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MONTREAL

Montreal Daily Roundup: Top 5 News Stories for Feb 20, 2026

Pothole Crisis Reaches Emergency Status Montreal's infrastructure committee is convening today to address what city officials are calling a "disastrous" pothole situation affecting roads across the metropolitan area. The emergency session comes after weeks of freeze-thaw cycles that have wreaked havoc on the city's already aging road infrastructure. The committee will fast-track repair contracts and authorize emergency budget allocations specifically designated for the spring repair season. Municipal engineers report that […]

todayFebruary 20, 2026 1

MONTREAL

Montreal Daily Roundup: Top 5 News Stories for Feb 20, 2026

Pothole Crisis Reaches Emergency Status Montreal's infrastructure committee is convening today to address what city officials are calling a "disastrous" pothole situation affecting roads across the metropolitan area. The emergency session comes after weeks of freeze-thaw cycles that have wreaked havoc on the city's already aging road infrastructure. The committee will fast-track repair contracts and authorize emergency budget allocations specifically designated for the spring repair season. Municipal engineers report that […]

todayFebruary 20, 2026 1

MONTREAL

Montreal Daily Roundup: Top 5 News Stories for Feb 20, 2026

Pothole Crisis Reaches Emergency Status Montreal's infrastructure committee is convening today to address what city officials are calling a "disastrous" pothole situation affecting roads across the metropolitan area. The emergency session comes after weeks of freeze-thaw cycles that have wreaked havoc on the city's already aging road infrastructure. The committee will fast-track repair contracts and authorize emergency budget allocations specifically designated for the spring repair season. Municipal engineers report that […]

todayFebruary 20, 2026 3

MONTREAL

Montreal Morning Brief: Top 5 News Stories for Feb 18, 2026

Mayor Announces Major Civil Service Restructuring Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada announced Tuesday a comprehensive plan to eliminate 1,000 civil service positions by 2029 as part of an effort to streamline municipal operations. The restructuring initiative comes as the city grapples with budget pressures and aims to modernize service delivery. The announcement was made during a press conference at City Hall, where the mayor outlined the phased approach to the […]

todayFebruary 18, 2026 2

MONTREAL

Montreal Afternoon Update: February 17, 2026

Poulin Ties Olympic Goal Record as Canada Advances Marie-Philip Poulin tied the all-time Olympic goal-scoring record as Team Canada defeated their opponent to secure a spot in the women's hockey semifinals. The Montreal native scored her milestone goal during Tuesday's game, bringing her career Olympic tally to match the existing record. Poulin, who serves as captain of the Canadian women's hockey team, has been a central figure in Canada's Olympic […]

todayFebruary 17, 2026

Economics

Janice Charette Named Chief Negotiator for CUSMA Trade Negotiations

OTTAWA : The federal government has appointed Janice Charette as Canada's chief trade negotiator to lead the country's upcoming negotiations on the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the appointment on February 16, 2026, as Canada prepares for a mandated review of the trilateral trade agreement. Charette will work alongside Canada's Ambassador to the United States, Mark Wiseman, to manage the review process. Background on the Appointment […]

todayFebruary 17, 2026 4

Economics

Carney Unveils $6.6B “Buy Canadian” Defence Plan, Targets 125,000 Jobs

Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled a $6.6-billion domestic defence procurement strategy aimed at strengthening Canada’s military capacity while directing a greater share of federal spending toward Canadian companies. The plan, described by the federal government as a “Buy Canadian” defence initiative, would require that 70 percent of federal defence contracts be awarded to Canadian firms over the next decade. Officials say the move is designed to bolster national security, […]

todayFebruary 17, 2026 5

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Community Mourning and the Road to Healing in Tumbler Ridge

TUMBLER RIDGE, B.C. : In the wake of a devastating mass shooting that claimed eight lives on February 10, 2026, the tight-knit community of Tumbler Ridge is transitioning from a state of shock to a profound period of mourning and a loud call for sustained mental health resources. As the RCMP confirmed the identities of the victims this week, flowers, candles, and teddy bears have formed a growing memorial outside […]

todayFebruary 17, 2026 1

MONTREAL

Canada Drifting Off Course on Climate Targets as Policy Shifts Take Hold

Canada is no longer on track to meet any of its major climate commitments, according to a new national review that warns the country’s emissions strategy is weakening at a critical moment. The assessment finds Canada is likely to miss its 2026 milestone, its 2030 Paris Agreement target, and its long-term 2050 net-zero objective. The findings point to recent policy changes, economic pressures, and shifting political priorities that have slowed […]

todayFebruary 14, 2026