13 h. ago Bank of Canada governor says potential trade and security deal with U.S. is ‘welcome news’

Restoring open trade between the two countries is critical to jobs and growth in Canada

Politics

13 h. ago Bank of Canada governor warns consumer prices will rise if tariffs not lifted

Potential trade deal with U.S. 'critical' to jobs and growth, says Tiff Macklem

Economics

14 h. ago Diversifying trade key to building ‘resilience’ against U.S. tariffs: Macklem

OTTAWA — Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem is encouraging businesses to explore export markets beyond the United States to make the economy less vulnerable to current and future trade disputes. Macklem, speaking to a business crowd in St. John’s, N.L., on Wednesday, said it was “very welcome news” that Prime Minister Mark Carney and […]

Economics

14 h. ago Macklem Warns of Firmer Inflation, Uncertainty About Impact of Tariffs

Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem reiterated that he sees inflation running hotter than expected, while saying employment appears to be holding up outside of trade-intensive sectors.

Economics

61 h. ago Trump says deal with Canada is achievable but ‘we have different concepts’ on trade

The heads of the world's seven most powerful economies are meeting amid a U.S.-led tariff war and global uncertainty

Economics

5 d. ago Trump urges Iran to make deal in aftermath of Israel’s military attack

In the wake of Israel’s military strike on Iran, the U.S. President says Iran should get a deal done 'before there is nothing left'

Events

7 d. ago Carney and Trump ‘negotiating’ towards possible ‘positive’ deal: U.S. envoy

'All the indications are that we could move toward a very positive agreement,' Ambassador Pete Hoekstra told Global News' Mercedes Stephenson at an event in Ottawa.

Transport

1 week ago Putin ready to help Trump with Iran nuclear deal talks, Kremlin says

Trump said after a phone call with Putin on Wednesday that time was running out for Iran to make a decision on its nuclear program.

Politics

2 w. ago Union for B.C. port supervisors, maritime employers ratify new deal

Maritime employers in B.C. and the union representing port supervisors have ratified a new four-year deal, after a dispute that saw workers locked out of ports last year.

Other

2 w. ago ‘WHERE’S THE DEAL:’ Tories demand answers from Carney about tariffs

As Min. Leblanc met with U.S. officials over trade, the Trump White House increased steel and aluminum tariffs from 25% to 50% Tuesday

Economics

2 w. ago Bank of Canada holds key rate at 2.75% as tariff uncertainty persists

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate steady at 2.75 per cent Wednesday as policymakers keep waiting for more clarity on how tariffs will impact the economy. “Uncertainty remains high,” Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem said in prepared remarks after the release of the rate decision. “At this decision, there […]

Economics

2 w. ago Hudson’s Bay to ask for court approval of Canadian Tire deal

If the deal gets the OK from Ontario’s Superior Court, Canadian Tire will be able to buy the rights to Hudson's Bay's intellectual property.

Other

2 w. ago Ontario inks trade deals with Saskatchewan and Alberta ahead of meeting with Carney

Both deals pledge to advance measures that would see provinces allow the sale of alcohol directly to consumers

Economics

2 w. ago ‘Mission impossible’: Why the Bank of Canada faces ‘risky’ June rate decision

OTTAWA — Few would confuse Hollywood action star Tom Cruise with Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem. But while Cruise rides a plane in tailspin to his latest box office smash, some economists say Macklem finds himself in his own high-stakes circumstances with the central bank’s interest rate decision on Wednesday. Macklem’s mission is to […]

Society

3 w. ago A look at what Canadian Tire will own if Hudson’s Bay deal goes through

From taglines to trademarks, court documents show Canadian Tire could own a lot more than just Hudson's Bay's name and iconic stripes.

Other

3 w. ago Bank of Canada’s Tiff Macklem says U.S. tariffs ‘biggest headwind’: Report

Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem called President Donald Trump’s tariffs the “biggest headwind” for the country, given the close integration of the two economies, according to the New York Times. In an interview with the newspaper, Macklem said the “most important imperative” is for Canada to reach a new trade deal with the U.S., […]

Economics

3 w. ago Hudson’s Bay reaches deal to sell up to 28 leases to B.C. mall owner

Hudson’s Bay says it plans to sell up to 28 of its store leases to a B.C. mall owner who wants to launch “a new modern department store.” Canada’s oldest company says it will seek court permission for Ruby Liu to take over some properties the department store and its sister Saks businesses leased in […]

Economics

3 w. ago G7 finance ministers to talk global trade, AI on final day of summit

Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne and Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem were set to emerge later Thursday to take questions from reporters.

Politics

4 w. ago Iran, U.S. at odds over enriching uranium as talks continue on nuclear deal

The comments by Iran's foreign minister come after multiple rounds of talks between the two nations, including at an expert level over the details of a possible deal.

Science

4 w. ago Metrolinx partnership to offer ‘faster, more frequent’ train service ends 2 decades early

In January 2024, Metrolinx announced it had partnered with ONXpress, made up of Deutsche Bahn and Canadian Aecon Concessions, to plan and run its rail system.

Culture