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Publication Date: January 21, 2026 - 06:28

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Morning Update: Canada’s middle-power conundrum

January 21, 2026

Good morning. In his first Davos speech as Prime Minister, Mark Carney highlighted a system that bends to the powerful – more on that below, along with the NDP leadership contenders and Heated Rivalry’s sexy consent. But first:

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The poll is the latest sign of tattered relations in the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war and attacks on Canada's sovereignty, and aligns with recent Ipsos polling.
February 19, 2026 - 17:41 | Sean Boynton | Global News - Canada
The five contenders to lead the NDP will square off in British Columbia’s Lower Mainland on Thursday evening for the second of two official leadership debates. Tonight’s English-language debate should be a more bruising affair than November’s French debate in Montreal , as it will be one of...
February 19, 2026 - 17:39 | Rahim Mohamed | National Post
Last year alone, there were 476 reported cases — of which 190 targeted businesses — and that only reflects incidents where the victims have come forward.
February 19, 2026 - 17:37 | Isaac Callan | Global News - Canada