2 h. ago Mideast stock markets tumble as US tariffs and low oil prices squeeze energy

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Middle East stock markets tumbled Monday as they struggled with the dual hit of the United States’ new tariff policy and a sharp decline in oil prices, squeezing energy-producing nations that rely on those sales to power their economies and government spending. Benchmark Brent crude is down by nearly […]

Economics

3 h. ago World’s largest deforestation project fells forests for bioethanol fuel, sugar and rice in Indonesia

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia plans to clear forests about the size of Belgium to produce sugarcane-derived bioethanol, rice and other food crops, potentially displacing Indigenous groups who rely on the land to survive. Local communities say they’re already experiencing harm from the government-backed project, which environmental watchdogs say is the largest current planned deforestation […]

Other

11 h. ago Canada’s energy industry faces ‘maelstrom’ of uncertain global economy

After a week of economic turmoil, Canada's energy industry – and the governments that rely on it for revenue – will be watching the markets closely in the coming days.

Other

14 h. ago ‘Rally for Canada’ at Manitoba Legislature to send message to President Donald Trump

The government of Manitoba is hosting a 'Rally for Canada' on Sunday to send a message to U.S. President Donald Trump over his desire to make Canada the 51st state.

Other

25 h. ago Bradley: Federal government contractors want to serve their country too

Like full-time public servants, we work hard and deserve respect.

Politics

33 h. ago Australian Leader Unveils $1.4 Billion Plan to Reduce Power Bills

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledged to slash household energy bills with a A$2.3 billion ($1.4 billion) plan to lower the price of home batteries, as his center-left government focuses on cost-of-living pressures ahead of the May 3 election.

Politics

37 h. ago Lorne Gunter: CBC pledge shows Carney government would compound Trudeau Liberals economic damage

If you want an indication of how little things would change with a Carney government (versus a Trudeau one), just look at a promise new Liberal leader Mark Carney made about CBC funding during a French-language interview in Montreal on Friday. You may be sitting at home thinking you should vote Liberal on April 28 […]

Politics

37 h. ago Canada Warns Residents Their Phones May Be Searched at US Border

The Canadian government issued a new warning for travelers entering the US, saying they should “expect scrutiny” at the border and that their phones and other electronic devices may be searched.

Technology

38 h. ago Canada updates U.S. travel advice, reminding Canadians that electronic devices can be searched

The government says expect heightened scrutiny at the border and that if you are denied entry you could be detained.

Other

38 h. ago Canadians warned their electronic devices can be searched as new travel advisory issued

The government says expect heightened scrutiny at the border and that if you are denied entry you could be detained.

Other

40 h. ago Less red tape, more trades workers and doctors for all on campaign day 14

Pierre Poilievre is promising a “two-for-one” law that would also compel the government to cut two regulations for every one put in place

Society

42 h. ago Canadians could face detention if denied U.S. entry, Ottawa warns

The federal government is urging Canadians travelling to the U.S. to be "forthcoming" with border agents, and warns if denied entry some people could be detained.

Other

42 h. ago Trump administration argues judge can’t order return of man mistakenly deported to El Salvador

WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge didn’t have the authority to order the Trump administration to broker the return of a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported from the U.S. to a notorious El Salvador prison, government attorneys argued Saturday as they urged an appeals court to suspend the ruling. U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis […]

Politics

43 h. ago Conservatives vow Canada businesses to see 25% less red tape

(Bloomberg) — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre promised to wake up the Canadian economy from the “red-tape-induced slumber” in his latest pitch to businesses ahead of the April 28 election. Poilievre — whose party is trailing Mark Carney’s Liberals in most polls — said Saturday that his government will cut 25% of all red tape within […]

Economics

43 h. ago Campaigning across the country, federal leaders pledge family doctors, red tape cuts

OTTAWA — Federal party leaders are starting the second full weekend of the federal election campaign at opposite ends of the country. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is in B.C., where he is set to make an announcement on cutting bureaucratic red tape, while NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is in Atlantic Canada, where he promised to […]

Politics

45 h. ago First Nations are ready to stand with Canada against Trump’s tariff threat

These are unprecedented times, calling for strong, united and determined action by all Canadians, Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike. While Indigenous people have had more than their share of problems with the government and people of Canada, we have always been willing to stand with the country through trials. The recent tariffs announced by the United […]

Economics

45 h. ago Opinion: American asks Canadians to take Trump threats seriously

I am saddened by the need to write my Canadian neighbours about the concerning changes we are seeing in the U.S. right now. As you are all well aware, President Donald Trump’s government has thrown our country, hemisphere and world into turmoil, fixating on bullying Canada (among others). Do not be lulled into believing this […]

Other

48 h. ago Charting the Global Economy: US Tariffs Wallop Markets, Outlook

President Donald’s Trump’s mid-week move to impose broad US tariffs — punishing for many countries — kicked off massive shock waves that reverberated through corporate boardrooms, financial markets and world governments.

Economics

56 h. ago B.C. government takes heat as credit ratings downgraded again over deficit and debt

In downgrading the province, two credit rating agencies pointed to B.C.'s ballooning debt and multi-billion dollar deficits forecast annually into the near future. 

Economics

57 h. ago Vancouver cuts school meal program funding, raising concerns about student hunger

The federal government recently pledged $39.4 million over three years to expand school food programs across more than 1,000 B.C. schools.

Society