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Canada's Winter Forecast: La Niña and the polar vortex set to deliver a truly Canadian winter - The Weather Network
As winter approaches, the intriguing dance of La Niña and a disrupted polar vortex raises the tantalizing question: will these forces conspire to shape an unforgettable season across Canada? Read on to discover what the forecast holds for the months ahead!
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How will La Niña and a disrupted polar vortex influence Canada’s winter? Find out with our 2026 #WinterForecast ❄️⬇️
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NASA says the unidentified astronaut is 'doing fine' and will be monitored along with the other crew members.
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Astronauts return to Earth early due to crew member illness - The Weather Network
NASA says the unidentified astronaut is 'doing fine' and will be monitored along with the other crew members
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January 17, 2026 at 2:10 AM
NASA says the unidentified astronaut is 'doing fine' and will be monitored along with the other crew members.
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A brewing coastal storm could bring a swath of heavy precipitation and strong winds to Atlantic Canada late this weekend.
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Coastal storm brewing with potential for 10-20+ cm of snow - The Weather Network
Forecasters are closely watching the progress of a coastal storm expected to affect Atlantic Canada late this weekend
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January 17, 2026 at 1:00 AM
A brewing coastal storm could bring a swath of heavy precipitation and strong winds to Atlantic Canada late this weekend.
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See how 130-pound ice blocks, harvested from a frozen lake, are stored in sawdust, which acts as a natural insulator to keep the ice frozen even during the summer heat.
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The old-school way these East Coasters keep lake ice cold all summer - The Weather Network
See how 130-pound ice blocks, harvested from a frozen lake, are stored in sawdust, which acts as a natural insulator to keep the ice frozen even during the summer heat
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January 17, 2026 at 12:05 AM
See how 130-pound ice blocks, harvested from a frozen lake, are stored in sawdust, which acts as a natural insulator to keep the ice frozen even during the summer heat.
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Winter blues are said to peak on the third Monday in January, sometimes referred to as Blue Monday.
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Shining a spotlight on seasonal affective disorder (SAD) - The Weather Network
Winter blues are said to peak on the third Monday in January – sometimes referred to as *Blue Monday*
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January 16, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Winter blues are said to peak on the third Monday in January, sometimes referred to as Blue Monday.
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Did you know that cold spells increase the risk of heart attacks? We investigate the reasons why the cold air has been scientifically associated with increased cardiovascular events. #HealthAndWeather
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Can cold spells increase the risk of heart attacks? - The Weather Network
Cold spells increase the risk of heart attack, according to Dr. Manish Maingi. The Weather Network's Rachel Schoutsen investigates the reasons why the cold air has been scientifically associated with increased cardiovascular events in this installment of Health and Weather.
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January 16, 2026 at 9:47 PM
Did you know that cold spells increase the risk of heart attacks? We investigate the reasons why the cold air has been scientifically associated with increased cardiovascular events. #HealthAndWeather
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Get ready for the deep chill expected to sweep over much of Canada to round out the final half of January.
Second half of January looking much colder across Canada - The Weather Network
Here’s a look at what you can expect heading into the second half of January
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January 16, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Get ready for the deep chill expected to sweep over much of Canada to round out the final half of January.
Bouts of frigid temperatures elevate the risk for heart attacks as the cold has been scientifically associated with increased cardiovascular events. https://ow.ly/ArYx50XXc4a
Why some hearts can't handle the cold - The Weather Network
We investigate the reasons why cold air has been scientifically associated with increased cardiovascular events.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Bouts of frigid temperatures elevate the risk for heart attacks as the cold has been scientifically associated with increased cardiovascular events. https://ow.ly/ArYx50XXc4a
When measuring snowfall, it's easy to get a rough estimate, but for accuracy, you should take your measurement on a flat, level surface to avoid measuring the grass beneath the snow. https://ow.ly/p13L50XXcEE
How to accurately measure snow: A demonstration - The Weather Network
Measuring Snow? There's a chance you're doing it wrong. The Weather Network's Nathan Coleman shows how to get the most accurate measurement after a snowfall.
