2 h. ago Rumours swirl that Whole Foods may be closing multiple Toronto grocery stores

Bombshell claims about Whole Foods potentially closing not just one, but multiple Toronto locations have been circulating on social media as of Friday morning from people who say they are current employees impacted by the shutdowns.In a subreddit dedicated to news about the grocery empire, one user posted that the chain is preparing to shutter the store they allegedly work at in just a matter of days."Both Leaside and Yonge and Sheppard locations in Toronto, Canada are closing next week," they wrote shortly after 8 a.m Friday. They continued on to say that they were informed during a team huddle earlier that morning, bemoaning the last-minute layoff process.A post to the r/wholefoods community on Reddit Friday morning broke the news of the alleged closure from someone who says they currently work at one of the Toronto stores set to close in the coming days.The stores in question are said to be the Leaside location near...

Other

3 h. ago Broadway plan update offers rosy forecast despite construction challenges

City updates are not a realistic look at what's happening in the Broadway plan area, a critic says

Transport

4 h. ago Canada Prefabricated Construction Intelligence Report 2025 | Output to Grow by 5.1% this Year – 100+ KPIs, Market Size & Forecast by End Markets, Precast Products, and Precast Materials 2020

DUBLIN — The “Canada Prefabricated Construction Market Intelligence and Future Growth Dynamics Databook – 100+ KPIs, Market Size & Forecast by End Markets, Precast Products, and Precast Materials – Q2 2025 Update” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The prefabricated construction market in Canada is expected to grow by 5.1% on annual basis to […]

Technology

4 h. ago 180 Degree Capital Corp. and Mount Logan Capital Inc. Provide Update on Proposed Business Combination

As of August 14, 2025, in excess of 57% of the outstanding shares of 180 Degree Capital have been voted FOR the proposed Business Combination, and in excess of 50% of the outstanding shares of 180 Degree Capital have been voted FOR all other proposals scheduled to be considered at the August 22, 2025 special shareholder meeting As […]

Economics

5 h. ago Eldorado Gold Announces Appointment of Christian Milau as President

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Eldorado Gold Corporation (TSX: ELD) (NYSE: EGO) (“Eldorado” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that Christian Milau will be joining the Company as President, effective September 12, 2025. Christian brings over 25 years of experience in finance, capital markets and mining. He has deep expertise […]

Culture

7 h. ago Algeria Nears Deals With Exxon and Chevron in Shale Gas Push

Algeria is close to finalizing a deal with Exxon Mobil Corp. and Chevron Corp. to tap the North African nation’s vast gas reserves, including shale, for the first time, a senior official said.

Other

8 h. ago Lindt Weighs Making Chocolate Bunnies in US as Trump Tariffs Hit

Swiss chocolatier Lindt & Spruengli AG may shift production of its world-famous, gold-wrapped Easter bunnies to the US to sidestep import tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.

Economics

17 h. ago Montage Gold Reports Fatal Accident at Its Koné Project in Côte d’Ivoire

ABIDJAN, Côte d’Ivoire, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Montage Gold Corp. (“Montage” or the “Company”) (TSX: MAU, OTCQX: MAUTF) is saddened to report that a Montage colleague passed away yesterday as a result of injuries sustained in an incident that occurred during earthworks activities at the Company’s Koné project in Côte d’Ivoire. The health, safety and welfare of […]

Events

18 h. ago Inflation or jobs: Federal Reserve officials are divided over competing concerns

WASHINGTON (AP) — One major question will be front and center for Federal Reserve policymakers as they prepare for an annual conference in Jackson, Wyoming next week and a crucial policy meeting in September: Which is a bigger problem for the economy right now, stubborn inflation or slower hiring? Weak job gains since April have […]

Economics

18 h. ago COSCIENS Biopharma Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Provides Strategic Initiatives Update

COSCIENS Board of Directors approves a plan to voluntarily delist from Nasdaq, while retaining the Company’s listing on the TSX TORONTO, ONTARIO, Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — COSCIENS Biopharma Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCI) (TSX: CSCI) (“COSCIENS” or the “Company”), a life science company focused on natural ingredients and pharmaceutical solutions, today reported its financial and […]

Culture

19 h. ago Stock Rally Hits a Wall as US Inflation Picks Up: Markets Wrap

The blistering run in stocks hit a wall as a pick-up in inflation lifted bond yields alongside the dollar, with traders paring bets the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates next month.

