9 h. ago THE LATEST: Federal leaders enter second full weekend of campaign

POILIEVRE PROMISES BUSINESSES TO SEE 25% LESS RED TAPE Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre promised to wake up the Canadian economy from the “red-tape-induced slumber” in his latest pitch to businesses – a so-called ‘two-for-one’ law is a more aggressive version of the existing Red Tape Reduction Act that enforces a one-for-one rule. Poilievre said he […]

Politics

13 h. ago Charting the Global Economy: US Tariffs Wallop Markets, Outlook

President Donald’s Trump’s mid-week move to impose broad US tariffs — punishing for many countries — kicked off massive shock waves that reverberated through corporate boardrooms, financial markets and world governments.

Economics

19 h. ago Toronto home that was featured in a design magazine hits market for $5 million

Just over 20 years ago, 11 Hawthorn Ave. was a classic family home in Toronto's Rosedale neighbourhood. It had four bedrooms and bathrooms and a distinct early 2000s design style. It sold back in 2004 for $1,387,000, which was 8 per cent over asking. But a lot can happen in 20 years, and 11 Hawthorn Ave. went from a pretty typical family home to a home worthy of being featured in Style at Home magazine. The foyer. While the exterior of the home kept its charming historical curb appeal, the interiors were completely transformed.The powder room. As you enter the home, you step into a welcoming foyer with a powder room. The dining room. Rich two-tone oak hardwood floors are featured throughout the home. The living room. The living room and dining room are open-concept with lots of character, including a wood-burning fireplace, leaded glass windows and built-in bookcases. The breakfast nook. The kitchen is probably on...

Economics

24 h. ago Canada Minister Wants LNG Canada Doubled, Eyes Western Pipeline Upgrade

Canada’s government supports doubling the scale of an already-huge natural gas project on the west coast and now sees it as “likely,” according to its resources minister, as the country pushes to diversify exports away from a hostile US.

Politics

25 h. ago Sherritt Noteholders Approve CBCA Transaction to Extend Debt Maturities and Strengthen its Capital Structure

Not for Distribution to United States Newswire Services or for Dissemination in the United States TORONTO — Sherritt International Corporation (“Sherritt” or the “Corporation”) (TSX:S) announced today that holders (“Senior Secured Noteholders”) of the Corporation’s outstanding 8.50% senior second lien secured notes due November 30, 2026 (the “Senior Secured Notes”) and holders (“Junior Noteholders” and […]

Economics

25 h. ago Draisaitl out 'short term' as Edmonton Oilers brace for L.A. Kings

No Leon Draisaitl. No Connor McDavid. No Mattias Ekholm. No Stuart Skinner. That’s not a great way to be heading into Los Angeles for the biggest game of the regular season so far, but that’s the cold, harsh reality of the Edmonton Oilers situation right now. The race for second place in the Pacific Division […]

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26 h. ago Ben van Beurden and Pekka Vauramo Nominated for Election to Barrick Board of Directors

TORONTO, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:GOLD)(TSX:ABX) has nominated Ben van Beurden and Pekka Vauramo for election to its Board of Directors at the company’s Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders on May 6, 2025. Ben van Beurden, former chief executive of Shell, brings four decades of global experience in the […]

Politics

27 h. ago Eros Resources Closes Oversubscribed $2.1 million Private Placement Financing

Vancouver, BC, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Eros Resources Corp. (TSXV: ROCK) (OTCQB: EROSF) (“Eros” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the closing of its private placement of C$2,077,500 (the “Financing“), which represents an oversubscription of $277,500 of the originally planned financing. The Company has allotted and issued 41,550,000 units (the “ Units“) at a price of C$0.05 per Unit […]

Economics

30 h. ago Number of Canadians who think we should play ‘hardball’ in tariffs war rises since December

A trade war for four years? More than a third of Canadians — 39% — expect the U.S. trade war to persist until President Donald Trump is gone from office — if he does indeed leave after a second term, according to a new Angus Reid survey. And if that’s the case, more Canadians are […]

