Climate Archives - Cottage Life

The aftermath of a forest fire in Jasper, Alberta

The top 10 Canadian weather events of 2024

General

asperitas clouds

Rare cloud formation graces the skies in these two Canadian cities

Outdoors

a slushy road in the forest

This winter could be wet, warm, and snowy—but it all depends on La Niña

Outdoors

a weather app open on a phone

Cottage Q&A: What meteorologists actually mean when they estimate precipitation amounts

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a woman sitting in front of a cabin wearing snowshoes

Learning to embrace the deep, bitter cold—and enjoy it

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Scientist Katharine Hayhoe on the effects of climate change at the cottage

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A dock spider on a wood beam

Cottage Q&A: Did we get more dock spiders this year?

General

Wild Profile: Meet the North American lemming

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A white-person's hand cupping harmful algae bloom on what appears to be an aquaculture pond or lake

7 climate issues affecting Canadians right now

General

A cottage on fire.

Wildfire expert explains how to protect your paradise

General

Storm clouds with lightning strike

Cottage Q&A: The difference between climate and weather

General

Outdoor thermometre showing temperatures close to minus 40 degrees Celsius.

The most extreme climates in Canada

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