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• Albertans prepare for the big melt as temperatures forecast to soar this weekend

  After Albertans were forced to endure some frigid, frosty weather recently, a big warmup is on the way with the mercury forecast to soar to near-record temperatures.

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  Jan 8
• Edmonton family builds vibrant ice cabin in front yard, supports local charity

  Three years ago, Tyler Gamblin crafted an ice igloo in his west Edmonton yard. Now, he's at it again —  but this time, it's a very colourful, very Canadian ice cabin.

  Lifestyle

  Jan 7
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• Edmonton’s residential road clearing parking ban to begin Jan. 12

  The City of Edmonton's Phase 2 seasonal parking ban will start on Monday, Jan. 12 and may last around two weeks as the snow is dealt with on residential roads.

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  Jan 7
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• ‘Frostbite capital’: Efforts to reduce amputations underway in Edmonton

  The Hope Mission says the shelter has had to hire more nurses in recent years because a majority of frostbite procedures involve Edmonton's homeless population.

  Health

  Jan 5
• Fatal crashes in Alberta spike above 10-year average in December: RCMP

  Alberta RCMP said fatal and injury collisions increased in December and the trend appears to be continuing into the new year, with four deaths in the first four days of January.

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  Jan 5
• Edmonton apartment residents left with no water, indoor plumbing for days

  Since Dec. 31, 2025, residents of 232 units at South Ridge Apartments and Townhomes in Edmonton were without water or plumbing. Porta-potties were offered as a temporary solution.

  Weather

  Jan 5
• Kitten suffers major injuries after seeking shelter in engine compartment

  Kaedra, an eight month kitten, suffered major burn and frostbite injuries after seeking refuge from the cold by hiding inside a vehicle near the engine.

  Weather

  Jan 2
• Fog, snow squalls and freezing rain: Winter weather warnings in place across Canada

  Environment Canada issued a number of yellow weather warnings on Friday, ranging from dense fog in British Columbia to lake-effect snow in parts of Ontario. 

  Canada

  Jan 2
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• Windrow removal happening first in Edmonton before residential blading in January

  Back-to-back snowfalls have left more than 70 centimetres of the white stuff on Edmonton roads and the city said it'll be few weeks until crews can move into neighbourhoods.

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  Dec 30, 2025
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• Sturgeon County fire truck rolls off road amid freezing rain north of Edmonton

  Sturgeon County said freezing rain led to very hazardous driving conditions on roads north of Edmonton, and drivers were advised to stay vigilant and drive with extreme caution.

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  Dec 30, 2025
• Edmonton digs out from white Christmas, Phase 1 parking ban in effect again

  Heavy snow began falling Christmas Eve and carried on through the ensuing two days, after an Alberta clipper swept through the region the week earlier.

  Weather

  Dec 29, 2025
• Chilly, snowy Christmas coming to Alberta, rest of Western Canada

  As much as 10 to 20 cm is expected to fall by Christmas morning in central Alberta, including in and around Edmonton, and drivers are advised consider adjusting travel plans.

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  Dec 24, 2025
• Edmonton’s 1st parking ban of season ends — but a Christmas snowfall could trigger another

  The City of Edmonton wrapped up its first Phase 1 seasonal parking ban of the winter on Monday, but another one could be declared as 10 to 20 cm of snow is expected on Dec. 24.

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  Dec 23, 2025
• A white Christmas in the forecast for Edmonton and Calgary, but not ‘perfect’

  For most people who live in Alberta and are dreaming of a white Christmas this year, it appears they will get their wish.

  Weather

  Dec 22, 2025
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• Treacherous commutes expected in Alberta as winter wallop tracks across Canada

  Many parts of the Prairies, along with other parts of Canada, might have to dig themselves out ahead of this coming weekend as a wintry wallop continues.

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  Dec 19, 2025
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• Edmonton city crews jump on heavy snowfall

  As of noon on Thursday, more than 90 per cent of phase one snow clearing had been complete. City crews said they've worked 24/7 to make sure roads are clear.

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  Dec 18, 2025
• High winds, snow recorded after intense Alberta Clipper sweeps across province

  Central Alberta was mostly impacted by heavy snow while southern Alberta saw strong winds and blizzard-like conditions when a fast-moving low-pressure system swept through.

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  Dec 18, 2025
• Blizzard conditions keep RCMP busy as winter storm moves across Canada

  Winter storm warnings have also been issued across north-central Ontario and into Quebec, with up to 30 centimetres of snow forecast.

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  Dec 18, 2025
• RCMP warn against travel on all Alberta roads amid whiteout conditions

  Treacherous road conditions led to several crashes on the QEII highway that forced RCMP to shut down the road between Calgary and Red Deer, where about 100 vehicles got stuck.

  Weather

  Dec 17, 2025
• Nasty winter storm blasts Prairie provinces with heavy snow, fierce winds

  It's shaping up to be a nasty blast of winter across the Prairies today with snowstorms and blizzards set to dump up to 30 centimetres in some areas.

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  Dec 17, 2025
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• Edmonton, parts of Alberta warned 30 cm of snow possible on Wednesday

  Heavy snow, between 15 to 30 cm, is forecast to fall Wednesday in Edmonton and surrounding parts of central Alberta, coupled with high winds creating whiteout conditions.

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  Dec 16, 2025
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• Highways proactively closed due to heavy rain across B.C.’s South Coast

  B.C.'s provincial government is warning commuters on Monday that routes are at risk of flooding and some road closures could occur.

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  Dec 15, 2025
• Winter storms, rain and snow walloping Canada. Here’s where you’ll see it

  Winter hasn't officially arrived yet, but heavy snow, rainfall and winter storm warnings are in effect across Canada with up to 40 cm of snow possible in some eastern regions.

  Weather

  Dec 14, 2025
• 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.

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  Dec 13, 2025