48 m. ago Lululemon’s fashion copycat fight against Costco is about more than some tops

The athleisure group is challenging a growing public enthusiasm for 'dupe' products

Economics

2 h. ago Here’s a quick glance at unemployment rates for June, by Canadian city

OTTAWA — The national unemployment rate was 6.9 per cent in June. Statistics Canada also released seasonally adjusted, three-month moving average unemployment rates for major cities. It cautions, however, that the figures may fluctuate widely because they are based on small statistical samples. Here are the jobless rates last month by city (numbers from the […]

Other

2 h. ago CGLCC's CEO on the importance of queer entrepreneurs in Canada

Despite what you may think, 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs are not a niche group. In Canada alone, there are over 100,000 queer and trans-owned businesses contributing more than $22 billion in economic viability and employing over 435,000 Canadians. These are the people who service your car, cut your hair, roast your coffee – simply put, they’re everywhere. So, why are queer business people still facing challenges not felt by their straight cohorts? The realities of discriminationDarrell Schuurman, Founder and CEO of Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC), explains to blogTO that hurdles happen from the get-go."One in five queer or trans entrepreneurs experience challenges in starting or scaling their business, which includes things like access to capital, access to mentorship, and access to global supports and markets.""We know that they continue to face significant discrimination, and that one in four have lost business because of 2SLGBTQI+ owners...

Economics

2 h. ago Fraud experts warn of smishing scams made easier by AI, new tech

If it seems like your phone has been blowing up with more spam text messages recently, it probably is. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre says so-called smishing attempts appear to be on the rise, thanks in part to new technologies that allow for co-ordinated bulk attacks. The centre’s communications outreach officer Jeff Horncastle says the agency […]

Other

2 h. ago Canada adds surprise 83,000 jobs in June, driving unemployment rate down to 6.9%

OTTAWA — Canada’s labour market topped expectations in June amid a surprise surge in hiring. Statistics Canada said Friday that the unemployment rate dropped a tenth of a percentage point to 6.9 per cent in June as the economy added some 83,000 jobs. The vast majority of those jobs were part-time, the agency said, with […]

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2 h. ago A look at the countries that received Trump’s tariff letters — and where things stand now

So far, Trump has warned 23 nations, including major trading partners like South Korea and Japan, that steeper tariffs will be imposed starting Aug. 1

Economics

3 h. ago Sportsnet jacks up streaming prices in Canada and fans aren't pleased

As one of the two major sports properties in Canada, tuning into Sportsnet has been a daily routine for many fans across the country since its launch in 1998.But on Thursday, many fans began wondering exactly what their future with the network would be, given that a sudden price hike was dropped on its consumers.Subscribers of the Sportsnet+ package — a standalone digital service — found out they were getting a substantial price hike, kicking off in the September billing period.sportsnet+ subscription price going up 30% get outta here— JFresh (@JFreshHockey) July 10, 2025Both the standard Sportsnet+ deal at $199.99 and the premium package at $249.99 per year were bumped up to $249.99 and $324.99 annually, respectively. Monthly standard packages also saw an increase from $24.99 to $29.99, and the premium packages went from $34.99 to $42.99 per month.Lmao, what has SN+ done to justify an $80 increase? It’s a full minute behind the broadcast and genuinely one of...

Sport

3 h. ago Such oversight must include the hospital's internal audit department becoming involved early in the awarding of major contracts to ensure future allegations of abuse, a step that is not taken now, he

Greater accountability and oversight needed in the awarding of contracts at London Health Sciences Centre, says a former hospital executive

Politics

5 h. ago Canadians drastically downgrade climate as a priority, poll finds, as economic concerns escalate

Prime Minister Mark Carney could find the shift makes his life easier as he faces calls to roll back the imposing climate policies of Justin Trudeau

Society

7 h. ago IEA Doubts Russia Can Sustain Oil Capacity as Exports Stay Low

Russia’s deteriorating crude and oil product exports cast doubt on the nation’s ability to support its production capacity, the International Energy Agency said in its monthly report.

Economics

7 h. ago ECB’s Schnabel Sees High Bar for Rate Cut With Economy Resilient

European Central Bank Executive Board member Isabel Schnabel said there’d have to be a major downward shift in inflation to justify another reduction in borrowing costs, dismissing concern that the economy is struggling.

Other

8 h. ago BP Signals Strong Oil Trading as Quarterly Production Rebounds

BP Plc said it expects to report rising production and a strong result from its oil trading business for the second quarter, offering a potential boost for the energy major struggling to reverse years of underperformance.

Culture

14 h. ago Pierre Poilievre is against loan for new BC Ferries to be built in China

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre faces a byelection in the Alberta riding of Battle River-Crowfoot next month in a bid to win back a seat in Parliament.

Economics

15 h. ago Vancouver Pride in peril? Parade will proceed despite losing nearly half its sponsors

Six major sponsors, including Walmart, pull support for Vancouver’s Pride Parade amid growing financial and political pressures

Other

17 h. ago Missouri governor repeals paid sick leave law approved last year by voters

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Eight months after voters approved it, Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signed the repeal of a law Thursday that had guaranteed paid sick leave to workers and inflationary adjustments to the minimum wage. The move marked a major victory for the state’s largest business group and a frustrating defeat for workers’ […]

Politics

18 h. ago Siksika Nation files legal challenge against province’s coal development decision

The Siksika Nation says it's about more than just environmental concerns, saying development of the area would put its culture at risk.

Sport

18 h. ago Half of Canadians willing to fight for Canada if they agree with reasons for combat: Survey

A new Angus Reid survey found 49% of Canadians would be willing to fight for their country in the event of an armed conflict, but most say they would only do so if they “agreed with the reasons for fighting.” The poll said the most willing to enlist are those older than age 54 (55%) […]

Other

19 h. ago How Texas couldn’t find US$1M for flood warning system near camps

Agencies failed to secure roughly US$1 million for a project to better protect the county’s 50,000 residents and campers and tourists who spend time along the Guadalupe River.

Economics

20 h. ago Pellerin: Scrambling for safety — how to make pedestrian crossings less dangerous

Small towns and big cities — including in Canada — have introduced a low-cost option to help people cross the road safely at major intersections. How about in Ottawa?

Events

20 h. ago Teachers, opposition blast Ford government school board takeover as ‘power grab’

On Thursday, Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles was joined by teaching unions and a Toronto District School Board trustee to oppose recent major moves by the education minister.

Politics