Quebec’s CEGEP System: A Unique Bridge Between Secondary School and University MONTREAL, January 21 2026 – The Collège d’enseignement général et professionnel (CEGEP) system represents a distinctive feature of Quebec’s education landscape, serving as both a preparatory step for university and a direct pathway to the workforce. As the province’s network of 48 public colleges […]

Parks Canada Opens 2026 Season Reservations, Announces Conservation Funding OTTAWA, January 20, 2026 – Parks Canada has launched its reservation system for the 2026 visitor season, with booking windows opening on a rolling basis from late January through February. The agency also confirmed the return of the popular Canada Strong Pass programme for summer 2026,

Oliynykova’s Mission: From Kyiv Air Raids to Australian Open Debut MELBOURNE, January 19, 2026 – When Oleksandra Oliynykova steps onto Rod Laver Arena for her first Grand Slam main draw match on Tuesday, she will carry more than just her tennis bag. The 25-year-old Ukrainian will bring the weight of a nation at war, the

Federal Assault-Style Firearms Buyback Opens Nationally to Individuals OTTAWA, January 19, 2026 – The federal government has launched the national phase of its contentious Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program (ASFCP), opening a declaration period for individual gun owners across Canada. The move follows a pilot project in Nova Scotia and aims to collect hundreds of thousands

NFL Overtime Rules Unified for 2025 Season, Guaranteeing Both Teams a Possession January 18, 2026 – The National Football League has completed a significant overhaul of its overtime procedures, aligning the rules for the regular season and playoffs starting with the 2025 campaign. The most consequential change ensures both teams are guaranteed at least one