Holland is a wooden shoe. Hungary, a goulash stew. Australia, a kangaroo. America is a gun. — Brian Bilston www.bbc.com/news/article...

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Multiple First Nations criticized the separatist proposal, including Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation, which is suing the provincial government for legislative changes that enabled the separation petition. #Canada #Alberta #FirstNations www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

In Western Canada, the entire eclipse will be visible, while in the Prairie provinces it won't be seen it in its entirety, as the moon will have set in the west during the event. #LunarEclipse #Phenomenon www.cbc.ca/news/science...

Countries that launch wars of choice should necessarily be banned from hosting or participating in any international events, be they sports or otherwise. #BoycottFIFA26 #BoycottLA28 #BoycottXGames #BoycottIndy500

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#Canada named among countries with the most freedom 🇨🇦🍁 #5 in the world US ranks 57 on the list /1 thread cultmtl.com/2026/02/cana...

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Canada’s Paralympic hockey team opened its pre-tournament schedule with an 8-0 drubbing of host Italy on Wednesday. Adam Dixon led the way with a goal and three assists while fellow forward Dominic Cozzolino scored a hat trick. #Paralympics #TeamCanada #SledHockey www.cbc.ca/sports/paral...

About 30 elders and leaders from the community greeted the herd, which was relocated from Elk Island National Park to a ranch operated by the Métis community near the hamlet of Anzac, about 50 km southeast of Fort McMurray. #Bison #Metis #Alberta www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Bridging gaps and mistrust starts with building a foundation of understanding between police officers and the community around them, she said.  At times, she's able to explain she has Indigenous family, "I've seen what this does. I definitely find that it's a benefit."  www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

The decision was made to cut the mission short so Fincke could undergo advanced diagnostics and treatment on Earth — resulting in NASA's first medical evacuation in 65 years of human spaceflight. #ISS #SpaceExploration www.cbc.ca/news/science...

His eight-year-old daughter, Brooke, also lobbied for a return, writing the Blue Jays a letter in December saying she hoped her father would be back and that the family "loved spending time in Toronto." #Toronto #BlueJays #MLB www.cbc.ca/sports/baseb...

In addition to the fine, Loblaw’s will have to refund the purchase price paid by both of the customers who purchased the broccoli slaw. #Loblaws #Broccoli #BuyCanadian www.cbc.ca/news/busines...

The sled, made in the 1920s of leather, wood and glass beads, was one of 62 items repatriated to Indigenous Peoples from the Vatican last year. #Indigenous #Metis #Memory #Vatican #Colonialism www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

The agency says the word "go" should be back on some buses by March, while others will continue to use the French "allez.” It took a declaration by the province’s French-language minister that the expression "Go Habs Go" is part of Quebec culture. #Montreal #Francais www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

“The speed, the skill, the physicality, it’s all been elevated, and the competitive balance is stronger than ever. We hope the Olympics have captivated new women’s hockey fans.” #PWHL #Olympics #Hockey www.cbc.ca/sports/hocke...

"On energy, there is an appetite which even Canada cannot fulfill and we are willing to buy whatever Canada is offering on crude, on LPG, on LNG," #CdnPoli #India #Trade #Energy www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

The Federal Liberals announce investment of $206 million in the Mersey River wind farm in Nova Scotia. Several Ministers, MPs, etc take part. On the path to becoming a clean energy superpower. www.cpac.ca/headline-pol...

PM Carney: Canada is the first non-European country to be granted membership in SAFE. This is unlocking new export markets abroad for producers across Canada’s defence industry and better equipping our military with the resources they need.

On this day in 1935, a Scottish scientist parked a van in an English field and quietly won the Second World War. And the war hadn’t even started yet. The British Government approached Robert Watson-Watt. Today, radar protects aircraft, ships, and entire nations. But it all began on this day in 1935

The announced cuts to OSAP only affect the provincial portion of grants students can receive. That means that the roughly 40 per cent of OSAP funding that comes from the province will be affected.  #OSAP #Education #Finance www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

For many at Akwesasne, they are unconvinced ICE’s role will remain limited — or that their Mohawk culture and rights will be understood if ever they were to encounter an ICE agent. #Mohawk #Akwesasne #Border www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

PM Carney about the State of Union address: “I didn’t watch it.” 😂🤣😅 I love this guy 😅🤣

“We didn’t reject the invitation. We rejected the arrogance behind it.” #Hockey #Olympics

Carney shoots. He scores!

