3 h. ago Oil Pushes Higher as Trump Signals No Intention to Ax Powell

Oil extended gains as President Donald Trump said he had no intention of firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, while an industry report pointed to a large decline in US crude stockpiles.

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5 h. ago Bell: Canada is headed on the Highway to Hell, government probe warns

'Why this isn't blazing the front pages of every news outlet in the country right now is beyond me,' says Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, of a government report painting a plausible nasty future for Canada

Politics

6 h. ago Michael Higgins: We are heading for a nightmare — even the government thinks so

Report warns that 'downward mobility' is a 'plausible' future for Canada

Politics

6 h. ago Calgary breakers balance athleticism, art ahead of national championships

Two Calgary breakers are headed to the national championships in Montreal later this month with dreams of qualifying for the world championships on their minds.

Society

7 h. ago Volunteers collect garbage at 44th Annual Meewasin Valley Clean Up

Approximately 3,000 volunteers gather to clean up the Meewasin Valley each year. On average, they collect more than 11,000 kilograms of garbage each year.

Other

7 h. ago Pulse Seismic Inc. Reports Strong Q1 2025 Financial Results and Increases Regular Quarterly Dividend

CALGARY, Alberta, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pulse Seismic Inc. (TSX:PSD) (OTCQX:PLSDF) (“Pulse” or the “Company”) is pleased to report its financial and operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2025. The unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements, accompanying notes and MD&A are being filed on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca) and will be available […]

Culture

7 h. ago Downtown Calgary revitalization report optimistic as safety concerns persist

Despite the city's claim that progress is being made in revitalizing Calgary's downtown core, one business owner tells Global News that she hasn't seen much improvement.

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7 h. ago WARMINGTON: Poilievre addresses dystopia predicted for Canada in government report

The Conservative Leader said Canada must make a change if it wants to avoid a dark future of a hellscape where people will have nothing

Politics

7 h. ago 'Moving the needle on safety': City marks progress on downtown revitalization with State of Downtown report

'Today isn't just about celebrating the impressive progress we've made as a community. It's about recognizing that downtown revitalization is a marathon, not a sprint,' said Thom Mahler, director of Calgary’s downtown strategy

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11 h. ago HGreg relaunches its “Buy a car, plant a tree” for the 9th year in a row

MONTREAL — HGreg is relaunching its “Buy a car, plant a Tree” campaign for the ninth year running, in partnership with Tree Canada. For one month, the company will plant a tree for every car sold throughout the HGreg network. Last year, 2,072 trees were planted as part of this initiative, bringing the total number […]

Transport

11 h. ago Restaurant review: Jay Nok brings modern Thai cuisine to Olympic Village

Son of Sala Thai restaurant owners opened a modern Thai restaurant in Vancouver last month

Other

12 h. ago LUCK OF THE DRAW: Trio of Ontario lottery players hit the jackpot

Mississauga retiree Carlos Nicolas has varied plans for the $1 million he scored playing Lotto Max last month. The father of three matched all seven Encore numbers in exact order in the March 21 draw and says he was shocked to find out he won. “I went to the store and scanned my Lotto Max ticket […]

Other

14 h. ago S&P/TSX composite up more than 300 points, U.S. stock markets also post gains

Canada’s main stock index was up more than 300 points in late-morning trading, helped by gains in the energy and base metal sectors, while U.S. stock markets also climbed higher. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 323.93 points at 24,332.79. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 827.58 points at 38,997.99. The […]

Economics

14 h. ago Student loans in default will be sent for collection. Here’s what to know for borrowers

NEW YORK (AP) — Starting next month, the Education Department says student loans that are in default will be referred for collections. Roughly 5.3 million borrowers are in default on their federal student loans and soon could be subject to having their wages garnished. Referrals for collection had been put on hold since March 2020 […]

Economics

14 h. ago Loblaws says groceries are about to get more expensive in Canada again

Shoppers can expect to see grocery prices continue to rise in Canada amid U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs, according to a new report by Loblaw Companies Limited.The retailer, which owns major grocery chains like Loblaws, No Frills and Real Canadian Superstore, released its April food inflation report on Monday, following Statistics Canada's latest Consumer Price Index release last week.StatsCan reported that the country's inflation rate rose to 2.3 per cent in March, with food inflation spiking to 3.2 per cent.Loblaw says the 25 per cent tariffs slapped on Canada continue to challenge key sectors and lower consumer confidence.When the trade war between Canada and the U.S. began in March, the grocery giant told us that shoppers would not see an immediate impact on food prices."We expect a wide range of timing depending on the type of product, the current level of inventory, and the ability to find alternatives," said a Lo...

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14 h. ago Federal report offers dystopian outlook on what Canada will become by 2040

In a future Canada imagined by the federal government's policy researchers, the dream of building a better life through hard work and education is all but dead.A new foresight report warns that by 2040, upward social mobility could become a relic of the past, with wealth and opportunity increasingly inherited rather than earned.The scenario outlines a country where rising inequality, inaccessible housing, and a broken promise of meritocracy leave younger generations disillusioned, disconnected, and doubtful that effort alone can improve their lives.According to the report released in early 2025 by Policy Horizons Canada — the Government of Canada's in-house think tank that has a mandate to "empower" the federal government with "a future-oriented mindset and outlook to strengthen decision making" — six shifts are driving this decline, based on the trajectory the country is currently following."Society increasingly resembles an aristocracy&...

Culture

15 h. ago Tesla, hammered by protests and plummeting sales, to report 1st quarter performance

Tesla reports first-quarter financial results after the bell Tuesday with the electric vehicle maker coping with sluggish sales and fallout from its CEO’s prominent role in the Trump administration. Wall Street expects Tesla to report a profit of 41 cents per share, down slightly from the year-ago quarter. Sales are estimated at $21.3 billion, on […]

Culture

15 h. ago Brian Franz Appointed Chief Technology, Data & Analytics Officer of The Estée Lauder Companies

NEW YORK — The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) today announced the appointment of Brian Franz as Chief Technology, Data & Analytics Officer, effective April 21, 2025. Mr. Franz will report to President and Chief Executive Officer Stéphane de La Faverie and will join the company’s Executive Team. “As we drive our bold Beauty […]

Economics

15 h. ago CLEAResult 2024 Sustainability Report Showcases Standout Year of Impact

The report highlights 908 billion kilowatt hours saved since 2003 and net zero achieved on Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions AUSTIN, Texas — Today CLEAResult, North America’s largest energy efficiency, energy transition and energy sustainability services provider, released its 2024 Sustainability Report, detailing the significant impact of the company’s demand side management programs […]

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16 h. ago Assent Releases 2024 Sustainability Report Breaking New Ground in Climate, Equity, and Governance

Company leads with AI-driven sustainability intelligence and delivers pay equity WASHINGTON — Assent Inc., the leader in supply chain sustainability management, today released its 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report, showcasing a year of meaningful progress backed by AI-powered sustainability insights. Assent enhanced climate action, inclusive leadership, and ethical governance while uniting responsible environmental practices and robust […]

Politics