Ukrainian language to be added to correspondence with Santa Claus
Ukrainian is planned to be added to the list of languages for correspondence with Santa Claus. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced its support for the initiative in Finland and the preparatory steps taken by the postal service.
Canada has accelerated deportations: around 400 people leave the country every week
Canada has accelerated forced deportations: about 400 people leave the country every week. CBSA data on who is at risk and what Bill C-12 could change in 2026.
Anton Ptushkin's Antarctica raised nearly UAH 24 million for Dronopad
Anton Ptushkin's documentary film Antarctica raised UAH 23,969,477 during its tour of Europe, Canada, and the United States. The funds were transferred to the Drone Drop program of the Come Back Alive Foundation.
Canada announced an additional CA$2.5 billion in economic assistance to Ukraine and held a joint call with European allies
On December 27, 2025, Zelensky met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Halifax: Canada announced CA$2.5 billion in economic support for Ukraine and held a joint online call with European leaders.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke with Volodymyr Zelenskyy
On December 26, 2025, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney held talks with Volodymyr Zelenskyy: the peace process, support for Ukraine, pressure on Russia, and coordination with partners.
Google will allow users to change their Gmail address
Google allows you to change your Gmail address without losing any data: your old address will become an alternative address, emails will be sent to both addresses, there is a limit of 3 changes and a 12-month rule.
Canada discontinues RABC: remote border crossings will switch to telephone notification
Canada will close the RABC program on September 14, 2026, and introduce mandatory CBSA telephone reporting in remote border areas. Dates and areas.
Alberta approves question for initiative to leave Canada
Elections Alberta has approved a citizens' initiative and published a Notice of Initiative Petition on the question of the province's possible withdrawal from Canada. We explain what this means, what the next steps are, how many signatures are needed, and what the deadlines are.
Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers have finalized tentative agreements on new contracts
Canada Post and the CUPW union have agreed on preliminary five-year contracts for urban and rural/suburban workers: 6.5% + 3% increase, CPI indexation, improved benefits, job security, and a new weekend parcel delivery model.
Canada ranks 12th in the world in terms of human freedom
Canada ranked 12th in the Human Freedom Index 2025 (Fraser + Cato). Global freedom has declined: 90% of the population lives with fewer freedoms.
Alberta launches app to help people buy local products
Discover Made in Alberta, an app and website that helps you find local products and beverages in Alberta: search by photo, brand catalog, recipes, producer profiles, and potential discounts.
Canada Strong Pass is back: what it is and how it works across Canada
Canada Strong Pass returns for the 2025–2026 winter holidays: dates, free admission to Parks Canada, museum discounts, and VIA Rail promo codes.