White Christmas, blowing snow, Christmas greetings

Morning Coffee – By Aaron Hall

Weather forecast for Christmas Monday, December 25, 2017

A beautiful white Christmas morning, but becoming blustery with brisk winds and local blowing snow developing.

Environment Canada officials say everyone will awaken to a fresh blanket of powdery snow this Christmas morning.

However, brisk westerly winds are expected to pick up this morning causing areas of blowing snow at times, especially in exposed areas. Travelers should adjust their driving in the presence of reduced visibility in blowing snow.

A snowfall warning has ended in Chatham-Kent, but a special weather statement is in place.

Today – Becoming cloudy this morning with flurries. Local blowing snow. Local amount 2 to 4 cm. Wind west 30 km/h gusting to 50. High minus 5.

Tonight – Flurries ending this evening then mainly cloudy. Local blowing snow early this evening. Wind west 30 km/h gusting to 50 becoming light overnight. Low minus 16.

Merry Christmas from the Sydenham Current

Dana, Tami, Aaron and everyone with the Sydenham Current wish everyone a Merry Christmas!

To all of our clients and readers, thank you so much for your support!

We hope you all have a great day with your families and friends.

Merry Christmas from the PM

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, issued the following statement on Christmas:

“Merry Christmas, Canada!

In 2017, people across Canada gave us much reason to be proud, and showed us the strength in our diversity. Canadians are neighbours helping neighbours, sharing warmth, compassion, and generosity—not just at Christmas, but all year round.

For Christians around the world, this season is a time to celebrate Jesus Christ and his message of compassion. For all of us, it is a chance to come together to give thanks for everything that unites us.

As the 150th anniversary of Confederation draws to a close, all of us have a role to play in shaping our world for the better. In the New Year, and throughout the years to come, let’s commit to making a difference. Whether by lending a hand to a neighbour, or volunteering for a cause we believe in, let’s give generously, and live out the values that bring us together.

Let’s also reach out and listen—to those next door, across the aisle, and at the dinner table. Building a better world starts where we work and live, in our communities, and at home.

During the holidays, I also ask you take a moment to remember our brave servicewomen and men, and their families. They make extraordinary sacrifices to keep us safe.

From our family to yours, Hadrien, Ella-Grace, Xavier, Sophie, and I wish you joy, health, love, and peace this holiday season. Merry Christmas.”