January/February 2026 issue

Tech billionaires are racing to reach artificial general intelligence—even if it makes us obsolete

In 2026, AI will teach students—and students will teach AI

The fixation on ultra-masculine virility is changing how men understand their health

In 2026, we’ll need fewer stadium extravaganzas and more intimate shows at small venues

Canada will take a back seat to Trump’s aggressive America-first agenda

Carney will visit China next week—but Trump is still in charge

Vancouver and Toronto’s troubles are harbingers of more housing issues to come

Trump’s tariff chaos will prompt local food producers to expand at record speed

A guide to the people, ideas and trends that will shape the country over the next 12 months