Tardif, Michel remembered after his passing.
Michel Tardif of Sudbury, Ontario, died on February 16, 2026, at age 63; cremation has taken place and he is survived by his daughter Angela and several siblings.
2026/02/23
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ChatGPT account linked to B.C. shooter was banned, company says
OpenAI says a ChatGPT account connected to the B.C. shooter was flagged last year and banned in June 2025; staff considered but did not make a law enforcement referral at the time. OpenAI has contacted the RCMP after the Feb. 10 shooting and investigators say they are reviewing electronic devices and online activity as part of an ongoing probe.
2026/02/23
U.S. alleges Chinese nuclear test and urges nations to press for disarmament
A U.S. arms control official presented declassified material alleging a 2020 underground nuclear explosion at China’s Lop Nur site and urged nations to press China and Russia on disarmament; China denied the accusation and the New START treaty recently expired.
2026/02/23
Loblaw to open 70 stores and create 9,700 jobs in 2026
Loblaw Companies Limited says it will invest $2.4 billion in 2026 to open 70 stores, renovate nearly 200 locations, and support about 9,700 retail and construction jobs across Canada.
2026/02/23
Men's and boys' health strategy: federal government seeks public input.
The federal government has opened a national consultation to help develop a men's and boys' health strategy, with an online questionnaire open March 2 through June 1 and the strategy expected later this year.
2026/02/23
Regulatory sandboxes: Liberals accept Conservative budget amendments
The Liberals accepted Conservative-backed amendments to add consultation, reporting and approval requirements around proposed "regulatory sandboxes" in Bill C-15, and to exclude certain laws from being overridden while MPs continued a clause-by-clause review at the finance committee under a tight timetable.
2026/02/23
Charley Crockett cancels Canadian tour after denied entry
Charley Crockett cancelled multiple Canadian shows after being refused entry under subsection 44(1) of the Immigration and Refugee Act because of a past felony conviction.
2026/02/23
BAFTAs: Attendee outburst included a racial slur and prompted host's appeal
At the BAFTAs an attendee's outburst was reported as including a racial slur, and host Alan Cumming thanked the audience for their patience and urged compassion while awards were presented.
2026/02/23
OSAP cuts prompt opposition call for Ford to reverse course.
NDP Leader Marit Stiles urged Premier Doug Ford to reverse announced reductions to OSAP grants and related tuition changes; the province has said grants will fall from a maximum of 85% to 25% and colleges may raise tuition by 2% annually for three years.
2026/02/23
Puerto Vallarta travel disruptions may affect flights and bookings
Airlines canceled flights into and out of Puerto Vallarta on Feb. 23, and several Canadian carriers have announced temporary flexible change or refund options for travel through Feb. 25.
2026/02/23
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