14 h. ago Saskatchewan farmers prepare for the worst as canola seed tariffs take effect

China's canola seed tariffs are now in effect and Saskatchewan farmers are preparing for the worst, while hoping for the best.

Economics

25 h. ago China’s new tariff on Canadian canola takes effect as farmers urge action

The duty, announced Tuesday, has already caused the price of one of Canada's most valuable crops to fall, wiping out millions of dollars in its value.

Economics

41 h. ago 'Very stressful': Southern Alberta farmers say China's tariff on Canadian canola seed creates price uncertainty

Starting Thursday, China says it's placing a 75.8-per-cent levy on canola seed

Economics

60 h. ago Ontario funds free building code course as opposition urges more action on trades

An Ontario college has opened applications to newcomers for a free program intended to address what it describes as a “critical” shortage of building code officials in the province. The provincial government is funding the training in a move that opposition politicians say is sorely needed, but that they say is just one step towards […]

Politics

66 h. ago Canadian canola farmers brace for losses as China announces 75% tariff

Steep duties could shut down trade with biggest market

Economics

7 d. ago Kelowna restaurateurs launch petition urging action on crime, street disorder after latest incident

An online petition has been launched, calling on the province to act following the latest incident at the restaurant -- which could have resulted in their patrons being hurt.

Events