3 d. ago Quebecers file flood of complaints as stores wrestle with new French sign rules

The Retail Council of Canada said one year is far from enough time to revamp signage — a complex and costly undertaking, particularly for large chains.

Events

4 d. ago U.S. travel just got much more expensive for some Canadians thanks to new fee

For some people in Canada, travelling to the U.S. has become significantly more expensive as the new Visa Integrity Fee takes effect this month.On Oct. 1, the U.S. government introduced the Visa Integrity Fee, which affects non-citizens in Canada who require a visa to travel to the U.S. Under President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was signed into law. Non-immigrants travelling to the U.S. will have to pay a fee of US$250 or C$348.40. However, it's up to the Secretary of Homeland Security to determine the final amount.In July, we contacted the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) about the fee."President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill provides the necessary policies and resources to restore integrity in our nation's immigration system," a spokesperson stated in an email. "The Visa Integrity Fee requires cross-agency coordination before implementation."We have reached out to DHS to confirm the final amount.Permane...

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5 d. ago HealthPRO Canada Expands National Membership to Nine Provinces and Territories with Addition of Health PEI

Oakville, ON, Sept. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HealthPRO Canada is proud to welcome Health PEI as the newest member of its national healthcare procurement network, significantly enhancing collaboration and efficiency across Canada’s healthcare system. With membership now encompassing nine provinces and all three territories, HealthPRO Canada unifies healthcare providers in response to growing global […]

Society

5 d. ago Kelly McParland: Carney’s Canada 2.0 project set for November launch

This budget will signal how the prime minister wants to rebuild Canada

Transport

9 d. ago Alberta legislating authority to ignore international agreements signed by Canada

Sam Blackett, Premier Danielle Smith's press secretary, said Alberta's legislation would be similar to a long-standing legislative framework in place in Quebec.

Society

1 week ago UAE Seeks Deal With Canada to Double Trade, Economy Minister Says

The United Arab Emirates is in talks with Canada to sign an agreement that aims to double bilateral trade, the country’s economy minister said.

Politics

1 week ago Canada and Indonesia sign ‘historic’ trade deal as both look to expand global economic ties

The pact forms part of Canada’s larger strategy to strengthen trade ties with Asian countries outside of China

Economics

1 week ago Le Canada signe un accord commercial et un pacte de défense avec l’Indonésie

L’accord devrait entraîner une baisse des prix du blé, de la potasse, du bois et du soja canadiens.

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1 week ago India’s new top envoy in Canada starts term as signs emerge of thaw in relations

OTTAWA — India’s new high commissioner to Canada officially started his job on Wednesday at a ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, following a series of high-level visits by Canadian officials. “We’re getting signals from India that they are very much interested in rebuilding this relationship,” said Vina Nadjibulla of the Asia Pacific Foundation. “It’s […]

Culture

1 week ago Indonesian president signs trade deal, defence pact with Canada

OTTAWA — Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has signed a trade agreement with Prime Minister Mark Carney on Parliament Hill. The trade deal is comprehensive, meaning it opens up trade in multiple industries with the world’s fourth most populous country. Last November both countries announced they had finished trade negotiations that started in 2021. Indonesia is […]

Economics

1 week ago Argus Professional Storage Management, LLC to Combine with SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc.

LADERA RANCH, Calif. & TUCSON, Ariz. — SmartStop Self Storage REIT, Inc. (“SmartStop”) (NYSE: SMA), an internally managed real estate investment trust and a premier owner and operator of self-storage facilities in the United States and Canada, announced a significant milestone in its growth strategy with the signing of a contribution agreement for Argus Professional […]

Culture

1 week ago Canada looks to improve strained relations with India and China as foreign minister plans visit

Canada must ‘ensure we have a bilateral relationship with significant economic powers in the Indo-Pacific,’ Anita Anand said

Politics

1 week ago Carney Touts Trade Opportunities With China, Aims to Meet With Xi

Canada must ‘ensure we have a bilateral relationship with significant economic powers in the Indo-Pacific,’ Anita Anand said

Economics

2 w. ago Conversations That Matter: France and Canada lean in on trade

Canada has been hit hard by U.S. tariffs. The imposition of the tariffs focused on a need to develop new trading relationships and expand existing ones. Canada and France have a trading history that goes back hundreds of years. And, in 2016, Canada signed the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement with the European Union. The […]

Economics

2 w. ago Le Canada et le Mexique renforcent leurs liens et souhaitent un accord «plus équitable» avec les États

Le Canada et le Mexique ont conclu jeudi un nouveau partenariat afin d’intensifier leurs liens.

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2 w. ago ‘A new era’: Canada, Mexico sign strategic partnership deal to deepen economic ties

‘We are elevating our partnerships in trade, investment, energy and security to create more opportunity for Canadian workers,’ Mark Carney said of the pact

Culture

2 w. ago ‘A new era’: Canada, Mexico sign strategic partnership deal to deepen economic, security ties

‘We are elevating our partnerships in trade, investment, energy and security to create more opportunity for Canadian workers,’ Mark Carney said of the pact

Events

2 w. ago Possible archaeological find delays move of Banff entrance sign

'While the items found are of historical interest, it is not yet known whether they represent a significant archaeological find,' said Parks Canada spokesperson Kelly Veillette

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2 w. ago Canada Post says it is sending new offer to the union for postal workers

Canada Post said the union’s August offer 'added significant new costs and restrictions at a challenging time for the Corporation.'

Society

2 w. ago What is Ksi Lisims LNG in northern B.C. — and which Canadian gas giants are behind it?

A new liquefied natural gas export project in British Columbia now has environmental approvals from the federal and provincial governments, which signalled the project would boost Canada’s economy at a time when it’s facing an increasingly uncertain trade relationship with the United States. Ksi Lisims LNG — a joint venture involving Indigenous partners, a company […]

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