Freezing rain may create slippery conditions across southwestern Ontario: Environment Canada

An icy parking lot on Dec. 19, 2025. (CTV News/Dan Lauckner)

Environment Canada is warning of the potential for freezing rain late Saturday afternoon and into the evening, which officials say could create icy and slippery conditions in parts of southwestern Ontario.

Up to two millimetres of ice accretion is possible in some areas. Precipitation is expected to begin as rain or snow before transitioning to freezing rain, then ending later Saturday evening or overnight.

The weather agency said areas south of Highway 401 are likely to see little to no icing, as temperatures are expected to remain slightly above freezing.

Drivers and pedestrians are being urged to use caution, as roads and walkways may become icy.