4 h. ago Vancouver launches retail crime task force as violent shoplifting grows

The move comes as the Vancouver Police Department reports a nearly 12 per cent hike in shoplifting incidents in 2024, and sustained pressure from businesses.

Events

4 h. ago Alberta oil well report updated after concerns over taxpayer backstop recommendation

Energy Minister Brian Jean's office didn't directly answer questions about why the wording was changed

Economics

5 h. ago Former MLA Karin Kirkpatrick launches new CentreBC party in 'overhaul' for B.C. voters

Kirkpatrick wants to provide voters a centrist alternative to what she says is the left-wing NDP government and the right-wing Conservative opposition

Culture

7 h. ago Zefiro Founder and CEO Appears on Orphan and Marginal Wells Panel in Fort Worth, Texas Led by JPMorganChase Head of Operational Decarbonization

The annual event, which is hosted by the Neeley School of Business and was sponsored by JPMorgan and Double Eagle Energy Holdings, provides a forum for leaders across the energy industry to address pressing production and sustainability-related issues FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ZEFIRO METHANE CORP. (Cboe Canada: ZEFI) (Frankfurt: Y6B) […]

Transport

7 h. ago Jura Announces Favorable Award on Costs under the Settlement Agreement Arbitration

CALGARY, Alberta, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Jura Energy Corporation (“Jura” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce that it has received a favorable ruling on costs in its International Chamber of Commerce (“ICC”) arbitration proceedings involving Jura’s operating subsidiaries, Spud Energy Pty Limited (“Spud”) and Frontier Holdings Limited (“FHL”) (together the “Claimants”), claiming […]

Economics

8 h. ago Trivest Announces Launch of Sentinel Dock & Door Solutions and Expansion Through Strategic Acquisitions

MIAMI — Trivest Partners (“Trivest” or the “Firm”) is pleased to announce the formation of Sentinel Dock & Door Solutions (“Sentinel” or “Company”), a premier network of commercial dock and door service providers across Canada. Sentinel brings together three leading regional service providers under a unified platform poised for continued growth. In conjunction with the […]

Other

9 h. ago Laurentide Controls Establishes Presence in Bécancour to Bolster Support for Local Industries in Energy Transition

BÉCANCOUR, Quebec, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Laurentide Controls, a leading provider of automation and reliability solutions, is proud to announce the construction of a new center in Bécancour, marking the eight office and sixth maintenance and repair center for the company in Eastern Canada. This new facility, scheduled to open by Fall 2025 […]

Other

10 h. ago U.S. energy department invites AI data center development at Los Alamos and other federal lands

The U.S. Department of Energy said it has identified 16 federal sites, including storied nuclear research laboratories such as Los Alamos, where tech companies could build data centers in a push to accelerate commercial development of artificial intelligence technology. The sites are “uniquely positioned for rapid data center construction, including in-place energy infrastructure with the […]

Sport

10 h. ago Global markets plunge as Trump launches ‘worst case scenario’ with tariffs

Stock markets fell sharply worldwide, especially in the US, after President Donald Trump enacted aggressive tariff measures as part of his broader trade war.

Economics

11 h. ago Canada’s oilpatch executives replace tariff anxiety with fear of slowdown in energy demand

Crude prices plunge Thursday amid mounting concern about a broader slowdown in consumption

Economics

12 h. ago Varcoe: Alberta business leaders relieved but remain wary after no additional tariff hit from U.S.

Alberta energy and business leaders expressed relief after U.S. President Donald Trump unleashed his series of “reciprocal” tariffs against other countries Wednesday, as Canada escaped any new hits from our largest trading partner. “That’s a double-win for us because it means not only do we not get tariffed, but we get an answer on tariffs,” […]

Economics

12 h. ago Varcoe: Alberta business leaders relieved no additional U.S. tariffs, but remain wary amid global markets turmoil

'People will be wise to remain a bit tentative until the issue is fully laid to rest,' says Mike Belenkie, CEO of Advantage Energy

Economics

14 h. ago US Energy Chief Plans to Use Federal Land to Build Data Centers

The Trump administration unveiled plans Thursday to use Energy Department land and resources to build data centers for artificial intelligence.

Other

14 h. ago Taiwan Tourism 3.0 Streetcar Makes a Grand Debut in Toronto!

TORONTO, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — To promote its new tourism branding initiative “TAIWAN – Waves of Wonder”, the Taiwan Tourism Administration has launched a series of marketing campaigns across North America and is now reaching Toronto for the very first time! From today until May 18, a Taiwan-themed decorated streetcar will run along […]

Transport

15 h. ago Statistics Canada reports $1.5B trade deficit for February as exports fell

OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says the country’s merchandise trade balance fell to a deficit of $1.5 billion in February as exports fell. The federal agency says the result compared with a surplus of $3.1 billion in January. Total exports dropped 5.5 per cent to $70.1 billion in February as exports of energy products fell 6.3 […]

Economics

16 h. ago Float Launches ‘Float FX’ to Help Canadian Businesses Cut Currency Conversion Costs Amid Trade Tensions

New foreign exchange solution offers market-leading CAD USD conversion rates, easing financial strain from currency volatility and rising cross-border costs. TORONTO — Float, Canada’s complete business finance platform, today announced the launch of Float FX, a new solution that enables Canadian businesses to easily and instantly convert funds at rates that are 90% lower […]

Economics

16 h. ago Amenida Seniors Community Launches National Expansion with New Pickering Location

New senior living residence part of Primacorp Ventures’ ambitious vision: 40 Amenida locations across Canada by 2030 Pickering, Ontario, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Amenida Seniors Community is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Pickering, Ontario. This marks a major milestone in its bold plan to open 40 residences […]

Society

17 h. ago Opinion: Alberta government has three billion reasons to reinvest in tobacco reduction

Since its launch in 2002, the Alberta government’s highly successful commercial tobacco reduction strategy has become the province’s most effective public health and addiction program. Smoking rates among adults and youth are now the lowest on record and have exceeded all targets. Tobacco industry advertising, sponsorship and displays are virtually a thing of the past. […]

Politics

17 h. ago Alberta First Nation taking province to court over alleged oilsands cleanup failures

The Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation said its trust in the Alberta Energy Regulator and oilsands companies was destroyed after wastewater leaks in 2022 and 2023 it says were covered up

Other

18 h. ago Innovative Carbon Footprint Calculator helps Bunzl Canada customers reduce emissions

New carbon emissions calculator supports customer’s sustainability objectives BURLINGTON, Ontario, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bunzl Canada is thrilled to announce the launch of its Carbon Footprint Calculator, an innovative tool designed to help businesses measure and reduce the carbon intensity of their delivery program. The Carbon Footprint Calculator quantifies emissions from deliveries Bunzl […]

Society