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NHL 2026-27: Canadian teams open strong with Ottawa atop the early Atlantic race

Two weeks into the NHL season, the Ottawa Senators lead the Atlantic Division and Canada's seven teams look deep.

Statistics Canada estimates employment fell by 68,000 in September 2026, with unemployment rising to 6.5% and the employment rate falling to 60.6%.

Ottawa's new $2B heat pump program offers grants up to $10,000 for low-to-median income households, launching in early 2027.

Bill C-39 passed its first House vote 296-26 with Conservative support — but NDP, Greens, labour and some First Nations are pushing back.

More than 300 advance polls opened Tuesday, six days ahead of Alberta's October 19 referendum on whether to remain in Canada or pursue separation.

Canada Child Benefit pays October 20 and CPP/OAS land October 28 — here is every remaining government payment date in 2026.

The largest lottery prize in Canadian history — $85 million plus 16 MaxMillions — is up for grabs in Tuesday night's Lotto Max draw.

Lotto Max numbers for October 9, 2026: 6, 10, 19, 25, 29, 39, 50 with bonus 36. No winner — jackpot rolls to a record $85 million.

IRCC's second October draw invited 752 Provincial Nominee Program candidates at a CRS cutoff of 772 — 47 points higher than the previous PNP round.

Lotto 6/49 numbers for October 10, 2026: 12, 18, 23, 27, 28, 45 with bonus 32. A Toronto ticket won the $5M Classic Draw.