Politics
Can Conservatives Unite After Defections to Liberals? Poilievre Faces Test
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre confronts party unity challenges after defections to the Liberals, with political analysts debating his path forward amid a shifting political landscape.
Business
Winter Doldrums Delay Fixed Mortgage Rate Drops Despite Falling Bond Yields
Fixed mortgage rates remain stagnant despite falling bond yields, with regional lenders offering the most competitive deals while major banks hold firm during slow winter lending season.
Sports
Eileen Gu's Viral Olympic Interview Captures Global Attention
Freestyle skier Eileen Gu's candid exchange with AFP at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Livigno has sparked widespread discussion online, highlighting her dual cultural identity.
Lifestyle
TD Forecasts 4.6% Drop in Canadian Car Sales Amid Trade Uncertainty
TD Bank predicts Canadian vehicle sales will decline 4.6% to 1.9 million units in 2026 due to economic headwinds and uncertainty around US trade agreements, following a strong 2025 performance.
Entertainment
Environment
Health
University of Calgary Launches Recovering in Place Lab
The University of Calgary has launched the Recovering in Place Lab, a new research initiative designed to study how recovery supports can be integrated directly into campus life for students and staff.
Cats Could Hold Key to Breast Cancer Cure, Research Suggests
Scientists are investigating how feline mammary cancer, which shares similarities with human breast cancer, could lead to innovative treatments and potential cures through comparative oncology studies.
Alberta Destroys 700K Bottles of Turkish Kids' Pain Meds
Alberta Health Services has destroyed half of its imported Turkish-made children's pain medication due to expiration dates, totaling 700,000 bottles that couldn't be donated internationally.
Vancouver Invests $50M to Expand Naloxone Kit Access
The British Columbia government announces a $50 million initiative to broaden the availability of life-saving naloxone nasal spray kits across the province, aiming to combat the ongoing overdose crisis.
Self-Pour Tech in Detroit Bar Aims to Reduce Overdrinking
A Detroit bar is implementing innovative self-pour technology to help patrons monitor and limit their alcohol intake, addressing public health concerns around overconsumption.