PM and premiers meet, GST holiday debate, hiker found after weeks, and more

Some of the premiers say they don’t think the prime minister is the right person to lead Canada against tariff threats from the incoming U.S. president. They’re meeting with their fellow premiers and Justin Trudeau. He says it’s time for a united front and a Team Canada approach.

And: The official opposition says the Liberal proposal for a GST holiday and rebate cheques for some Canadians is too costly. The N.D.P. says the tax break should start immediately, and the rebates should go to more people.

Also: A hiker has been found, after surviving for more than five weeks in the backcountry of northeast British Columbia. During that time, the snow fell and temperatures plunged below -20 C.

Plus: Bearspaw First Nation sues the federal government for $1 billion over $5 treaty payments, people return home as Lebanon ceasefire takes hold, and more.