46 m. ago The National Association of Federal Retirees Congratulates Prime Minister Mark Carney on Election Victory

OTTAWA, Ontario, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The National Association of Federal Retirees extends congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney and his team on their election victory. We welcome the opportunity to collaborate with the new government on critical priorities for older Canadians, including strengthening retirement income security, improving our healthcare system, and enhancing […]

Politics

2 h. ago Calgary Stampeders select Australian punter with first pick in CFL Global draft

The Calgary Stampeders selected Australian punter Fraser Masin with the first overall pick in Tuesday morning’s Canadian Football League global draft. Masin’s selection kicked off the day that features the 2025 CFL Global Draft early and the annual pick-em for Canadians — the 2025 CFL Draft — this afternoon (4 p.m., TSN). With four spots […]

Other

3 h. ago Postmedia Welcomes Anita Boyle Evans as Senior Vice President, National Client Partnerships

TORONTO — Postmedia Network Canada Corp. (“Postmedia” or the “Company”) announced that effective April 7, 2025, Anita Boyle Evans joined the company as the Senior Vice President, National Client Partnerships. Anita will play a pivotal role in developing and nurturing strategic relationships at both the national and agency levels and further enhancing client engagement through […]

Society

3 h. ago LATAM Nearshoring Pioneer AssureSoft Expands Operations with New Development Center in Santa Cruz

This investment reinforces AssureSoft‘s vision of on-site collaboration to uphold a strong company culture and ensure high-quality software solutions that meet the highest security standards for its clients. Over the past five years, AssureSoft has maintained an annual growth rate of 35%. SANTA CRUZ DE LA SIERRA, Bolivia, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AssureSoft, […]

Sport

3 h. ago Bessent Cites Digital Services Tax as Sticking Point in EU Talks

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the European Union has some “internal matters” to sort out before the bloc can enter into trade negotiations with the US, singling out a tax on digital services levied by some countries.

Economics

4 h. ago Severe storms possible for southern Ontario, including Toronto

With temperatures rising, southern Ontario could see some wicked weather this afternoon as conditions are ripe for strong storms, according to Global News meteorologist Ross Hull.

Other

4 h. ago Andersen Global Enhances European Valuation Capabilities through Collaboration with Value & Risk Valuation Services

SAN FRANCISCO — Andersen Global continues to strengthen its valuation capabilities through a Collaboration Agreement with Value & Risk Valuation Services, a prominent European valuation firm headquartered in Germany with offices in Luxembourg and Austria. Founded in 1996, Value & Risk Valuation Services is a management-owned firm specializing in the valuation of financial assets across […]

Economics

5 h. ago Vodafone Business and Fortinet Expand Global Partnership to Secure Hybrid Work

Vodafone Business expands its converged networking and cybersecurity services powered by the Fortinet Unified SASE solution to new global markets. Vodafone Business has been also designated “Fortinet Global Partner” due to its expertise in designing, deploying, and managing secure connected enterprise solutions globally. LONDON and SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — News Summary […]

Economics

5 h. ago Cannabis Council of Canada Congratulates Mark Carney and Calls for Immediate Action to Strengthen Canada’s Legal Cannabis Industry

OTTAWA, Ontario — The Cannabis Council of Canada today congratulated Mark Carney on his election victory. As the new government takes shape, the Council renewed its call for policymakers to address glaring gaps and shortcomings in the legal cannabis industry. “Canada likes to position itself as a global leader in legal cannabis – but since […]

Transport

8 h. ago Cubic³ Research Finds Automotive OEMs View Connectivity as Crucial for Security as Half of Consumers Worry Their Car Can Be Hacked

Nearly half of drivers already pay monthly subscription for automotive digital services OEMs say predictive maintenance, enhanced safety features and autonomous driving features most likely to drive recurring revenue OEMs view interfaces APIs, digital sims and infotainment systems areas at risk of hacking DUBLIN — Research from Cubic³, a global leader in software-defined vehicle (SDV) […]

Events

9 h. ago Cnooc Profit Drops as Lower Oil Prices Outweigh Increased Output

Cnooc Ltd., China’s biggest offshore driller of crude oil, saw profits fall in the first quarter after a drop in global prices.

Economics

11 h. ago A Third of Global CIOs Warn of Unrealistic Board Expectations as The World Bets Big on AI, According to Expereo

A new survey commissioned by Expereo exposes the true roadblocks to global AI plans – poor infrastructure, resistance from employees, unreasonable demands LONDON — A third of global technology leaders believe their board has unrealistic expectations or demands on how new technologies like AI will impact business performance. This is according to an IDC InfoBrief*, […]

Other

13 h. ago Heineken® Celebrates Football Fandom with a Cheers to Superstitious Fans

A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by clicking on this link. AMSTERDAM, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Whether it’s pulling on a lucky jersey or claiming the same barstool before kick-off, football fans around the world have many of their own matchday superstitions. And according to a new global survey commissioned by […]

Sport

14 h. ago Les collèges militaires au cœur de la reconstruction de la Défense

Le Canada a besoin de leaders des Forces armées enracinés dans leurs valeurs et capables d’agir avec discernement.

Events

17 h. ago China’s CICC Eyes Middle East, Southeast Asia in Global Push

China International Capital Corp., one of the nation’s largest brokerages, is seeking to tap growing demand for cross-border financial services in the Persian Gulf and Southeast Asia as the firm pushes its global expansion.

Other

22 h. ago Rystad Cuts US Shale Oil Growth View on Tariffs, Lower Prices

Oil industry consultant Rystad Energy has slashed its estimate for US onshore crude growth by more than half for this year, amid lower commodity prices and higher costs brought on by President Donald Trump’s global trade war.

Economics

24 h. ago Lactalis Canada’s iÖGO & iÖGO nanö Brand Launch Into Frozen Yogurt Category

Collaboration with Nestlé Canada sees popular yogurt brand expand into frozen yogurt category TORONTO, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Canadian dairy leader Lactalis Canada is pleased to collaborate with Nestlé Canada to launch into the frozen yogurt category through a new licensing agreement. The collaboration features eight SKUs under Lactalis Canada’s iÖGO brand including […]

Other

24 h. ago Vancouver brand Smash + Tess pops up at Surrey's Guildford Town Centre

Jillian Harris will be hosting a meet-and-greet and a collaboration launch at the pop-up at Guildford Town Centre on May 4.

Other

24 h. ago NIQ announces global data collaboration with The Trade Desk to enhance audience targeting

The Trade Desk is the first global technology platform to integrate new-to-market audiences LOS ANGELES — NIQ, a leading consumer intelligence company, today announced a strategic global collaboration with The Trade Desk, a global leader in advertising technology. The collaboration will integrate NIQ’s consumer intelligence and global insights on shopping behaviors into The Trade Desk’s […]

Economics

25 h. ago Global military spending surges as Europe tackles Russian threat

All 32 NATO members increased their military expenditure in 2024, with 18 spending at least two per cent of their GDP

Economics