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January 15, 2026 at 8:01 PM
When measuring snowfall, it's easy to get a rough estimate, but for accuracy, you should take your measurement on a flat, level surface to avoid measuring the grass beneath the snow. https://ow.ly/p13L50XXcEE
Heart attacks during shovelling usually occur when people rush to clear a heavy amount of snow. https://ow.ly/oVZh50XXbM8
Be aware of your heart while shovelling heavy snow - The Weather Network
Heart attacks have been known to occur while shovelling heavy amounts of snow — here are signs to watch for and how to do it as safely as possible.
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January 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Heart attacks during shovelling usually occur when people rush to clear a heavy amount of snow. https://ow.ly/oVZh50XXbM8
People heading in the backcountry in B.C.'s Southern Interior are being asked to watch for increased avalanche risk after a few days of unseasonably warm weather. https://ow.ly/8VhE50XXaFW
Warm weather leads to increased avalanche risk in B.C. - The Weather Network
Storm activity, followed by warmer air, leading to unstable snow layers: forecasters
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January 15, 2026 at 5:01 PM
People heading in the backcountry in B.C.'s Southern Interior are being asked to watch for increased avalanche risk after a few days of unseasonably warm weather. https://ow.ly/8VhE50XXaFW
Reminder: In Ontario, it's illegal to pass a snowplow on the road. The Highway Traffic Act in Ontario was changed on September 15, 2023, to address the improper passing of snowplows. https://ow.ly/iJ9I50XXcUB
Why it's never a good idea to pass snow plows - The Weather Network
Did you know it's now illegal to pass snow plows in Ontario?
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January 15, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Reminder: In Ontario, it's illegal to pass a snowplow on the road. The Highway Traffic Act in Ontario was changed on September 15, 2023, to address the improper passing of snowplows. https://ow.ly/iJ9I50XXcUB
Flurries and extensive blowing snow is likely across Manitoba and eastern Saskatchewan. Wind gusts of 60-80+ km/h will make travel difficult at times, leading to reduced visibility because of blowing snow. https://ow.ly/qYb550XXb1Y
Blowing snow creates travel risks across eastern Prairies - The Weather Network
Blowing snow conditions are forecast to end the week in Saskatchewan and Manitoba as a clipper tracks in with a bout of blustery winds and snowfall
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January 15, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Flurries and extensive blowing snow is likely across Manitoba and eastern Saskatchewan. Wind gusts of 60-80+ km/h will make travel difficult at times, leading to reduced visibility because of blowing snow. https://ow.ly/qYb550XXb1Y
Orange alerts signal the risk for severe weather that may cause significant damage, disruption, or danger to your health. Weather that prompts an orange alert may lead to major and widespread impacts, potentially lasting for up to a few days. #ONstorm https://ow.ly/wux350XXchq
Environment and Climate Change Canada launches new colour-coded Canadian weather alerts - The Weather Network
Environment and Climate Change Canada will use a three-colour system to convey the risk posed by weather hazards across the country
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January 15, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Orange alerts signal the risk for severe weather that may cause significant damage, disruption, or danger to your health. Weather that prompts an orange alert may lead to major and widespread impacts, potentially lasting for up to a few days. #ONstorm https://ow.ly/wux350XXchq
A snowstorm has arrived in southern and eastern Ontario, and southern Quebec, bringing totals ranging from 10 to 25 cm expected through Thursday. #ONStorm https://ow.ly/1aIW50XXaBs
Heavy snowfall brings widespread closures to Ontario, Quebec - The Weather Network
Parts of southern Ontario could see their biggest snowfall event of the season so far, with 10-25 cm expected to fall through Thursday. Travel will likely be difficult as road conditions and visibility degrade
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January 15, 2026 at 12:08 PM
A snowstorm has arrived in southern and eastern Ontario, and southern Quebec, bringing totals ranging from 10 to 25 cm expected through Thursday. #ONStorm https://ow.ly/1aIW50XXaBs
Join our meteorologists and weather experts live on YouTube and our app at 7:30am ET as they give the latest updates on the snow storm across southern and eastern Ontario, and southern Quebec https://ow.ly/gi4Z50XXayq
January 15, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Join our meteorologists and weather experts live on YouTube and our app at 7:30am ET as they give the latest updates on the snow storm across southern and eastern Ontario, and southern Quebec https://ow.ly/gi4Z50XXayq
Once the temperature dips past the freezing mark, the batteries in some devices can drain faster, suddenly shut down, or struggle to start up. https://ow.ly/Yeg850XX0n6
Here's a list of things that can stop working in cold weather - The Weather Network
From phones to e-bikes, here are some things that struggle in the cold.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Once the temperature dips past the freezing mark, the batteries in some devices can drain faster, suddenly shut down, or struggle to start up. https://ow.ly/Yeg850XX0n6
A rare European bird has become a local celebrity after it was spotted on Rougemont Avenue in Montreal. https://ow.ly/XP2250XWTyJ
European robin spotted in Canada for the first time - The Weather Network
The bird was first spotted in early January, but it's not clear when it arrived in Canada.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:00 AM
A rare European bird has become a local celebrity after it was spotted on Rougemont Avenue in Montreal. https://ow.ly/XP2250XWTyJ
Victoria Fenn Alvarado has three tips to keep in mind when the temperature plummets during the winter months.
