Santa Claus

• 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
  
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• 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
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• 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
• 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
• 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
• What are some budget friendly Christmas options in Lethbridge?

  With Christmas just a few weeks away, many are looking for an affordable way to spread some holiday cheer without breaking the bank this December. Sarah Jones has more.

  Consumer

  Dec 4, 2023
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• 40th annual Fort Macleod Santa Claus Parade welcomes hundreds to town

  Hundreds of people lined Fort Macleod’s historic Main Street to catch a glimpse of the man in red himself as part of the 40th annual Santa Claus Parade. Sarah Jones has more.

  Canada

  Nov 27, 2023
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• Kingston, Ont., kids have breakfast with Santa — and raise funds for charity

  Kingston area kids filed into the Cataraqui Centre Sunday for breakfast with Kris Kringel. Proceeds from the ticket sales raised $1,000 for Clothes for Kids.

  Canada

  Nov 26, 2023