55 m. ago Record deficit, economic stimulus and other highlights of Quebec’s 2025

QUEBEC — Quebec Finance Minister Eric Girard introduced his budget on Tuesday, under a cloud of possible U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods that he forecasts will average 10 per cent in the next two years. Here are some highlights: — Deficit of $13.6 billion, or 2.2 per cent of GDP, including payments of about $2.2 […]

Sport

2 h. ago Will Alberta's new auto insurance legislation deliver on affordability? Industry experts weigh in

"(There's) a lot of work to (do to) get there as we look at the legislation... the main details of what's to come is going to be developed through regulations later this fall, but it does provide a road map to improve care"

Economics

3 h. ago Meet Tereza Vanisova – the Brady Tkachuk of the PWHL's Ottawa Charge

The list of firsts keeps growing for Tereza Vanisova. On Mar. 18, 2024, the 29-year-old Czech became the first player acquired in a trade by Ottawa Charge GM Mike Hirshfeld, a one-for-one deadline deal for solid defender Amanda Boulier that could go down as the biggest steal in PWHL history. On Feb. 20 of this […]

Other

5 h. ago Edmontonians consider different federal election priorities with their votes

Cost of living and plans to deal with U.S. policies were the most common priorities Edmontonians told Global News they're considering on Monday.

Politics

5 h. ago Small businesses prefer ‘minor’ adjustments over layoffs to deal with tariffs: poll

TORONTO — Small and medium business leaders say they could have to make minor adjustments to their operations in the short term to cope with widespread U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, but more drastic measures may be needed later on. Companies say they prefer measures such as reduced hours or hiring freezes over significant layoffs […]

Economics

6 h. ago Small businesses prefer workforce adjustments over layoffs to deal with tariffs: Poll

Small and medium business leaders say they could have to make minor adjustments to their operations in the short term to cope with widespread U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. The poll of 50 small and medium enterprise leaders across Canada, conducted by the trade services arm of the Toronto Region Board of Trade, found measures […]

Economics

6 h. ago US Sees Russia, Ukraine Choosing a Longer War Over a Bad Deal

Russia and Ukraine may see a greater incentive to prolong the three-year conflict instead of rushing into a full settlement, according to an assessment by the US intelligence community that clashes with President Donald Trump’s pledges for a rapid end to the three-year conflict.

Other

8 h. ago Affirm inks deal with J.P. Morgan Payments to deliver more flexible, transparent payments to merchants

Agreement brings Affirm’s payment solutions to U.S. merchants using J.P. Morgan Payments Commerce Platform SAN FRANCISCO — Affirm (NASDAQ: AFRM), the payment network that empowers consumers and helps merchants drive growth, announced today that it is deepening its multi-year agreement with J.P. Morgan Payments. The agreement will make Affirm’s solutions available to J.P. Morgan Payments’ […]

Economics

10 h. ago 12 Amazon Big Spring Sale beauty deals to shop now–most are under $30

From coveted brands like Grace & Stella and Neutrogena to Dyson, read on for our top twelve Amazon Big Deal Day picks--and grab them before they're gone!

Economics

10 h. ago 13 Amazon Canada Big Spring Sale beauty deals to shop–most are under $30

From coveted brands like Grace & Stella and Neutrogena to Dyson, read on for our top twelve Amazon Big Deal Day picks, and grab them before they're gone!

Economics

11 h. ago Your letters for March 25: Food bank delivers help with dignity

Food Bank provides help with dignity Kudos to the Calgary Food Bank for providing emergency food to Calgarians struggling to meet their basic needs in our downtown. The new location is much more accessible. Importantly, the method of delivery is done with dignity. Over the past few years, Calgarians in need have indicated that a […]

Other

12 h. ago Corsight AI Becomes First Facial Recognition Company to Achieve ISO 42001 Certification

TEL AVIV, Israel — Corsight AI is proud to announce it has become the first facial recognition technology company to achieve ISO 42001 certification, a critical international standard emphasizing explainability, transparency, and accountability in artificial intelligence systems. This certification reflects Corsight AI’s commitment to meeting the highest standards of responsible AI practices while addressing public […]

Economics

13 h. ago Philips demonstrates innovation power, topping European Patent Office Medtech filings in 2024

March 25, 2025 Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today announced that in 2024 it was the leading applicant in the field of medical technology at the European Patent Office (EPO), filing 594 Medtech patent applications. This achievement underscores the company’s ongoing dedication to transforming healthcare delivery […]

Economics

15 h. ago Shell accelerates strategy to deliver more value with less emissions

March 25, 2025 – Shell (LON/NYSE: SHEL, AMST: SHELL) will today present to investors at its Capital Markets Day 2025 the next steps in the execution of its strategy. Shell is strengthening its commitment to value creation and maintaining its focus on performance, discipline and simplification. ‘’We have made significant progress against all of the targets […]

Society

20 h. ago Witness in B.C. murder trial repeatedly violated lucrative deal with cops, defence says

Brandon Teixeira has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder, attempted murder and firearms charges in the October 2017 killing of Nicolas Khabra in Surrey. 

Events

25 h. ago Beyond Oil Announces Start of Commercialization of India Distribution Agreement; First Payment Received

Beyond Oil announces successful initiation of first order under new distribution agreement focusing on Indian markets, with full payment received for upcoming 6T shipment VANCOUVER, BC and KIBBUTZ YIFAT, Israel, March 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Beyond Oil Ltd. (CSE: BOIL) (OTCQB: BEOLF) (Frankfurt: UH9) (“Beyond Oil” or the “Company”), a food-tech innovation company dedicated […]

Culture

26 h. ago Elections Canada boosts access to security at polling locations due to ongoing ‘tensions’

Stéphane Perrault said that his organization is ready to deliver a 'secure and accessible' federal election on April 28

Politics

26 h. ago Farmland LP Named Farmland Fund Manager of the Year – Americas by Agri Investor

SAN FRANCISCO — Farmland LP, the largest fund manager focused on organic and regenerative farmland in the U.S., has been named Farmland Fund Manager of the Year – Americas and awarded Runner-Up for Farmland Deal of the Year – Americas by Agri Investor. The prestigious awards recognize leaders in agricultural investment who demonstrate innovation, impact, […]

Other

34 h. ago 'Out of the basement and into the streets': Edmonton's only gay bar moving to Jasper Avenue

"The amount of vandalism we've had to deal with in the last five years is ridiculous."

Other

35 h. ago Trump’s Tax Bill Takes Center Stage as GOP Debates Scope of Cuts

Congressional Republicans returning to Washington on Monday will tackle their toughest test yet, negotiating a massive tax bill package to deliver President Donald Trump a signature legislative victory.

Economics