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As Toronto braces for a large winter storm, here’s a closer look at some of the things cancelled or impacted across the city. WestJet said it has “proactively” cancelled all flights operating to and from Toronto’s Pearson International Airport as of 8 p.m. on Friday until Saturday morning, “pending conditions.” …
Read More »Toronto area could face another ‘significant’ winter storm in days
Descrease article font size Increase article font size As a fresh blanket of snow settles across the Greater Toronto Area on Monday, experts are already looking to a potential significant winter storm later in the week. Though it is still too early to predict the precise details, Global New meteorologist …
Read More »Southern Ontario preparing for ‘messy mix’ of winter weather
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Residents in Toronto and areas of southern Ontario are bracing for a “messy mix” of winter weather. On Sunday morning, Environment Canada issued special weather statements for wintery precipitation and strong winds on Monday and into Monday night. “Precipitation will likely begin …
Read More »Toronto area under winter weather advisory, more snow to fall
The Greater Toronto Area has been placed under a winter weather advisory as more snowy weather sets in. Environment Canada issued weather advisories for Toronto, Halton, Peel, Durham and York on Saturday morning. The advisories warned of reduced visibility from heavy snow and slippery surfaces. The weather agency predicted around …
Read More »Wesley moving programs to larger site next winter, day centre to close in March – Hamilton
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A central Hamilton, Ont. non-profit supporting those experiencing poverty and homelessness says its set to relocate to a larger site, currently housing a retirement residence. In a release on Tuesday, Wesley Urban Ministries says it has an agreement to move from it’s …
Read More »Winter storm descends over southern Ontario, snow and freezing rain forecasted
A messy mix of winter weather is in the forecast for southern Ontario with Environment Canada warning of heavy snow and freezing rain. Most of southern Ontario is under weather warnings as a storm from America’s northern plains is expected to roll through starting Wednesday afternoon and into Thursday. As …
Read More »Winter storm watches issued for much of southern Ontario ahead of major system
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Winter storm watches are in effect for much of southern Ontario ahead of a major system that’s expected to move in late Wednesday. Environment Canada on Tuesday morning issued the advisories, which stretch from Windsor to just south of Ottawa. The weather …
Read More »Manitobans celebrate winter at West Broadway Snoball Winter Festival – Winnipeg
Manitobans came out to celebrate winter at the Snoball Winter Festival in West Broadway on Saturday. The free event was held at the Broadway Neighbourhood Centre on 185 Young Street from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. “This is the 20th year we have held this festival here in the West …
Read More »12th annual Jack Frost Challenge kicks off in Winnipeg on Sunday – Winnipeg
The twelfth annual Jack Frost Challenge kicked off near the Nestaweya river trail at the forks on Sunday. The annual event, held by the Green Action Centre, promotes active and sustainable transportation. “It’s super important to contributing to a more sustainable Manitoba to get people outside,” said Ariel Desrochers, Green …
Read More »‘Manitoba Merv’ predicts six more weeks of winter on Groundhog Day – Winnipeg
We’re in for six more weeks of winter, if a stuffed groundhog at Oak Hammock Marsh is to be believed. “Manitoba Merv” saw his shadow Thursday morning on Groundhog Day — a signal that, according to tradition and folklore, indicates more cold is on the way. The furry forecaster is …
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