62 m. ago Trade war injects note of uncertainty into CN Rail outlook, as profits inch up

MONTREAL — Canadian National Railway Co. saw profits rise five per cent in its latest quarter as the country’s biggest railway operator worked through a trade war set off by U.S. President Donald Trump. Despite the tariff turmoil, the company stood by its financial forecast for the year even as other companies have lowered their […]

Economics

2 h. ago Home sales fall in April amid economic uncertainty, Calgary Real Estate Board says

But housing activity remains stronger compared to economic downturn in late 2010s

Other

2 h. ago Vulcan County man auctioning off part of large collection of vehicles

About 60 vehicles to go up for sale, including some of the higher-end cars that have been rarlely driven

Culture

2 h. ago Mercer International Inc. Reports First Quarter 2025 Results and Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend Of $0.075

Selected Highlights First quarter Operating EBITDA* of $47.1 million (net loss of $22.3 million) compared to $63.6 million (net loss of $16.7 million) in the same quarter of 2024 Continue to implement cost reduction and operational efficiency initiatives targeting approximately $100 million in savings by the end of 2026 The first quarter of 2025 included […]

Society

3 h. ago After ’The Idol,’ The Weeknd’s new movie ’Hurry Up Tomorrow’ brought ’joy back into filmmaking’

LAS VEGAS — Abel Tesfaye has always known he wanted to pursue a career in cinema. He sees his meteoric rise to fame as one of today’s biggest pop superstars under the moniker The Weeknd as a detour to make that happen. Nearly two years after he made his acting debut with HBO’s “The Idol,” […]

Culture

4 h. ago The Search Is on for 2025’s Most Investible Canadian Cleantech Ventures

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Foresight Canada is now accepting applications for its fifth annual Foresight 50, a comprehensive spotlight on the 50 most investible cleantech companies across Canada to investors around the world. The initiative highlights companies with solutions to tackle the world’s biggest environmental and economic challenges. Since 2021, […]

Economics

4 h. ago Unisync Recognized with Four NAUMD Industry Awards, Including Innovation in Technology

TORONTO, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Unisync Corp. (“Unisync”) (TSX:”UNI”) (OTC:”USYNF”) is pleased to share that the company was recognized with four awards at the 2025 NAUMD (Network Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors) Annual Convention, the most of any company at this year’s event. The awards highlight excellence across a range of sectors and mark an important […]

Other

6 h. ago McDonald’s U.S. sales miss highlights rising consumer anxiety

McDonald’s remains confident it can 'navigate even the toughest of market conditions and gain market share'

Other

6 h. ago CPABC: Incentivizing growth in B.C. a top priority as trade war kicks off

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC) released BC Check-Up: Invest, an annual report on investment trends across the province. The report highlights some of the challenges facing B.C.’s economy amidst an on-going trade war with the United States. “’The B.C. economy experienced slower growth […]

Economics

6 h. ago ‘Sharp rise’ in Ontario measles cases with 223 new infections

Public Health Ontario is reporting 223 new measles cases since last week as the spread in its southwestern region grows. 

Other

6 h. ago Assembly of First Nations joins calls for Hudson’s Bay to return ceremonial items

WINNIPEG — The Assembly of First Nations is joining calls for Hudson’s Bay to immediately halt the sale of artifacts and return any cultural, ceremonial and sacred items to the Indigenous communities that they belong to. National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak says some items may represent vital and genuine aspects of cultural heritage and identity. […]

Culture

8 h. ago Canadian Tire is bidding on Hudson’s Bay assets, sources say

The 355-year-old retailer’s assets hit the sales block after it filed for creditor protection earlier this year

Other

8 h. ago MAG Signs Strategic Partnership with MultiBank Group to Tokenize $3 Billion Real Estate Assets

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — MAG, the leading real estate developer in the UAE has signed a historic $3 billion tokenization agreement with MultiBank Group, the world’s largest financial derivatives institution based in Dubai, and Mavryk, a leading blockchain innovator — marking the largest real-world asset (RWA) tokenization initiative globally to date. The initiative highlights […]

Economics

8 h. ago Health Canada recalls $130 face cream sold at Shoppers Drug Mart

Health Canada has issued a recall of a popular beauty cream sold across Canada due to potential contamination.In a statement shared on Wednesday, April 30, the agency announced the recall of the Watier Age Control Supreme Sublime Advanced Rich day cream due to "microbial contamination."The cream can ordinarily be found on shelves at stores like Shoppers Drug Mart and Sephora, and on Amazon Canada. It retails for $120-$128."The recalled product does not meet microbial standards over time," reads the statement. "The product may contain a microorganism called Lactobacillus pentosus. Lactobacillus pentosus (a probiotic) poses little medical risk to people."Due to the recall, consumers in Canada are being asked to stop using the product immediately.Health CanadaThe recalled batch of Watier Age Control Supreme Sublime Advanced Rich day cream was manufactured in Canada. It's packaged in a printed cylindrical glass jar tha...

Economics

8 h. ago Health Canada issues urgent recall for $130 face cream sold nationwide

Health Canada has issued a recall of a popular beauty cream sold across Canada due to potential contamination.In a statement shared on Wednesday, April 30, the agency announced the recall of the Watier Age Control Supreme Sublime Advanced Rich day cream due to "microbial contamination."The cream can ordinarily be found on shelves at stores like Shoppers Drug Mart and Sephora, and on Amazon Canada. It retails for $120-$128."The recalled product does not meet microbial standards over time," reads the statement. "The product may contain a microorganism called Lactobacillus pentosus. Lactobacillus pentosus (a probiotic) poses little medical risk to people."Due to the recall, consumers in Canada are being asked to stop using the product immediately.Health CanadaThe recalled batch of Watier Age Control Supreme Sublime Advanced Rich day cream was manufactured in Canada. It's packaged in a printed cylindrical glass jar tha...

Economics

9 h. ago McDonald’s says sales keep falling as diners hit by high prices

McDonald's reports first-quarter sales declined more than expected globally, particularly in the United States as economic worries and high prices continue to pressure consumers.

Economics

10 h. ago FlexEnergy Solutions Signs Agreement for the Sale of Its Canadian Operations to Focus on Growth Opportunities

CENTENNIAL, Colo. — FlexEnergy Solutions (“FlexEnergy”), a leader in reliable, clean, on-demand power solutions, today announced the signing of a Purchase and Sale Agreement to sell 100% of its shares of Flex Leasing Power and Service ULC (“FlexEnergy Canada”) to Enterprise Group, Inc. (“Enterprise”), a consolidator of energy services (including specialized equipment and services to […]

Other

11 h. ago Global shares rise as U.S. futures gain amid subdued holiday trading

The U.S. has been hit with the threat of a worst-case scenario called “stagflation,” one where the economy stagnates yet inflation remains high.

Society

12 h. ago First Atlantic Nickel Featured in Article Highlighting Hydrogen Potential of Newfoundland and Labrador Nickel Deposits

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First Atlantic Nickel Corp. (TSXV: FAN) (OTCQB: FANCF) (FSE: P21) (“First Atlantic” or the “Company”) a Canadian mineral exploration company focused on developing its 100%-owned Atlantic Nickel Project, a large-scale nickel project strategically located near existing infrastructure in central Newfoundland, Canada, is pleased to be featured […]

Culture

12 h. ago Yellen Warns US Recession Risk Is ‘Way Up’ After Trump’s Tariffs

Janet Yellen warned that the risk of a US recession has “gone way up” after Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs rattled financial markets, consumers and businesses.

Economics