8 h. ago Thousands of wireless earbuds sold in Canada affected by urgent recall

Shoppers in Canada who own wireless earbuds may want to check if theirs is part of a massive recall.On Thursday, Health Canada issued an urgent recall for True Wireless Earbuds due to burn and fire hazards."The USB charging cords were manufactured with the wrong wiring material, and they may overheat when plugged in for charging, posing a burn and fire hazard,"  reads the notice.The agency says that as of Nov. 27, 2025, the company received three reports of incidents in Canada and no reports of injuries.True Wireless Earbuds reported that 16,278 units of the affected products were sold in Canada. The recall only applies to products purchased between July 17, 2025 and Oct. 14, 2025.The UPC for affected products, which were imported and sold at Giant Tiger stores across Canada, is 774223568363, and the SKU is 1545426, which can be found on the packaging."Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to a Giant Tiger store for a ref...

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54 h. ago Productivity and hourly wages see small bump amid economic worries

Canada's business productivity improved in the third quarter as hourly wages grew, according to the latest data, which also showed a drop in hours worked amid the trade war.

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56 h. ago Canada Productivity Rebounds in Third Quarter Despite Weak Trend

Canadian firms’ output per hour worked rose in the third quarter, mostly reversing the initial hit to productivity from the trade conflict with the US.

Culture

3 d. ago Why Canada’s productivity might not be as terrible as you think

GDP revisions show economy growing faster than first reported over past three years

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6 d. ago Wind turbines and hockey sticks could one day be made with Alberta oilsands

A carbon fibre production facility — the first of its kind in Canada — is now open in Edmonton, and it uses bitumen from the Alberta oilsands. 

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8 d. ago Un nouveau pipeline qui signe la fin de la lutte contre la crise climatique?

L’industrie la plus polluante au Canada pourra augmenter sa production et ses émissions de gaz à effet de serre.

Society

1 week ago Drinkable yogurt brand recalled in Canada and here's how to get your money back

Health authorities in Canada have issued a nationwide recall of a popular yogurt drink due to a potential safety concern.If you buy yogurt products, make sure to check your fridge, as on Nov. 22, Yoplait Canada announced the recall of the Yop Drinkable Yogurt due to extraneous material.According to a statement issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the affected products "are being recalled from the marketplace due to possible presence of pieces of plastic."In a statement issued on its website, Yoplait Canada said that the recall is a precaution due to a possible packaging defect that may result in plastic pieces in the drink. The company said no other products sold in Canada are affected by the recall.So far, there have been no reported injuries associated with consuming the recalled product. However, Canadians are being urged to check if they have any of the affected products. If so, don't consume, serve, sell, or distribute it."Should you hav...

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1 week ago Some Yoplait YOP drinkable yogurt recalled in Canada due to plastic pieces

A nationwide recall has been issued for some YOP drinkable yogurt products after Yoplait Canada cautioned of the presence of plastic pieces.

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2 w. ago Health Canada issues 'injury hazard' warning about laser pointer sold on Amazon

A Canada-wide recall has been issued for thousands of laser pointers sold online over concerns that they could cause serious injury.On Wednesday, Nov. 19, Health Canada issued a recall for the Gniby Rechargeable Green Powerful Tactical Flashlight with Adjustable Focus, Green Laser Pointer due to an "injury hazard."After testing, Health Canada announced that it had determined that the product is classified as a Class 3B handheld portable laser, which could pose a danger to human health or safety."Use of Class 3B handheld portable lasers presents an increased risk to consumers of permanent eye injury. Injuries result from the laser beam being directed in the eyes, even from short unintentional exposure," reads the statement.The affected product is a lithium-ion battery-powered handheld laser with a black housing sold on Amazon.ca under ASIN #B0CJ8RSS56.As of Nov. 19, no injuries or incidents related to the product have been reported; however, Canadians ar...

Science

2 w. ago Affordability crisis can be fixed through productivity, says Bank of Canada

Nicolas Vincent, the Bank of Canada's external deputy governor, says boosting Canada's productivity is the best way to address the affordability crisis.

