Snow Life

Canadians have this mythology about how we're a hardy, northern people. But we sure whinge about the weather a lot.

Hear NP personalties such as Christie Blatchford and Terence Corcoran share their stories of winter in Canada.

The cold hand of winter can be felt in different parts of our culture, from music to food to the sea of very similar parkas on the subway.

We get into the Olympic spirit and explore the former demonstration sport of ski ballet, curling's Scottish roots and a special report from the streets of Pyeongchang.

We tackle cold and flu myths, the cult of the wake-up light and hygge, a Danish guide to winter survival.

The good and bad (well, mostly bad) behaviour of Canadians in winter. We talk snow removal, ice on sidewalks and the enduring mystery of why there's some much dog poop in parks during the season.

Three stories of winter storms in Canada: What it's like to flee your home with five kids, shelter hundreds of strangers, and live in the snowiest town in the country. Hunker down and get your storm chips!

Stories about first winters in Canada featuring 19th century views of the season, a Vancouver Islander's big move to Ottawa and a conversation with two border-crossers who spent seven hours out in the fierce cold of Manitoba.

Get ready for true stories of Canadian winter, launching this January.