32 h. ago Ontario stargazers stunned by mysterious apparition during Perseid meteor shower

Did aliens visit Ontario last night? If you were a stargazer on Tuesday, August 12, you and many other residents may have been wondering as you caught a galactic treat.With the date serving as the peak of the Perseid meteor shower, people across the province and beyond had their eyes on the sky last night. But as Tuesday evening carried on into Wednesday morning, authorities like Ontario Storm Watch were  flooded with reports of a glowing "bowtie" shape in the skies, many of them from the south of the province.And though it wasn't an alien attack, it was something equally as cool.#ONStorm #ONwx 🚨 Alien invasion? 👽 Not quite… but it sure had people wondering tonight!We’ve been getting a ton of reports from across Southern Ontario about a strange glowing “bowtie” shape in the night sky. No, it’s not UFOs, but it is something pretty cool.Initial… pic.twitter.com/1KVRoaRJfG— Instant Weather On...

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40 h. ago Relief expected in Ontario as Atlantic Canada sees more sweltering temperatures

Relief expected in southern and eastern Ontario, but Environment Canada says temperatures still above average for this time of year

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59 h. ago Ontario's winter forecast for 2025 has arrived and here's what's in store

As much as I hate to be the bearer of bad news, there are officially less than six weeks left of summer in Ontario, meaning it won't be long before you'll have to ditch your sunglasses for your jackets and snow boots.Although you might be hoping for a smooth transition into a fall and a late start to the snowy season, a long-range winter forecast predicts that the upcoming winter season in Ontario will be anything but stable. According to the newly-released Farmers' Almanac Winter 2025-2026 Extended Weather Forecast, the forthcoming chilly season is set to bring "traditional winter patterns," including deep freezes, snowfalls and powerful storms. Farmer's AlmanacWhile some parts of the country will face dangerous chills and deep freezes, southern Ontario will thankfully experience a bit more variability. Occasional thaws will provide brief periods of relief, although sharp cold snaps will quickly rebound, serving as a remi...

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64 h. ago Burn bans issued across several municipalities in southern Ontario

Several municipalities across southern Ontario have issued burn bans, or total fire bans as wildfires continue to rage across the country and a heat warning persists.

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5 d. ago Hot, dry weather in Atlantic Canada prompts fire bans and increased penalties for violators

An outright burn ban is in place in N.S. right now with violators facing a $25,000 fine

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5 d. ago Dry conditions in Atlantic Canada prompt burn bans, stiff fines and possible imprisonment for violators

An outright burn ban is in place in N.S. right now with violators facing a $25,000 fine

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5 d. ago Dry conditions in Atlantic Canada prompt burn bans and stiff fines for violators

An outright burn ban is in place in N.S. right now with violators facing a $25,000 fine

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5 d. ago N.S. and N.B. close forests to the public as Newfoundland increases fines, threatens imprisonment

An outright burn ban is in place in N.S. right now with violators facing a $25,000 fine

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5 d. ago Dry conditions prompt New Brunswick to follow Nova Scotia’s lead and shut down forests to public use

An outright burn ban is in place in N.S. right now with violators facing a $25,000 fine

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5 d. ago Dry conditions prompt New Brunswick to follow Nova Scotia’s lead and shut down forests to public

An outright burn ban is in place in N.S. right now with violators facing a $25,000 fine

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6 d. ago Southern Ontario set to bake under another heat wave, humidex to go over 40 C

A fresh warning issued by Environment Canada on Friday afternoon predicts temperatures will begin to rise on Saturday and remain high until the middle of next week.

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7 d. ago ‘Out of control’ wildfire breaks out in Miramichi, N.B., burn ban in place

The wildfire in Miramichi is currently 22.5 hectares in size, New Brunswick's wildland fire reporting system indicating Thursday morning.

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7 d. ago N.S forest restrictions leave public scrambling for what’s OK

Nova Scotia's recent burn and travel bans have left many across the province confused about the rules citing unclear signage and enforcement for the regulations.

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7 d. ago ‘Really confusing’: N.S. forest restrictions leave public scrambling for what’s OK

Nova Scotia's recent burn and travel bans have left many across the province confused about the rules citing unclear signage and enforcement for the regulations.

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9 d. ago Parts of southern Ontario remain under air quality statement amid wildfire smoke

A stretch of southern Ontario remains under a special air quality statement today amid smoke from wildfires burning in parts of the country. Environment Canada says smoke from forest fires can cause reduced air quality and visibility that can fluctuate throughout the day. It says parts of the province, from Windsor to the Greater Toronto […]

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1 week ago Wildfire smoke stays over southern Ontario prompting air quality warnings

On Monday morning, Environment Canada issued a special air quality statement for the vast majority of southern Ontario, predicting "poor air quality" as a result of forest fires.

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4 w. ago Alectra urges customers to stay cool and conserve energy as prolonged heatwave continues across Southern Ontario

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With a multi-day stretch of extreme heat and humidity continuing across Southern Ontario, Alectra Utilities is encouraging residents to prioritize their health and safety while taking steps to reduce electricity consumption. Environment Canada has issued a heat warning with daytime highs of 31 to 35 C and […]

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