It will also include a one-time top-up of 50 per cent in June. The move comes as Carney faces pressure from the opposition to address grocery prices, which are outpacing other forms of inflation. The top-up to the GST credit was first reported by the Toronto Star. There will be other affordability measures announced on Monday, including steps to fix structural problems with Canada’s food supply chain, and improve competition. The prime minister is set to make this announcement in Ottawa on Monday morning before travelling to meet with Ontario Premier Doug Ford in the afternoon.

January 26, 2026 14:05 UTC

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January 26, 2026 13:35 UTC

U.S. President Donald Trump's ambassador to Canada is warning of consequences to the continental defence pact if Canada does not move forward with the purchase of 88 F-35 fighter jets. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra told CBC News in an exclusive interview at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona. Royal Canadian Air Force Col. Travis Morehen is seen in the NORAD command centre in Colorado in May 2018. Pete Hoekstra, U.S. ambassador to Canada, is warning of consequences to the continental defence pact if Canada does not move forward with the purchase of 88 F-35 fighter jets. Whereas the F-35 "would allow for easier and greater interoperability with the U.S. Air Force — an important consideration both in NORAD and overseas operations."

January 26, 2026 13:32 UTC

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada has "no intention" of pursuing a free trade agreement with China, as U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to impose crippling tariffs if Canada "makes a deal with China." That post came one day after Trump threatened to impose a 100 per cent tariff on all Canadian goods entering the U.S. if Canada "makes a deal with China." It's a good thing for him to sign a trade deal. If you can get a deal with China, you should do that," Trump told reporters at the White House at the time. On Sunday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent provided some clarity on Trump's threat and said the tariffs are possible if Canada makes a free trade deal with China.

January 26, 2026 12:57 UTC

Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementThe accessible sections at Rogers Arena might be considered prime seating areas. During a concert at Rogers Arena last fall, only two people out of 30 were in wheelchairs in this designated section for people with mobility challenges. This sign indicates accessible seating is strictly for people who require wheelchairs and mobility aids. government to ensure accessible seating is reserved for those who actually need it. A spokesperson also said the ministry "does not currently regulate accessible seating for entertainment venues" — and when asked who might, referred further questions to Rogers Arena.

January 26, 2026 12:08 UTC





Iran’s exiled crown prince, Reza Pahlavi, wants to lead a transitional government should the Islamic regime in Tehran eventually collapse. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementThe plan explains how Pahlavi’s transitional government would initially prioritize national stabilization before organizing a referendum on Iran’s long-term governance structure (i.e. At the beginning of the transitional phase, Pahlavi and his technocrats would focus on maintaining core government services (e.g. utilities, healthcare and security) while securing the nation’s assets so they are not stolen by fleeing regime loyalists. But, no opposition figure can realistically anticipate, or preemptively plan for, all of the countless steps inherent to regime transition.

January 26, 2026 12:02 UTC

With the 36 centimetres of snow that fell at Pearson airport so far today, January 2026 has seen a total of 78.2 centimetres of snow, according to Environment Canada meteorologist Samantha Mauti.

January 26, 2026 08:37 UTC

TLDRHeavy snowfall in the Greater Toronto Area has caused significant disruptions to transit, flights, and municipal services. Environment Canada issued a severe orange weather warning, predicting snow accumulation could reach 60 centimetres. The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) has suspended service at 48 bus stops, and Pearson International Airport has cancelled about 65% of its departing flights and 64% of arriving flights. The City of Toronto has declared a significant weather event and activated its major snow event response plan. All English GTA school boards and the French public Viamonde School Board have declared Monday a snow day.

January 26, 2026 08:10 UTC

A worker at the Voisey's Bay mine in northern Labrador was injured in a “fall of ground” — an incident where the ceiling of an underground tunnel collapsed — on Saturday. In a statement to CBC News, a Vale Base Metals official said the worker received emergency care on site and is now in stable condition in hospital. The company said it notified the regulatory authorities and the incident is being investigated. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement Advertisement“Underground activities in the immediate area of the incident have been secured and we are working through a safe return to operations,” reads the statement. Download our free CBC News app to sign up for push alerts for CBC Newfoundland and Labrador.

January 26, 2026 08:01 UTC

VANCOUVER — A dead aloe plant, an old wedding dress that symbolized a failed marriage and a rejection letter for a job application are all exhibits that are part of a display of personal failure at a Vancouver mall. Eyvan Collins, curator of the Museum of Personal Failure, says he started putting up posters online last year, inviting people to submit items representing their failures as a way for him to cope with “big heartbreak” after two of hi…

January 26, 2026 02:46 UTC

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January 26, 2026 00:19 UTC

U.S. citizen Alex Pretti was killed Saturday in another shooting in Minneapolis involving federal officers, renewing the outcry over the Trump administration's immigration operations. The couple said U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration officials "seem eager to escalate the situation," adding, "This has to stop." The man is believed to be Alex Pretti, a U.S. citizen whose killing has widened the divide between the Trump administration and Minnesota officials. Alex Pretti, 37, is shown in this undated photo provided by his family. The intensive care unit nurse was shot and killed by a federal officer in Minneapolis on Saturday.

January 25, 2026 23:04 UTC

A series written, directed and performed by Quebec artists from the Haitian community who want to laugh at themselves while paying tribute to their roots. RIVALS: The 4 Nations Face-Off(CBC Original Feature Special, directed by Yon Motskin, produced by Blink49 Studios, executive produced by P.K. Fortunately for Dana, after a chance encounter with Trek and his Dino Field Guide, Dana can now see dinosaurs too! What’s more, when Dana transforms her backpack, the dinosaurs think she’s one of them – allowing her to get close to the action! Source: CBC GemFor all the latest streaming news and reviews, don’t forget to follow us on Twitter or Instagram or like us on Facebook.

January 25, 2026 21:36 UTC

Breaking down witness videos appearing to show Alex Pretti’s fatal shootingNewsDuration 9:40Witness videos verified by CBC News appear to show several officers taking a man to ground before several shots are fired. The man is believed to be Alex Pretti, a U.S. citizen whose killing has widened the divide between the Trump administration and Minnesota officials.

January 25, 2026 21:32 UTC

A new Netflix series is in production. It's set in a working-class town where hockey is everything, until a bus crash kills players and their coach. He is living the reality of losing his 18-year-old son Evan, who was a rookie right winger for the Humboldt Broncos junior hockey team. (Humboldt Broncos website)He said it’s not something he could watch — a fictional story built around a painful reality for his family. The similarity to the Humboldt Broncos’ tragedy is hitting a nerve in Saskatchewan.

January 25, 2026 18:07 UTC