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2 w. ago New trade deal to chop red tape, knock down trade barriers across Canada

VICTORIA — A trade agreement has been signed between all provinces, territories and the federal government to will bring down trade barriers, allowing businesses to sell their products across Canada. Ravi Kahlon, British Columbia’s minister of jobs and economic growth, announced the agreement in Victoria, although it was signed by the country’s trade ministers at […]

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2 w. ago Bank of Canada deputy governor says country’s affordability crisis is linked to productivity

Improve productivity and you boost the economy and Canadians' incomes

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2 w. ago Bank of Canada Warns on ‘Vicious Circle’ of Weak Productivity

The Bank of Canada said the country’s anemic productivity growth is a “systemic” problem, doubling down on its message to governments and businesses to urgently address the issue.

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2 w. ago 'So unfair': Small businesses facing interprovincial trade barriers when it comes to alcohol: report

It's a problem felt across small businesses in Canada — attempting to export alcohol products into other provinces

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2 w. ago 'So unfair': Small businesses facing interprovincial trade barriers when it comes to alcohol, says report

It's a problem felt across small businesses in Canada — attempting to export alcohol products into other provinces

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2 w. ago Toronto convenience store caught selling sketchy counterfeit Viagra pills

Health Canada is warning the public after a Toronto convenience store was caught selling counterfeit Viagra.Granted, you probably should have been suspicious from the get-go about Viagra being sold in a convenience store.Health Canada announced on Tuesday that it had seized counterfeit Viagra pills from Rocky Convenience at 2466 St. Clair Ave. W. in Toronto.The product in question, sold as 100 mg sildenafil tablets, has been confirmed as counterfeit by Viagra manufacturer, Pfizer. The tablets are packaged without a lot number and an expiry date of March 2030, with the incorrect format printed on their foil blister packs.Health Canada warns anyone who purchased the tablets to "Immediately stop using and safely dispose of the product," and to "Consult a health care professional if you have taken this product and have health concerns."The government health agency cautions stores that "Selling counterfeit health products in Canada is illegal," and warns pot...

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2 w. ago Industry, labour and Indigenous initiative urges government to implement a nation

New Economy Canada says clean power is the key to investment, productivity and growth across manufacturing, security, AI and resource sectors Ottawa, ON, Nov. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Following the passing of Budget 2025, an initiative of industry, business, labour and Indigenous partners spanning mining, construction, steel, clean energy and technology is urging the […]

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2 w. ago Canada’s 2025 budget lays the track for Calgary–Banff Rail and downtown renewal

The 2025 federal budget, branded as the Canada Strong Budget, renews Canada’s commitment to infrastructure that boosts productivity, strengthens regional economies and reduces emissions. Few projects align more closely with these priorities than the proposed Calgary Airport–Banff Rail, a transformative public-private partnership linking Calgary International Airport, downtown and Banff National Park through low-emission passenger rail. […]

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3 w. ago Boardroom boot camp: Done right, discipline and termination are not dangerous. They’re a necessity

If Canada’s employers rediscovered the courage to manage decisively, productivity would rise overnight

Events

3 w. ago Enormous $7 billion 'gigafactory' to open in Ontario in 2027

A gargantuan Volkswagen "gigafactory" recently kicked off construction in Ontario, throwing a potential lifeline to a regional auto industry pushed to the brink by U.S. trade tariffs.Workers mobilized on the sprawling 350-acre site of the future $7 billion Volkswagen PowerCo facility in St. Thomas, Ont., in late October, launching construction work for the colossal new electric vehicle battery plant with an official ground breaking celebration.The Oct. 28 ground breaking — which included the first concrete pours for the new facility — marked the first major step in the plant's journey towards a projected 2027 completion.Frank Blome, CEO of PowerCo SE, called October's ground breaking "a big milestone," and stated the project is "positioning Canada at the forefront of innovative EV battery production."The plant was first announced back in March 2023, and is being billed as Canada's largest electric vehicle battery plant, as well a...

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