It could be a messy commute this evening in Ottawa
OTTAWA -
Ottawa is receiving its first dose of winter weather.
Environment Canada has issued a freezing rain warning for Ottawa and Gatineau, along with Prescott and Russell, calling for freezing rain Wednesday evening.
"Periods of freezing rain or freezing drizzle are expected to continue this evening. Several hours of freezing rain are possible before the precipitation changes to rain late this evening or overnight as temperatures rise above zero," said Environment Canada.
A freezing rain warning is also in effect for Renfrew, Pembroke and Barry's Bay.
Environment Canada says periods of rain or drizzle will continue Wednesday evening, and there is a risk of freezing rain. Temperature rising to 10 C by morning.
Thursday will see periods of rain ending in the afternoon then cloudy with a chance of showers. Temperature falling to plus 4 C in the afternoon.
Friday will see a mix of sun and cloud and a high of plus 2 C.
A mix of sun and cloud is in the forecast for Saturday and Sunday.
Shopping Trends
The Shopping Trends team is independent of the journalists at CTV News. We may earn a commission when you use our links to shop. Read about us.
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
'I recognize these footsteps': How Trump and 'coyote' smuggling changed life at the border
Bent signs bolted to the rail threaten fines and imprisonment should violators cross the boundary into the United States, a warning many people are choosing to ignore simply by walking around the barrier.
Video shows moments before a plane crashes into a busy Texas intersection
Four people sustained non-life-threatening injuries after a small plane crashed into a busy intersection in Victoria, Texas, Wednesday.
She took a DNA test for fun. Police used it to charge her grandmother with murder in a cold case
According to court documents, detectives reopened the cold case in 2017 and then worked with a forensics company to extract DNA from Baby Garnet's partial femur, before sending the results to Identifinders International.
From wreckhouse winds to blizzards, mix of weather in forecasts for parts of Canada
Canadians will experience contrasting weather on Thursday, from warmer temperatures in the Maritimes to extreme cold in parts of Ontario, the Prairies and the North.
Banks tell 2 Ontarians too much time has passed to cash decades-old cheque, GIC
Two Ontarians who recently found unclaimed money from decades-old investments were told by their banks there were no records of them in their systems.
Canada says it wants to slash its emisssions by half by 2035. Will that be enough?
Canada is aiming to cut its emissions in half by 2035 compared to 2005 levels, a newly released target range that is lower than what a federal advisory body recommended.
Indian Gukesh Dommaraju, 18, becomes the youngest ever chess world champion
Teenager Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest-ever undisputed classical chess world champion after beating Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in their best-of-14 final in Singapore on Thursday.
Dog found after vehicle stolen in Toronto
A dog that was inside a vehicle when it was stolen in Toronto on Wednesday has been found, police say.
Humpback whale makes record journey from South America to Africa
A male humpback whale has made an extraordinary journey from South America to Africa — travelling more than 13,046 kilometres — the longest migration recorded for a single whale, a new study found.
Atlantic
-
More than 30,000 customers without power in the Maritimes due to wet, windy storm
Tens of thousands of customers in the Maritimes woke up to no power Thursday morning and several schools are closed as a wet and windy storm makes its way through the region.
-
Deal between Ottawa and N.S. First Nation over contested fishery nearly done: lawyer
The lawyer for a Mi'kmaq band that has battled Ottawa over its lobster harvest rights says a deal settling the "centuries-old" fishing dispute is nearly complete.
-
WATCH LIVE
WATCH LIVE Nova Scotia's new cabinet ministers to be sworn-in Thursday afternoon
The new cabinet for the Nova Scotia government will have its swearing-in ceremony Thursday afternoon.
Toronto
-
'Enough is enough': Doug Ford says Ontario could hand encampment drug users $10,000 fines, prison
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his government is introducing a suite of measures to help municipalities “address and dismantle” homeless encampments around the province, including steep fines for people who use drugs.
