A broad swath of Canada is waking up to accumulating snow, with Calgary leading the pack at about 23 cm and other parts of Ontario and Manitoba seeing 8–14 cm. Winds around 40–50 km/h will produce patchy whiteout and slick roads, raising the risk of slower commutes and bus delays. Severe icing is not evident tonight, and no freezing rain is reported, but closures are still possible where snow piles up and visibility drops. Monitor local alerts as schools consider delays or closures in higher-accumulation zones, and give kids extra time for getting ready and travel safety.
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