52 m. ago This TSX stock was up 17% this week and it could gain another 36%, analysts say

The Week in Stocks: Which Canadian Big Banks had their price targets increased, why tax loss selling will be trickier this year and some top picks for 2026 from RBC Capital Markets

Economics

39 h. ago Family of four can expect to pay nearly $1,000 more for food in 2026: report

Food prices could rise by as much as six per cent next year, with meat seeing the largest increases, according to Canada's Food Price Report

Economics

5 d. ago The Polish ‘magicians of glass’ who create Christmas baubles for clients worldwide

CZĘSTOCHOWA, Poland (AP) — If you could design a bauble for your own Christmas tree, what would it be — a teddy bear dressed as a ballerina, a hummingbird, or a crimson phoenix? The workers at GlitterLab, a company producing Christmas decorations in southern Poland, vow to turn those fantasies into reality. Calling themselves “the […]

Culture

7 d. ago Silver hits fresh record after topping peak from October squeeze

'A further price increase cannot be ruled out if registered silver inventories in China continue to decline'

Sport

7 d. ago Christmas Tree sellers seeing high demand this year despite some price increases

With less than a month to go before the big day, Christmas tree sellers are preparing for some of the busiest days of the year. An early snowfall in some regions, including a fresh dump Thursday night in parts of Ontario, seems to have stoked customer demand even as some trees are more expensive than […]

Economics

7 d. ago Louvre museum to increase ticket price for visitors outside European Union

In 2024, the Louvre welcomed 8.7 millions visitors who are affected by the price hikes.

Economics

9 d. ago Over $40,000 in prizes up for grabs in our 15th annual 12 Days of Giveaways

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and your favourite holiday gift-stravaganza is returning for its 15th anniversary. And this time it's bigger than ever.With more than $40,000 in amazing prizes, we're thrilled to bring you our epic 12 Days of Giveaways, where for 12 days in December, we bring you new opportunities to win incredible gifts.From luxury hotel stays to gift cards for your favourite stores and experiences at the hottest restaurants in your city, every day is a new opportunity.The 12 Days of Giveaways began all the way back in 2010, when we gave away $3,000 to our small but growing fan base.Flash forward 15 years, and we have over ten times that amount to give back to our readers.We know that it's been a wild 2025 for our audience, with the rising price of groceries, increasing housing costs, and inflation, so we wanted to bring some holiday cheer into the Christmas season.How it worksStarting on Monday, Dec. 1, we'll be launching a nu...

Economics

1 week ago Real Christmas trees still selling out say tree lot workers in Calgary and Edmonton

Despite the popularity of fake Christmas trees, many tree lots are selling out by mid-December

Society

1 week ago Oil Traders Eye Glut Yet Remain Haunted by Past Price Spikes

Bearish oil traders scarred by past geopolitical price spikes are increasingly favoring safer ways to position for a looming glut.

Economics

2 w. ago Millions of Floridians’ utility bills will soon go up. Here’s what to know

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Millions of electricity customers in President Donald Trump’s adopted home state of Florida will see their bills rise, after a regulatory board approved what environmental advocates say is one of the largest utility rate increases in the state’s history. The price hike will affect an estimated 12 million Floridians — roughly […]

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2 w. ago In Canada’s ski towns, ‘Buy Canadian’ appears to be boosting real estate

The price of a single-family detached home in winter recreational markets increased 3.8 per cent to $982,000, a new Royal LePage report said Thursday.

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2 w. ago Everything happening at CF Toronto Eaton Centre this holiday season

November in Toronto marks the beginning of the holiday season, when the city comes alive with festive vibes and magic.To help make the city shine extra bright, CF Toronto Eaton Centre is launching a whole spectrum of holiday programming. From the beloved Christmas tree light and snow shows to live musical performances and all of your shopping needs, this is where you'll want to be this season.Grab your Santa hat and check out what holiday programming is happening at the CF Toronto Eaton Centre.Indoor holiday tree light and snow showsEveryone knows that Toronto's holiday season doesn't officially start until the CF Toronto Eaton Centre Christmas tree is glowing bright. Check out the annual tradition where the awe-inspiring 114-f00t-tall tree has already made its debut.Four festive animated light shows will rotate daily on the tree with accompanying music to get you in a holly jolly mood. Presented by PayPal Pay in 4, the light and s...

