7 d. ago Ottawa went too far in cutting number of temporary immigrant workers, Quebec says

Comment signals a shift in province's stand and appears to have been sparked by complaints from business owners across Quebec.

Society

8 d. ago Most small business owners are slashing their own salaries, survey shows

According to a recently released survey, 69 per cent of Canadian small business owners either reduced or eliminated their own salaries.

Economics

9 d. ago Popular downtown Toronto pub closing after 81 years for future condo

A long-time downtown Toronto tavern featuring a glowing red neon sign will be closing its doors permanently to condo developers. The owners of The Imperial Pub, in business for more than eight decades, announced they will be serving their last pint and meal in mid-November. “Thank you, Toronto, for 81 wonderful years,” the pub’s website […]

Other

1 week ago Edmonton owner Larry Thompson dies at age 65 just over a year after buying Elks

Larry Thompson, the former season-ticket holder who became owner of the Edmonton Elks, has died. He was 65. The Elks confirmed Thompson’s death Thursday, saying he succumbed to complications following an unspecified surgery. Thompson’s death is the second tragedy in less than two weeks for the CFL. General manager Ted Goveia of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats […]

Events

2 w. ago 'Enough of this': Frustrated Pitt Meadows business owner fights back after arson, vandalism

A local business owner was fed up with vagrants defecating on her stoop. When she confronted one, she said he tried to burn down her store.

Economics

2 w. ago 'Enough': Frustrated Pitt Meadows business owner fights back after arson, vandalism

A local business owner was fed up with vagrants defecating on her stoop. When she confronted one, she said he tried to burn down her store

Economics

2 w. ago Hellman’s offers to save Spanish cafe after alleged arson over mayo

A cafe owner in Spain is getting their business back on track thanks to Hellman’s after a disgruntled, mayo-demanding customer allegedly started a fire. Cafeteria Las Postas, in Seville, took to Instagram to share with their followers news of the restaurant attack by a man who wanted mayonnaise. “This afternoon, we suffered an attack in […]

Other

2 w. ago Toronto business turns to public for support amid owners' health battles

A Toronto business is looking to its community for support as the family behind its operations faces two challenging health battles. The Gargoyle is a collectibles store that's been selling toys, comics, and cars to vintage collectors and pop culture enthusiasts for seven years. The couple behind the store, David Wong and his wife, Charlene, have lived in the Upper Beaches for nearly a decade and have become embedded in the Kingston Road Village community. At the beginning of the summer, David was diagnosed with esophageal cancer and has since been receiving treatment at Princess Margaret. On top of this, David has been supporting Charlene through her battle with Parkinson's Disease for the past 15 years. With his help, the family has been able to go to the YMCA gym every day, bike, stand-up paddleboard at the beach, and run The Gargoyle together. However, with David focusing on receiving treatment, Charlene is unable to...

Economics

2 w. ago Royal Mail Owner IDS Eyes First Bonds Since Kretinsky Buyout

International Distribution Services Ltd., which operates the UK’s Royal Mail postal service, is planning to raise two benchmark-sized euro bonds in its first debt sale since being bought by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky.

Economics

3 w. ago Surrey extortion threats: B.C. government, police and Crime Stoppers to make announcement

Surrey police said they are investigating 44 extortion cases against residents and business owners, including 27 that involved shootings.

Events

3 w. ago Wellington Bridge closure worries small business owners in west

A decade ago, it was the two-year-long 102 Avenue bridge closure. Now, another bridge just down that same road is expected to be closed for the same amount of time.

Economics

3 w. ago DEAR ABBY: Wife’s financial planning sparks protest from husband

DEAR ABBY: I’ve been married for 19 years to my second husband, “Jack.” Our children are grown. When we met, I was a business owner, and he was retired. He has had numerous medical issues and procedures, and I have always insured him on my health plans and been his advocate. We have always had […]

Other

3 w. ago Cleanfarms Marks 15th Anniversary with White Paper on Circular Economy for Canadian Agriculture

ETOBICOKE, Ontario, Sept. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Cleanfarms launched its first-ever white paper, entitled: Circular Economy for Canadian Agriculture—Better for Business, Better for Canada. It makes a compelling, evidence-based case for Canadian business owners in the agricultural sector to join a bold new conversation on how to transition from a “take-make-dispose” operations model and instead […]

Society

3 w. ago 'Everyone is scared': Extortion victims in Surrey still receiving threats, no new arrests made

Business owners who were victims of crime after refusing to comply with extortionists say the threats have started again

Events

4 w. ago Owners clarify London eatery's future after downtown spot listed for lease

Operator says they are looking for a smaller location in the city

Other

last month CRIME SCENE: Two sought after attempted arson at Clarington business

Durham Regional Police are searching for two male after an attempted arson at a Clarington business over the weekend. Cops responded to the Baseline Rd. W. and Cigas Rd. area on Saturday morning after the business owner reported two incendiary devices on the property. Officers found two bottles filled with an ignitable substance. Police said […]

Economics