43 m. ago Forbes’ Billionaires List has 76 Canadian entries. Here’s who they are

Most of Canada's billionaires reportedly live in Canada, with 20 listed as residing in Toronto, 13 in Montreal and 6 in Vancouver, according to Forbes

Economics

56 m. ago AirgainConnect® Fleet™ 5G Vehicle Gateway Certified on Verizon’s Ultra

Certification unlocks ultra-reliable 5G performance, low latency, and secure fleet connectivity on Verizon’s industry-leading network. SAN DIEGO — Airgain, Inc. (NASDAQ: AIRG), a leading provider of advanced wireless connectivity solutions that drive cutting-edge innovation in 5G technology, today announced that its next-generation AirgainConnect® Fleet™ 5G Vehicle Gateway (AC-Fleet™) has been certified for deployment on Verizon’s […]

Technology

80 m. ago TV series Murder in a Small Town has brought $4 million into the Sunshine Coast economy

The FOX/Global production Murder in a Small Town, starring Kristin Kreuk and Rossif Sutherland, is back shooting in the coastal B.C. area and locals are happy

Economics

2 h. ago Billionaire chairman of Toronto Maple Leafs and Raptors just keeps getting richer

If you're looking to get into a thriving business venture in Toronto, there are few better bets than the Toronto Raptors and Maple Leafs.For longtime MLSE chairman Larry Tanenbaum, it looks like the past year has been quite profitable for him.Owning 20 per cent of both franchises (as well as Toronto FC, the Toronto Argonauts, and three minor-league teams) through his company Kilmer Sports, Tanenbaum found himself increasing his net worth by about 12 per cent over the past year.Tanenbaum moved up 25 spots on the Forbes' list of Billionaires for 2025, going from #1330 to #1305. His net worth increased US$300 million from US$2.5 billion to US$2.8 billion, or about C$3.57 billion to C$4 billion.The Argonauts are coming off of a season where they won the 2024 Grey Cup, but the organization's other teams haven't been quite as successful in recent years.The Raptors have missed the playoffs three years in a row, Toronto FC have missed them four years in a row, and while the Maple Leafs have...

Other

3 h. ago London lawyer blasts legal group for nixing entrepreneur's speech

A London human rights lawyer has joined the chorus of critics opposing a legal group’s decision to cancel an address by a Syrian-born entrepreneur because of his social media posts.

Economics

4 h. ago As Ontario colleges lay off staff and close campuses, executive pay climbs

According to data released through the annual salary disclosures list, the top five best-paid college presidents in Ontario made an average of roughly $491,000 in 2024.

Other

17 h. ago Oilpatch wish list for transforming energy policy makes its election debut

Oil and gas companies are watching the federal election closely for clarity on how the country's energy policy could evolve

Politics

18 h. ago BUTT OUT: Paige Spiranac fires back at troll that criticized her for posting cheeky clip

'It’s not the biggest peach now but I’ve been working harder than I ever have in the gym and also with my diet.'

Events

20 h. ago Why does Trump want tariffs? Here’s what he has said about U.S. imports.

President Donald Trump is expected to announce sweeping new tariffs Wednesday, which he has dubbed “Liberation Day.” The move comes after the administration has already imposed or announced tariffs on steel and aluminum imports and some products coming from China, Mexico and Canada. Critics of the proposals say tariffs are a tax ultimately paid by […]

Economics

22 h. ago Remove drugs from potential retaliatory tariffs list, pharmacists urge

The Canadian Pharmacists Association is urging the federal government to remove all drug-related products from its list of potential retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. The association says there are currently eight pharmaceutical tariff codes on the list, but it’s not clear which specific medications or drug products they include. The pharmacists association also says if […]

Economics

23 h. ago BTQ Technologies Corp. to Present at the AI & Technology Virtual Investor Conference April 3rd

