This is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press aimed at providing insights into current events.
Minnesotans Continue to Grapple with Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
As the community in Minneapolis continues to process the shocking incident involving the fatal shooting of a woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer, demonstrations and vigils are planned for today. The victim, Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, was shot on January 8, 2026, the second day of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown on the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, where over 2,000 ICE officers have been deployed.
This incident has transformed Minnesota into a political battleground, particularly highlighting tensions between U.S. President Donald Trump and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Trump has made derogatory comments about the state's Somali population, recently calling them "garbage" and stating, "We don’t want them in our country."
Longtime Liberal MP Chrystia Freeland’s Resignation Takes Effect Today
Chrystia Freeland, the former finance minister and a long-serving member of Parliament, officially resigns today as she embarks on a new voluntary role advising the Ukrainian government. Freeland’s departure from the Liberal caucus leaves Prime Minister Mark Carney with a minority, as he is now two seats short of a majority government. Despite the Liberal Party gaining two seats last year due to Conservative MPs crossing the floor, Freeland's Toronto-area riding of University-Rosedale is expected to remain a safe seat for the Liberals, as she secured nearly two-thirds of the votes in the last election. A byelection to fill her seat could take place as early as March.
Statistics Canada Set to Release December Jobs Data
Statistics Canada is set to unveil the labor force figures for December today, with a Reuters survey of economists predicting a loss of 5,000 jobs, leading to a slight increase in the unemployment rate to 6.6 percent. This follows a surprising surge in the labor market in recent months, with an addition of approximately 181,000 jobs between September and November. However, economists from RBC anticipate a more considerable decline of around 35,000 positions in December to compensate for unexpected gains in November.
N.S. Towns Attempting to Ban 'Dangerous' Dog Breeds Face Enforcement Challenges
Recent efforts by at least two municipalities in Nova Scotia to ban certain dog breeds have proven largely unsuccessful. Towns such as Clark’s Harbour, located approximately 50 kilometers southwest of Shelburne, tried to implement bans on breeds like pit bulls and Rottweilers in the wake of a tragic incident that resulted in a child's death after being attacked by two cane corsos and a Rottweiler. The mayor of Clark’s Harbour admitted that the ban is essentially unenforceable. Similarly, the Municipality of the District of Guysborough, which once had a similar bylaw, ultimately scrapped it. Animal rights advocates argue that breed bans are ineffective and difficult to enforce, prompting several Canadian cities, including Edmonton and Montreal, to rescind their breed-specific legislation.
Canada Set to Unveil Women's Hockey Team Aiming to Defend Olympic Gold
As Canada prepares to defend its Olympic gold medal in women’s hockey, the 23-player team will be announced on Friday in Toronto. The Canadians are seen as frontrunners for the gold but will face a formidable challenge from their archrivals, the United States. The defense of the title kicks off on February 5 against Finland in Milan, Italy. Following this, Canada will compete against Switzerland on February 7, Czechia on February 9, and the U.S. on February 10 in Group A, which includes five of the world’s top teams. The tournament's quarterfinals will feature all Group A teams and the top three teams from Group B, which consists of Sweden, Germany, Japan, France, and Italy. Semifinals are scheduled for February 16, with the medal games taking place on February 19. Canada has a strong history in this sport, having won five out of seven gold medals since women's hockey was introduced in the Olympics in Nagano, Japan.
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This summary was first published January 9, 2026.
