FORD GETS TRUMP’S ATTENTION: Premier thrown olive branch to head to Washington

The Tragically Hip is supporting the Canadian women's rugby team ahead of the World Cup in England by selling a limited-edition T-shirt, with proceeds benefiting the second-ranked team. Meanwhile, the Canadian men's team will compete against Japan and Trinidad and Tobago in an invitational event at B.C. Place Stadium in February, while the women's team participates in HSBC SVNS play from February 21 to 23. Want More Context? 🔎

The Canadian Media Guild (CMG) faced internal backlash after its initial statement on the Gaza crisis appeared to single out Israel, prompting a revision that called on all parties to cease hostilities and highlighted the inhumane treatment of civilians. The union emphasized its commitment to advocate for the safety and freedom of all media workers while attempting to maintain impartiality amid the conflict. Want More Context? 🔎

The Liberal government has rejected the split of CBC and Radio-Canada, despite internal discussions exploring this option, as revealed by newly released documents. Canadian Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault emphasized the importance of their collaboration for programming, while former public broadcasting executive Jeffrey Dvorkin suggested that the idea of separation, while radical, merits consideration given the differing public perceptions of both organizations. Want More Context? 🔎

The Canadian Forces, alongside the drone and robotics industries, are experiencing significant growth and innovation in the development of air, ground, and marine drones. This initiative aims to leverage lessons learned from the conflict in Ukraine, positioning Canada to potentially become a military drone exporter, highlighted by the adaptation of the Hammerhead uncrewed boat into an explosive marine attack drone. Want More Context? 🔎

Team Newfoundland and Labrador athletes celebrated during the closing ceremony of the 2023 Canada Games in Charlottetown, expressing gratitude for the host city. St. John's will host the next Canada Games from August 8-25, 2025, bringing together over 4,200 athletes for this multi-sport event. Want More Context? 🔎

Three alleged human smugglers were arrested alongside 44 foreign nationals attempting to illegally cross into Canada from the U.S. during the August long weekend; the group was detained near Stanstead, Quebec. The asylum seekers, including a child and a pregnant woman, were assessed for eligibility to claim asylum, with many transferred to a CBSA processing facility amid a significant increase in border crossings. Want More Context? 🔎