20 m. ago GOLDSTEIN: Chiang case raises concerns about Carney and China

Liberal MP Paul Chiang’s decision to withdraw from his candidacy in a Toronto-area riding after saying a Conservative opponent could be delivered to the Chinese consulate in Toronto to claim a bounty of one million Hong Kong dollars, has reignited the issue of China’s foreign interference in our democracy.  Particularly so given Liberal leader Mark […]

Transport

35 m. ago Fed’s Kugler Supports Holding Rates Amid Upside Inflation Risks

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler said it’s appropriate to keep interest rates unchanged until upside risks to inflation abate, pointing to government policy changes, the recent lack of progress on cooling price growth and rising inflation expectations.

Economics

40 m. ago Trump’s tariffs have launched global trade wars. Here’s a timeline of how we got here

NEW YORK — Long-threatened tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump have plunged the country into trade wars abroad — all while on-again, off-again new levies continue to escalate uncertainty. Trump is no stranger to tariffs. He launched a trade war during his first term, taking particular aim at China by putting taxes on most of […]

Economics

88 m. ago Manitoba puts up money for the agricultural sector in the face of tariffs

BRANDON, MAN. — The Manitoba government is promising $150 million for the agricultural sector to help handle tariffs imposed by the United States and China. The province says it will provide $10 million in additional matching funds for the AgriStability program, as well as $140.8 million for business risk management programs such as AgriInsurance and […]

Society

2 h. ago Toronto warehouse sale blows out Canadian mattresses and bedding at mega discounts

It's spring time in Toronto, which means that darned annual spring cleaning ritual. If you've been thinking about tossing out your old mattress, this is your sign to do it — and replace it with something made in Canada to boot.Treat yourself to a restful sleep and knot-free back at the annual Silk & Snow Toronto Warehouse Sale and score mega savings on award-winning Canadian-made mattresses and more.For just one weekend only from April 3 to 6, shoppers can head to the International Centre and shop Silk & Snow's product line — recognized for its bed-in-a-box and beloved bedding — at up to 50 per cent off.Top selling products like Silk and Snow mattresses will be on sale at never-before-seen prices, as a thank-you to dedicated customers! From organic, hybrid, and the OG S&S mattresses, customers will find a range of firm and plush options.Sleepers that run warm will love Silk & Snow's four-star rated percale cotton sheets, promisin...

Other

3 h. ago From Vancouver to San Jose, Macklin Celebrini finds a home away from home

There's also no playbook for an NHL freshman. Everything is new — the level of competition, the expectations, the money, life off the ice.

Other

4 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

4 h. ago The Redesign Group Awarded 2025 North America Emerging Partner of the Year by Rapid7

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — The Redesign Group (“Redesign”), a global technology & cybersecurity firm, today announced it has been named 2025 North America Emerging Partner of the Year by Rapid7, a leader in extended risk and threat detection. This award recognizes Redesign’s exceptional growth in the past year—a result of consistent collaboration to deliver market-leading […]

Culture

5 h. ago Russian Negotiator Dmitriev to Meet Envoy Witkoff in Washington

US special envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to meet in Washington with senior Russian negotiator Kirill Dmitriev, according to a person familiar with the plans, an effort to smooth over tensions after President Donald Trump vented frustration with counterpart Vladimir Putin.

Other

6 h. ago Tesla sales fall 13 per cent in Q1 after backlash against Elon Musk

China's BYD is set to unseat Tesla as the top global EV seller for the first time this year with a 15.7 per cent market share, ahead of Tesla's 15.3 per cent.

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6 h. ago Poilievre Pitches Expanding US Trade to Fund Canada’s Military

Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre says his government would push for an urgent renegotiation of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement, and all revenues collected from increased trade with the US would fund expanding Canada’s military.

Economics

7 h. ago Canadians are about to get their second GST payment for 2025

Canadians are just days away from receiving their second GST credit payment of the year.The goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax (GST/HST) credit is a tax-free quarterly payment. Its purpose is to help families with low and modest incomes offset the taxes they pay.Eligible Canadians will see extra cash in their bank accounts on Friday, April 4.Are you eligible for the GST payment?According to the government, those eligible are at least 19 years old and a Canadian resident for income tax purposes a month before the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) makes the payment.If you are under 19 years old, the government says you must meet at least one of the following conditions during the same period:You have (or had) a spouse or common-law partnerYou are (or were) a parent and live (or lived) with your childParents who share custody may be eligible for half of the credit for that child.If your income is equal to or exceeds the amounts below, you or your family won't qualify for the credit....

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8 h. ago Canada Construction Industry Databook 2025: Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, Infrastructure, City Level Market Size & Forecasts by Value & Volume 2020

DUBLIN — The “Canada Construction Industry Databook – Market Size & Forecast by Value & Volume, 40+ Market Segments Across Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, Infrastructure Construction, City Level Construction by Value and Construction Cost Structure, Q1 2025 Update” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. Construction market in Canada is expected to grow by 3.9% […]

Economics

9 h. ago All eyes on Trump as trade war continues to dominate election campaign

OTTAWA — All eyes are on U.S. President Donald Trump as he prepares to hit multiple countries with “reciprocal” tariffs. Liberal Leader Mark Carney is pausing his campaign to take part in meetings in Ottawa ahead of the expected tariffs. On top of the expected “reciprocal” tariffs, it’s not clear whether a temporary pause on […]

Politics

9 h. ago Mark Carney suspending campaign to hold meetings on Trump tariffs

OTTAWA — Liberal Leader Mark Carney is pausing his federal election campaign and returning to Ottawa for meetings as prime minister ahead of Wednesday’s announcement on U.S. tariffs. U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to hit multiple countries with “reciprocal” tariffs. The Carney campaign said no details about the meetings are available yet. Carney has […]

Economics

9 h. ago ELIQUENT Life Sciences Announces Strategic Acquisition of Leading Pharmacovigilance Firm Truliant Consulting & Expanded Pharmacovigilance Platform

WASHINGTON & LONDON — ELIQUENT Life Sciences (ELIQUENT), a global regulatory, quality, and safety consulting firm, today announced the acquisition of Truliant Consulting (Truliant), a leading pharmacovigilance, risk management, and regulatory compliance advisory firm. This strategic acquisition reinforces ELIQUENT’s position as a premier provider of end-to-end support for every stage of the product lifecycle. “Truliant […]

Economics

11 h. ago China Restricts Companies From Investing in US as Tensions Rise

China has taken steps to restrict local companies from investing in the US, according to people familiar with the matter, in a move that could give Beijing more leverage for potential trade negotiations with the Trump administration.

Economics

13 h. ago Sri Lanka Firm Plans Nation’s First Listed Sukuk in Coming Weeks

Sri Lankan renewable energy producer Vidullanka Plc is planning to sell the nation’s first publicly listed Sukuk bond in coming weeks after efforts by the local bourse to kick start an Islamic finance market.

Economics

14 h. ago China Curtails More Renewables as Record Additions Stress Grid

More wind and solar power is going to waste in China as record additions of turbines and panels in recent years continue to strain the grid.

Sport

18 h. ago Gold Climbs to Near Record Ahead of Trump’s Latest Tariff Reveal

Gold climbed toward a record ahead of US President Donald Trump’s implementation of sweeping “reciprocal” tariffs, which are expected to take effect later Wednesday.

Economics