5 h. ago Small business owners say Alberta teachers’ strike is hurting their bottom line

Small business owners who count on spending by students say the Alberta teachers strike is having a crushing impact on their operations.

Economics

5 h. ago Wash away the potential for harm by rethinking common household products you use

Barriers to using greener cleaners come down to accessibility, cost and effectiveness

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10 h. ago Ontario's unemployment crisis is reaching concerning new highs

The latest job figures for Canada have just been released, and, woefully, Ontario's unemployment rate continues to push higher amid what has become a joblessness crisis.According to StatCan, a shocking 7.9 per cent of the province's workforce is now without a paying gig, despite some growth in the manufacturing and agriculture sectors (which added 12,000 and 5,200 roles, respectively, over the course of September).This is a slight jump from just a month earlier, when 7.7 per cent of the eligible population was looking for work, and also from this time last year, when Ontario's rate of unemployment was 7.1 per cent.In Toronto, the proportion of job seekers remained about the same between August and September, sitting at a significantly higher level than the province overall: 8.9 per cent.The fact that this number didn't rise from one month to the next is somewhat reassuring after increases earlier in the year, though the city's u...

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11 h. ago Scammers pretending to sell Girl Guide cookies prompt consumer warnings in B.C. and Ontario

Interested buyers can find bona fide sellers though the Girl Guides' cookie finder web page

Economics

11 h. ago Neil Young says he will remove his music from Amazon’s streaming service

Neil Young says he plans to pull his music off Amazon’s streaming service as he urges fans to stop supporting the corporate giant. The legendary folk singer-songwriter and activist posted a message on his website earlier this week titled “Forget Amazon and Whole Foods,” explaining that he feels the company is among the “big corporations […]

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11 h. ago ‘Buy local’: Neil Young says he will remove his music from Amazon’s streaming service

TORONTO — Neil Young says he plans to pull his music off Amazon’s streaming service as he urges fans to stop supporting the corporate giant. The legendary folk singer-songwriter and activist posted a message on his website earlier this week titled “Forget Amazon and Whole Foods,” explaining that he feels the company is among the […]

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12 h. ago German Chemical Makers Say Carbon Costs Damage Europe’s Edge

German chemical companies said high costs for carbon allowances are damaging Europe’s competitiveness, adding to a cacophony of sectors pushing for climate measures to be eased to help ailing industries.

Economics

13 h. ago London jobless rate rises slightly, matching trend across Ontario

The London area’s unemployment rate rose slightly in September, ending a two-month stretch of improving figures.

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14 h. ago Here Are The Winners and Losers of Malaysia’s 2026 Spending Plan

Malaysia’s consumption and tourism-related companies are set to get a boost as the government increases cash handouts to cushion the impact of higher cost of living on citizens.

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15 h. ago Surrey the latest B.C. city to enter the health care arena with plan for two clinics

Despite criticism it's letting the provincial government off the hook, Surrey plans to recruit doctors by covering some administrative costs

Science

15 h. ago Amazon Prime Day ends tonight: Grab these top best sellers still in stock!

From Grace & Stella to Kindle, Dreame and Dyson. Whether you’re shopping for everyday essentials or big-ticket items, Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is the time to save.

Economics

16 h. ago Pennsylvania Wants to Leave the Biggest US Grid. It Won’t be Easy.

When utilities from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Maryland established what is today the largest US grid, they aimed to provide power at the lowest possible price. But nearly 70 years later, the cost of securing power has surged to record highs, prompting Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro to threaten to leave the now-13-state network.

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16 h. ago Top seeded Blue Jays start ALCS in prime time, Sportsnet ratings continue to rise

After a resounding ALDS win over the New York Yankees and massive and still growing TV ratings in Canada, the Blue Jays have shown they are ready for prime time. And that’s exactly where they will land for Sunday’s opener of the ALCS against either the Detroit Tigers or Seattle Mariners. MLB has announced the […]

Sport

16 h. ago Keith Gerein: Alberta's malnourished restaurant inspection system has become indigestible

An archaic consumer protection system built more for the protection of businesses and the convenience of the system itself, rather than the needs of the public

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17 h. ago Kick off holiday shopping with Amazon Prime Big Deal Days bestsellers

Get a head start on holiday shopping this Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale, with discounts on bestsellers like LEGO, Apple and L'Oréal.

Society

20 h. ago Your Thanksgiving turkey is cheaper this year. Dinner sides? Not so much

The retail price of a turkey is down this Thanksgiving compared to last year. How much will it cost to prepare a dinner for your family?

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20 h. ago Opinion: Ottawa's 'community benefit charge' is a reverse housewarming gift

Let’s be clear, developers write the initial cheques for these charges, but they are passed along to condo buyers or renters, driving up the cost of housing.

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26 h. ago Dodgers advance to NLCS after Phillies reliever’s costly extra

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Orion Kerkering made a wild throw past home instead of tossing to first after mishandling Andy Pages’ bases-loaded comebacker with two outs in the 11th inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 Thursday to win their NL Division Series 3-1. Kerkering hung his head and put hands […]

Economics

28 h. ago Council passes motion to review ‘markedly’ higher consultant spending

Mayor Chow, vast majority of councillors believe city has spending problem when it comes to consultants

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28 h. ago Toronto council passes motion to review ‘markedly’ higher consultant spending

Mayor Chow, vast majority of councillors believe city has spending problem when it comes to consultants

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