Dec 13, 16:00

Saturday, December 13, 2025 3:23 PM 'Very exciting': Jarry reflects on trade to Oilers       Tristan Jarry was at home Friday morning when his phone rang.

Saturday, December 13, 2025 3:15 PM Cold warnings across the Prairies forecast wind-chill temperatures near -45 C       Cold warnings blanket the Prairies as wind chills hit -40 C, dipping to -45 C in northern Sask. Frostbite risk is high; up to 25 cm of snow expected.

Saturday, December 13, 2025 3:07 PM Toronto records lowest hotel price increase among 2026 World Cup host cities       Hotel prices have jumped across North America following the release of the 2026 World Cup schedule, though Toronto recorded the lowest increase among host cities.

Saturday, December 13, 2025 1:41 PM Four-time Stanley Cup champion Rousseau dead at 85       Robert (Bobby) Rousseau, a four-time Stanley Cup champion with the Montreal Canadiens in the 1960s, has died. He was 85.

Saturday, December 13, 2025 1:35 PM Toronto Zoo euthanizes beloved male white lion after health decline       Fintan, who had lived at the zoo for 13 years, was put down Friday after his condition deteriorated, the zoo said in a social media post.

Saturday, December 13, 2025 12:04 PM Ontario city opens bottled water distribution centres as boil-water advisory continues       Collingwood has opened bottled water pickup sites at Central Park Arena and the Royal Canadian Legion as a boil water advisory remains in effect following a major watermain break.

Saturday, December 13, 2025 11:39 AM 'One hour is just nothing': Toronto man honoured for 500th blood donation       A Toronto man is being recognized for reaching 500 plasma donations, marking decades of giving back and inspiring others to donate during the busy holiday season.

Saturday, December 13, 2025 9:52 AM Inside the Ring of Fire: A tale of two First Nations and a road that could change everything       Two closely linked First Nations are taking different paths as Ontario pushes ahead with Ring of Fire roads and mining in a region reshaped by climate change and geopolitics.

Saturday, December 13, 2025 9:18 AM Vancouver man fights cash seizure on his way to casino       Chiu On Tam says on Nov. 29 that he was waiting for a friend before heading to Parq Casino to play baccarat. He says a vehicle pulled over and the occupants got out.

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 2:44 PM Boil water advisory in effect in Collingwood after watermain break       A boil water advisory remains in effect in the Town of Collingwood, forcing residents to stock up on bottled water and reduce their water usage. The advisory was issued on Friday following a water main break in the area of Pretty River Parkway and Hume Street. Repairs were completed just before 3 a.m. Saturday, and […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 11:36 AM Israel says it has killed a top Hamas commander in Gaza       JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel on Saturday said it killed a top Hamas commander in Gaza after an explosive device detonated and wounded two soldiers in the territory's south. Hamas in a statement did not confirm the death of Raed Saad. It said a civilian vehicle had been struck outside Gaza City and asserted it was […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 11:24 AM Fan-favourite lion put down at Toronto Zoo after months of veterinary care       TORONTO — The Toronto Zoo says it has euthanized one of its lions after the animal spent several months undergoing veterinary care for a gastrointestinal symptoms. In a social media post the zoo says Fintan, a 13-year-old "majestic male white lion" was put down on Friday after receiving months of advanced care for nausea, vomiting […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 10:12 AM Affable comedy acting legend Dick Van Dyke turns 100 years old       Comedy icon Dick Van Dyke celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, hitting the century mark some six decades after he sang and danced with Julie Andrews in "Mary Poppins" and starred in his self-titled sitcom. "The funniest thing is, it's not enough," Van Dyke said in an interview with ABC News at his Malibu, California […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 10:10 AM Residents left in the cold with no working heat at multiple buildings       As winter weather takes hold in Toronto, temperatures have plummeted outside. But for some residents, it's dropping inside their homes as well because their building has no heat. The building a 2255 Weston Road has been without heat since Sunday, plunging residents into frigid temperatures. Tawfeeque Elmi says even with a space heater, it's only […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 10:07 AM Trump pledges retaliation after 3 Americans are killed in Syria attack that the US blames on IS       DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — President Donald Trump said Saturday that "there will be very serious retaliation" after two U.S. service members and one American civilian were killed in an attack in Syria that the United States blames on the Islamic State group. "This was an ISIS attack against the U.S., and Syria, in a very […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 9:55 AM UK police won't probe claim former prince asked bodyguard to investigate Virginia Giuffre       LONDON (AP) — British police said Saturday they have found no evidence that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor asked one of his bodyguards to investigate Jeffrey Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre. London's Metropolitan Police in October said it was looking into media reports that the former Prince Andrew in 2011 sought information to smear Giuffre by asking a police […]

