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Montreal-based coach Kavita Ajwani describes 2026 dating as a confusing, low-trust environment shaped by apps and AI, and she says many people are leaning back toward in-person interactions and organic meetings.

The Carney government has reintroduced federal EV rebates, pledged $1.5 billion for fast-charging and proposed up to $3 billion to help Canada’s auto sector adapt. The article questions whether some of that money should go to U.S. automakers given their retreat from EVs and underused Canadian plants.

Rod McQueen recalls Joyce McKeough, who was presented at Buckingham Palace in 1957 and later married Darcy McKeough, a longtime Ontario politician; the couple were frequently seen together and often left events arm-in-arm.

Inuit leaders returning from Greenland say Canada's Arctic lags on power, ports and post-secondary facilities and are pressing the federal government to invest in community-focused infrastructure; funding and enabling legislation for a proposed Inuit Nunangat university remain pending.

At the Munich Security Conference, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Berlin has begun talks with France on a European nuclear deterrent and urged the United States to repair transatlantic trust; President Emmanuel Macron called for a reorganized, stronger European security architecture.

Officials say VQA wine sales rose roughly 79–83% after the provincial government directed the LCBO to stop selling U.S. products in March 2025.

A White Castle automated slider kiosk has been installed in the renovated terminal food court at Southwest Florida International Airport, offering made-to-order sliders through a vending-style unit. White Castle also operates a kiosk at Boston Logan International Airport and plans additional airport kiosks.

Rosy-faced lovebirds, native to the Namib Desert, have likely established a pet-derived colony in Phoenix that may number about 2,000 birds; the species is noted for forming strong lifelong pair bonds and mutual grooming.

Authorities in Iran have carried out widespread arrests weeks after security forces moved to crush nationwide protests; activist groups report large numbers detained while tracking is hampered by internet restrictions.

Louis Riel Day events are taking place across Westman, with Manitoba Métis Federation locals hosting cultural activities, meals and youth fundraising; the Brandon Wheat Kings will wear special jerseys to support Métis youth.

President Donald Trump said he will seek to impose voter identification requirements for the November midterm elections and said he plans to issue an executive order, without explaining the legal rationale. He is backing a House-passed bill that would require proof of citizenship to vote, but the measure is not expected to advance in the Senate.

Prime Minister Mark Carney will attend a vigil in Tumbler Ridge on Friday, joined by other federal party leaders, three days after a mass shooting that killed nine people.

Volunteers from Natural Hair Salon and students from Summit Salon Academy Victoria provided free haircuts, makeup and manicures to dozens of female-identifying clients at Our Place Society on Valentine's Day.

Toronto residents say snow routes and sidewalks remain uncleared weeks after heavy January storms while the city continues issuing parking fines; city officials say prioritized removal is underway and most streetcar routes are nearly complete.

President Donald Trump said regime change in Iran "seems" to be "the best thing" and the Pentagon has sent a second aircraft carrier to the Middle East; U.S. envoys are reported to be scheduled to meet Iranian representatives in Geneva next Tuesday.

The death of actor James Van Der Beek at 48 has renewed discussion of rising colorectal cancer among Canadians under 50; a Toronto colorectal surgeon described screening options and common risk factors.

The Commissioner of Canada Elections says Chrystia Freeland answered questions at two government press conferences in June 2024 that the office determined became non-monetary contributions under the Canada Elections Act; her riding association repaid $910.58 and she was not required to pay a personal fine.

An active shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary left multiple people dead and others injured; the RCMP says the suspected shooter was found dead and the investigation is ongoing.

The Red Gala returns on Feb. 21 as a fundraiser run by the Shuswap Cardiac Society to support a local cardiac rehabilitation program; last year's event raised $26,564, exceeding a $25,000 goal.

Aurora's two-day Arctic Adventure runs Saturday, Feb. 14 at Aurora Town Square and Monday, Feb. 16 at Town Park, featuring workshops, live performances, ice carvings and a community scavenger hunt.

The U.S. closed its DEA office in Santo Domingo as an internal corruption probe began. A supervisory special agent, Meliton Cordero, was arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit bribery and visa fraud.

Communities across the South Okanagan are hosting Family Day activities this weekend, including pool sessions, skating, games and crafts. Some municipal facilities and several landfills and offices will be closed for the holiday, with recreation centres set to reopen on Feb. 17.

Some U.S. school districts canceled planned class picture days after social media posts linked school-photography firm Lifetouch to an investor associated with Jeffrey Epstein. Lifetouch and Apollo issued statements denying the claims and saying Apollo does not access student images.

Ontario will provide an additional $6.4-billion in operating funds over four years and has ended a seven-year tuition freeze, allowing up to 2% annual increases for the next three years, the minister said.

Sarah Lampert recalls her 12-year-old daughter Ticaria "Tiki" Lampert, one of eight people who died in the Feb. 10 Tumbler Ridge shooting; the family is grieving.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and other federal party leaders travelled to Tumbler Ridge for a candlelight vigil after a mass shooting that killed eight people; the Supreme Court of Canada also announced the annulment of the 2025 election result in the Terrebonne riding, with a full judgment to be published later.

In November three senior executives sent a letter raising governance concerns at the $23-billion CAAT Pension Plan, noting issues including a $1.6-million vacation payout to CEO Derek Dobson and a disclosed workplace relationship. The board has since placed Mr. Dobson on administrative leave, replaced its chair and vice-chair, and an outside governance review and a regulator’s examination are underway.

Sen. Bill Cassidy filed for re-election for Louisiana's May primary and downplayed President Trump's endorsement of his GOP rival, Rep. Julia Letlow.

The Floating Film Festival completed its 19th voyage this past week, awarding top prizes to Calle Malaga and the documentary Everywhere Man, and formally honouring actor Judd Hirsch aboard the ship.

The Northern Lights School Division reached out to Tumbler Ridge after a recent shooting that left nine people dead, drawing on its experience following a 2016 La Loche shooting that killed four and injured seven.