The federal government announced a $41 million investment to support 19 Canadian research teams focused on cancer prevention and earlier detection, led by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research with partners including the Terry Fox Research Institute and the Canadian Cancer Society.
Spring 2026 includes a chance of a new Great Comet appearing in early April and the Sun crosses the celestial equator on March 20, which can coincide with increased geomagnetic activity.
Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree said Canada still has work to do on security matters with India, a day after a senior government official told reporters Ottawa no longer believes India is linked to recent foreign interference and transnational repression.
The Myers Cocktail is an intravenous mix of water‑soluble vitamins and minerals used by some clinicians for symptoms such as chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, muscle aches and allergies, and the article notes possible side effects and contraindications.
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.
Flavor Flav announced a 'She Got Game Weekend' for the U.S. Olympic women's hockey team in Las Vegas from July 16–19; the announcement follows the team's decision to decline a White House invitation and remarks by President Trump that drew criticism.
NorWest Community Health Centres distributed $3,000 in microgrants to six Black-serving local organizations and used the event to highlight a Black youth and families mental health support program and a sickle cell disease program.
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.
On Feb. 18, SPRI’s EPOC program and partners brought healthcare professionals into Homestake Peak School for hands-on orthopaedic and STEM activities for eighth graders; the event involved BONE Academy, Vail Health, The Steadman Clinic, and support from Smith+Nephew.
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.
