Get ready for a festive flurry of news and important updates! As Santa Claus prepares for his grand journey across Canada’s major cities, families are buzzing with Christmas traditions and cheer. If you’re dreaming of a White Christmas, there’s good news for Quebec, Montreal, Edmonton, Calgary, and Winnipeg with high chances of snowfall. However, Toronto and Vancouver might miss out on the magic this year. Across the border, stargazers in 10 US states could be treated to a spectacular Northern Lights display over the holiday period – check your local forecasts!
But amidst the joy, there are some crucial things to know. Freezing rain recently caused power outages, downed trees, and icy roads in London, Ontario, posing safety risks. Holiday shoppers in Canada need to be extra vigilant as organized criminals are exploiting the rush with a surge in compelling fake notes, a warning from the Retail Council. Auto owners, take note: Ford, Honda, and GM have recalled over 80,000 vehicles in Canada due to safety defects concerning brakes, park modules, and pedestrian warning systems.
On the border front, Canada has ended a popular remote crossing option used by many Americans, tightening regulations. And in more dramatic news, former Canadian Olympian Ryan Wedding, who was one of the US’s most wanted fugitives, was targeted in Mexican raids where luxury vehicles, ammunition, and drugs were seized.
Stay safe, informed, and enjoy the season’s blend of wonder and real-world happenings!
