3 h. ago LILLEY: Ontario cops seizing fentanyl at the Canadian border

Ontario's Operation Deterrence showing results due to OPP and local police aiding in border measures.

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3 h. ago Lion Electric shareholders file class action against struggling bus manufacturer

MONTREAL — Quebec-based electric-vehicle manufacturer Lion Electric Co. is facing a class-action lawsuit from shareholders who allege the company misled investors and misrepresented its financial health, leading to artificially inflated stock prices. “Damages suffered by the members of the proposed group are the direct and immediate result of the false and misleading representations, omissions and […]

Economics

3 h. ago Exchange Income Corporation Announces Entering into a Binding Purchase Agreement to Acquire Canadian North

Acquisition Expands EIC’s Essential Air Services Business Across Canada’s Arctic WINNIPEG, Manitoba — Exchange Income Corporation (TSX: EIF) (“EIC” or the “Corporation”), a diversified, acquisition-oriented company focused on opportunities in the Aerospace & Aviation and Manufacturing segments, announced today it has signed a binding purchase agreement to acquire Bradley Air Services Limited, operating as Canadian […]

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4 h. ago Time is of the essence for Senators GM Steve Staios as NHL trade deadline nears

Steve Staios, the club’s president of hockey operations and general manager, has to determine if he can find the right fit(s) to add to the roster before the trade deadline set for March 7.

Economics

4 h. ago Irving Paper closing half of operations over N.B.’s ‘uncompetitive’ electricity rates

SAINT JOHN, N.B. — Irving Paper Ltd. announced Monday it is shutting down half of its operations, blaming what it called “uncompetitive” industrial electricity rates in New Brunswick. The Saint John manufacturer of paper used for magazines, catalogues and newsprint said it is cutting 140 jobs effective immediately. Irving Pulp & Paper vice-president Mark Mosher […]

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4 h. ago Fabric and craft retailer Joann to go out of business and close all of its stores

NEW YORK (AP) — Fabric and crafts retailer Joann Inc., which has been a destination for generations of quilters, knitters and lovers of crafts projects for 80 years, is going out of business and shuttering all its stores. The announcement comes after the Hudson, Ohio-based retailer filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in January, the […]

Economics

4 h. ago Lion Électrique fait face à une action collective de ses actionnaires

Ils allèguent que l’entreprise a induit en erreur les investisseurs en cachant sa santé financière chancelante.

Society

6 h. ago Canadians firms urged to ‘think very carefully’ before shifting operations to U.S.

Montreal-based TFI International Inc. just announced it was changing its legal domicile to the U.S.

Economics

6 h. ago Irving Paper shuts down 50% of N.B. operations due to electricity rates

Irving Paper says it will permanently shut down 50 per cent of its operations due to New Brunswick's 'uncompetitive industrial electricity rates.'

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7 h. ago Judge tosses part of a lawsuit against UK band The 1975 for gay kiss at Malaysian music festival

LONDON (AP) — Members of the British band The 1975 cannot be held personally liable for losses of a Malaysian music festival that was shut down by authorities after lead singer Matty Healy kissed a male bandmate on stage, a London judge ruled Monday. The organizer of the Good Vibes Festival is seeking 1.9 million […]

Culture

8 h. ago Brookfield Makes $1.7 Billion Bet on Power Needs by AI, Data

Brookfield Asset Management agreed to spend $1.7 billion in a deal to expand its US onshore renewables business as the company bets there will be increasing demand for electricity from data centers and artificial intelligence.

Economics

8 h. ago Canada Infrastructure Bank loans Australian EV charging company $194M

Jolt expected to install up to 1,500 new curbside locations

Economics

8 h. ago Déneigement à Montréal: «Encore une semaine» pour compléter l’opération, dit Valérie Plante

L’opération de déneigement, maintenant complétée à 57%, suit son cours et nécessitera encore une semaine, selon la mairesse Valérie Plante.

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8 h. ago Abu Dhabi’s ENEC Eyes Investment in Nuclear Specialist Newcleo

Abu Dhabi’s state-run atomic power company is set to invest in French-Italian operator Newcleo after signing an accord during a visit to Rome by the United Arab Emirates’ president.

Science

8 h. ago Alterra Mountain Company Names New Chief People Officer and President & Chief Operating Officer, Experiences Division

DENVER — Alterra Mountain Company has announced key additions to its executive leadership team with the appointment of Diane Neville as Chief People Officer (CPO) and Will Forbes as President & Chief Operating Officer, Experiences Division. “We are very excited to add these talented leaders to crucial roles within our growing company. They will each […]

Economics

11 h. ago German Power Gains on Outlook for Less Wind, Colder Temperatures

German power prices rose with below-average wind generation and colder temperatures forecast for the turn of the month, which may lead to more costly fossil-fuel plants being deployed during peak electricity demand.

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11 h. ago Cities embrace traditional and generative AI to become future

Global study of 250 cities reveals how cities plan to harness AI to streamline operations, improve services, and boost economic growth NEW YORK — Cities around the world are racing to adopt AI to drive productivity and efficiency and boost their economies, according to a global study of 250 cities conducted by ServiceNow and Deloitte, […]

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11 h. ago Mavenir and Terrestar Achieve Industry First Satellite Voice Over NB

Breakthrough deployable via software upgrade to existing GEO satellites using available S-band spectrum to allow operators to monetize NTN services immediately RICHARDSON, Texas, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Mavenir, the cloud-native network infrastructure provider building the future of networks, and Terrestar Solutions Inc., Canada’s premier mobile satellite operator, have achieved a groundbreaking milestone by […]

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11 h. ago CBAK Energy’s 32140 Cells Capture 19% of Global Market Share, Report Shows

DALIAN, China, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CBAK Energy Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBAT) (“CBAK Energy” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer of lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries and electric energy solutions in China, today announced its significant global market share in the rapidly growing large cylindrical battery segment, which saw remarkable growth in 2024. According […]

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11 h. ago Mexico Inflation Ticks Higher in Line With Banxico Forecasts

Mexico’s annual inflation accelerated roughly in line with economists’ forecasts in early February, holding near the central bank’s estimates and keeping chances of a sixth straight interest rate cut in play.

Economics