-
Three teens charged in connection with Richmond Hill cinema shootings
Three youths have been arrested and charged in connection with a series of shootings that occurred at a cinema in Richmond Hill, some of which while moviegoers were inside.
-
Dog found after vehicle stolen in Toronto
A dog that was inside a vehicle when it was stolen in Toronto on Wednesday has been found, police say.
Montreal
-
Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador announce Churchill Falls deal
Quebec and Newfoundland announced today a new arrangement that will see Quebec pay 30 times more for power from the Churchill Falls hydroelectricity plant in Labrador.
-
Montreal restaurant forced to close after driver crashes into building
With the holidays fast approaching, one Montreal restaurant was forced to close its doors after a driver crashed into it on the weekend.
-
Man shot and injured near Longueuil daycare
A man was shot and injured across the street from a daycare in Longueil, and the suspect is at large.
Northern Ontario
-
Stabbing in wooded area of Sudbury results in attempted murder charge
Sudbury police have charged a man, 28, with attempted murder after a stabbing in wooded area off Leslie Street on Wednesday night.
-
Sudbury police lay IPV charges after person shows up on neighbour's doorstep
A Sudbury man, 32, is in custody facing eight intimate partner violence charges after his significant other showed up at a neighbour's door asking to call police.
-
Banks tell 2 Ontarians too much time has passed to cash decades-old cheque, GIC
Two Ontarians who recently found unclaimed money from decades-old investments were told by their banks there were no records of them in their systems.
Windsor
-
Shots fired in South Windsor, one injured
An investigation is underway after the Windsor Police Service said multiple shots were fired at a group of people in South Windsor.
-
Woman charged after throwing pot of coffee in Chatham business: CKPS
Chatham-Kent police charged a woman who allegedly threw a pot of coffee when asked to leave a business in Chatham.
-
London
-
Road closures with deteriorating conditions
Police across the region are warning drivers of deteriorating road conditions and poor visibility as snow squalls move through the region.
-
Blizzards and snowsqualls to roll through the region today
Blizzard and snow squall warnings have rolled across much of southern Ontario – with up to 15 centimeters expected today, and blowing snow reducing visibility on roadways.
-
Dundas Street now open after morning structure fire
Crews were called to the scene around 8:45 a.m. Thursday. There is no word on how the fire started or anybody was in the building at the time.
Kitchener
-
Storm Watch: Tracking today's closures and cancellations
Storm Watch is your destination for information about school closures, bus cancellations and road closures in Waterloo region, Guelph, Brantford and the surrounding area.
-
Settlement reached in complaint over Canada Post layoffs as strike hits four weeks
The union representing Canada Post workers says an unfair labour practice complaint over the company's layoffs has been resolved.
-
Homicide suspect wanted on nation-wide warrant arrested in Cambridge
A man has been arrested in Cambridge as part of a nation-wide homicide investigation.
Barrie
-
Significant weather event declared in Owen Sound amid blizzard warning
The City of Owen Sound has declared a significant weather event with the region under a blizzard warning on Thursday as lake-effect snow squalls hammer the area.
-
Teen arrested in connection to threat made toward high school: OPP
Provincial police arrested a 17-year-old from Bolton accused of making a threat toward a local high school.
-
Blizzard and snow squall warnings issued with hazardous travel expected
Prepare for some wicked weather expected to hit the region on Wednesday, with heavy snowfall up to 80 centimetres possible and gusty winds creating dicey travel conditions.
Winnipeg
-
Extreme cold to 'linger' in southern Manitoba: ECCC
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is warning Manitobans that the extreme cold will likely “linger” until Thursday night into Friday morning.
-
'We're not used to it this year': Extreme cold impacting Winnipeggers
The extreme cold has settled over much of Manitoba and the bone chilling temperatures are impacting people across the province, including in Winnipeg.
-
Taxi driver injured while being carjacked by teen: Winnipeg police
A Winnipeg taxi driver sustained minor injuries after his vehicle was carjacked and he was dragged to the ground on Tuesday.
