The Week in Canadian Press Releases: 10 Stories You Need to See

A roundup of the most newsworthy press releases from Cision Distribution this week

TORONTO, Jan. 23, 2026 /CNW/ - With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on Cision. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

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1. Bom dia, Brazil! WestJet launches service from Calgary to São Paulo as its 100th non-stop destination from the city 
   "YYC Calgary International Airport has been a proud partner to WestJet for 30 years, and we're excited to celebrate the 100th direct destination out of Calgary," said Chris Dinsdale, President and CEO of Calgary Airports. "This expansion to South America brings more of the world to discover our city and our spectacular region, and gives local passengers a stronger direct connection to destinations around the globe."
2. Hanwha Advances Newfoundland LNG Project as Part of Broader CPSP-Linked Industrial Partnership in Canada 
   This partnership establishes Hanwha as a long-term strategic partner to Fermeuse Energy, supporting the project's development, engineering, financing, shipbuilding, and LNG logistics across the full LNG value chain. The agreement reflects a shared vision to deliver a reliable and sustainable LNG supply that enhances energy security and contributes to the global energy transition. Under the terms of the MOU, Hanwha will contribute its integrated global capabilities to the project, including conceptual studies, pre-FEED engineering.
3. Today is Bell Let's Talk Day! Join in and take a moment for mental health 
   "In our 16^th year, Bell Let's Talk Day continues to be Canada's national day for mental health. Today, we're asking Canadians to take a moment for mental health – a moment to care for themselves, reach out to someone who may be struggling, and recognize the vital work being done in communities across the country. Taking a moment isn't a substitute for a diagnosis, treatment plan or medication, but it is a simple and practical thing we can all do to support our own mental wellbeing."  - Mary Deacon, Chair of Bell Let's Talk
4. AUTOCANADA ACQUIRES MODERN AUTOBODY COLLISION REPAIR SHOP IN EDMONTON 
   The acquisition expands AutoCanada's collision repair footprint in the Edmonton market and strengthens its luxury certification coverage across the region. Modern Autobody holds an extensive suite of OEM certifications, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, MINI, Jaguar, Land Rover, Tesla, Porsche, Lexus, Acura, Honda, Bentley, Infiniti, Subaru, and Rivian, enhancing AutoCanada's ability to serve luxury and electric vehicle collision repair customers throughout Edmonton.
5. Power Metallic Reports Lion Zone Recoveries of 98.9% Copper, 93.9% Palladium, 96.8% Platinum, 85% Gold and 88.9% Silver from Initial Metallurgical Results as Reported by SGS Canada Inc. 
   The Lion deposit has two zones of mineralization defined by drilling, consisting of a High-Grade zone (HG) and a Low-grade Zone (LG). As reported on October 16, 2025, Power Metallic compiled a series of drill core reject material from the Lion deposit spatially representative of the known mineralization across strike and down plunge within the deposit (Figure 1). Three composites were prepared, HG (103 samples from 15 drill holes); LG (99 samples from 10 drill holes); and a Blended composite based on modelled volumes for Lion (Approx. 50/50 ratio).
6. Mistplay Announces Acquisition of Mobivity's Connected Rewards™ Platform to Expand Loyalty Gamification for Brands 
   Connected Rewards^™ complements this by enabling consumers to earn real-world brand offers and rewards through gameplay, extending participation from mobile games into real-world purchasing moments and brand loyalty systems. Together, the platforms provide a unified omnichannel toolkit that creates new opportunities for game publishers to reach incremental audiences. For brands, LoyaltyPlay drives deep digital engagement, while Connected Rewards links gameplay to measurable, real-world incentives that help drive repeat behavior, traffic, and spend.
7. ZELLERS CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL LAUNCH OF FIRST NEW STORE IN EDMONTON AND SETS SIGHTS ON NATIONAL EXPANSION 
   The Edmonton store introduced a thoughtfully curated assortment across men's, women's, kids' and baby apparel, footwear, accessories, home essentials, and seasonal categories. Shoppers were drawn to recognizable national and global brands alongside everyday lifestyle staples, delivering strong perceived value and an easy-to-navigate shopping experience. The response has underscored the strength of Zellers' small-format department store model and its ability to resonate with today's Canadian consumer.
8. BrandSpark International announces its 23rd annual 2026 Best New Product Awards winners, recognizing Canada's Top Innovations across Food, Beverage, Beauty, Health, Personal Care, Kids, Pet, Home, Quick Service Restaurant Menu Items and more based on a nationwide survey of Canadian consumers 
   "With so many options on store shelves today, it can be overwhelming for consumers to know which products are truly worth trying," says Kim Diamond, Vice-President of Best New Product Awards Inc. "The Best New Product Awards simplify that decision by spotlighting the products that truly stand out to Canadians. Recognized as the country's most influential consumer-voted awards, they serve as a trusted guide to discovering new products that genuinely deliver on their promises."
9. ORVANA REPORTS Q1 FY2026 PRODUCTION AND EXPLORATION RESULTS; AND PROVIDES UPDATE ON OXIDES STOCKPILE PROJECT AT DON MARIO, BOLIVIA 
   Juan Gavidia, CEO of Orvana, stated: "The first quarter of fiscal 2026 was a strong quarter for Orvana, with operational improvements and grade increases leading to higher gold production at Orovalle. We have also made progress in our exploration program for the Taguas Project in Argentina, and the expansion of the Don Mario Plant in Bolivia is advancing, with initial doré production expected to commence in February, subject to completion of ongoing performance verification activities."
10. CANADIAN DOLLARS GO FURTHER IN LAS VEGAS: CIRCA, THE D AND GOLDEN GATE TO HONOR $1 CAD AS $1 USD NOW THROUGH AUG. 31
    The initiative gives all Canadian travelers and locals an immediate financial advantage, eliminating conversion stress and reinforcing downtown Las Vegas as a guest-first destination built on value, accessibility and fairness. Under the At Par program, eligible Canadian guests receive $1 USD in value for every $1 CAD spent, regardless of daily exchange rates. Available across these three downtown Las Vegas properties, the effort removes one of the biggest financial barriers to U.S. leisure travel and makes it easier for Canadian visitors to focus on what matters most: entertainment, hospitality and fun.

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