48 m. ago Stock market rally takes a pause as gold prices top US$4,000 per ounce

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index finished in negative territory, while U.S. markets also fell as gold prices reached new highs. Kevin Burkett, portfolio manager at Victoria-based Burkett Asset Management, said Tuesday’s trading session marked a “quiet day.” The S&P/TSX composite index was down 180.16 points at 30,351.72. Despite Tuesday’s pullback, the S&P/TSX composite has […]

Economics

3 h. ago Gold prices have cracked $4K for the 1st time. Why it may not be good news

Gold futures have surpassed $4000 US per ounce for the first time, with a recent spike occurring as the US government remains shutdown.

Economics

8 h. ago Gold demand puts Peru’s Amazon at greater risk from mercury poisoning, bishop warns

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — TO RUN AT 1300 GMT ON OCT. 7 As gold prices hover at record highs, a leading Catholic leader in Peru’s Amazon is urging countries that are destinations for the precious metal to help stem illegal mining that is poisoning rivers with mercury. Miguel Angel Cadenas, an Augustinian from Spain who […]

Events

29 h. ago Quebec's latest COVID campaign is underway, but vaccines aren't free for all

Only certain groups will be eligible to receive a free COVID shot. Other will have to pay $150 to $180.

Science

31 h. ago HCLTech Earns Dual Recognition From TIME Magazine as One of World’s Best Companies and Most Sustainable Companies 2025

Ranked #1 India-headquartered technology company for second consecutive year and included in global top 20 in professional services NEW YORK & NODIA, India — HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has been recognized by TIME magazine in two of its flagship global rankings: the World’s Best Companies 2025 and the World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2025. […]

Economics

3 d. ago Delta Hospital emergency room to close for third time due to doctor shortage

The temporary closure will start Saturday at 6 p.m. and go until Sunday at 6:30 a.m.

Science

3 d. ago Delta Hospital emergency room to close for fourth time this year due to doctor shortage

The temporary closure will start Saturday at 6 p.m. and go until Sunday at 6:30 a.m.

Science

4 d. ago Brookfield Business Partners to Host Third Quarter 2025 Results Conference Call

Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025Time: 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) BROOKFIELD NEWS, Oct. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brookfield Business Partners will host its Third Quarter 2025 Conference Call & Webcast on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (ET) to discuss results and current business initiatives. Results will be released on Thursday, November 6, 2025 […]

Culture

5 d. ago Trade with U.S. won’t ‘magically’ go back in time, says Dominic LeBlanc

The minister also told the Senate committee that Canada is not without influence in talks with the U.S.

Economics

5 d. ago It's Tate McRae's Time: Calgary pop star makes magazine cover as most influential rising star

Tate McRae named most influnential rising star in Time magazines 'next' list

Economics

6 d. ago WARMINGTON: It’s time Canada accepts Sir John A Macdonald back on display

With no remains found at residential schools, Kingston should put back up the statue of its one-time favourite son

Other

6 d. ago City clears Toronto park encampment for second time in a few days

The City of Toronto has cleared a homeless encampment at Dufferin Grove Park for a second time in a few days after a small group of people rebuilt their camp that was removed on Friday. Michael DeForge, who was at the park today to support encampment residents, says a group of Toronto police officers and […]

Other

1 week ago LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE:LFLR) (OTCQB:LFLRF) (FSE:3WK0) Provides Compelling Proposition for Those Looking to Capitalize on Record Gold Prices

NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via InvestorWire — LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) today announces its placement in an editorial published by NetworkNewsWire (“NNW”), one of 70+ brands within the Dynamic Brand Portfolio@IBN (InvestorBrandNetwork), a specialized communications platform with a focus on financial news and content distribution for private and public companies and the […]

Economics

1 week ago HUNTER: Is it time to make National Sex Offender Registry public?

The sex offender registry in this country is guarded like the crown jewels of perversion

Society

1 week ago One of Vancouver Chinatown's dragon lanterns is for sale for the first time, and for a hefty price

About 400 dragon lanterns adorn Chinatown's street light poles in Vancouver.

Economics

2 w. ago LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE:LFLR) (OTCQB:LFLRF) (FSE:3WK0) Offers Unique Value Proposition for Leveraging Rising Gold Prices

NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via InvestorWire — LaFleur Minerals Inc. (CSE: LFLR) (OTCQB: LFLRF) (FSE: 3WK0) today announces its placement in an editorial published by NetworkNewsWire (“NNW”), one of 70+ brands within the Dynamic Brand Portfolio@IBN (InvestorBrandNetwork), a specialized communications platform with a focus on financial news and content distribution for private and public companies and the […]

Economics

2 w. ago Mark Norman: It’s time Canadians paid attention to the opportunities in the defence sector

Opinion: Despite its relatively small stature, Canada's domestic defence ecosystem has the potential to grow into something robust and impactful

Events

2 w. ago Longtime Victoria radio host arrested on child luring charges

CFAX 1070's Al Ferraby has been a fixture in the community for decades, even singing at former prermier John Horgan's funeral service in 2024.

Culture

2 w. ago China to Smooth Gold Imports as Prices Soar and Yuan Rallies

China’s central bank is making plans to ease restrictions on gold imports, marking a small step toward liberalizing the world’s biggest market for bullion.

Economics

3 w. ago Trump extends TikTok shutdown deadline for fourth time after reaching framework deal with China

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump formally extended the deadline to keep the social media app TikTok available in the United States until Dec. 16, giving time to complete the framework of the deal announced Monday after talks between American and Chinese government officials. The executive order signed on Tuesday by Trump was the fourth time […]

Events