Ottawa Citizen Saturday, December 13, 2025 3:54 PM Will Canucks, Oilers trades make NHL GMs play Let's Make a Deal?       Quinn Hughes to Minnesota and a goalie swap for Edmonton and Pittsburgh. What's next?

The Province Saturday, December 13, 2025 1:41 PM 'This one hurts': Fans weigh in on Quinn Hughes trade and whether a Cup will ever be within grasp       We asked our fan council for their thoughts so far. Samantha Chang, Jimmy Ghuman, Christ Conte, Haleigh Callison and Ben Ludwig had a discussion about their favourite team.

The Province Saturday, December 13, 2025 12:51 PM Talking Teddy Bear Toss: Vancouver Giants and Warriors will let stuffed animals fly tonight       We offer up a user guide to the showcase fundraiser game, which has been a staple of junior hockey for decades and has been picked up by sports like lacrosse

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Saturday, December 13, 2025 9:00 AM Opinion: The 'other' lake monsters of Saskatchewan       A November 1955 Canadian Forces float plane accident was blamed on the Kinosoo creature by some people. As there is a military connection to this story, there is a lot of debate and secrecy over the case with lots of speculation by witnesses about a cover-up

Calgary Herald Saturday, December 13, 2025 9:07 AM Keenan: The (male) kids are not all right       News coverage of the arrest of 13 young males accused of violent crimes in Ontario and Quebec was accompanied by shocking videos. We saw smash-and-grabs at jewelry stores, violent carjackings, armed home invasions, and even a shooting in a hospital emergency room. The perpetrators were all males, and some were reported to be as young […]

Vancouver Sun Saturday, December 13, 2025 3:21 PM Trans Mountain pipeline fined $196K for violations on expansion project near Abbotsford       The Canada Energy Regulator says the company failed to ensure floodwater was properly monitored after a January 2024 storm.

Vancouver Sun Saturday, December 13, 2025 11:00 AM Adopt-A-School: 'If you can do something, I would ask you to contribute'       Since 2011, the Adopt-A-School program's largest single donor has been the Lohn Foundation, and its principal Jack Kowarsky.

Vancouver Sun Saturday, December 13, 2025 11:00 AM Anthony Gismondi: The perfect wine for Christmas dinner no matter what you're serving       By thoughtfully considering the main course, you can craft harmonious pairings that elevate the dining experience

Vancouver Sun Saturday, December 13, 2025 11:00 AM Brian Minter: Here are some gifts the gardener in your life will truly appreciate       From tickets to a garden tour to a good set of pruners, here are some ideas for the gardener on your gift list

Dec 13, 08:00

Saturday, December 13, 2025 7:00 AM The Curator: Your ultimate guide to vitamins and supplements       Everything you need to know about 10 of the trendiest vitamins

