2 d. ago Parks Canada issues bear warning for popular hiking area in Banff National Park

Parks Canada has issued a bear warning for a popular hiking area in Banff National Park, the latest in a long list of warnings and closures posted for the mountain parks.

Society

5 d. ago Canada’s population growth has stalled. Here’s what it means for the economy

Financial Post looks at the business and housing impact, as well as pension funding, health-care costs and other effects

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5 d. ago Canada’s economy could rebound in 2026 — but there’s a catch: report

Canada is projected to record a GDP growth rate of 1.3 per cent in 2025 and tick higher, to 1.7 per cent, in 2026, Deloitte’s fall 2025 economic outlook said.

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6 d. ago Will CPP and Old Age Security last as Canada’s seniors population grows?

Jason Heath: What the future of CPP and OAS means for your retirement plans

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9 d. ago Economists Lower US Job Growth Through 2026, Fueling Rate Cuts

Economists downgraded their projections for US job growth through the end of next year, helping explain why the Federal Reserve is expected continue to lower interest rates.

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9 d. ago Mexico’s Central Bank Trims Interest Rate to 7.50%, Continuing Easing Cycle

Mexico’s central bank stuck to a slower pace of monetary easing by cutting its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point, as economic growth remains sluggish and trade tensions with the US persist.

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1 week ago Canada's top baby names are out and one has been #1 for nine years in a row

The top baby names picked by Canadian parents for the year have been released, and the latest Statistics Canada figures released on Sept. 24 show two familiar names maintaining their grip on the top spots for 2024.Statistics Canada releases an annual list of the top baby names in the country, compiled each September using data from the Canadian Vital Statistics – Birth Database covering the previous calendar year.For the 2024 list, Canadian parents leaned on some familiar favourites — so much so that both of the top baby names are unchanged from 2023, with one of the two names now having held the top position for nine consecutive years.So, if you're an expecting parent looking for a bit of inspiration, or perhaps want to steer clear of the most popular names, the top 20 male and female baby names in Canada of 2024 are a great place to kick off your search.Popular boy namesNoah remained the most popular name for boys born in 2024, marking the fourth consecutive year t...

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1 week ago Canada Population Growth Rate Near Zero on Immigration Curbs

Once a runaway train, Canada’s immigration-driven population growth has come to a grinding halt.

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1 week ago Dementia could become top killer in Canada as population ages

But continued research into brain health and lifestyle changes are making a difference managing the disease

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2 w. ago Varcoe: Benevity names new CEO, as city tech sector's growth rate leads North America

A CBRE report shows Calgary increased tech sector jobs by 61 per cent between 2021 and last year

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2 w. ago Canada remains one of the top choices for international students

Canada has bounced back as a top destination for international students, surpassing the U.S. despite stricter immigration policies.Experts report that Canada remains one of the most popular destinations for international students, according to ApplyBoard's latest Fall 2025 Recruitment Partner Pulse Survey.To find out about changing trends, ApplyBoard, an Ontario-based educational technology company which helps international students apply for post-secondary studies, surveyed nearly 400 student recruitment professionals worldwide. Respondents shared insights on how policy changes influenced interest levels. They also discussed changes in student enrollment trends and the key factors driving students' decisions."The past two years have been marked by changes to the international education landscape, yet study abroad demand remains high," reads the survey. Interest continues to rise, and over 20 percent of respondents reported working with "signifi...

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2 w. ago Cinq provinces derrière le Québec pour le recours à la disposition de dérogation

Dans le dossier de la loi 21 en Cour suprême, les représentants de 93% de la population du Canada contredisent Ottawa.

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2 w. ago Alberta government hopes curbing immigration will help boost youth employment

The Alberta Government wants employers to reduce their reliance on temporary foreign workers and boost youth employment as they look for more control on international immigration.

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3 w. ago Toronto getting new flights to major European and Asian destinations next summer

If you've already started to map out your summer vacation for 2026, you'll thankfully have two new routes out of Toronto to Europe and Asia to choose from. On Wednesday, Air Canada announced its international network for summer 2026, including the reestablishment of non-stop flights from Toronto to Budapest and Shanghai. Flights to Hungary's capital officially launch on June 5, 2026, and depart Pearson Airport on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 9:55 p.m. Returning flights depart Budapest at 1:15 p.m. and arrive in Toronto at 3:15 p.m. local time on Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Going Global! For Summer 2026, we’re going global with new flights to Catania, Italy from @yulaeroport, Budapest and Shanghai from @TorontoPearson. From @yvrairport, our Bangkok service will now be year-round.Learn more: https://t.co/ouZ8dFIYlY pic.twitter.com/AbxhjkYHCf— Air Canada (@AirCanada) September 10, 2025Known as the most populou...

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3 w. ago Eby tied for 2nd least popular premier in Canada, as poll finds ‘downward trend’

The Angus Reid Institute's latest approval ratings for Canadian premiers gave Eby a 41 per cent approval rating, down five points from June and 12 points from March. 

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4 w. ago The history of the Golden Griddle restaurant chain in Ontario

Decades before Ontario's brunch scene was overrun with trendy lattes and Instagram-worthy plates, there was the Golden Griddle, a no-frills, all-Canadian family restaurant that was synonymous with family gatherings, after-club eats, and well-earned breakfasts after all-nighters and final exams. The chain, which eventually went on to open dozens of locations across the GTA, southwestern, central, and eastern Ontario, had its humble beginnings at a 60-seat restaurant at the corner of Redpath and Eglinton Avenues.The brunch chain was founded by entrepreneur Harold McDonnell on May 2, 1964, and quickly grew to become one of Canada's most popular chains of family restaurants. Its home-style meals were served all day and became a go-to for everything from chocolate chip pancakes to omelettes, Belgian waffles to schnitzels, and burgers to dinner entrees. The chain began franchising in 1977, with many opting to stay open 24 hours a day. While the G...

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4 w. ago Saskatchewan’s working population grows as labour force drops

In a recent report from Statistics Canada, Saskatchewan's working population increased in August compared to July but saw a decrease in the labour force.

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last month Survey reveals NHL dominates as Canada’s most popular sports league

More than three-quarters of Canadians consider themselves sports fans, and the NHL remains the most popular pro sports league. The Strategic Counsel commissioned the survey based on detailed interviews with 3,240 Canadians in all regions in both official languages. Seventy-seven per cent of respondents said that they are sports fans, with 29 per cent describing […]

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