“The police have got a really poor record of pursuing the Royals. But they realize that that is no longer sustainable. “We must end this culture of secrecy around the Royals.” “If that all comes out, I think they'll be finished.” #Royals #Andrew #Monarchy www.cbc.ca/radio/asitha...

“I’m sad to say but Canada has a big opportunity because of the stain the Trump administration has left on wind power,” Rhode Island Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse "The interest is through the roof," Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston says. #Canada #WindPower #Renewable www.cbc.ca/news/climate...

Is stopping 41 shots in a really tough hockey game equivalent to the work of Mother Teresa, Mr. Rogers, Duke Ellington, or Margaret Mead? 🍊💩 sure does. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

I literally choked with laughter watching this film. One of the most audacious buddy comedies I’ve ever seen in my life. Ridiculous what they were able to accomplish here, apparently mostly by the seat of their pants. An extraordinary cinematic achievement.

#LoveIsLove #OhCanada #Hockey #Timmies

If you want to see Catherine O'Hara, John Candy, Eugene Levy, Joe Flaherty, Dave Thomas, Andrea Martin, Martin Short, Rick Moranis this is a must watch. ‘Take off, eh!’: ‘SCTV’ to stream in its entirety for the first time on Prime Video #Canada #SCTV🍁 www.ctvnews.ca/entertainmen...

Four years ago, Russia launched an illegal, unjustified invasion of Ukraine. Four years on, Canada stands with Ukraine.

Former Norwegian prime minister hospitalized after suicide attempt in midst of Epstein probe: www.thestatesman.com/world/former...

The sanctions involve 100 vessels in what is called the "shadow fleet" involved in attempts to evade sanctions on Russian oil sales. #CdnPoli #Ukraine www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

They partied in the locker room with Kash Patel and gleefully giggled at Trump’s sexist joke. Sadly, that was normal. In one fell swoop Team USA managed to turn off the precise segment of the sports market the NHL has been trying so desperately to gain. www.sbnation.com/nhl/1104402/...

Public trust in Canada’s institutions is rising in face of U.S. hostility: poll #Canada #cdnpoli The poll suggests Prime Minister Mark Carney is the most trusted federal party leader, at 45 per cent. www.ctvnews.ca/canada/artic...

Two Aircraft Carrier Strike Groups, plus 50 Fighter jets and air support, plus Patriot and THAAD air-defence batteries. The US is probably going to be causing some serious destruction and carnage in the #MiddleEast Again. #War www.timesnownews.com/world/middle...

The show is mainly set in Ontario and Quebec, and its scenic backdrops are helping promote Canadian tourism. Said an 🇺🇸 American fan, "My friends and I are planning a trip to a cottage in 🇨🇦 Canada, hopefully before the hockey season ends.” #OhCanada #CottageCountry www.bbc.com/travel/artic...

🇸🇪 Esrange Space Centre near the city of Kiruna, run by the Swedish Space Corporation (SSC Space). “Within a couple of years, we will have the first satellite launch from here.” #Sweden #Space www.bbc.com/news/article...

🇨🇦 Prime Minister Mark Carney is travelling to 🇮🇳 India, 🇦🇺 Australia and Japan this week in his latest effort to cultivate trade ties as he seeks to wean Canada off its economic dependency on the US. #Canada #ElbowsUp www.bbc.com/news/article...

USA Justice, please note. Police are investigating Mandelson over claims he passed sensitive government information to Epstein a decade and a half ago. www.cbc.ca/news/world/u...

More than 100 cm of snow fell in the area in less than a week. A statement from the city on Sunday evening said it is not considering declaring a state of emergency, as they believe asking residents to stay off the roads will be enough. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Bill C-12 has sections focused on immigration that deal with information-sharing and managing the asylum system. The committee heard from witnesses who warned the legislation could violate human rights and lacks procedural fairness. www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

The US is still killing civilians in small boats without charges, trials, or sentencing. Monday's attack brought the death toll to approximately 151 people. www.cbc.ca/news/world/u...

England is a cup of tea. France, a wheel of ripened brie. Greece, a short, squat olive tree. America is a gun. — Brian Bilston www.yahoo.com/news/article...

Team Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics closing ceremony. #TeamCanada #Olympics youtube.com/shorts/PjSYo...