U-Haul van. Get the full story on this unique police operation.
Thousands welcomed 2026 with a frigid plunge at Vancouver's English Bay, continuing a 106-year-old tradition. Meet the veteran who hasn't missed a swim in 46 years.
Hundreds of participants braved the icy waters of English Bay for Vancouver's annual Polar Bear Swim on New Year's Day 2026. See the photos and stories from this chilly tradition.
A person was taken to hospital following a house fire in Regina on January 1, 2026. Emergency crews responded to the incident on New Year's Day.
More than 200 people plunged into icy waters at Britannia Beach on Jan. 1, 2026, to kick off the new year. The event, hosted by Ottawa Cold Plunge & Ritual Recovery, is a bold local tradition.
Canadians from coast to coast plunged into icy waters on New Year's Day 2026 for traditional Polar Bear swims, raising vital funds for charity. Discover the chilly celebrations.
New Brunswickers celebrated New Year's Day 2026 with Lieutenant-Governor Louise Imbeault's first levee and chilly polar bear swims. Discover how the province kicked off the new year.
As 2026 begins, residents of Regina share their personal goals. Explore their aspirations alongside major Canadian news from the first day of the year.
More than 250 people took a chilling start to 2026 with a polar bear dip in the Ottawa River at Britannia Beach. The event's turnout more than doubled from the previous year.
A Calgary taxi driver helped deliver a baby in his backseat during a harrowing, weather-beaten ride to the hospital on New Year's Day 2026. Read the incredible story of the rush to welcome a new life.
Canadians from coast to coast celebrated the arrival of 2026 with traditional polar bear swims, braving frigid waters in events like Dartmouth's Lake Banook dip. Discover the frosty festivities and other major New Year's headlines.
The Toronto Maple Leafs navigated New Year's Eve celebrations before facing the Winnipeg Jets in a rare January 1st matchup. Players share how they managed sleep and tradition.
Hundreds of participants took the plunge at Lion's Park Beach in Dartmouth, N.S., for the Darkside Dippers' annual New Year's Day polar dip, braving icy waters to start 2026 with a splash.
Baby Favour Jesuseum Josiah, Windsor's first newborn of 2026, shares a special birthday with her father. Meet the family and see other regional New Year arrivals.
A tragic collision on a Saskatchewan highway in the early hours of New Year's Day has resulted in two fatalities. The incident underscores road safety concerns.
Ottawa rings in 2026 with bright sunshine but frigid temperatures. Get the details on the capital's weather and what's open and closed for the holiday.
Laurentian Ski Hill thrives on its 100th anniversary, opening early with chairlift operations for the first time in a decade thanks to a bitter cold snap. Discover the historic season.
Your essential guide to City of London services, transit schedules, and business hours for the New Year's Day holiday in 2026. Plan your day with our detailed list.
A complete guide to municipal services, transit schedules, and business hours in Windsor and Essex County for New Year's Day 2026. Plan your holiday with our detailed list.
The first day of 2026 saw weather alerts active in nearly every Canadian province and territory. Get the latest on the extreme conditions and safety advisories.
Pope Leo XIV opened 2026 with a powerful New Year's Day Mass, pleading for peace in nations ravaged by conflict and for families suffering from violence. Read his full message.
Plan your New Year's Day in Regina with our complete guide to city services, transit schedules, and business hours. Find out what's open and closed on January 1, 2026.
As Lethbridge residents found unique ways to welcome 2026, a flurry of national stories unfolded, from Olympic team selections and weather alerts to new laws and health recalls. Get the full New Year's Eve recap.
Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro is scheduled to return to prison on January 1, 2026, following a medical procedure. Get the latest details on this developing international political story.
The annual Huron Polar Plunge is set to take place in Goderich, Ontario on New Year's Day. Participants will brave the frigid Lake Huron waters for charity. Get details on the event.
Downtown Windsor is set for a vibrant New Year's Eve celebration to welcome 2026. Get details on events, safety tips from police, and how to plan your night.
Calgary is set to host a wide array of New Year's Eve events to ring in 2026. Discover the city's plans for a memorable celebration.
Plan your first day of 2026 in Regina. Discover outdoor skating, skiing, the Lt.-Gov.'s Levee, facility hours, and what's closed for the holiday.
Winnipeg's historic Forks site opens its river trail on January 1, offering a classic winter experience. Discover details and what to expect for your visit.