Calgary
-
Danielle Smith announces new team to patrol Alberta-U.S. border
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government will create a team of specially-trained Alberta Sheriffs tasked with patrolling the Alberta-U.S. border.
-
Calgary teens accused of using gun in brazen vape store robbery
Calgary police have charged two teens in the armed robbery of a store in the Manchester Industrial area.
-
Former Alberta premier Rachel Notley quitting legislature seat as of Dec. 30
Former Alberta premier and NDP Leader Rachel Notley is leaving the legislature.
Edmonton
-
Former Alberta premier Rachel Notley quitting legislature seat as of Dec. 30
Former Alberta premier and NDP Leader Rachel Notley is leaving the legislature.
-
Danielle Smith announces new team to patrol Alberta-U.S. border
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government will create a team of specially-trained Alberta Sheriffs tasked with patrolling the Alberta-U.S. border.
-
Wild weather: Monsoon rains, heavy snow and devastating fire
Here’s a look at some of the weather stories making headlines this past week.
Regina
-
Three charged after Regina police officer assaulted during break and enter investigation
Three people are facing a lengthy list of charges after a break and enter investigation led to a Regina police officer being assaulted and injured Tuesday night.
-
Regina General Hospital parkade set to open, will provide 686 more parking spots
The grand opening of a new parkade at Regina's General Hospital was celebrated on Thursday. Staff and visitors to the medical centre will be able to use the new facility on Monday.
-
Sask. extreme cold warnings enter second day with warm up forecasted
Much of central and southern Saskatchewan, including Regina and Saskatoon, remain under an extreme cold warning Thursday morning.
Saskatoon
-
Nearly 1,500 people in Saskatoon are homeless, according to the latest count
Nearly 1,500 people in Saskatoon are homeless, according to the latest point-in-time (PiT) Count conducted by the city and outside partners.
-
Historic University of Saskatchewan building slated for demolition
There is a building on the University of Saskatchewan campus that has been an eyesore for a few years, and now the historic building is slated for demolition. However, historians want campus officials to rethink the plan to get rid of it.
-
Cold weather in Saskatchewan spurs furnace breakdowns, carbon monoxide concerns
The return of bitterly cold temperatures has first responders and HVAC technicians on stand-by, ready to respond to emergencies.
Vancouver
-
B.C. man found guilty of second-degree murder
More than seven years after Allen William Skedden was found dead in Richmond, B.C., a man has been found guilty of his murder.
-
Police investigating assault in downtown Victoria
Police are investigating an early-morning assault in the parking lot of a McDonald's restaurant in downtown Victoria.
-
'Do not approach him': Mounties searching for wanted man in B.C.
Mounties on Vancouver Island are asking the public to help find a 36-year-old man who is wanted by police.
Vancouver Island
-
Police investigating assault in downtown Victoria
Police are investigating an early-morning assault in the parking lot of a McDonald's restaurant in downtown Victoria.
-
'Do not approach him': Mounties searching for wanted man in B.C.
Mounties on Vancouver Island are asking the public to help find a 36-year-old man who is wanted by police.
-
Russian living in B.C. claims Scotiabank wrongfully withholding funds over sanctions
A Russian woman who has been living and working in Canada for the last eight years says her money is locked in limbo due to sanctions against Russia's largest bank, so she's taking Scotiabank and the Canadian government to court.
Kelowna
-
Study of 2023 Okanagan wildfires recommends limiting development in high-risk areas
A study into the devastating wildfires that struck British Columbia's Okanagan region in 2023 has recommended that government and industry limit development in high-fire-risk areas.
-
Kelowna, B.C., to host the Memorial Cup in the spring of 2026
The Western Hockey League's Kelowna Rockets will host the Memorial Cup in the spring of 2026, the Canadian Hockey League said Wednesday.
-
545 vehicles impounded in 332 days: BC Highway Patrol pleads for drivers to slow down
Mounties with the BC Highway Patrol in Kelowna say they've impounded more than 545 vehicles for excessive speed and aggressive driving so far this year. That works out to more than 1.6 per day.
