January 23rd, 2026
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‘We should let them come down into the U.S.’: Bessent weighs in on Alberta separatism

By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026

WASHINGTON — U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent commented on the separatist movement in Alberta today — making him the highest-ranking member of the Trump administration to weigh in on the province’s politics. While appearing on the right-wing station Real America’s Voice, Bessent claimed Canada won’t let Alberta build a pipeline to the Pacific, adding, “I ... Read More »

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CP NewsAlert: FBI director confirms arrest of Canadian ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding

By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026

FBI Director Kash Patel has confirmed in a social media post that former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, accused of running an international drug ring, has been arrested in Mexico. More coming. The Canadian Press... Read More »

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Autopsy says dingoes likely didn’t kill Canadian, but there were ‘pre-mortem’ bites

By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026

An autopsy suggests dingo bites on the body of a young Canadian backpacker found dead on a beach in Australia earlier this week were likely not her immediate cause of death. But the preliminary assessment of the body of 19-year-old Piper James, found on the island of K’gari, says there were “pre-mortem” bites in addition ... Read More »

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Ryan Wedding, Canadian ex-Olympian charged in drug ring, arrested: AP sources

By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026

Former Canadian Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding, who was on the FBI’s top fugitives list for allegedly running an international drug ring, has been arrested, sources tell the The Associated Press. Two people familiar with the case who were not authorized to publicly discuss details told AP that Wedding was arrested today. The arrest is expected ... Read More »

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Carney and cabinet convene for second day of meetings in Quebec City

By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026

QUÉBEC — Prime Minister Mark Carney and his cabinet are in Quebec City for a second day of meetings ahead of Parliament’s return on Monday. The two-day retreat is focused on the economy, affordability and security, and Carney and his cabinet are hearing from experts in government, finance, community services, advanced technology and global affairs. ... Read More »

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Dingoes not likely to have killed Canadian found dead on Australia beach: autopsy

By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026

An autopsy in Australia has determined that a young Canadian who was found dead on a beach this week was likely not killed by a pack of 10 dingoes. A spokesperson with the Coroners Court of Queensland says the body of Piper James of Campbell River, B.C., showed evidence of drowning and injuries consistent with ... Read More »

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CP NewsAlert: Canadian found circled by dingoes on Australia beach drowned: autopsy

By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026

An autopsy in Australia has determined that a young Canadian who was found dead on a beach earlier this week was not killed by a pack of 10 dingoes. A spokesperson with the Coroners Court of Queensland says the autopsy of Piper James of Campbell River, B.C., showed physical evidence of drowning and injuries consistent ... Read More »

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Bone-chilling cold warnings sweep the country, forecasting lows near -50 C

By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026

Bone-chilling cold warnings are sweeping the country this morning, with some regions expected to reach lows of -50 C with the wind chill. Environment Canada has issued orange weather alerts for all of Saskatchewan and Manitoba, as well as most of northern Ontario, warning of severe weather conditions likely to cause significant damage, disruption or ... Read More »

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In the news today: Cabinet retreat continues, China’s envoy on EVs, Buy Canadian wave

By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed… Carney, cabinet convening for second day of meetings in Quebec City Prime Minister Mark Carney and his cabinet are gathering in Quebec City for a second day of meetings ahead of Parliament’s return Monday. The two-day retreat is ... Read More »

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Chinese ambassador pitches new EVs as first step to new Canadian jobs, cheaper cars

By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026

OTTAWA — As critics attack Ottawa’s agreement last week to start allowing a small number of Chinese electric vehicles into Canada, China’s envoy to Ottawa says Beijing wants to partner with Canadian autoworkers to create good jobs and build cheaper cars. “Only win-win co-operation can last,” Chinese Ambassador to Canada Wang Di told The Canadian ... Read More »

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First Nations warn members to be cautious when entering U.S. following ICE actions

By Canadian Press on January 23rd, 2026

OTTAWA — Several First Nations are warning their members to be wary of crossing the border into the United States in response to immigration enforcement raids and the detention of some U.S. tribal citizens. The Kashechewan First Nation in northern Ontario — which was forced to evacuate earlier this month when local water and sewage ... Read More »

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