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A Toronto Star column reports that U.S. actors, Quebec sovereigntists and Alberta separatists are, in different ways, calling for the breakup of Canada, and premiers met with Prime Minister Mark Carney in Ottawa this week to discuss those threats.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said Kitimat is no longer being considered for a proposed oil pipeline to the B.C. coast, and the province's description of a preferred port more closely aligns with Prince Rupert.

The premiers of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut told a House of Commons foreign affairs committee that many northern communities still lack basic infrastructure such as year‑round highways and reliable connections to southern Canada. Ottawa has announced a $1‑billion Arctic infrastructure fund and has listed a proposed Arctic Security and Economic Corridor for further consideration, but the corridor has not been finalized.

B.C. Premier David Eby called Alberta separatists who met U.S. officials 'treason,' while legal scholars say Canadian criminal treason is narrowly defined in the Criminal Code and that concerns about foreign interference hinge on whether conversations were covert.

The Manitoba Indigenous Summer Games will return in person this summer after a 15-year hiatus, with events in Norway House Cree Nation (July 8–12) and Sagkeeng Anicinabe Nation (Aug. 10–15). The last two editions were held virtually in 2021 and 2022 and an in-person return was postponed last year because of wildfires.

Kamloops reported nearly 9,000 vulnerable-person files handled by Community Service Officers last year, with about 90% initially responded to by CSO outreach and response teams. The teams ran more than 800 shifts and recorded over 17,000 interactions with individuals.

Prime Minister Mark Carney met Canada's premiers in Ottawa as Canada said its internal CUSMA review is finished and prepares to begin talks with the U.S. and Mexico.

Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony was criminally charged after leading a Pride march on June 28 that proceeded despite a 2025 ban; prosecutors recommended a fine without a trial, and the mayor has said he will seek a court hearing.

NDP MP Heather McPherson sent a public letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney asking the federal government to restrict Canadian business ties with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, including denying export permits and withdrawing public contracts. She named companies reported to have ties to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, such as Hootsuite, and noted recent ICE activity in U.S. cities including Minneapolis.

Creators of the hit show Heated Rivalry publicly supported the Online Streaming Act at a media production conference in Ottawa, arguing the five per cent contribution for large foreign platforms is reasonable. The event unfolded as some global streamers are challenging contribution and disclosure rules in federal court and U.S. trade officials have raised concerns.

The Canadian Olympic Committee announced a 207-athlete delegation for the Milano-Cortina Winter Games, with 109 competitors making their Olympic debuts. The Games run Feb. 6–22 and the opening ceremony will be broadcast on CBC-TV.

Niger's state broadcaster reported that armed men attacked a Nigerien Air Force base at Niamey's Diori Hamani International Airport overnight; security forces reportedly repelled the attack and calm had returned by morning.

The Bank of Canada kept its policy rate at 2.25% and said it expects modest growth while flagging trade and geopolitical uncertainty; economists noted a more dovish tone and said a rate cut could follow an economic shock.

The Bunny Bowl, presented by 400 Conejos Mezcal, will feature rescue rabbits from All About Rabbits Rescue seeking homes and allow fans to view profiles and vote on social media; the event also highlights an official cocktail, No Bueno Bunny, with listed ingredients.

Oro‑Medonte council reduced the planned 2026 tax increase to 3.3% after cutting $350,000 from the capital levy, aided by an expected more-than-$10-million compensation from the City of Barrie for annexed land.

Apple reported fiscal Q1 revenue of US$143.8 billion and EPS of US$2.84, driven by iPhone revenue of US$85.27 billion amid rising demand and a rebound in China.

Shelburne Town Pharmacy has expanded into Shelburne Town Medical Clinic at 110 Centennial Rd and now offers comprehensive medical care six days a week. The pharmacy continues to operate alongside the clinic with expanded services.

Federal agents removed hundreds of boxes of 2020-era election materials from a Fulton County elections hub; the search warrant is under seal and federal officials have not explained the operation.

A UBC Okanagan-led team used the DRAO 15‑metre telescope to produce DRAGONS, the first broadband Faraday rotation map of the northern sky, and found that more than half the sky shows complex magnetic structures.

Statistics Canada reports the income gap widened to 47.5 percentage points in Q3 2025 while overall household net worth rose 5.5% year-over-year, driven by financial asset gains.

Environment and Climate Change Canada is funding an Indigenous-led program at the Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre to continue monitoring western rattlesnakes and study the effects of wildfire, climate change and habitat loss; the funding supports work through spring 2028.

B.C. Premier David Eby called the province's recent extortion wave a "terror attack in slow motion" and urged Parliament to pass Bill C-14 on bail and sentencing reform; the federal government has announced 20 additional RCMP officers and helicopter support for Surrey.

President Trump proposed a Board of Peace to oversee Gaza, but plans to broaden its mandate beyond the ceasefire have led major powers to withhold support and to restate backing for the U.N. Security Council's role in international peace and security.

Quebec announced a $107-million home-care policy that expands caregiver eligibility, raises hourly pay from $20 to $21, and names CLSCs as the entry point; disability and caregiver groups called the changes insufficient and expressed disappointment.

The federal government boosted the GST credit by 25% for five years, with a 50% increase in the first year, and paired the change with structural measures aimed at food production and competition; commentators welcomed its targeting but raised questions about the five-year timeline.

Kelowna RCMP said multiple people were contacted by callers claiming to represent a major Canadian bank and told a credit card had been opened and used on a Russian-based firearms website. The callers reportedly asked victims to join video calls with people presented as police and to provide identity documents; none of the reported victims said they paid money.

Brampton has opened registration for the 2026 Backyard Garden Program, which provides free soil and sampler seed packs and requires attendance at one workshop. The program aims to help residents grow fruits and vegetables and has donated more than 20,000 pounds of produce to local food banks since its launch.

More than 50 former employees and supporters rallied in Halifax after Ubisoft announced the studio's closure on Jan. 7 and laid off 71 staff; the union has filed a labour board complaint alleging the closure was intended to frustrate unionization.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford warned a Parti Québécois victory would be a disaster for Canada, and PQ leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon said a sovereign Quebec would maintain close ties and pledged a referendum by 2030 if elected.

President Trump said he intends to announce his nominee to replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell next week, and Powell is reported to be stepping aside in May.