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Dominic LeBlanc said U.S. tariff uncertainty and slow internal and federal processes are holding back investment and major projects, and that the federal major projects office has received many applications.

Sen. Marco Rubio said Iran is not enriching uranium at present and that U.S. talks tomorrow will focus on the nuclear program; he also reported that Iran is pursuing longer-range missile capability.

Budget 2026 projects WTI at US$60 in 2026 and US$66 in 2027 while forecasting $13.2-billion in non-renewable resource revenue for 2026-27, even as many analysts point to an oversupplied market and lower private price averages.

Dominic LeBlanc said a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision on tariffs has not affected Canada as much as earlier steel, aluminum and auto tariffs, and he emphasized the Canada‑U.S.‑Mexico Agreement review is not a renegotiation.

Accord Financial announced an amendment to its banking facility on February 26, 2026, and the news release includes forward-looking statements and related risk disclosures under Canadian securities laws.

The Alberta government tabled its 2026 budget that raises health and education spending while projecting a $9.4-billion deficit and rising taxpayer-supported debt.

The Mersey River Wind project will build 33 onshore turbines generating 150 megawatts and allow customers to buy contracts directly from Renewall Energy; the Canada Infrastructure Bank is providing a $206-million loan.

Pierre Poilievre will speak to business leaders in Toronto about Canada–U.S. relations after criticism that he did not sufficiently address U.S. trade and annexation threats during last spring's election campaign.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's trade and tariff policies in a speech to the Economic Club of Canada and urged Canadians to strengthen the domestic economy, diversify trade and prepare for this summer's CUSMA review.

RBC, TD and CIBC each beat analysts' expectations in the fiscal first quarter and reported sizable profit increases. Banks cited higher trading and wealth-management activity, cost reductions and technology investments while noting ongoing trade uncertainty.

Major Canadian banks have increased loan loss provisions while reporting multi‑billion‑dollar quarterly profits, and some executives flagged housing softness and higher delinquencies as concerns.

The federal government is providing $1.55 billion in funding through 2027 to support Jordan's Principle, which aims to ensure First Nations children have equal access to services; child welfare advocates have raised concerns about an operational bulletin and a reported backlog of about 130,000 cases.

The provincial government announced the general minimum wage will increase by $0.40 from $17.85 to $18.25 per hour effective June 1, a 2.2% rise tied to 2025 inflation and the 2024 Employment Standards Act.

Police say 20-year-old Abdul Yeberebaba is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for second-degree murder in the June killing of 15-year-old Jahkai Jack, and two other men have been arrested and charged as accessories. The allegations have not been tested in court.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford revealed winning designs for a relocated Ontario Science Centre on Toronto’s waterfront, with the project budgeted at about $1 billion including a 30-year maintenance contract; the move follows the abrupt June 2024 closure of the original Flemingdon Park facility and has drawn local opposition.

Diageo closed its Amherstburg Crown Royal plant earlier than planned, affecting more than 200 jobs. Workers interviewed said they did not receive payments the company had pledged under a recent agreement with the Ontario government.

Netflix and Paramount are competing to acquire Warner Bros., and experts say the outcome could affect Canadian streaming deals, theatrical distribution and cultural policy.

Omani and Jeanie Carson were named the inaugural Departure Day Dove 1 for the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift and are donating an aircraft and crew to lead athletes home. The announcement points to airlift.txtav.com and includes background on Textron Aviation and its aviation brands.

A Royal LePage report says 2026 could bring a revival in Canadian office real estate as several large employers recalled staff to in-office schedules and federal workers are set to return four days a week beginning this summer.

China supplies many of the world’s wind turbines—10 of the top 15 suppliers were Chinese in 2024—and wind provided about 16% of China’s electricity after the country added 76 gigawatts of wind capacity in 2024.

Vancouver Police Department chief Steve Rai wrote that ICE has not been invited or approved to take part in security for the city's 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, and a city council motion to formally oppose any ICE deployment was ruled out of order.

Alberta introduced Bill 16 to require destination marketing fees be remitted to designated marketing organizations and to require full room-price disclosure at booking; MLAs are expected to vote this session and a transition period runs until Dec. 31, 2026.

City council voted 7-4 to buy a building at 130 Idylwyld Dr. for a provincial drop-in warming centre using $1.65 million, mostly from a federal homelessness fund; some nearby businesses and councillors raised concerns because a YWCA-operated daycare with 90 spots is planned across the street.

Bridger Pipeline has proposed a line to carry about 550,000 barrels per day from the Canada–U.S. border to Wyoming and says it would need a presidential permit; parts of the cancelled Keystone XL system in Canada remain in place and a South Bow certificate is still valid.

The U.S. Treasury said it will authorize companies to seek licenses to resell Venezuelan oil to Cuba, according to guidance posted by the department. Shipments from Venezuela to Cuba have largely stopped since Washington gained control over Venezuelan oil exports in early January, contributing to fuel shortages on the island.

Premier Doug Ford said he wants to consolidate Niagara's 12 municipalities to streamline governance, and Niagara Region chair Bob Gale has asked the 12 mayors for input on proposed changes by March 3.

New surveys report Canadian couples cite about $1.7 million in household savings as a comfortable retirement target, and many millennials say they have far less saved and feel anxious about finances.

Humber College has launched a Voluntary Employee Exit Program, citing fiscal pressures linked to caps on international students and rising costs. Employees have until March 9 to indicate interest and the school will assess participation before deciding on further workforce changes.

As of Feb. 25, 2026, Canadian travellers must have the United Kingdom's Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) in addition to a valid passport, and airlines will check ETAs before boarding.

The U.S. announced fresh sanctions targeting more than 30 individuals, entities and vessels tied to Iran’s petroleum sales and weapons production, calling the move part of a 'maximum pressure' campaign; the announcement comes ahead of talks between the two sides in Geneva.