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President-elect José Antonio Kast, who campaigned on tougher immigration enforcement, takes office March 11; migrants in camps such as Port-au-Prince in Curicó report fear after receiving eviction notices and with a last-minute amnesty appearing unlikely.

Family Day in B.C. is Monday, Feb. 16, and Langley will host free and low-cost events across Langley City and the Township, including a free drop-in program at Timms Community Centre and special Family Day activities at the B.C. Farm Museum and the Canadian Museum of Flight.

Paget Williams built a 30-plus year career promoting and producing punk, rap and reggae shows in Montreal after sneaking into the Foufounes Électriques as a teenager; he co-founded Greenland Productions in the early 1990s.

Jonathan Scott, chair of the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority, says Georgian Bay’s landscapes shaped his first year leading the authority and guided priorities on watershed-based planning, responsible growth, and operational efficiency.

President Donald Trump has assigned senior military officials to diplomatic roles, sending Adm. Brad Cooper to indirect U.S.-Iran talks in Oman and having Army Secretary Dan Driscoll engage with Ukrainian officials during Russia-Ukraine discussions.

A traveler found that northern England's landscape mixes pastoral moors, historic towns and industrial traces across places such as the Pennines, Manchester and the Peak District.

President Zelensky said the United States has proposed that Ukraine and Russia reach an agreement to end the war by June and has offered to host the next round of trilateral talks in the U.S.; he also reported renewed Russian strikes on energy infrastructure that forced nuclear plants to cut output.

The Milan opening ceremony included a da Vinci–inspired cauldron, designer outfits and Mariah Carey but did not have snow; nearby, Slava Polunin’s special edition of Slava's Snowshow at Teatro Strehler produced paper snowfall for packed audiences through Feb. 22.

An Amazon Super Bowl commercial starring Chris Hemsworth frames Alexa+ as a playful conversational assistant. The article reports Alexa+ is introduced as a Prime benefit that members can activate by saying "Alexa, upgrade" on Echo devices.

Stellantis announced it will end ACC factory operations in Germany and Italy and said affected workers will be offered roles within the company; the automaker also reported €22.2 billion in writedowns largely linked to unprofitable electric-vehicle projects.

At events marking 20 years since he first became prime minister, Stephen Harper urged national unity, voiced agreement with Prime Minister Mark Carney's assessment of U.S. relations, and suggested approving another pipeline to British Columbia's coast.

The Eglinton Crosstown LRT opens after years of delay and cost overruns; experts say it could add redundancy and capacity to Toronto's rail network, but its benefits depend on smooth operation and stable funding.

The Dzawada'enuxw First Nation filed a civil claim on Jan. 26 seeking a declaration that about 650 hectares around Kingcome Inlet are Indian settlement lands, citing last summer's Cowichan decision. Officials for the landowners say they are engaging with the nation and a related Cowichan hearing is scheduled before Justice Barbara Young on Feb. 13.

An opinion piece argues that widespread gambling advertising and broadcaster ties have normalized betting during sports and cites rising problem-gambling rates; it notes Bill S-211 has passed the Senate and is now before the House of Commons.

K-beauty brand I Dew Care launched the Sundae Scoop Wash Off Face Mask Set, an ice-cream–inspired multi-mask kit that includes a full-size hydrating mask plus travel-sized brightening and soothing masks and a headband.

Tomasello has introduced IncrediBlu, a 100% pure blueberry juice made with only blueberry juice and free of alcohol, additives, and preservatives; the line also includes a lightly carbonated Frizzante as interest in non-alcoholic beverages rises.

Mark Carney's Davos speech drew wide international coverage and argued the rules-based global order is rupturing; commentators have praised his rhetoric while others say institutions like NATO, the EU and global trade remain resilient.

Canada has multiple medal opportunities on the first full day of competition, including Isabelle Weidemann in the women's 3000m, Francis Jobin in men's big air and Abigale Strate in women's normal hill. The Canadian women's hockey team plays Switzerland today after a scheduled opener against Finland was postponed due to norovirus concerns.

Sonia Day moved from Ontario to Bay Roberts, Newfoundland, and says a nearby saltbox house brightens her winter walks. She describes traditional wooden saltbox homes and argues for more colourful cottages instead of bland, colourless housing.

After surviving a leadership review, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre met Prime Minister Mark Carney in Ottawa and said he urged the prime minister to 'work with us' on economic issues; the Prime Minister's Office did not provide a readout of the meeting.

Canada and France are opening consulates in Nuuk this week, with Governor-General Mary Simon attending the Canadian ceremony; NATO and several European countries are also signaling support for Greenland after public U.S. threats.

Bloomland in Oz at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington features around 25,000 orchids, tropical plants and theatrical recreations inspired by The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and runs Tuesdays to Sundays through April 6, 2026.

A 37-year-old beautician in Karaj filmed the Jan. 8 protests and captured audible gunfire; she has since moved in with her mother and says she is too fearful to leave home.

Moltbook, an AI-only social network where autonomous agents interact, has drawn attention and prompted discussion about who will own and control personal AI or the digital representations of individuals.

A deadly disease is seriously affecting bat populations in Newfoundland and Labrador, and scientists are studying the animals, including monitoring and tagging at Salmonier Nature Park.

Prime Minister Mark Carney ended the federal EV sales mandate, resumed purchase incentives and announced stronger tailpipe standards; he says the measures will lead to 75% of new cars being electric by 2035. Some climate experts and opposition leaders question that projection, and officials say the detailed modelling behind the claim has not yet been released.

A provincial byelection in Scarborough Southwest was set off by Doly Begum's move to run for a federal Liberal seat, and federal MP Nate Erskine-Smith has announced he will seek the Ontario Liberal nomination there; the outcome could influence the party's leadership contest.

Readers respond to a water-shortage editorial and report that a new local transit system cost about $20.4 million and has produced service problems.

Music, food and cultural performances drew crowds across Brandon on the festival's second day, and organizers reported strong early turnout with some pavilions estimating hundreds to thousands of visitors.

Brandon University turned a classroom into a temporary 'Confidence Closet' offering about 900 donated professional clothing items free to students; organizers say the event aims to help students prepare for interviews, co-op placements and early careers.