Economics

30 h. ago What you need to know about Poilievre’s capital gains tax deferral proposal

While Conservatives haven’t released policy details, responses from business and corporate leaders have been positive

Economics

35 h. ago Hudbay Files Early Warning Report for American Copper Development Corporation

TORONTO, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hudbay Minerals Inc. (“Hudbay” or the “Company”) (TSX, NYSE: HBM) today announced that the Company has sold 1,000,000 common shares (the “Common Shares”) of American Copper Development Corporation (“American Copper”) at a price of C$0.1607 per Common Share for aggregate consideration of C$160,710 (the “Transaction”) and has filed […]

Sport

36 h. ago Electra Closes First Tranche of Oversubscribed Private Placement

TORONTO, April 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Electra Battery Materials Corporation (NASDAQ: ELBM; TSX-V: ELBM) (“Electra” or the “Company”) announces that it has closed the first tranche of its oversubscribed non-brokered private placement previously announced on March 24, 2025, raising aggregate gross proceeds of approximately US$3.08 million (the “Offering”). “We are pleased with the strong […]

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40 h. ago BP Chairman to Exit as Oil Major Faces Pressure From Elliott

BP Plc Chairman Helge Lund plans to step down as the struggling oil major pivots away from the net zero strategy he championed amid pressure from Elliott Investment Management.

Politics

40 h. ago BP Chair Plans Exit as Oil Major Faces Pressure From Elliott

BP Plc Chairman Helge Lund plans to step down as the struggling oil major pivots away from the net zero strategy he championed amid pressure from Elliott Investment Management.

Politics

48 h. ago RCMP arrest Cuban national trying to enter Canada by running across border bridge

The RCMP said officers arrested a Cuban national attempting to enter Canada from the United States by running across the Fort Erie International Railway Bridge that connects Ontario to New York. The Mounties said their Niagara-on-the-Lake border integrity unit officers, with help from Ontario Provincial Police, arrested the individual last month under the Immigration and […]

Society

49 h. ago Break and enter charges withdrawn against owner of Edmonton apartment building where security guard was killed

Prosecutors have dropped charges against the owner of a problem-plagued apartment building where a security guard was killed last year.

Events

50 h. ago Jura Announces Favorable Award on Costs under the Settlement Agreement Arbitration

CALGARY, Alberta, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Jura Energy Corporation (“Jura” or the “Company“) is pleased to announce that it has received a favorable ruling on costs in its International Chamber of Commerce (“ICC”) arbitration proceedings involving Jura’s operating subsidiaries, Spud Energy Pty Limited (“Spud”) and Frontier Holdings Limited (“FHL”) (together the “Claimants”), claiming […]

Economics

53 h. ago Cuban national arrested after attempting run across Ontario bridge: RCMP

A Cuban national was arrested in mid-March after attempting to enter Canada illegally by running across the Fort Erie International Railway Bridge from the United States.

Society

55 h. ago Nature Canada Unveils Bold ‘Nature Platform’ to Protect and Restore Canada’s Natural Heritage

“Every federal party faces a stark choice: will they rise to the occasion and stand up for policies that will protect nature and Canada’s long term prosperity, or will they capitulate to those who would pillage our common inheritance? Canadians will judge them accordingly.” Unceded Algonquin Territory — Ottawa, ON, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) […]

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56 h. ago The AGL Group Announces Acquisition of ADA Logistics Corporation, Expanding Domestic Brokerage Capabilities

WEYMOUTH, Mass. — The AGL Group, an international and domestic logistics firm headquartered in Weymouth, MA, is pleased to announce the acquisition of ADA Logistics Corporation, a domestic brokerage based in Ada, MI. This strategic acquisition, finalized on April 1st, strengthens The AGL Group’s domestic logistics brand by adding valuable flatbed capacity and expanding its […]

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