Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney travels to China to repair frayed ties and push for a broader, less U.S.-dependent trade slate, aiming to double non-American exports within a decade. He will meet Xi Jinping to advance a dormant China-Canada partnership and press for progress on tariff issues, signaling Canada’s move to diversify its economy while still maintaining ties with the United States and other partners.
Amidst global upheaval, Canada's fears of U.S. aggression have intensified due to Trump's threats towards Venezuela and Greenland, raising concerns over Canadian sovereignty and security, with experts advising increased civil defense and strategic preparedness.
A Canadian neurologist, Dr. Marrero, led a controversial investigation into a mysterious brain disease cluster in New Brunswick, which was later discredited as a misdiagnosis of known conditions, but many patients and advocates still believe in its existence, leading to ongoing disputes and legal battles.
Scientists have found evidence suggesting that rocks in Canada's Nuvvuagittuq Greenstone Belt could be over 4.3 billion years old, potentially making them the oldest known rocks on Earth and offering insights into Earth's early crust and conditions, though the dating results are still debated among geologists.
NHL.com staff discuss the favorites for the 2026 Olympic men's hockey gold medal, with Canada and the USA considered top contenders, while Finland and Sweden are also seen as strong challengers due to their team cohesion and recent performances.
Canada is concerned about potential conflict in the Arctic following threats from Trump regarding Greenland, highlighting escalating tensions over the region.
In October 2025, Canada's merchandise imports increased by 3.4% and exports by 2.1%, leading to a shift from a trade surplus of $243 million in September to a deficit of $583 million, driven by higher imports of electronics, metals, and machinery, and increased exports of gold and motor vehicles, while trade with the US narrowed.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney reassures that Venezuela's increased oil production poses no threat to Canada's low-cost, low-carbon oil industry, emphasizing Canada's focus on diversifying exports and maintaining its market stability despite geopolitical tensions and US sanctions on Venezuela.
Canada's Chrystia Freeland is resigning from her parliamentary seat and roles to become an unpaid adviser to Ukrainian President Zelensky, citing her commitment to Ukraine's democracy and her extensive experience in economic development, while also preparing to lead the Rhodes Trust in the UK.
A potential regime change in Venezuela could lead to increased oil production, impacting global and Canadian oil markets by lowering heavy crude prices, challenging Canada's energy sector, and prompting calls for economic diversification, though a large-scale Venezuelan oil revival remains unlikely due to infrastructural and political challenges.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has replaced the security chief and appointed Canadian adviser Chrystia Freeland amid ongoing efforts to strengthen Ukraine's defense and economic resilience, as he prepares for upcoming peace negotiations with a coalition of countries to secure future security guarantees against Russia.
A proposed graphite mine in Quebec, financed by the US Pentagon to secure critical minerals for military and energy use, faces strong local opposition due to environmental concerns and fears of US resource exploitation, amid broader tensions between Canada and the US.
The Czech team secured a surprising 6-4 victory over Canada in the IIHF tournament with a skate goal in the third period, advancing to the gold-medal game against Sweden, while Canada prepares for the bronze match against Finland.
Canadian officials express distrust in US health institutions for accurate vaccine information, citing misinformation and political influences, which may impact Canadian public confidence and vaccination rates amid rising measles cases and social distrust.
Canada and Czechia are set to face off in the IIHF World Junior semi-finals, with Canada holding a historical advantage but recent results favoring Czechia. Both teams have improved since their last encounter, and the game could hinge on discipline and early momentum. Canada boasts a strong power play and goal-scoring ability, while Czechia aims to capitalize on Canada's penalties and start strong.
