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Toyota unveiled the 2027 Highlander as an all-electric, three-row midsize SUV. It offers two battery sizes and a maximum quoted range of up to 511 kilometres.

Peter Jones, a professor at the University of Ottawa, argues that a mixed fleet combining F-35s and Swedish Gripens could balance interoperability with the United States and greater defence independence. The article cites estimated per-flight-hour costs of roughly US$35,000–50,000 for the F-35 and US$8,000–12,000 for the Gripen.

Bombardier said Vista Global ordered US$1.18-billion for 40 Challenger 3500 business jets, with options for 120 more that could raise the total to about US$4.72-billion.

Jimmy Lai, 78 and reported to be in poor health, was sentenced to 20 years after convictions under Hong Kong's National Security Law, and supporters and some governments have publicly criticized the trial and sentence.

Community volunteers in Ontario and elsewhere are restoring freshwater habitat through hands-on projects, including an improvised work barge for silt removal and the placement of new spawning substrate; these efforts have coincided with local returns of fish species and more than 45,000 volunteer hours annually supporting Ontario community hatcheries.

A British Columbia colorectal cancer survivor says news that Catherine O'Hara had rectal cancer listed as the long-term cause of death may open up more public conversation and reduce stigma around cancers below the waist.

Leaders and public figures from several countries expressed condolences after a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., that killed 10 people and sent 25 to hospital.

Hamilton's Steel triple-A team has been invited to the Quebec International Pee-wee Hockey Tournament and will open at the Videotron Centre against the New York Rangers; assistant coach Jeff Toole, who has lived with neuroendocrine cancer for nine years, called the opportunity a meaningful moment for him and the players.

Summerland council approved $65,000 in matching funds if a Blue Jays grant is successful, and Field 96’s opening day is scheduled for April 18.

CeBev and NewTree launched grō, a brand of de-sugared 100% fruit juices for K-12 school meal programs using New Tree's patented De-Sugaring technology; the products are scheduled to be available through participating school meal programs beginning Spring 2026.

Stephen Maher reports that rumours of a possible snap election followed reports Doug Ford and Prime Minister Carney spoke about timing, but sources say Carney is not consulting advisers about an early campaign and many senior Conservatives prefer he lead through the current crisis.

European shares dipped while S&P 500 futures inched higher as markets awaited U.S. jobs data; the yen rose after Japan's election outcome and the dollar eased.

Toronto Public Health has issued more than 16,000 suspension notices for students in grades 2–5 because of incomplete immunization records, and some parents say they have already submitted proof that their children are up to date.

Saint John Water will dredge a shallow channel linking First Lake and Robertson Lake in the Loch Lomond watershed to help maintain flow after an exceptionally dry summer. The utility is also seeking permits to do similar work at four additional sites.

Danny Casper, the U.S. curling skip, has lived with Guillain-Barré syndrome since 2024 and is competing at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina while managing ongoing symptoms.

Val Wright of Royal LePage in the Comox Valley was named the 2025 Shelter Award "Individual of the Year" for British Columbia for her leadership with the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation. The foundation has raised more than $57 million and supports about 200 local women's shelters.

Young voters who helped oust Sheikh Hasina make up a large share of new voters in Thursday's parliamentary election, which is contested mainly by the BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami amid the Awami League's absence and a record deployment of security forces.

A Guelph doctor says he was stopped twice while attempting to enter Gaza via Israel and was later given a formal ban citing public safety. NGOs and officials have raised concerns about restrictions on medical staff entering Gaza.

Stellantis says it will retain 650 engineers at its Windsor Automotive Research and Development Centre for EV and battery testing, even as it plans to sell its 49% share of the NextStar Energy battery joint venture and record a 22 billion euro charge.

Tyler Lanier left the Love Is Blind pods after concerns about a contestant's parallel connections, and she continues to lead the College Girls Rock nonprofit while working in sales.

Jordan Stolz, a 21-year-old American speed skater and seven-time world champion, is competing at the Milano Cortina Olympics in the 500m, 1000m and 1500m. He says he focuses on execution and describes himself as about 95% ready.

Officials say RCMP reached Tumbler Ridge Secondary School within two minutes of the first emergency call; the incident has left at least 10 people dead and dozens injured, and provincial trauma supports are being deployed.

Officials said nine people were killed and the suspected shooter was found dead after a shooting in Tumbler Ridge; local schools are closed and provincial leaders have pledged support.

Family Day on Feb. 16 will feature a range of free or low-cost events across the North Shore, including recreation centre workshops, public skates, museum programming and mountain activities.

Brantford Native Housing runs outreach services including a Homeless Service Window and Journey Van that provided 16,655 services in 2025 and supplies food, clothing, hygiene items and cultural supports.

A senior government source told the Star that Ottawa will select private firms as 'strategic partners' to receive contract access and supports under a defence industrial strategy due to be published Wednesday; the move accompanies large planned increases in defence spending and an ongoing review of the F-35 purchase.

Premier Doug Ford said he is confident in an Ontario-wide review after Toronto police announced charges against seven officers and one retiree; Ontario's Inspector General announced he will inspect all 45 police forces.

A CMHC report forecasts Edmonton's rental vacancy rate will rise to 4.5% in 2026 from 3.8% in 2025, and says rising supply and slower population growth should ease competition for rental housing.

CAQ leadership candidate Christine Fréchette said she would reopen the Programme de l'expérience québécoise (PEQ) for two more years if elected; rival candidate Bernard Drainville has proposed a grandfather clause as pressure mounts on Immigration Minister Jean‑François Roberge after the program's recent cancellation.

FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said he believes issues with Canada have been resolved and that Transport Canada is expected to announce certifications for Gulfstream jets that have been delayed. The remarks follow public criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump and threats of tariffs and decertification.