As we move into the final days of February 2026, the landscape across the Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland and Labrador is shifting rapidly. From significant federal investments in traditional industries to evolving demographic trends and energy logistics, the Atlantic region is navigating a complex economic environment. In today’s briefing for Thursday, February 26, 2026, MARITIMES BUREAU breaks down the top five news stories impacting Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward […]
Good morning, Vancouver. Today is Thursday, February 26, 2026. The city is navigating a significant day in local governance, law enforcement accountability, and international event preparation. From high-stakes debates at City Hall regarding the local housing crisis to a tragic homicide investigation reaching the courts, these are the developments shaping the Lower Mainland this morning. Here are the top five stories you need to know. 1. Vancouver City Council Debates […]
Residents of the National Capital Region are beginning their Thursday with a mix of local tragedies, significant weather updates, and major international developments. As of 7:00 AM on February 26, 2026, the city is managing the aftermath of a fatal vehicle collision in the downtown core and navigating slick road conditions following an overnight snowfall. On the federal stage, major shifts in diplomatic relations and international aid packages are taking […]
Good morning, Montreal. It is Thursday, February 26, 2026. As the city navigates the late-winter thaw, the local news cycle is heating up with significant shifts in the political landscape, major infrastructure hurdles, and a changing economic environment. From the halls of Parliament Hill to the farmsteads of Mirabel, here are the five essential stories you need to know today to stay informed on the state of our city and […]
WINNIPEG: Residents and commuters in the Manitoba capital are facing a complex morning as local authorities manage the dual challenges of a significant residential structure fire and the implementation of seasonal parking restrictions. As of 7:00 AM Central Time on Thursday, February 26, 2026, the City of Winnipeg has activated several emergency and public works protocols to address both immediate safety concerns and the logistical demands of an incoming winter […]
Good morning, Quebec City. It is Thursday, February 26, 2026. As the snow begins to settle across the Capitale-Nationale, the province’s political and economic engines are moving at full speed. Today’s briefing covers a significant strategic shift for the province’s largest financial institution, tightening rules on foreign labor, and the evolving diplomatic landscape between Quebec and international tech hubs. Here are the top five stories you need to know this […]
Good morning, Edmonton. It is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Here is what you need to know today. This morning’s update covers a significant provincial budget reveal, a shift in the city’s development landscape, corporate commitments to the downtown core, public safety warnings regarding online commerce, and the latest from the ice at Rogers Place. 1. Alberta Budget 2026: Multibillion-Dollar Deficit Forecast The Government of Alberta introduced its 2026 provincial budget […]
The Government of Canada has issued an updated travel advisory for Mexico as of February 22, 2026, urging Canadians to exercise a high degree of caution due to escalating criminal activity and violent incidents across multiple states. The advisory comes amid reports of increased cartel violence following the killing of a prominent drug lord, triggering widespread security concerns across popular tourist destinations and major cities throughout the country. Current Security […]
Walk into any Canadian grocery store. Look at the dairy aisle. Check the price on a four-litre jug of milk. Now imagine walking across the border and doing the same thing in Buffalo or Detroit. You'll notice a difference. Not a massive one, but enough to make you wonder. We're talking about supply management: Canada's decades-old system that protects our dairy, poultry, and egg farmers through production quotas and import […]
Good morning, Toronto. It is Wednesday, February 25, 2026, and the city is waking up to a mix of infrastructure challenges, major transit disruptions, and a significant rebound in the international travel sector. As we move through the final week of February, the intersection of public safety and municipal maintenance is dominating the headlines. In today’s briefing, we cover the escalating pothole crisis following a winter deep freeze, the ongoing […]