Meanwhile: NATO to hold emergency summit Friday morning; Notorious hacker group Anonymous declares “cyber war” against Russia

The Trudeau government blasted Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as a grave threat to the world order Canadians fought and died to create.

Not everyone believes Putin’s tough talk, as evidenced by some signs, protesters — and nationally, 1,700 arrests.

As governments around the world lined up on Thursday to condemn Vladimir Putin for invading Ukraine, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a new package of sanctions, including a ban on Canadian exports to Russia.

From the NATO question to Russian president Putin’s desire for ‘satellite states’ as neighbours, a professor explains Russia’s aggression.

The depiction painted in Washington of Ukraine’s prospects is grim, Edward Keenan writes.

Dr. Martha Fulford denies making the donations, saying it was either a family member or an unknown third party who used her personal information.

Action influenced by letters of concern from residents

The parliamentary review committee is supposed to review the powers assumed by the government under the Emergencies Act.

Meanwhile, most Americans will no longer be advised to wear masks in indoor public settings, under new guidelines from The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the U.S.; Health Canada approves Quebec-made COVID-19 vaccine.

The centuries-old company had its share of difficulties during the pandemic, as retailers dealt with lockdowns and restrictions and the accelerated shift to e-commerce.

Randy’s confirmed Thursday morning it is “officially closing” on Feb. 26.