After a mild December, the first winter storm of the season is expected to hit much of Ontario tonight, as an intense low-pressure weather system from Texas makes its way toward the lower Great Lakes. The storm is expected to start this evening and, depending on the region, bring snow and the possibility of ice pellets, rain and… Continue reading Ontario braces for season's 1st winter storm
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Jennifer Abel wins close battle for national diving crown
Jennifer Abel won the women’s three-metre springboard crown in a thrilling final on Sunday at the Winter Nationals diving competition. The 24-year-old Laval, Que., native came up big on her last dive to finish with 375.85 points. Diving Canada’s female athlete of the year beat out her synchro partner by only four points to take the title. Pamela… Continue reading Jennifer Abel wins close battle for national diving crown
Winter in downtown Regina inspires spoken word poetry
A Regina spoken word artist has created a show inspired by winter in downtown Regina. “Downtown Regina is an ice queen,” explained artist Shayna Stock. “She’s lovely and beautiful and very alluring with the frost on the trees, and then can slap you in the face and give you the cold shoulder.” Stock has spent a… Continue reading Winter in downtown Regina inspires spoken word poetry
Winter Fun for Everyone!
Snow, ice, cold and fog are just a few of the natural elements we experience when autumn turns to winter. Although winter provides us with a great excuse to cozy up inside and stay warm, this isn’t always the healthiest choice. We often are not prepared for the first snow fall and the transition from… Continue reading Winter Fun for Everyone!