Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited geopolitical discussions by stating the United States "needs Greenland," a comment promptly countered by Danish MP Rasmus Jarlov who reiterated that the autonomous Danish territory does not wish to be governed by the U.S. This international headline emerges amidst a flurry of domestic news across Canada on January 14, 2026.
National Headlines: Crime, Climate, and Health
In major Canadian cities, several incidents have captured public attention. In Toronto, a daylight stabbing downtown left two people injured, with both suspects now in police custody. Meanwhile, in Surrey, British Columbia, police are investigating another extortion-related shooting, part of a concerning trend in the region.
On the health front, two students in the Peel Region school district were suspended over outdated vaccine records, despite being fully immunized, highlighting administrative challenges.
Weather Extremes and Environmental Notes
British Columbia is experiencing significant climate events, with high temperature records falling across the province in the wake of an atmospheric river. This follows a pattern of record-setting heat observed in Alberta just the day before. In the Maritimes, a snowfall warning is in effect for northern New Brunswick, while soggy and foggy conditions are forecast for the rest of the region.
Regional Updates from Coast to Coast
Other notable developments include Quebec's political landscape shifting as leaders react to Premier François Legault's resignation, and Montreal and Gaspésie losing ridings in a new electoral map. In Ontario, a senior spoke out against drastic rent increases at a retirement residence, stating, "It made me sick."
On a lighter note, Calgary is set to host a sumo festival in March, featuring live wrestling and a Japanese market, and a Windsor-made Dodge Charger won the North American Car of the Year award.
Broader Context and Security
The news cycle also touches on broader security concerns. A new poll reveals that almost one in three Canadians believe the U.S. might try to invade Canada. In international politics, the U.S. Senate is readying a vote on Venezuela war powers as Trump pressures GOP defectors.
From health recalls to sports achievements, the day's events paint a complex picture of life in Canada, intersecting with global political statements like those concerning Greenland's future.
