2023 in photos: A look back at some of the biggest moments of the year
Global News
As 2023 comes to a close, Global News has compiled photos of the biggest moments of the year, which saw its fair share of natural disasters, demonstrations and conflicts abroad.
As 2023 comes to a close, Global News has compiled photos of some of the biggest moments of the year.
The year saw its fair share of natural disasters, fierce demonstrations and conflicts abroad.
Mixed in between were stories that caught the public’s imagination, including the discovery of a Chinese spy balloon in the U.S. and its subsequent destruction, the coronation of King Charles III after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, and the recovery of the Titan submersible.
Canada also played host to politicians from abroad in 2023, including U.S. President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy — the latter of which was overshadowed by international embarrassment after the House of Commons gave a standing ovation to a fighter from a Nazi unit.
The legal troubles of former U.S. President Donald Trump continued, with him appearing in court in New York related to a civil fraud case against the Trump Organization, and a now infamous mugshot was taken that has become a rallying point for his political base.
It’s a fresh slate, with several new faces taking a seat in Henry Baker Hall to form Regina’s city council for the next four years.
On Tuesday, Prairie Harm Reduction announced it would stay open 24/7 for the next week to offer people a warm safe place until the city’s plan took effect.
The competition watchdog said Wednesday that the ongoing investigation into the Canadian furniture retailers looks at three kinds of marketing practices.
The $7.28 billion budget unveiled by Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante includes a promise to increase the city's housing department budget by $100 million over the next three years.
The union representing port supervisors in British Columbia is challenging the legal and constitutional authority of the federal labour minister to order them back to work.
Randy Boissonnault is out of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s federal cabinet after months of controversy surrounding his former business.
A volunteer group has donated $60,000 to KHSC’s KidsInclusive as it winds down after 119 years, ensuring support for children’s care over the next five years.
Queen’s University will install North America’s first carbon-sequestering field turf at Nixon Field, enhancing sustainability while supporting sports and research.
Gerry Lichty, North Frontenac mayor, was elected 2025 Frontenac County warden. He aims to tackle rural challenges, with Bill Saunders as deputy warden.
Quebec Premier François Legault says the Sûreté du Québec, the province's police force, will 'conduct visual investigations at the borders.'
When people pass by the white-pillared Beaverbrook Art Gallery starting this weekend, they will be greeted by one of Fredericton's most famous sculptures.