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Several Minnesota sports teams, the National Basketball Players Association and dozens of local companies signed an open letter urging de‑escalation and cooperation after two people were fatally shot during a federal immigration enforcement operation; the state and Twin Cities also filed a lawsuit asking a federal judge to halt the operation.

President Trump said on social media he would impose a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if Canada became a "drop off port" for Chinese exports. The article reports Canada will not back down on its trade pivot as the energy minister heads to India.

Since taking office, Prime Minister Mark Carney has travelled to several countries to pursue trade and investment, and his office said he accepted an invitation to attend an artificial intelligence summit in New Delhi on Feb. 19-20, 2026.

Canada selected six athletes for its Olympic luge team, five of them first-time Olympians, and Trinity Ellis will return for a second Games.

Prime Minister Mark Carney visited France, China, Qatar and Switzerland in January and his office says he accepted an invitation to India for an artificial intelligence summit in early 2026.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre are entering periods that may shape their political futures as Parliament prepares to return; Liberals' polling is roughly unchanged since last year's election and Carney's personal approval remains strong after a well-received speech in Davos.

Daily blackouts after attacks on power infrastructure are leaving many Kyiv residents, particularly those in high-rise buildings and people with limited mobility, without regular heat, elevators or reliable electricity.

Canada's craft brewers report rising costs from inflation, U.S. aluminum tariffs and higher taxes while many customers are drinking less; some breweries are adapting with non-alcoholic options and selective expansion even as the national brewery count dipped in 2025.

BC Hydro opened a 10‑charger EV hub at the Vernon and District Performing Arts Centre, including two 180 kW fast chargers and six Level 2 chargers.

A winter storm warning is in effect for Toronto and the GTA, with Environment Canada forecasting 15 to 30 cm of snow starting early Sunday and gusty winds possible.

The Timberwolves-Warriors game was postponed after a federal officer fatally shot a man in Minneapolis. The game was rescheduled for Sunday and the teams are also scheduled to play Monday.

BC Hydro opened a 12-port electric vehicle charging hub at Ogden Point in Victoria, featuring two 180-kilowatt fast chargers and eight Level 2 chargers located at the Ogden Point Cruise Ship Terminal.

Mark Carney told the World Economic Forum that great powers can 'weaponize' economic integration, creating strategic risks for middle powers, and he urged countries like Canada to strengthen trade and industrial co-operation with peer states.

Money managers in London, Berlin and Madrid say clients are asking about reducing exposure to U.S. assets amid repeated political tensions, and analysts warn that accelerated diversification could, over time, put pressure on U.S. equities, bonds and the dollar.

The USS Cincinnati docked at Cambodia's Ream Naval Base after its Chinese-funded renovation, the first U.S. warship visit since the upgrade; Cambodian officials say the port is open to all friendly nations while concerns about Chinese access persist.

A Quebec man, Marc Bédard, won a $1 million Maxmillions prize from a Lotto Max ticket and said he will use the money to pay off his mortgage and buy a new car.

The article notes Chinese equities trade at roughly 40% lower valuations than U.S. peers and highlights rapid technological progress, while warning of political risks and a decade of weak market returns (about 2.8% annual for a Canadian China ETF).

Mark Carney told Davos attendees the old world order is ending and urged middle powers to coordinate; observers say follow-up steps are unclear after his less direct speech in Quebec City.

Researchers at Université Laval are studying the milk quality of the Canadienne, a small Canadian heritage cow with about 800 animals left worldwide, and have begun experimental cheesemaking trials using its milk.

The City of Delta issued a precautionary boil water advisory for Westham Island after a leak was found in a water main beneath the Westham Island Bridge; water testing is underway and bottled water is being supplied.

Flagship Honda is offering showroom inventory and information for the 2026 Honda HR-V, a five-passenger subcompact SUV with a standard 2.0-liter 158-horsepower engine and available all-wheel drive.

An opinion piece argues a new energy framework signed in Beijing may open the way for deeper Canada–China energy ties to diversify Canadian exports beyond the U.S.; the article also notes potential strategic risks and the possibility of adverse U.S. reactions.

A suicide bomber detonated an explosive vest at a wedding in Dera Ismail Khan, killing seven people and wounding 25, police said. Officials said the ceremony was at the home of a pro-government community leader and that some wounded were in critical condition.

Silver topped $100 per ounce on Friday, reaching about $101.22, and gold climbed to roughly $4,987.69 per ounce, both at new records amid strong safe-haven and retail demand.

The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia announced on Jan. 23, 2026 that five CPAs received Early Achievement Awards and one CPA received the Distinguished Service Award.

Flows away from U.S. Treasuries have coincided with rallies led by Asian technology shares and with rising benchmarks for Emerging Europe, the Middle East and Africa and for Latin America.

A Change.org petition started by Maria Maisonet has gathered about 48,132 signatures asking the Buffalo Bills to reinstate coach Sean McDermott after his dismissal following the 2025 divisional-round loss to the Denver Broncos. Maisonet described McDermott's tenure as a period of progress for the franchise.

The European Commission will propose suspending for another six months an EU package of retaliatory trade measures against the U.S. worth €93-billion (US$109.19-billion), originally set to take effect on Feb. 7; the measures were first paused after a joint EU‑U.S. trade statement in August 2025 and would remain suspendable if needed.

Heated Rivalry, a Canadian series, is presented as a popular cultural diversion amid broader shifts in international relations; the piece also reports that actor François Arnaud faced online harassment after fan speculation about cast relationships.

Alamos Gold has announced a 2026 Investor Day; the company operates mines in Ontario and Sonora and employs more than 2,400 people.