Society

2 w. ago Trump rolls back tariffs on food on hundreds of food items, including beef and coffee

The move is a tacit acknowledgment that the president’s tariff policies have brought price increases to U.S. consumers

Economics

3 w. ago Toronto's Distillery Winter Village warns of scam as Christmas market opens

Toronto's world-famous Distillery District Winter Village officially kicked off its Christmas countdown on Thursday, bringing lots of festive lights, local food vendors, and the highly anticipated lighting ceremony for its massive Christmas tree to the cobblestone streets of the former Gooderham & Worts distillery.While you may be eager to secure your tickets to the festive end-of-year tradition, there's an online scam that Christmas marketgoers need to be aware of this year.Social media users have flagged a website, "tochristmasmarket.com," which appears to be selling fake tickets to the Winter Village.A Reddit post highlighting the website received more than 305 upvotes and 50 comments before being deleted, with many users urging others to report the site as a phishing attempt to Google.Many flagged that tickets for the Distillery Winter Village are only sold through the official website, with general admission tickets running for $18.65 and express...

Culture

3 w. ago Toronto Christmas Market in the Distillery District is now open and here's what it's like

The annual Toronto Christmas market is back at the Distillery District for 2025, marking the official kick-off to the winter holiday season.Thursday marked the Distillery Winter Village opening night, giving early attendees a first glimpse at this year's selection of local vendors, festive lights and, of course, the much-anticipated lighting ceremony for the massive Christmas tree.Check out what this year's Distillery Winter Village looks like in this photo gallery

Culture

3 w. ago Canada’s Most Iconic Christmas Tree Lights Up The 2025 Distillery Winter Village

Toronto’s World-Famous Christmas Market, Presented by L’Oréal Paris, Now Open for the Holiday Season Toronto, ON, Canada, Nov. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On November 13 at Toronto’s Distillery Historic District, thousands of onlookers filled the cobblestone streets to help Santa light the 2025 Christmas Tree, marking the official start of The Distillery Winter Village, […]

Culture

3 w. ago Discount stores still the (no) name of the game for Loblaw in Q3

Loblaw Cos. Ltd. saw its third-quarter profit rise as shoppers continued to favour its discount banners over full-service stores. Chief executive Per Bank said customers know how to navigate price increases and find value where they can. For example, many customers switched to buying chicken as shortages and drought drove red meat prices higher, he […]

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3 w. ago Tariff tensions don’t stop annual Christmas tree gift from Nova Scotia to Boston

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu was on hand to officially receive the tree, and even took a turn holding the chainsaw to cut it down.

Economics

3 w. ago Boston mayor to receive Halifax Christmas tree in person as symbol of ‘friendship’

Halifax's mayor said his discussions with Boston's mayor have included issues around 'trade difficulties' and 'political complications' the two cities are facing. 

Culture

3 w. ago This Ontario destination feels like you've walked into a movie scene during the holidays

If a winter road trip is on your docket this year, then the picturesque Ontario city of Stratford is a good candidate to pay a visit before the festive season officially comes to an end.Stratford, known for its arts and culture, transforms into a scene straight out of the movies around this time of year. The city's twinkling lights and seasonal decor, paired with quaint shops and restaurants in historic storefronts, make for a scenic downtown core that, in many places, looks like the set of a Hallmark holiday movie.Add in a giant Christmas tree right in the middle of the seasonal hustle and bustle, and Stratford is a charming option for visitors looking for a nearby escape offering some seasonal charm in the winter months. Visitors can shop for artisanal and handcrafted goods from local vendors while sipping festive drinks from local cafes, and explore a variety of events and activities animating the surrounding area all season long.Among the many activa...

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