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A 61-year-old man with aggressive double-hit lymphoma received outpatient dose-adjusted EPOCH chemotherapy delivered continuously via a portable pump carried in a backpack at The Ottawa Hospital, and was later told he should consider himself in complete remission.

Comedian Loni Love said the handling was depressing because Sherri Shepherd did not get to announce her show's end herself; Deadline reported the Fox-distributed show will conclude after four seasons.

Chris Pratt plays Jake, a Navy SEAL veteran who trains his nephew Marc (Jude Hill) in Apple TV's Way of the Warrior Kid; the film is based on Jocko Willink's novel and is scheduled to debut globally on November 20, 2026.

Apple TV released a trailer for Margo's Got Money Troubles, which shows Elle Fanning as a young mother who turns to OnlyFans; the series is set to premiere on April 15, 2026.

The Kootenay Workforce Housing Society was created by Community Futures Central Kootenay to increase attainable housing for moderate-income workers in the Regional District of Central Kootenay; Kalesnikoff Mass Timber will partner as construction manager for initial projects.

The Okanagan Humane Society's third annual Spay It Forward campaign runs through the end of February to raise funds for spaying and neutering and to help people who struggle to pay; donations at partner veterinary clinics will support the shelter's rescue program.

President Trump asked the House to approve a funding package to end a partial government shutdown; lawmakers remain divided over immigration enforcement changes, and a House vote could begin as soon as Tuesday.

The Westshore Wolves raised about $8,300 for Victoria Hospice at their first Pink in the Rink game on Jan. 31, with funds from a jersey auction, a silent auction, a 50/50 draw and cash donations.

A Hamilton soldier who died while serving in Latvia will be honoured in a repatriation ceremony Tuesday, and an investigation into his death is ongoing.

City council passed first reading of two rezoning bylaws for 7740 40 Ave., and a public hearing is scheduled for Feb. 25.

B.C. Premier David Eby said two people arrested in Surrey on extortion-related allegations claimed refugee status and called that outcome 'ludicrous'; he said Bill C-12 would close the loophole and officials are coordinating police response.

Bill C-3, effective December 15, 2025, removed the first-generation limit and reinstated many previously excluded people as Canadian citizens; the law also introduces a substantial-connection test for children born or adopted abroad after that date.

The column recalls Groundhog Day traditions, notes Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow while Wiarton Willie and Fred la Marmotte did not, and lists local Clinton Seniors news including a meeting on Feb. 19.

A flag‑draped casket carrying Gunner Sebastian Halmagean arrived at CFB Trenton after he died near Riga, Latvia on Jan. 29; military police and Latvian State Police are investigating his death.

At the NHL Stadium Series, the Tampa Bay Lightning brought out cancer survivor Rob Higgins for staged puck shots that could raise up to $1 million; he missed the attempts and the team announced a $200,000 donation.

Cody Glass made his first appearance at the New Jersey Devils' Sweep the Deck Gala, helping behind the bar and spending time with fans while the event raised funds for the Devils Youth Foundation.

Maryland-based ESAB agreed to acquire Quebec City–based non-destructive testing firm Eddyfi for $1.45 billion USD, and has made commitments to keep Eddyfi's workforce and head office in Quebec City.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian instructed the foreign minister to pursue fair and equitable negotiations with the United States, and regional actors including Turkey are reported to be working to arrange talks while the U.S. has not publicly confirmed them.

Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that the John F. Kennedy Center — renamed the Trump‑Kennedy Center — will suspend entertainment operations beginning July 4, 2026 for about two years for a complete rebuilding; the decision follows board changes and multiple artist cancellations.

The federal government created Build Canada Homes with an initial $13 billion and appointed Ana Bailão as its first CEO; Bailão says BCH announced over 7,000 units in its first 100 days and expects 700 units in Nunavut to be occupied by late April or early May.

Disney has appointed parks chief Josh D'Amaro as its next CEO effective March 18, and Bob Iger will remain as a senior adviser and board member until his planned retirement at the end of the year.

The federal government announced a five-year 'whalesafe fishing gear strategy' to promote on‑demand gear and lower‑breaking links intended to reduce North Atlantic right whale entanglements.

Disney appointed 54-year-old D'Amaro to replace CEO Bob Iger, ending a long-running succession question; the company's Experiences division recorded $36 billion in revenue and about 185,000 employees in fiscal 2025.

Novo Nordisk warned its 2026 adjusted operating profit and sales could decline 5–13% as U.S. pricing pressure, rising competition and patent expiries weigh on Wegovy sales.

Donald Trump posted on Truth Social saying he plans to sue Harvard University for $1 billion, and the administration has previously withheld about $2 billion in federal funding tied to the dispute; Harvard’s president has said the government’s demands concerned hiring and curriculum rather than antisemitism.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada has published the Whalesafe Fishing Gear Strategy to reduce whale entanglements by promoting on‑demand ropeless systems and low breaking‑strength rope in high‑risk areas, with pilots planned for 2027, management areas by 2028 and wider rollout to high‑risk fisheries by 2030.

President Trump announced he will nominate former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell when Powell's term ends in May, and the nomination requires Senate confirmation.

Halifax Regional Police will participate in the federal assault-style firearms buyback and begin collecting eligible firearms this spring, and owners must register by the end of March to take part.

TTC CEO Mandeep Lali confirmed the Eglinton Crosstown LRT will open on Feb. 8 with a phased launch, and earlier concerns about emergency-brake activations were briefed by Metrolinx and Alstom and described as addressed.

The House cleared a procedural hurdle and is expected to vote soon on a bill that would end the partial government shutdown and fund most agencies through Sept. 30.