Santa Claus

• NAV Canada clears Santa Claus and his reindeer for takeoff

  The final preparations for Santa Claus' annual Dec. 24 flight are complete after successfully navigating 'several unusual challenges,' NAV Canada said in a statement.

  Canada

  Dec 24
  
• Anti-Santa signs at Brantford, Ont. home not illegal, police say

  A Brantford, Ont. home was decorated with anti-Santa signs during the city's parade, though they were removed after police spoke with the homeowner.

  Canada

  Dec 10
  
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• ‘We’re back’: Toronto’s Santa Claus parade returns for 121st year

  Toronto's Santa Claus Parade is returning for its 121st year, with its head feeling optimistic for more to come after financial hardships almost ended the event in 2024.

  Canada

  Nov 5
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• NORAD’s Santa tracker began in the Cold War. Here’s why it’s still going

  Each year, at least 100,000 kids call into the North American Aerospace Defense Command to inquire about Santa’s location, with millions more online in nine languages.

  Canada

  Dec 24, 2024
• Being Santa Claus: Regina’s Saint Nick on the joys and lessons of the job

  As Christmas nears and families take time off, there's one man who will be pulling an all-nighter for the big day. He says the job can be demanding, but rewarding. 

  Canada

  Dec 17, 2024
• Alberta actors embrace diversity of Saint Nick: ‘Santa Claus is like a snowflake’

  Many countries celebrate Christmas with their version of Santa Claus.

  Features

  Dec 16, 2024
• Santa Claus is back in Saskatoon this holiday

  Santa is visiting one of his favourite spots in Saskatoon, Midtown Mall. Global's Nicole Healey catches up with the jolly old elf and sharing what makes this visit special.

  Lifestyle

  Dec 13, 2024
• Renewed sense of hope for Toronto Santa Claus Parade’s future: CEO

  The Toronto Santa Clause Parade faces financial challenges but, with public and government support, they are working hard to secure its future and keep the magic alive.

  Canada

  Nov 20, 2024
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• Inflation, high costs could bring end to Toronto’s famous Santa Claus Parade

  Inflation and high operating costs could end up proving to be the Grinch for organizers of the Toronto Santa Claus parade, they warn.

  Canada

  Nov 7, 2024
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• The story of inflatable Santas and how they’ve blown up in one N.S. neighbourhood

  A Halifax-area community is attracting visitors from all over the city as they've put up more than 100 inflatable Santas in their front yards to raise money for Feed Nova Scotia.

  Canada

  Dec 8, 2023