BTQ invites individual and institutional investors, as well as advisors and analysts, to attend online at VirtualInvestorConferences.com VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BTQ Technologies Corp. (OTCQX: BTQQF) (CBOE CA: BTQ) (FSE: NG3), a global quantum technology company focused on securing mission-critical networks, today announced that Nicolas Roussy Newton, Co-Founder and COO will […]

Culture

24 h. ago 10 Ontario companies named among best employers in one category for 2025

Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers list for 2025 just dropped, and if you're simultaneously looking for a job while taking care of your little ones, you might want to consider these companies based in Ontario that provide a wide range of programs and initiatives, such as generous maternity and parental leave and daycare assistance. The annual designation recognizes the country's leaders who support employees as they balance work and family obligations.Employers are judged based on a wide range of policies, including paid personal and earned-days-off (EDO) programs, flexible work arrangements, compassionate leave, elder care assistance, adoption support, and reproductive assistance, such as fertility drugs and IVF.The competition also analyzes academic bursaries for employees' children, and any other programs that are designed to address work-life balance challenges. Many Toronto-based companies were recognized on this year's list, including Boston C...

Economics

26 h. ago American Tungsten Corp. Joins The Critical Mineral Institute

Vancouver, BC, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — American Tungsten Corp. (CSE:TUNG) (OTCQB:DEMRF) (FSE:RK9) (“American Tungsten” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has become a member of the Critical Minerals Institute (the “CMI”). The CMI is a global organization dedicated to addressing the challenges and opportunities in the critical minerals sector. The […]

Events

36 h. ago China’s Government Is Selling Its First Sovereign Green Bond

China kicked off its first-ever sale of a green sovereign bond, as it looks to raise as much as 6 billion yuan ($826 million) in an offering it plans to list in London.

Economics

40 h. ago Maple Leafs’ Matthews gladly ‘witnessing history’ in Ovechkin chase

The long list of National Hockey League types blown away by Alex Ovechkin’s goal-record chase includes the guy who might catch him one day. Ovechkin went into the Washington Capitals’ game in Boston against the Bruins on Tuesday night five goals short of breaking Wayne Gretzky’s record of 894 for most in NHL history. Maple […]

Other

42 h. ago 47 Canadians named among the richest billionaires in the world

It's that time of the year again. Forbes' 2025 World's Billionaires list is out, and several of the richest Canadians made the list.Not only are the rich getting richer, but the world now has more billionaires than ever. For the first time, the number of billionaires has crossed the 3,000 threshold, and currently, there are 3,028 billionaires globally — up by 247 compared to last year. Combined, their wealth totals US$$16.1 trillion, an increase of US$2 trillion compared to 2024.The U.S. has 902 billionaires, followed by China with 516 (including Hong Kong) and India with 205 billionaires.It seems that there are fewer Canadians who made the list this time, and there's been a dramatic reshuffling, with some even dropping from the list entirely. Last year, 67 Canadians were among the richest in the world; this year, that number has fallen to 47.Notably absent from the list is Chinese Canadian billionaire Changpeng Zhao, who goes by CZ.Last year, the founder and former CEO of the...

Other

43 h. ago ‘Certified health nut’ boasts about benefits of drinking urine

A man who describes himself as a “certified health nut” is promoting the power of urine and how he makes it part of his daily regimen. Troy Casey, a former model who claims to be a leading longevity authority, has one tried and true item on his to-do list every day: Drinking his own pee. […]

Science

43 h. ago Booker Grabs Spotlight in Marathon Senate Speech Slamming Trump

Sen. Cory Booker is delivering a marathon speech critical of President Donald Trump, holding the Senate floor overnight as he and other Democrats seek to address the clamor among party loyalists to fight harder and more visibly against administration policies.

Other

49 h. ago Add these Vancouver concerts in April to your events calendar

AC/DC lead the list of must-see shows coming to town in April

Other

50 h. ago Breakenridge: Premier can't dodge criticism for response to U.S. tariff threat

Smith positions herself as an 'I’m going to do it my way and I don’t care if you don’t like it' sort of politician, but gets rather defensive when people don’t like what she’s doing

Economics