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Canada welcomes U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Trump-era tariffs.
The Canadian government welcomed a U.S. Supreme Court decision that struck down the legal basis for certain tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA); the ruling does not affect U.S. levies on steel, aluminum and autos, and the U.S. president said he would pursue other tariff measures.
Katzie First Nation elects council.
Three councillors were elected on Feb. 17 and Grace George was acclaimed as chief; the new chief and council will begin a two-year term on April 1, 2026.
BCICF Christmas Cheer Fund gives nearly $30,000 to three Kamloops charities.
Three Kamloops charities received nearly $30,000 from the BCICF Christmas Cheer Fund; the money will support newcomer children's summer programs, a replacement smart board at the Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism, and travel costs for women and children leaving violent situations.
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Showing: 111-120TidBits from the north: Winter events in La Ronge and La Loche
The Northern Village of La Loche will host a Youth Winter Festival Feb. 18–22, and the Canadian Challenge Sled Dog Races are scheduled Feb. 16–19.
City seeks feedback on Lougheed Highway Corridor plan
Mission is asking residents for input on its Lougheed Highway Corridor Concept Plan, with an online survey open until Feb. 26 and additional stakeholder consultations planned; the plan will guide future land use, zoning and infrastructure along sections of Lougheed outside downtown.
Giving Garden brings food growing to long-term-care homes.
The Giving Garden initiative has produced more than 1,000 pounds of food across over 30 Ontario long-term-care homes, led by registered dietitian Maria Biasutti who piloted the project in 2018.
Canada to build its first Inuit university in Arviat by 2030
The first Inuit-centred university in Canada's Arctic will be built in Arviat, Nunavut, and is expected to open in 2030 with capacity for about 100 students.
IMAX Victoria announces 2026 film festival on British Columbia's largest screen
IMAX Victoria at the Royal BC Museum will hold a film festival from Feb. 20 to March 15 featuring seven documentaries; the theater will run nine screenings daily and is offering a $65 festival membership.
Valentine's Day wedding blitz offers couples ceremony and convenience
A Valentine's Day 'Just Say Yes' event held 12 quick weddings at city hall and charged $500 per couple, while a city marriage licence costs $150.
Family Day offers a welcome midwinter break
Family Day on Monday, Feb. 16, is a civic holiday intended to give people time with loved ones and a brief midwinter respite.
Red Deer County celebrates protective services workers
Red Deer County held its annual Protective Services Awards Night on Jan. 31 to honour workers from fire rescue, emergency management and patrol, and presented years-of-service recognitions and several medals.
Canadian sparkling wines to enjoy beyond Valentine's Day.
Wineries across Canada are refining bottle-fermented, traditional-method sparkling wines, and the article highlights five recent domestic releases, including Nova 7 and Cave Spring Blanc de Blancs.
First Nations secure equal stake in a major Saskatchewan solar farm
Four Treaty 4 First Nations will jointly own 50% of the 100-megawatt Mino Giizis solar project being developed with Neoen Canada near Lajord, Saskatchewan, under a 25-year power purchase agreement with SaskPower; the facility is expected to begin operation in 2028 and produce about 228,000 MWh annually.