The entire province of Manitoba has been issued a special weather statement as cold weather makes its way to the Prairies.
Arctic air is moving into Manitoba this weekend, which will cover the province in a deep freeze just in time for Christmas.
Saturday, December 23 will be the last relatively mild day in Winnipeg before the highs drop down below -20°C. Wind chills of -35°C will be common over the weekend as well.
Northern Manitoba will be hit even harder, with highs at -28°C and windchills of -50°C possible.
Environment and Climate Change Canada recommends travelling with an emergency kit in your vehicle, as exposure to this type of cold can be extremely deadly.