76 m. ago U.S. Senate votes against resolution to block Trump’s global tariffs amid economic turmoil

Wary of a rebuke to Trump, GOP leaders encouraged their conference not to vote for the resolution, even as many of them remain unconvinced about the tariffs

Economics

3 h. ago Ukraine, U.S. sign critical minerals deal after Trump presses for payback for military aid

The deal is expected to give the U.S. access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals while providing Kyiv a measure of assurance about continued American support against Russia

Events

3 h. ago Trade War Leads Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railway to Lower 2025 Guidance

Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd. cut its financial outlook for this year due to the uncertainty caused by the US administration’s tariff and trade policy.

Economics

4 h. ago Zambia Extends Emergency Power Tariffs as Low Dam Levels Persist

Zambia’s electricity supply woes are far from over, with the energy regulator again extending emergency power tariffs as its drought-sapped hydropower dams take time to replenish.

Economics

6 h. ago Chris Selley: Poilievre has a strong case to stay Conservative leader, but it’s not ironclad

What if Mark Carney doesn't end up as terrible a prime minister as many Conservatives expect he will be?

Politics

6 h. ago The Senate is voting on whether to block Trump’s global tariffs amid economic turmoil

WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats are forcing a vote Wednesday evening on whether to block global tariffs announced by Donald Trump earlier this month, a potentially tough vote for some Republicans who have expressed concerns about the policy but are wary of crossing the president. Trump announced the far-reaching tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading […]

Economics

6 h. ago With uncertainty over trade and tariffs, CPKC lowers financial forecast despite Q1 profit increase

Shifting tariffs and a risk of recession prompt more moderate earnings expectations

Economics

6 h. ago CPKC lowers financial forecast amid ‘trade storm,’ but stresses new trade flows

Shifting tariffs and a risk of recession prompt more moderate earnings expectations

Economics

6 h. ago S&P/TSX composite index down, U.S. markets mixed on weakening economic data

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index closed down Wednesday while U.S. markets were mixed as economic data showed signs of weakness on both sides of the border. Statistics Canada reported that the Canadian economy shrunk 0.2 per cent in February, though economists said harsh winter weather could be more to blame than tariff issues. In […]

Other

6 h. ago Ontario expected to fall into recession this year as a result of U.S. tariffs

There's been a lot of talk about a forthcoming recession in Canada since Wells Fargo forecasted that the nation will "enter a technical recession this year," but anyone who's been staying abreast of our languishing economic trajectory is well aware that we've already been in a per-capita recession for many months.With unemployment continuing to rise alongside the cost of living, the U.S. slapping tariffs on Canadian imports has come at possibly the worst time, and will be a key factor edging us into recession proper.Of course, some industries and geographical areas will feel the effects more than others, depending on how things end up playing out in the hands of a flip-floppy President Trump. But when it comes to Ontario specifically, one new report sheds light on what Canada's most populous province can expect economically.Coming from the desk of the Financial Accountability Office of Ontario, the docu...

Economics

7 h. ago Beat it to the Jubilee this fall as Broadway Across Canada brings MJ along with Moulin Rouge and Mamma Mia!

Broadway Across Canada’s new season includes two shows still on Broadway, two old favourites, and a non-musical. The new season starts in November with MJ The Musical, which is not the story of Michael Jackson’s life, but rather of his Dangerous World Tour of 1992, and how it was created. It features 25 of his […]

Transport

7 h. ago Airbus tells U.S. airlines they’ll need to pay their own tariffs

Airbus cautioned tariffs injected uncertainty into an aviation industry supply chain not fully recovered from Covid-19

Economics

7 h. ago Ottawa Senators ready to write another chapter in Battle of Ontario comeback story

For the Ottawa Senators, it will be do-or-die for the third straight time when they take on the Toronto Maple Leafs at home Thursday night.

Events

7 h. ago WATCH: Premier Ford rants against many ‘terrible’ bleeding heart judges

WATCH: Ontario Premier Doug Ford doesn’t hold back in his criticism of judges he feels are soft on crime. What do YOU think? Tell us your thoughts in the comment section below or send us a Letter to the Editor for possible publication to torsun.editor@sunmedia.ca.  Letters must be 250 words or less and signed. And […]

Culture

7 h. ago ‘Walking on a tightrope’: Deloitte predicts downturn for Canadian economy

According to the report, Canada’s economy is expected to take experience a 'modest downturn' over the second and third quarters of the year.

Other

8 h. ago Stock markets drop on news that U.S. economy shrank amid tariffs

Such data raises the threat of a worst-case scenario called 'stagflation,' one where the economy stagnates yet inflation remains high.

Economics

8 h. ago How U.S. tariff uncertainty weighed on Bank of Canada’s latest rate move

The Bank of Canada is growing more cautious about interest rate policy as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs take effect on the economy, according to the latest report.

Economics

8 h. ago Doug Ford floats idea of electing judges during ‘rant’ on bail reform

Ontario Premier blasted judges whom he perceives as being soft on crime, and suggested offering them payouts to retire early

Society

8 h. ago B.C. home sales forecast to fall further over uncertainty about economy

The BCREA says residential sales in B.C. are expected to fall by 1.1 per cent this year as tariff threats cause uncertainty with buyers.

Other

8 h. ago Bank of Canada considered cutting interest rate in April as Trump tariffs roiled markets

Summary of minutes shows some policymakers wanted more information on tariffs and their potential impact

Economics