The funny thing is that here in Newfoundland, where many people associate us with igloos and whale blubber, we are actually warmer, because we are at sea level, coastal, and receiving the warmth of the current. So, we have no freezing cold temps for long here, even though we are further north. We often have green Christmases here. The colder temps don't usually hit here until January/February and it results in later springs.

I lived in Alberta for a long time though and I know how cold it can get. Sending warm hugs your way Mr. V.