This roundup from The Canadian Press highlights several significant stories making headlines recently.

Foreign Affairs Minister to Open Consulate in Greenland

Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand is scheduled to officially inaugurate a new Canadian consulate in Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, today. Canadian consular staff have been operating in the region for several weeks in a preliminary capacity. The establishment of this diplomatic mission is anticipated to enhance cooperation on pressing issues such as climate change, Inuit rights, and defensive strategies, especially in light of recent threats made by former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the potential annexation of Greenland. Amidst Trump's demands for U.S. control over Greenland, which only recently saw a backtrack on forceful acquisition, Anand’s visit represents a step towards fostering better international relations. At the opening ceremony, Anand will be joined by Governor General Mary Simon and Canada’s Arctic Ambassador Virginia Mearns, both of whom are Inuit.

Statistics Canada Set to Release January Job Numbers

This morning, Statistics Canada will publish the employment figures for January 2026. A Reuters poll of economists anticipates an addition of 7,000 jobs for the month, which would keep the unemployment rate stable at 6.8 percent. In contrast, RBC predicts a decrease of 10,000 jobs in January, potentially reversing some of the notable employment gains achieved in the last months of 2025. Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem recently mentioned in a speech that he foresees an “uneven” recovery in the labor market for this year, indicating that while some sectors may experience growth, others might face slower recovery.

Alberta Hockey Players Memorialize Crash Victims

A group of young hockey players north of Calgary has taken an initiative to honor the memory of three junior hockey players who tragically lost their lives in a car crash in Alberta earlier this week. The under-13, AA Airdrie Lightning hockey team plans to wear and distribute stickers made in memory of the three players. A parent requested almost 100 stickers featuring the jersey numbers of eighteen-year-olds JJ Wright and Cameron Casorso, both from Kamloops, British Columbia, and 17-year-old Caden Fine from Alabama. The young athletes were headed to a practice when their vehicle collided with a semi-truck hauling gravel near Stavely, a small town close to Calgary, illustrating the community's effort to pay tribute to their lost peers.

Uptick in Prison Violence Linked to Inmate Code

The Correctional Service of Canada has reported a concerning increase in violence within Canadian prisons over recent years, affecting both inmates and correctional officers. Recent statistics indicate a rise in assaults from 2,265 in the fiscal year 2021-22 to 3,279 in the last fiscal year, marking a 45 percent increase. Advocates for reform attribute some of this violence to the so-called inmate code—a complex set of unwritten rules adhered to by prisoners that can lead to serious consequences, including beatings and murders. John Randle, a spokesman for the Union of Canadian Correctional Officers for the Pacific Region, noted that the drug trade within prisons stands out as a significant factor contributing to the spike in violence.

Opening Ceremony and Figure Skating at Milan Cortina Winter Olympics

The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics officially commence today, featuring an innovative multi-site opening ceremony spread across northern Italy. This unusually distributed event will include a primary ceremony in Milan alongside festivities in Predazzo, Livigno, and Cortina d’Ampezzo. Canadian Olympic gold-medalists Mikaël Kingsbury (mogul skiing) and Marielle Thompson (ski cross) are set to carry the Canadian flag in Livigno. In addition, figure skating will officially kick off today with the first day of the team event in Milan, marking a significant occasion in the international sports calendar.

This report encompasses various critical happenings, offering a glimpse into both national and international affairs.