The Big Story Big Headlines: The Prime Minister meets with Canada's premiers and preparations are underway ahead of the FIFA World Cup
Jan 29, 2026
A national leaders' meeting focuses on trade strategy as Mark Carney calls for new deals with India and the Asia-Pacific. A northern Quebec First Nation is under lockdown after shootings. Cities are gearing up for World Cup fan zones and celebrations. Major layoffs hit GM's Oshawa plant amid tariff fallout. Shifts in U.S. immigration enforcement and a key leadership review round out the headlines.
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Nationwide Trade Unity Push
- The Prime Minister and premiers are meeting to present a united Team Canada on rising trade tensions with the U.S..
- Mark Carney signals a push to diversify trade toward India and more Asia-Pacific partners.
Northern Cree Nation Locks Down After Shooting
- Mistissini (Mistany) Cree Nation imposed a lockdown after two men were found shot in a vehicle and later died.
- The chief urged residents to stay home while police investigate possible organized crime links.
Canada's World Cup Event Plans On Schedule
- Canada is staging nationwide watch sites and a Canada Celebrates program for the FIFA World Cup starting June 11.
- Officials say stadium and event preparations in Toronto and Vancouver are on schedule for Canada's June 12 first match.