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Russia's full-scale invasion that began on Feb. 24, 2022 has entered its fifth year with fighting continuing; reports note large military and civilian tolls and millions displaced from their homes.

British Columbia approved the expansion of the Copper Mountain mine, and Hudbay says the extended project will produce large amounts of copper, gold and silver; environmental groups have raised concerns about a planned raise to the tailings dam.

At a Winnipeg trial, the accused, Jamie Felix, was reported by his former girlfriend to have said he had killed people after a November 2023 rooming house shooting; Felix has pleaded not guilty to five counts of second-degree murder.

Technology shares fell sharply, with the S&P/TSX Information Technology Index dropping more than 3% and falling over 20% year to date, as analysts cited renewed worries that artificial intelligence could disrupt business models and valuations.

At a routine physical, a doctor heard an unusual heart sound and referred Keri Pratt to a cardiologist; she was diagnosed with a bicuspid aortic valve and later had a Ross procedure.

A University of Calgary report found Calgary spent just under $58 million responding to domestic violence in 2019 and says expanding prevention programs would cost about $1.2 million per year.

The District of Metchosin has appointed Dan Verdun as its new fire chief; he brings more than 30 years of municipal fire and emergency services experience and is expected to start on March 2.

Manager John Schneider said Berríos battled physical issues last year but the team and pitching coach monitored his condition, and they reported feeling comfortable with him throwing in his first Blue Jays start.

Canada's minister of artificial intelligence said he has raised concerns with OpenAI after reports that a ChatGPT account linked to the Tumbler Ridge shooter was flagged internally but not referred to police; OpenAI says it banned the account and contacted RCMP after the attack.

A House finance committee approved four Conservative amendments to the Budget Implementation Act that add a 30-day public consultation, dual ministerial approval and reporting requirements for proposed regulatory sandbox exemptions; the bill returns to the House and is expected to face a confidence vote.

The American Repertory Theater production of Wonder cast young performers with facial differences, including Max Voehl and Garrett McNally, in the lead role; the show ran for two months and closed on Feb. 15.

Experts told Global News that Premier Danielle Smith’s proposed rules limiting service access for some non-permanent residents could make life harder for newcomers and affect sectors that rely on immigrant labour; a referendum on the measures is scheduled for this fall.

Employees at the Iqaluit Housing Authority ratified a collective agreement on Feb. 23 that raises wages, increases allowances and expands vacation and leave entitlements; the agreement runs until June 30, 2028.

Warren Paull won the shíshálh Nation 2026 chief election with 200 votes to incumbent Lenora Joe's 161; four ballots were spoiled and 365 ballots were cast.

As Syria emerges from years of war and political change, returning and local creators are producing Ramadan dramas that address once-taboo topics, while some productions face censorship, social pushback and scheduling delays.

British Columbia Premier David Eby called Alberta separatists who travelled to Washington "traitors," and the article notes that Section 46 of the Criminal Code ties treason to use of force or violence rather than non-violent political advocacy.

Security cameras at Baltimore's National Aquarium captured two visiting otters rolling, sliding and romping on an outdoor deck during a nor'easter, the aquarium said.

Visitors in Puerto Vallarta reported gunfire and fires after violence tied to the reported killing of a cartel leader; Global Affairs Canada advised Canadians in Mexico to shelter in place and said local officials expect conditions to normalize in the coming days.

Telus Optik TV has released Off-Road Rescue, a six-episode series that follows Kelowna's Bruce Cook and his team as they perform off-road recoveries in the Okanagan. Cook was paralyzed from the mid-section down in 2014 after a dirt-bike accident.

The Alberta government said it will invest $7.7 billion in physician services, recruitment and education in the 2026–27 budget, a 22% increase from Budget 2025, and reported 13,008 physicians registered at the end of 2025.

A tentative agreement was announced for 25,000 health‑science professionals in British Columbia and the union says it includes 12% wage increases over four years; full details will be released after a ratification vote.

Australia's prime minister told the U.K. he would support removing Prince Andrew from the succession, but any change requires approval by the U.K. Parliament and the governments of the other Commonwealth realms.

Michel Tardif of Sudbury, Ontario, died on February 16, 2026, at age 63; cremation has taken place and he is survived by his daughter Angela and several siblings.

OpenAI says a ChatGPT account connected to the B.C. shooter was flagged last year and banned in June 2025; staff considered but did not make a law enforcement referral at the time. OpenAI has contacted the RCMP after the Feb. 10 shooting and investigators say they are reviewing electronic devices and online activity as part of an ongoing probe.

A U.S. arms control official presented declassified material alleging a 2020 underground nuclear explosion at China’s Lop Nur site and urged nations to press China and Russia on disarmament; China denied the accusation and the New START treaty recently expired.

Loblaw Companies Limited says it will invest $2.4 billion in 2026 to open 70 stores, renovate nearly 200 locations, and support about 9,700 retail and construction jobs across Canada.

The federal government has opened a national consultation to help develop a men's and boys' health strategy, with an online questionnaire open March 2 through June 1 and the strategy expected later this year.

The Liberals accepted Conservative-backed amendments to add consultation, reporting and approval requirements around proposed "regulatory sandboxes" in Bill C-15, and to exclude certain laws from being overridden while MPs continued a clause-by-clause review at the finance committee under a tight timetable.

Charley Crockett cancelled multiple Canadian shows after being refused entry under subsection 44(1) of the Immigration and Refugee Act because of a past felony conviction.

At the BAFTAs an attendee's outburst was reported as including a racial slur, and host Alan Cumming thanked the audience for their patience and urged compassion while awards were presented.