Economics

20 h. ago Hastings Park leaders Masen and Apprehend head to Seattle for prestigious Longacres Mile

Masen was purchased out of an online horse sale last year for $80,000 by MacPherson’s owner, Nicole Droder, and joined the horse population in Vancouver as part of Droder’s desire to support horse racing here

Politics

20 h. ago Whitecaps’ owners change course from ‘sale’ to looking for a ‘new partner’

Jeff Mallett acknowledged Thursday that the current ownership group isn't necessarily looking for a complete exit.

Culture

21 h. ago Gold Reserve Provides Update on Adjournment of August 18, 2025 Sale Hearing

PEMBROKE, Bermuda — Gold Reserve Ltd. (TSX.V: GRZ) (BSX: GRZ.BH) (OTCQX: GDRZF) (“Gold Reserve” or the “Company”) announces that the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware (the “Court”) issued an order today in which it adjourned the start of the Sale Hearing from the currently scheduled August 18, 2025, to an as-yet unspecified […]

Other

22 h. ago Euna Solutions Named Government Technology Management Team of the Year in 2025 Stevie® Awards for Technology Excellence

Euna Solutions’ executive team is recognized for its strategic leadership, value-driven culture and commitment to serving the public sector ATLANTA & TORONTO — Euna Solutions®, a leading provider of purpose-built, cloud-based solutions for the public sector, today announced that its executive team has been named the winner of the Gold Stevie® Award in the Government […]

Politics

22 h. ago Ontario government just ordered public service workers back to office full time

The Government of Ontario has just announced that it's officially mandating a full return to the office for its public servants, ending a hybrid work policy that has been in place since 2022. Starting Jan. 5, 2026, more than 60,000 Ontario Public Service employees will be required to work in-person five days a week.The move, revealed in a news release from Treasury Board President Caroline Mulroney on Thursday, marks a significant turning point from the current rules, which require a minimum of three days per week in the office. A transitional phase will begin on Oct. 20, 2025, when employees will be asked to increase their in-office attendance to four days a week. In a statement, Mulroney said the updated policy "represents the current workforce landscape in the province," adding that more than half of Ontario's public service employees are already working full-time in person due to the nature of their roles. ...

Politics

22 h. ago Echoes of 2007 Haunt Dollar as Fed Risks Easing Amid Inflation

The dollar is set for a toxic mix of a Federal Reserve cutting interest rates in the face of rising annual inflation, a damaging scenario last seen nearly two decades ago, according to Bank of America Corp.

Economics

23 h. ago Vancouver Island wildfire grows by more than half, rain is on the way

An update from the B.C. Wildfire Service said crews working the blaze overnight saw “moderate” fire behaviour

Events

24 h. ago The gold market is too important to be left to private clubs

The institutions underpinning the trading and storage of the precious metal remain opaque and under-regulated

Economics

25 h. ago New funding rules announced for Canadian immigration program

Canada's Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) program has made a significant change in the amount of settlement funds required.Skilled workers who want to work and live long-term in some of Canada's more rural and remote communities can apply for the RCIP program, which provides a pathway to permanent residence. The program also helps to fill labour shortages in these areas while supporting businesses in need of workers.In addition to other requirements, applicants must show proof that they can financially support themselves and any accompanying family members. On July 29, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the amount required, with a roughly 30 per cent increase.Previously, a single person applying for the RCIP had to prove that they had $7,963 in settlement funds, while a family of two had to show funds of $9,692. Now, a single applicant must prove that they have $10,507 in funds, and a family of two must have $13,080.Here's how the require...

Other