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The University of Michigan's Consumer Sentiment Index rose to 57.3 in February, the highest since last August, while worries about job security and higher prices remained widespread.

Oman mediated indirect talks in Muscat between Iran and the United States over Tehran's nuclear program, and Iran's foreign minister described the meetings as "a very good start"; the sessions focused on finding a way to hold future negotiations. The U.S. delegation had no immediate comment and the next steps are undetermined at this time.

Experts say 2026 mortgage renewals in British Columbia should be manageable as delinquency rates remain a fraction of one per cent and many 2021 borrowers have paid down substantial principal.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said he will not call a public inquiry into delays and cost overruns on the Eglinton Crosstown LRT, which is scheduled to begin a soft launch this Sunday after years of construction.

A White House executive order announced on Jan. 7 restricts defence contractors from paying dividends or buying back shares and proposes capping annual CEO pay at US$5 million; Reuters reporting says investors and some executives expressed concern while several companies said they would review or defend payout policies.

Toronto’s 19-kilometre Eglinton Crosstown LRT is set to begin service Sunday after 15 years of construction and six years past its original target date; officials say service will roll out in phases over the next six months.

Camron Guthrie pleaded for whoever is holding his mother to make contact, and investigators say 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie is missing with no proof she is alive as the search continues.

IDC reports Canadian IT spending is set to grow in 2026 even as firms expect tougher economic conditions, with AI, cybersecurity, data, and cloud least likely to face cuts.

Vice President JD Vance attended a team figure skating session at the Milan Olympics and afterward held about an hour-long meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

A Truth Social post by President Trump included a brief AI-generated clip depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys, and the clip prompted widespread criticism; the post remains online.