6 h. ago BAD MEDICINE: Trump’s tariffs wipe out $7 trillion as he watches golf

WATCH as Postmedia political columnist Lorne Gunter says Donald Trump’s tariff have now wiped out $7 trillion and has the stock market in a continual free fall with people, small businesses and large corporations losing everything. And while the world’s economy burns, Trump fiddles about watching the LIV Golf tournament at the Trump National Doral G.C. over […]

Economics

6 h. ago B.C. forestry communities face a bleak 2025 as Trump ups tariffs

Premier David Eby used a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney to seek federal action on U.S. tariffs

Economics

7 h. ago Western Forest Products Inc. to Seek Authorization for Share Consolidation at Upcoming Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Western Forest Products Inc. (TSX: WEF) (“Western” or the “Company”) announced today that it has issued a Notice of Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders to be held on May 7, 2025 (the “Annual and Special Meeting”), in which shareholders will be asked to consider a […]

Other

9 h. ago ‘A mistake’ and ‘masochistic’: Major investors, CEOs and economists lash out at Trump tariffs

Major figures in the investing world are questioning the wisdom of the tariffs

Politics

10 h. ago Why the political climate might be right to cut red tape once and for all

Poilievre rule would require cutting regulations for every new one as interest in unleashing economy grows

Politics

10 h. ago ‘Tough days ahead’: How Canada’s leaders reacted to Trump’s market chaos

Liberal Leader Mark Carney said Trump’s trade actions have 'significantly' raised the probability of a recession in the U.S., and of 'significant effects' on Canada's economy.

Politics

12 h. ago Wall Street could be headed for a bear market. Here’s what that means

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street could soon be in the claws of another bear market as the Trump administration’s tariff blitz fuels fears that the added taxes on imported goods from around the world will sink the global economy. The last bear market happened in 2022, but this decline feels more like the sudden, […]

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12 h. ago 'Consumer behaviour has changed': Edmonton Opera’s new season has something for everyone

From greatest hits to classic offerings, local company meeting audiences where they are

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12 h. ago Ontario judge seeking clarity on facts in supervised consumption site legal challenge

TORONTO — The Ontario judge overseeing the legal challenge of the province’s ban on supervised consumption sites that are within 200 metres of schools and daycares says he’s concerned he does not have all the facts to decide the case. Justice John Callaghan says he recalled the lawyers unexpectedly to try to figure out some […]

Other

13 h. ago Canadian drivers can cash in on yet another car manufacturer class

Canadian Ford drivers could get compensated in a proposed class-action lawsuit against the popular car manufacturer.On April 2, law firm Charney Lawyers PC commenced a class-action lawsuit in British Columbia against Ford Motor Company and Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited on behalf of certain Canadians.The lawsuit alleges that certain Ford vehicles equipped with a 10R80 10-speed Transmission have been "linked to significant operational issues."If the lawsuit results in a settlement, Canadians who meet specific criteria could get paid.The allegationsAccording to the notice on Charney Lawyers' website, Ford introduced the 10R80 Transmission in 2017, and the company's Canadian counterpart has received several complaints from consumers."Numerous reports on internet forums and direct complaints to Ford highlight ongoing issues with shifting, jerking, and unintended downshifting at high speeds," states the site.Owners of the affected vehicles reported various problems, including unint...

Transport

14 h. ago NIQ Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Gastrograph AI Further Enhancing CPG Innovation Through AI

NIQ’s ecosystem of data, insights, and human intelligence provides mission critical views of global consumer shopping behavior Gastrograph AI will be the latest enhancement to NIQ’s AI-powered tech platform driving CPG innovation With this acquisition, CPG companies will have access to one of the world’s most comprehensive databases on sensory perception, alongside sophisticated AI models […]

Other

14 h. ago BoC reports show trade uncertainty takes toll on business and consumer confidence

OTTAWA — A pair of reports from the Bank of Canada pointed to declining business and consumer sentiment in the first quarter as the uncertainty over U.S. tariffs took their toll. The central bank’s business outlook survey said Monday that 32 per cent of firms are now planning with the assumption that a recession will […]

Economics

17 h. ago Ontario offers $11 billion in relief to businesses stung by U.S. tariffs

TORONTO — The Ontario government says it will provide about $11 billion in relief and support for businesses stung by U.S. tariffs. Premier Doug Ford says the measures will help workers and businesses deal with U.S. President Donald Trump’s “attacks on Ontario’s economy.” The government says it will defer select provincially administered taxes for six […]

Economics

17 h. ago Ryan Named One of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for 13th Consecutive Year by Great Place To Work®

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, has been recognized as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for 2025 by Great Place To Work®. Ranking 38 on this year’s list and earning this prestigious recognition for the 13th consecutive year underscores Ryan’s unwavering commitment to building a high-trust, high-performance […]

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19 h. ago Ontario judge recalls lawyers in supervised consumption site case

An Ontario judge has asked lawyers to return to court in the challenge to a new provincial law that bans supervised consumption sites within 200 metres of schools or daycares.

Other

19 h. ago Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. Announces Date for First Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Conference Call

OAKVILLE, Ontario — Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX/NYSE: AQN) (“AQN”) today announced plans to release its first quarter 2025 financial results on Friday, May 9, 2025, before market open. AQN will hold an earnings conference call at 8:30 a.m. eastern time on Friday, May 9, 2025, hosted by Chief Executive Officer, Rod West, and […]

Culture

23 h. ago Revolutionizing Distribution Intelligence: NielsenIQ (NIQ) Launches Advanced Global Distribution Intelligence on Market Data Platform gfknewron®

NIQ´s advanced distribution intelligence is now available on gfknewron® Integrated platform featuring distribution, retail and reseller market information alongside consumer insights and forecasting capabilities. NUREMBERG, Germany — NielsenIQ (NIQ), a leading market intelligence company, today announced the global launch of gfknewron® Supply Chain on its state-of-the-art gfknewron® platform. For the first time, an intuitive, always-on […]

Technology

31 h. ago US Stock Futures Tumble With Trump Team Digging In on Tariffs

US equity futures plunged, putting the S&P 500 on track for a bear market as the Trump administration dug in on a trade war economists warn will tip the world’s largest economy into recession.

Economics

31 h. ago Canada’s energy industry faces ‘maelstrom’ of uncertain global economy

After a week of economic turmoil, Canada's energy industry – and the governments that rely on it for revenue – will be watching the markets closely in the coming days.

Other

39 h. ago Federal Election 2025: Why the existence of satirical candidates is 'over'

Donald Trump isn't just coming for our economy, he's taking our sense of humour too.

Politics