90 m. ago Tech stocks drive S&P/TSX composite lower, U.S. markets flat amid hot macro data

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index finished lower on Thursday, weighed down by losses in the technology sector, while U.S. markets were mostly flat as markets digested U.S. wholesale inflation data. Michael Greenberg, portfolio manager for Franklin Templeton Investment Solutions, said much of the market movements came from the recently released macroeconomic data out of […]

Economics

92 m. ago Older Canadians want fewer legal immigrants to relocate to Canada, poll finds

43 per cent of Canadians believe immigration is having a mostly positive effect in the country, which is up one point since a similar Research Co. poll conducted in June 2024.

Other

96 m. ago LILLEY: Carney silent as China blasts Canada’s canola industry

It's an industry bigger that the biggest in Ontario and yet the Carney Liberals are silent as China attacks our producers.

Transport

98 m. ago 'Great legacy for our downtown': Edmonton eyeing Canada’s first downtown student housing incentive

If approved, the program will direct $15 million in federal funds to build about 500 student housing units downtown

Other

1 hour ago WNBA in Vancouver: Atlanta aims for 7th straight win against Seattle

WNBA play their first regular season game in Canada with a surging Atlanta taking on a sliding Seattle at Rogers Arena

Other

2 h. ago Trump wants Putin summit to ‘set the table’ for future Zelenskyy meeting

Canada and Europe have been pushing to ensure Ukraine is represented in any peace talks and that the country's territorial integrity is respected.

Politics

2 h. ago Metro CEO says 20% of grocer’s suppliers raising prices due to tariffs

Canadian grocery giant Metro says a fifth of its suppliers are starting to raising prices as a direct result of tariffs and counter-tariffs, and customers could start paying more.

Economics

2 h. ago As Alberta continues experiencing hailstorms, insurance bureau calls for measures to prevent damage

Alberta has been experiencing at least one hailstorm every summer for the past two decades, and the damage totals $11 billion — however, more than half of that comes from the past five years

Economics

2 h. ago 'Business as usual' if Air Canada workers strike: London airport

An Air Canada strike won't affect operations at London International Airport because service is provided by Jazz Aviation, the airport says

Society

2 h. ago Conflit à Air Canada: des billets à 420$ maintenant vendus 2475$ chez d'autres compagnies

En moins de 24 heures, le prix pour un vol à partir de Montréal a explosé en raison du conflit de travail d’Air Canada.

Economics

2 h. ago Grève des agents de bord: Air Canada annule ses premiers vols

Air Canada a débuté jeudi matin l’annulation de vols en vue de la grève de ses agents de bord qui doit débuter samedi matin.

Events

2 h. ago CUPE NL Stands in Solidarity with Air Canada Flight Attendants

ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland and Labrador — CUPE Newfoundland and Labrador stands in solidarity with flight attendants employed by Air Canada and demands the government respect their right to strike. “It’s absolutely disgraceful that so much necessary and vital work flight attendants do before and after each and every flight is unpaid,” said CUPE Newfoundland and […]

Other

2 h. ago Yukon fault thought long dormant could trigger 7.5 magnitude earthquake: new research

The fault stretches about 1,000 kilometres from British Columbia to Alaska and was previously thought to be inactive for at least 40 million years

Culture

2 h. ago Ontario’s Doug Ford urges more federal assistance to fight wildfires across Canada

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is urging the federal government to put more national resources toward fighting wildfires, as nearly every province battles them. Premiers raised the issue with Prime Minister Mark Carney last month when he met with them in Huntsville, Ont., he said. “We need resources, national resources across the country, because it happens...

Events

2 h. ago Banff opens to paragliding takeoffs and landings following 17

Parks Canada changes rules on non-motorized flight after long campaign by outdoor enthusiasts

Other

3 h. ago Bank of Canada is open to rate cuts, but lower rates are likely a ways off

Robert McLister: Cuts could be several inflation reports and some crossed fingers away

Other

3 h. ago Air Canada flight attendants disrupt company press conference, leading to its early conclusion

Union members marched in front of the stage where Air Canada executives were seated to answer reporters' questions, holding signs and then standing silently

Economics

3 h. ago Opinion: Alberta's measles vaccination efforts are making a difference

Measles remains one of the most contagious illnesses in the world, spreading through the air when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. In recent months, measles has been spreading in Alberta, across Canada and around the world. While measles can be serious for anyone, it’s especially dangerous during pregnancy. Infection increases the risk of […]

Science

4 h. ago Canadians are holding more cash in their wallets, Bank of Canada finds

OTTAWA — A new survey from the Bank of Canada shows Canadians are keeping more cash in their wallets in an increasingly digital world. The central bank says its 2024 survey on payment methods show Canadians kept an average of $156 in cash on hand, $16 more than in 2023. The survey done in partnership […]

Other

4 h. ago Why is Air Canada cancelling flights before a strike actually happens?

Air Canada said it will begin cancelling flights as early as Thursday because 'sudden or unmanaged work stoppages produce a significantly worse disruption.'

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