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 7:17 AM Significant closures on both TTC, GO Train lines this weekend       If you're planning to attend any holiday events this weekend in the city, you'll need to factor in some extra time when it comes to how you'll get there as there are several significant public transit closures to deal with. Subways will not run on Line 1 (Yonge/University) between Osgoode and College stations on Saturday […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 7:08 AM As many as 5 suspects sought in early morning stabbing       Police are searching for as many as five suspects after two people were sent to the hospital following a stabbing in the Annex neighbourhood. Investigators tell CityNews there was an altercation between two groups of people inside The Madison Avenue Pub near Bloor Street West and Spadina Avenue just after 1 a.m. Saturday. Two men […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 6:49 AM US says it will lift some trade sanctions on Russia's ally Belarus       VILNIUS, Lithuania (AP) — The United States says it is lifting sanctions on Belarusian potash in the latest sign of a thaw between Washington and the isolated autocracy. John Coale, the U.S. special envoy for Belarus, made the announcement after meeting the country's authoritarian leader Alexander Lukashenko in the Belarusian capital of Minsk on Friday […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 6:00 AM Métis Nation of Ontario say academic gathering is an attempt to erase their history       OTTAWA — Members of the Métis Nation of Ontario say an upcoming academic summit in the province amounts to an attack on their history because it questions the legitimacy of their connection to Métis heritage and territorial claims. But the First Nations organizers of the summit say they are using the event to safeguard their […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 4:00 AM Abbotsford floodwaters recede but more rain in store for B.C.'s Fraser Valley       ABBOTSFORD — Floodwaters that poured into Abbotsford, B.C., this week are receding, but Environment Canada warns more rain is in store for the already saturated Fraser Valley. It says while rainfall is expected to taper throughout the day, another system will move into the area tonight. The weather office says that will be followed by […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 2:58 AM 2 killed in Russia while Ukraine's energy infrastructure is targeted as peace talks press on       At least two people were killed in a drone attack in Russia's southwestern Saratov region and parts of Ukraine went without power following targeted assaults on energy infrastructure, local authorities said Saturday, as U.S.-led peace talks on ending the war press on. The drone attack damaged a residential building and several windows were also blown […]

CityNews Toronto Saturday, December 13, 2025 2:36 AM Fighting rages on Thai-Cambodian border despite Trump's ceasefire claim       SURIN, Thailand (AP) — Fighting raged Saturday morning along the border of Thailand and Cambodia, even after U.S. President Donald Trump, acting as a mediator, declared that he had won agreement from both countries for a ceasefire. Thai officials have said they did not agree to a ceasefire, and Cambodia has not commented on Trump's […]

Ottawa Citizen Saturday, December 13, 2025 4:00 AM Petition calls for Ottawa to substitute beet brine for road salt during winter       There's already a high concentration of chloride, an element of salt, in city waterways this winter, the Ottawa Riverkeeper says.

Windsor Star Saturday, December 13, 2025 7:00 AM Did you know a serial killer? Man lived in Windsor after escaping justice for several murders       For nearly a decade, a serial killer secretly lived in Windsor. The Toronto Police Service and Ontario Provincial Police announced Thursday they solved three horrific and seemingly unrelated cold cases going back several decades. The perpetrator was Kenneth Smith — he sexually assaulted, shot, beat, and drowned his victims — who spent his golden years […]

Windsor Star Saturday, December 13, 2025 7:00 AM Art Windsor-Essex draws crowds to big sale supporting local artists       Art Windsor-Essex drew hundreds of visitors for its four-day Art for All sale, showcasing work from nearly 70 local artists. "This event celebrates the vibrancy of our local arts community and is an opportunity for everyone to discover and support contemporary artists from this region," said Art Windsor-Essex executive director Jennifer Matotek. Over the course […]

Windsor Star Saturday, December 13, 2025 7:00 AM Low tax hike won't endanger Lakeshore infrastructure: Bailey       Lakeshore's decision to run the lowest tax increase among Essex County municipalities for the second straight year won't leave it struggling to maintain its infrastructure, said Mayor Tracey Bailey.  The municipality passed the lowest 2026 tax hike in Essex County Dec. 4 with a 1.76 per cent increase, meaning an extra $33.39 for the average taxpayer with a 2016 assessment on a home […]

Ottawa Sun Saturday, December 13, 2025 5:00 AM YOU SAID IT: Grocery gouging       Saturday, Dec. 13: Here are today's Ottawa Sun letters to the editor.

Saskatoon StarPhoenix Saturday, December 13, 2025 7:00 AM Remembering the man they called 'Crash,' with a salute from Sporting Christmas       "There is an old saying that it is better to give than to receive, and Christmas time is very appropriate to put this saying into practice."

Calgary Sun Saturday, December 13, 2025 7:00 AM Letters, Dec. 13, 2025: 'Unethical move from floor-crossing MP'       Broken system Michael Ma, your decision to leave the Conservative Party so soon after being elected raises serious concerns about accountability in our political system. You ran twice as a Conservative, received support from the party, and were elected by constituents who believed they were choosing a Conservative representative. To cross the floor less than […]