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January 15, 2026 at 12:02 AM
Victoria Fenn Alvarado has three tips to keep in mind when the temperature plummets during the winter months.
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As a seasonal parking ban comes into effect on Edmonton’s residential roads this week, one councillor is concerned about how the city’s failure to fund towing teams will play out on city streets. https://ow.ly/usma50XWTy0
Parking ban in effect on Edmonton’s residential roads - The Weather Network
Residents who ignore seasonal parking ban can expect fines but won't be towed, city says
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January 14, 2026 at 11:00 PM
As a seasonal parking ban comes into effect on Edmonton’s residential roads this week, one councillor is concerned about how the city’s failure to fund towing teams will play out on city streets. https://ow.ly/usma50XWTy0
A little planning goes a long way towards staying safe on snowy Canadian roads. https://ow.ly/s8ZM50XX0ma
Snow is coming. Here's how much it could slow your commute - The Weather Network
Plan ahead: You'll thank yourself later.
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January 14, 2026 at 10:14 PM
A little planning goes a long way towards staying safe on snowy Canadian roads. https://ow.ly/s8ZM50XX0ma
A snowstorm is on the way to southern and eastern Ontario, and southern Quebec, with totals ranging from 10 to 25 cm expected through Thursday. https://ow.ly/ueIq50XWYQS
Brace for significant travel impacts as snowstorm to bring hefty totals - The Weather Network
Parts of southern Ontario could see their biggest snowfall event of the season so far, with 10-25 cm expected to fall through Thursday. Travel will likely be difficult as road conditions and visibility degrade
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January 14, 2026 at 9:35 PM
A snowstorm is on the way to southern and eastern Ontario, and southern Quebec, with totals ranging from 10 to 25 cm expected through Thursday. https://ow.ly/ueIq50XWYQS
Hurricane Alex formed in the northeastern Atlantic in the middle of January 2016, becoming one of only a handful of storms known to exist during the heart of winter. https://ow.ly/snps50XWGoE
The ‘surprise’ hurricane that formed in January - The Weather Network
Hurricane Alex defied the odds to become one of just eight storms known to swirl over the Atlantic in the month of January
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January 14, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Hurricane Alex formed in the northeastern Atlantic in the middle of January 2016, becoming one of only a handful of storms known to exist during the heart of winter. https://ow.ly/snps50XWGoE
Unseasonably warm January temperatures in Calgary are making ice surfaces dangerously unpredictable. Officials are urging extreme caution. The Weather Network's Connor O'Donovan has more from Alberta.
January 14, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Unseasonably warm January temperatures in Calgary are making ice surfaces dangerously unpredictable. Officials are urging extreme caution. The Weather Network's Connor O'Donovan has more from Alberta.
What’s so special about a Saskatchewan screamer? They’re usually harmless, but sometimes they can pack a mean punch. https://ow.ly/Q9vO50XWGnW
What is a Saskatchewan screamer? These are fast, sneaky storms with howling winds - The Weather Network
Not all snowstorms that form on the Prairies are a big deal, but Saskatchewan screamers can have a few nasty tricks up their sleeve.
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January 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM
What’s so special about a Saskatchewan screamer? They’re usually harmless, but sometimes they can pack a mean punch. https://ow.ly/Q9vO50XWGnW