82 m. ago ‘Everyone’s in crisis mode’: How Canadian companies are rushing to prepare for day one of Trump’s tariffs

With Tuesday's deadline approaching, exporters are scrambling to get paperwork in order while exploring longer term workarounds

Economics

2 h. ago Scott Moe returns from Washington talking trade, tariffs and pipelines

Premier Scott Moe has returned from Washington D.C. after his second meeting with U.S. representatives this month.

Economics

2 h. ago MEG Energy says half of oil sales free from tariffs thanks to global market access

CALGARY — More than half of MEG Energy Corp.’s oil sales would be free from potential U.S. tariffs thanks to the diverse market access options it has lined up, a company executive says. The Calgary-based oilsands producer has the ability to access global markets via Canada’s West Coast through the Trans Mountain pipeline, as well […]

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3 h. ago Doug Ford says 'count me in' for new solution to mitigate tariff threats

Doug Ford made his stand against Donald Trump's tariffs a cornerstone of his platform as he sought — and won — re-election as premier, and among other steps the province plans to take if and when the levies come into effect, it seems the Ontario leader is on board withone strategic piece of legislation.Tim Houston, Ford's Nova Scotian counterpart, has just floated The Free Trade and Mobility within Canada Act, a new set of trade-related regulations meant to help foster the Canadian economy after Trump slams all Canadian imports with 25 per cent duties next week.Under the rules, Nova Scotia will treat all goods from elsewhere in Canada as if they were produced locally, "eliminating any additional fees or testing requirements" that presently exist.Likewise, professionals accredited in other provinces will be treated as if they were licenced in Nova Scotia, "ensuring that businesses providing services can operate across provincial borders witho...

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3 h. ago Province launching more ‘Buy BC’ ads as Trump tariff threat looms

Eby says B.C. residents would soon start seeing more "Buy BC" advertisements, and the province has also launched a new website with a tool to help people buy local.

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3 h. ago 25% Tariffs Could Skyrocket Pet Toy Prices–Here’s How Canadians Can Avoid the Hike

DuraPaw Keeps Costs Low for Canadians—No Tariffs, No Border Fees, Just Premium Pet Products. EDMONTON, Alberta, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — With proposed 25% tariffs under discussion, this may impact pet products and toys, leading to even higher costs for Canadian consumers — whether due to rising prices, additional import costs, or fluctuating currency […]

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3 h. ago Trump’s tariffs are coming. Which Canadian industries can pivot quickly?

While some industries have deeply linked supply chains with their counterparts in the United States, others could pivot more easily.

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3 h. ago Maryland’s largest provider for Medicaid enrollees gets its accreditation suspended

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland’s largest managed care organization for Medicaid enrollees has had its accreditation suspended due to concerns with credentialing and quality reviews for its providers, a state health department official said Friday. A managed care organization is a health care company or plan that aims to control health care costs by supervising […]

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4 h. ago Fed Paper Finds Tariffs May Raise US Consumers’ Everyday Costs

President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on imports from China, Mexico and Canada could lead US consumers to face higher prices on everyday purchases, according to new research published Friday.

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5 h. ago BATRA’S BURNING QUESTIONS: Trump’s tariff Tuesday? Watch what he does not what he says

WATCH BELOW as the Sun’s Adrienne Batra, Brian Lilley and Warren Kinsella look at new Trump deadlines for imposing tariffs on Canada. What do YOU think? Tweet and Facebook us! And don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube Channel. 

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5 h. ago Loblaw to review price increases quicker amid tariff threats

The grocer is looking to boost Canadian-made products, making it easier for customers to find domestically made brands

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5 h. ago Canada’s Big Six banks fail to override ‘sticky’ tariff fears despite decent first quarter results

Analysts fixate on whether financial giants have prepared enough to weather possible onslaught

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6 h. ago Trump says Poilievre ‘not a MAGA guy,’ calls Freeland a ‘whack’

In an interview with The Spectator, U.S. President Donald Trump did not provide any new insights into how Canada might stop his planned 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods.

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6 h. ago As Trade Unionists, We’ll Resist Ford’s Agenda: CUPE Ontario

– Craven Ford spent millions for electoral status quo, says union – Doug Ford cynically exploited a period of national and international tumult to return the Conservatives to government in Ontario. But for all his self-serving opportunism, Ford failed to win the dramatically increased majority that was his pretext for a costly and unnecessary election, […]

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6 h. ago Loblaw to review price increase requests faster due to potential tariffs

TORONTO — Loblaw is reviewing price increase requests from suppliers faster than normal because of the impact of potential tariffs on costs. Spokeswoman Catherine Thomas says the grocer normally reviews proposed increases within 12 weeks, but has shortened that timeline to six weeks to better help suppliers navigate the effects of tariffs. The U.S. is […]

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6 h. ago Metro Vancouver Board to discuss motion to slash its meeting fees

The board is already facing a roughly $4-billion cost overrun on the North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant and criticism over spending on staff travel.

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7 h. ago Key questions remain on how tariffs will apply to energy, just days from Trump’s deadline

The lack of detail is making it difficult for companies to develop strategies or plan spending

Economics

7 h. ago Trump calls Freeland ’a whack’ and Poilievre ’not a MAGA guy’

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump is weighing in on domestic Canadian politics as his deadline to impose steep tariffs on Canada inches closer. In an interview with The Spectator, Trump called Liberal leadership candidate Chrystia Freeland terrible and “a whack” and claimed credit for her resignation as finance minister. Trump also remarked on Conservative […]

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7 h. ago Le coach de basket Daniel Lacasse acquitté d’abus sexuels sur une ado

Le juge estime qu’il a semé un doute raisonnable sur l’âge de la plaignante lors des contacts sexuels.

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7 h. ago Canada Loyalty Programs Business Intelligence Report 2025: Market to Grow by 14.6% to Reach $1.78 Billion this Year – Future Growth Dynamics to 2029 – ResearchAndMarkets.com

DUBLIN — The “Canada Loyalty Programs Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics – 50+ KPIs on Loyalty Programs Trends by End-Use Sectors, Operational KPIs, Retail Product Dynamics, and Consumer Demographics – Q1 2025 Update” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The loyalty market in Canada is expected to grow by 14.6% on annual basis […]

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