British Columbia is expanding a groundbreaking program offering preventive fallopian tube removal, a made-in-B.C. procedure shown to slash the risk of deadly ovarian cancer by 80%. Learn about this game-changing public health strategy.
A major highway in British Columbia has reopened following a lengthy closure for avalanche control work. Get the latest details on the Saturday night shutdown and current road conditions.
Highway 3 through Kootenay Pass is closed Saturday evening for avalanche deposit removal. Expect significant traffic delays between 4 p.m. and 11 p.m. PST.
Three people died in separate avalanches in the French Alps as a severe winter storm slammed the U.K. and France. The cold snap is spreading across Europe.
Emergency crews in the Philippines detect potential survivors days after a waste facility collapse killed four and left dozens missing. Rescue operations continue.
Democratic U.S. senators pressure tech giants to remove X and Grok from app stores following a global backlash against sexually explicit AI-generated deepfakes. Read the latest on the controversy.
The City of Barrie has cleared a staggering volume of snow from its streets, equivalent to 24 Olympic-sized swimming pools, with operations ongoing. Discover the scale of this winter effort.
The Ottawa Senators suffered a humiliating 8-2 defeat to the Colorado Avalanche on January 9, 2026, with goalies Leevi Merilainen and Mads Sogaard struggling. Read the full player analysis and game details.
Edmonton's new residential snow clearing initiative, launched after public pressure, faces hurdles with equipment efficiency and a city-wide parking ban. Residents voice concerns over execution and enforcement.
The Ottawa Senators suffered a humiliating 8-2 defeat to the Colorado Avalanche in Denver. Amidst the loss, the team moves to sign veteran goaltender James Reimer for depth. Read the full breakdown.
Private snow removal contractors in Simcoe County are grappling with a severe road salt shortage, leading to costs doubling. Learn how this crisis impacts winter maintenance.
Grand River Transit users in Kitchener-Waterloo face accessibility and safety issues due to delayed snow removal at bus stops. Learn about the community's concerns and the ongoing challenges.
Officials in Northern Ontario urge residents to clear snow from vents and gas meters following a carbon monoxide scare in Sault Ste. Marie. A crucial seasonal safety reminder for all.
Montreal residents must now pay to use the Info-Neige app to track snow-clearing operations after the city ended its contract and launched 311 Montreal. Learn about the new costs and alternatives.
Windsor Police have arrested three individuals accused of removing court-ordered ankle monitors. The arrests highlight challenges in electronic monitoring enforcement. Read the latest details.
Edmonton's snow clearing budget and operations face public scrutiny. The city defends its performance as residential clearing starts. Get the full cost breakdown and community reaction.
Edmonton activates a city-wide Phase 2 residential parking ban starting Monday, January 11, 2026, following four major snowfalls. Non-compliance risks a $250 ticket. Learn the schedule and rules.
The City of Edmonton will start clearing residential streets of snow on Monday, January 12. Get details on the schedule and what residents can expect from the operation.
Montreal is deploying crews for a third major snow-clearing operation starting Wednesday night. Get details on the schedule and what residents need to know.
The City of Edmonton will unveil its schedule for clearing residential streets of snow on Wednesday. Get the latest details on the city's winter maintenance plans.
Snow removal contractors in Ontario are scrambling to source road salt from outside Canada due to a critical shortage. Learn how this impacts winter road safety and costs.
School boards in Alberta have removed dozens of books from library shelves as new provincial regulations come into force. Learn about the impact on education and access to materials.
Edmonton-area school boards have pulled dozens of books from shelves as new provincial regulations take effect. Learn about the impact and the titles involved.
As the spring thaw approaches, Edmonton residents are urged to take preventative steps to protect their homes from water damage. Learn the essential tips for roof and basement safety.
Edmonton faces its fifth-snowiest December on record, prompting Mayor Andrew Knack to call for a review of the city's $67 million snow-clearing policies. Discover the challenges and potential costly solutions.
Residents of Barrie, Ontario, continue shoveling out from significant snow piles following a major winter storm. Get the latest on local conditions and community response.
Saskatoon residents risk fines for improper snow removal. Learn the city's sidewalk bylaw rules, clearing timelines, and how shovelling snow onto roads can lead to penalties.
The City of Winnipeg announces snowplowing will commence Saturday night. Residents are urged to follow parking rules and prepare for winter road clearing operations.
Avalanche Canada warns of a 'high' avalanche danger rating for the South Coast, including Vancouver's North Shore mountains, due to an incoming storm. Backcountry users are urged to exercise extreme caution.
Discover 10 highly-rated snow removal tools, from lightweight blowers to ergonomic shovels, endorsed by older Canadians for safer winter maintenance. Find your new favourite tool.