2026 arrives with celebrations from coast to coast

Canadians in Newfoundland were the first to ring in 2026, including residents of St. John’s.

The city hosted a series of New Year’s Eve celebrations culminating in a classic midnight countdown and fireworks.

In Montreal, the night was billed as “Le Grand Minuit,” featuring lights, music and what organizers described as a whole lot of winter magic in the city’s historic Old Port.

In Toronto, pop-up performances and entertainment could be found in every neighbourhood, with the festive countdown and fireworks taking place on the city’s waterfront.