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Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's trade and tariff policies in a speech to the Economic Club of Canada and urged Canadians to strengthen the domestic economy, diversify trade and prepare for this summer's CUSMA review.

After 40 years at Toronto's CHUM 104.5, broadcaster Marilyn Denis announced she will step away from the station's morning show this summer; the station says it will celebrate her career and will release final-show details later.

RBC, TD and CIBC each beat analysts' expectations in the fiscal first quarter and reported sizable profit increases. Banks cited higher trading and wealth-management activity, cost reductions and technology investments while noting ongoing trade uncertainty.

Hilary Knight called comments by U.S. president Donald Trump "distasteful and unfortunate" and urged attention return to the U.S. women's team's undefeated Olympic run, which finished 2-1 in overtime against Canada and outscored opponents 33-2.

Some students in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., began returning to classes just over two weeks after an 18-year-old shooter killed eight people, including six at the local secondary school; the district said elementary students would have shortened days this week, portable classrooms are in place for secondary students and additional security measures and counselling supports will be available.

Players from the U.S. women's hockey team have reportedly accepted an invitation from Flavor Flav to attend 'She Got Game' weekend in Las Vegas July 16–19, though organizers have released few details and it is unclear how many players will attend.

Colorectal Cancer Canada is urging provinces to lower routine screening to age 45 as diagnoses rise among younger adults, and the federal government has announced $41 million for new cancer research teams.

Conservative MPs moved to narrow the Interim Federal Health Program for some refugee and asylum claimants, prompting a House debate; the motion was defeated with Liberal, Bloc and NDP MPs voting against it.

Heavy rain and landslides in Minas Gerais have left 55 people dead and prompted ongoing rescue operations, with authorities warning of more rain and strong winds.

Major Canadian banks have increased loan loss provisions while reporting multi‑billion‑dollar quarterly profits, and some executives flagged housing softness and higher delinquencies as concerns.

The federal government is providing $1.55 billion in funding through 2027 to support Jordan's Principle, which aims to ensure First Nations children have equal access to services; child welfare advocates have raised concerns about an operational bulletin and a reported backlog of about 130,000 cases.

A Liberal MP from Surrey-Newton criticized a senior government official who said India had halted transnational interference in Canada, saying the remark conflicts with reports from community members and national security agencies; the comment came as Prime Minister Mark Carney prepared to visit India.

A Hong Kong appellate court overturned Jimmy Lai's 2022 fraud convictions, but he remains imprisoned under a separate 20-year national security sentence.

Scientists and park rangers released 158 juvenile hybrid giant tortoises on Floreana Island, the first tortoises there in more than 180 years; the animals carry roughly 40–80% of the extinct Floreana species' genetics and will be tracked with GPS as part of a larger reintroduction program.

Universities and junior colleges in Quebec have launched the bilingual third phase of the "Consent is Key" campaign, led by Léa Clermont-Dion, to address masculinist influencers who may normalize or downplay sexual violence. A survey across six Quebec universities found one in three people reported experiencing at least one form of sexual violence since starting classes.

Hillary Clinton told a House oversight committee in a closed-door deposition that she never met Jeffrey Epstein and disputed the committee's approach to sex-trafficking inquiries.

Daylight saving time in Canada begins on March 8, 2026 at 2 a.m., when clocks move ahead to 3 a.m.; the article notes some regions do not observe DST and many devices adjust automatically.

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called a general election for March 24 following a tense standoff with U.S. President Donald Trump over Greenland; campaigning has begun and polls recently showed a boost for her party.

A union says temporary funding for the Bureau of Pension Advocates will expire, cutting about 96 term positions including 24 lawyers and leaving 300 hearings planned for April unscheduled.

The federal government announced a $41 million investment to support 19 Canadian research teams focused on cancer prevention and earlier detection, led by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research with partners including the Terry Fox Research Institute and the Canadian Cancer Society.

Spring 2026 includes a chance of a new Great Comet appearing in early April and the Sun crosses the celestial equator on March 20, which can coincide with increased geomagnetic activity.

Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree said Canada still has work to do on security matters with India, a day after a senior government official told reporters Ottawa no longer believes India is linked to recent foreign interference and transnational repression.

The Myers Cocktail is an intravenous mix of water‑soluble vitamins and minerals used by some clinicians for symptoms such as chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, muscle aches and allergies, and the article notes possible side effects and contraindications.

The provincial government announced the general minimum wage will increase by $0.40 from $17.85 to $18.25 per hour effective June 1, a 2.2% rise tied to 2025 inflation and the 2024 Employment Standards Act.

Pierre Poilievre will speak to business leaders in Toronto about Canada–U.S. relations after criticism that he did not sufficiently address U.S. trade and annexation threats during last spring's election campaign.

Flavor Flav announced a 'She Got Game Weekend' for the U.S. Olympic women's hockey team in Las Vegas from July 16–19; the announcement follows the team's decision to decline a White House invitation and remarks by President Trump that drew criticism.

NorWest Community Health Centres distributed $3,000 in microgrants to six Black-serving local organizations and used the event to highlight a Black youth and families mental health support program and a sickle cell disease program.

Police say 20-year-old Abdul Yeberebaba is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for second-degree murder in the June killing of 15-year-old Jahkai Jack, and two other men have been arrested and charged as accessories. The allegations have not been tested in court.

On Feb. 18, SPRI’s EPOC program and partners brought healthcare professionals into Homestake Peak School for hands-on orthopaedic and STEM activities for eighth graders; the event involved BONE Academy, Vail Health, The Steadman Clinic, and support from Smith+Nephew.

Diageo closed its Amherstburg Crown Royal plant earlier than planned, affecting more than 200 jobs. Workers interviewed said they did not receive payments the company had pledged under a recent agreement with the Ontario government.