4 h. ago How a Canadian credit union is uplifting local Ontario businesses

Elbows up! Meridian — one of Canada’s largest credit unions — is doubling down on its longstanding support for local business owners who are making an impact in their communities and beyond.This show of unity, commitment and resolve was the centerpoint of the Meridian Small Business Forum and 2025 Annual General Meeting.Keynote speakers included Rick Mercer, Canadian comedian and television personality; Linda Nazareth, economist, futurist, and author; and Sebastian Clovis, television host, creator, and contractor. Together with Meridian CEO Jay-Ann Gilfoy and Chief Digital and Marketing Officer Matthew Seagrim, they shone a spotlight on how Meridian’s small business members are facing a turbulent economy with resilience and creativity."In these uncertain times, our purpose-driven approach and commitment to being a trusted financial partner are more important than ever," says Gilfoy. "As a Canadian, member-owned organization, we're...

Economics

4 h. ago Les libéraux de Rodriguez devancent la CAQ, selon un sondage

La formation de François Legault accuse un recul important. Le Parti québécois est toujours en tête.

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5 h. ago Federal government says it will move open banking forward at ‘earliest opportunity’

OTTAWA — The federal government says it will introduce legislation to implement open banking at its “earliest opportunity” as some advocates warn the project’s momentum may have stalled. Open banking — or consumer-driven banking, as Ottawa calls it — is about allowing Canadians and businesses to securely share their financial data with third parties other […]

Politics

20 h. ago Offres qualificatives: nous tentons de prédire les intentions du CH

Kent Hughes aura des décisions importantes à prendre concernant les joueurs autonomes avec compensation de l’équipe.

Other

20 h. ago Varcoe: 'Important thread of hope': Trump stands by tariffs but Canada seeks trade deal within 30 days

Canada and the U.S. administration still have vastly different views on the role of tariffs and global trade

Economics

23 h. ago Driving Sector Growth Through Partnership: BIOQuébec and Bioscience Association Manitoba (BAM) Sign Memorandum of Understanding

LAVAL, Québec & WINNIPEG, Manitoba — BIOQuébec and Bioscience Association Manitoba (BAM) are proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that establishes a partnership between two of Canada’s leading life sciences organizations. This marks an important step toward a more integrated and competitive Canadian life sciences landscape, built on regional strengths […]

Culture

24 h. ago Macron visits Greenland and criticizes Trump’s threats to take it over

'I don’t think that’s what allies do,' the French president said Sunday. 'It’s important that Denmark and the Europeans commit themselves to this territory'

Politics

24 h. ago Quitter la NCAA: la décision la plus importante de la vie d’A.J. Greer

À sa deuxième saison à l’université, A.J. Greer a pris une décision qui allait influencer le reste de sa carrière de hockeyeur et de sa vie.

Economics

25 h. ago Here's what will replace Toronto's first suburban shopping plaza after 70 years

Toronto's first-ever suburban shopping plaza is destined for demolition after over seven decades at the Bathurst and Lawrence intersection.Conceptual plans to redevelop the Lawrence Plaza property at 534 Lawrence Ave W. first emerged earlier this year, and the push to demolish the plaza has since taken a big step forward with the submission of a formal planning application with the City of Toronto.Developer RioCan has entered into a joint venture with property owner the Milestone Group with hopes to transform the site — which has hosted a shopping centre since 1953 — into a new mixed-use community that would introduce significant residential density while preserving the site's importance as a retail centre.The project team announced in March that it has begun working on a "vision to reimagine Lawrence Plaza as a vibrant mixed-use community that celebrates its history and context."Locals got their first glimpse at preliminary concept plans for the redeve...

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26 h. ago Purdue Pharma, Sackler family to settle U.S. opioid lawsuits for US$7.4B

The $7.4 billion payment to 55 U.S. states and territories is intended to resolve claims that the drugmaker's pain medication OxyContin caused a nationwide opioid addiction crisis.

Economics

27 h. ago Today's letters: Canada Post is the backbone of charitable contributions

Monday, June 16: The postal service is far from irrelevant, one letter-writer says, while others lament long delivery delays. You can write to us too, at letters@ottawacitizen.com

Other

28 h. ago Home sales up 3.6% in May after ‘delayed’ start to peak season: CREA

The Canadian Real Estate Association reports home sales were up 3.6 per cent in May compared to April, signaling the real estate market may be warming up.

Culture

30 h. ago Some Canadians receiving increased GST credit payments next month

Some Canadians can expect to receive an increase in GST credit payments from the federal government soon.The Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) credit is a tax-free quarterly payment, but this time it will include a 2.7 per cent increase.According to the government, the credit payment aims to help families with low and modest incomes offset the taxes they pay.If you’re eligible, you'll see the new amount in your bank account on Friday, July 4.Who's eligible for the payment?The government says you're generally eligible for the payment if you're at least 19 years old and a Canadian resident for income tax purposes a month before the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) makes the payment at the beginning of the month.If you are under 19 years old, the government says you must meet at least one of the following conditions during the same period:You have (or had) a spouse or common-law partnerYou are (or were) a parent and live (or...

Economics

31 h. ago China Parts Suppliers Are Wary of Carmakers’ Bill Payment Pledge

Chinese carmakers’ pledge to make timely bill payments — an effort to appease officials’ growing scrutiny of a long-running price war — has left many suppliers skeptical about how readily they’ll follow through on their promises.

Culture

31 h. ago Keith Gerein: Demands of old and new infrastructure have Edmonton's budget stuck in traffic

For Edmonton motorists who have grown frustrated with construction and congestion these days — particularly those who live or work in the west end — the situation, as ugly as it is, could also be considerably worse. Undoubtedly that comes as cold comfort to those regularly stuck in traffic. And yet it is important to […]

Economics

31 h. ago Eight killed, hundreds injured by Iranian ballistic missiles

'Since 1948, I can’t recall a war as vital, important and crucial as the one we are facing now,' Likud lawmaker Boaz Bismuth tells JNS.

Events

44 h. ago Un îlot de pneus usagés est la proie des flammes à Beauceville

Un important incendie s’est déclaré sur le terrain d’une entreprise spécialisée en recyclage de pneus de Beauceville, dimanche.

Events

50 h. ago CGTN: From father to son: The enduring values guiding Xi Jinping

On Father’s Day, CGTN published an article discussing how the teachings and example set by Xi Jinping’s father have silently influenced his governance philosophy, particularly his firm stance on standing with the people and his emphasis on the importance of research and investigation. BEIJING, June 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — During a 2021 visit to […]

Other

52 h. ago 'What are we building for?': Aiming to boost development, Vancouver may delay amenity, infrastructure upgrades

Dan Fumano: City hall is trying new things to facilitate development in a challenging market. Some Vancouverites worry about what they see as a trend of the city giving too much away

Economics

52 h. ago Carney’s task at G7 will be to keep the group alive as experts question the outcome

OTTAWA — As Prime Minister Mark Carney gets ready to host U.S. President Donald Trump and other leaders at the G7 summit in Alberta, analysts say Canada’s most important goal will be to keep the G7 from falling apart — even if that means not issuing a joint statement. “Keeping this informal international organization together […]

Politics