17 h. ago Edmonton Oilers, national pride a big focus of Canada's marketing movement

If it feels like you’re seeing more advertisements promoting Canadian products, services and businesses while out and about lately, that’s because for the past several months, all things Canada have had a bit of a moment in the world of marketing. Marketers tend to hop from trend to trend, attracting the eyes of consumers by […]

Society

5 d. ago Canadian businesses have to ‘turn inward’ and focus on the homegrown market, says steel CEO

ArcelorMittal Dofasco's Ron Bedard castigated himself for making his business too dependent on the U.S.

Economics

6 d. ago Dove Men+Care Encourages Canadian Dads to Celebrate ‘My Most Important Role’ on LinkedIn

Fathers and father figures are invited to make “Dad” a job title, challenging traditional ideals around masculinity and success TORONTO — To mark Father’s Day, Dove Men+Care invites Canadian Dads and father figures to update their LinkedIn profiles with one of their most meaningful life roles: “Dad.” Rolling out across Canada, the campaign encourages fathers […]

Economics

7 d. ago Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Global Energy Show The Global Energy Show kicks off on Tuesday in Calgary with people from 100 countries expected to attend the conference that will include a keynote address from the head of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting […]

Economics

8 d. ago U.S. ambassador says Canadians facing device searches, detainment ’not a pattern’

'We welcome Canadians to come in and invest, to spend their hard-earned Canadian dollars at U.S. businesses,' says U.S. Ambassador Pete Hoekstra

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9 d. ago CRIME SCENE: Toronto man accused of violating sanctions against Russia

A Toronto businessman was arrested last month for allegedly violating Canadian sanctions that prohibit technology trade and exports to Russia. The RCMP said, following a three-year investigation, its Ontario sanctions unit obtained consent from Canada’s Attorney General to commence a criminal prosecution under the Special Economic Measures Act and the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations. […]

Events

1 week ago JAY GOLDBERG: Canada Post and illicit drugs: another reason to privatize a failing Crown corporation

There are many reasons to private Canada Post. The fact that cartels use the postal service to help facilitate the contraband drug trade should be one of them.  As Canadian consumers and small businesses are left in limbo about whether mail delivery will once again be interrupted by a strike for a lengthy period, as […]

Other

1 week ago Smoke From Canadian Wildfires Could Lead to Hazy European Skies

Smoke from wildfires burning in Canada continues to blow across the Atlantic into Europe, but it is largely contained in a high-altitude layer of the atmosphere and is unlikely to affect air quality.

Events

1 week ago Petronas Is Said to Explore Sale of $7 Billion Canadian Business

Petroliam Nasional Bhd. is considering options for its Canadian company formerly known as Progress Energy Resources Corp., including a sale, according to people familiar with the matter.

Economics

1 week ago Open letter calls on regulators to restart climate disclosure work

TORONTO — A group of 80 women leaders in business and civil society have called on Canadian securities regulators to resume work on climate disclosures. In an open letter organized by Women Leading on Climate, the signatories say the “abrupt” April decision by regulators to halt the work puts the economy at risk. The proposed […]

Society

2 w. ago Canadian Wildfires Force Oilsands Evacuations, Stop Oil Flows

Raging Western Canadian wildfires that have forced thousands of people from their homes are now also prompting evacuations from oilsands projects in northern Alberta.

Events

2 w. ago Bank of Canada expected to hold key rate after surprise Q1 GDP jump

OTTAWA — The Canadian economy got a boost to start the year as businesses rushed to get ahead of tariffs, and some economists believe that lift will be enough to keep the Bank of Canada on the sidelines at its interest rate decision next week. Real gross domestic product rose 2.2 per cent annualized in […]

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2 w. ago Opinion: PM Carney wants Canada to be an energy superpower – here’s how he can prove it 

Prime Minister Mark Carney says he wants Canada to become an energy superpower. That’s the right goal, and now that he’s in charge, it’s time to back up his lofty words with real action – here’s how he can prove it. Tell the world there is a business case for Canadian LNG Canadian liquefied natural […]

Transport

2 w. ago WorkSafeBC should issue refunds due to $2 billion surplus, CFIB says

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business says WorkSafeBC is sitting on a surplus of $2 billion, which is actually above its funding target.

Economics

2 w. ago Definity signs deal to buy Travelers’ Canadian operations for $3.3 billion

Definity says the deal excludes Travelers' Canadian surety business

Economics

2 w. ago  71% of Canadian and 43% of Mexican Consumers Intend to Buy Fewer U.S. Grocery Products in 2025, dunnhumby Study Reveals

25% of Canadians and Latin Americans who are buying less from the U.S. this year, said that this would become permanent behavior in the future CINCINNATI — Seventy-one percent of Canadian and 43% of Mexican consumers report they will buy fewer U.S. grocery products in 2025 according to the tenth wave of the dunnhumby Consumer […]

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2 w. ago Travelers to Sell Its Canadian Personal Insurance Business and Majority of Its Canadian Commercial Insurance Business to Definity for US$2.4 Billion

Travelers will retain its market-leading surety business in Canada NEW YORK — The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV) today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell the personal insurance business and the majority of the commercial insurance business of Travelers Canada to Definity Financial Corporation (TSX: DFY) for approximately US$2.4 billion. The […]

Economics

2 w. ago Reducing internal trade barriers tops priorities for businesses: KPMG poll

A new report says nearly two-thirds Canadian businesses want the government to work to reduce the barriers to internal trade in an effort to improve productivity. The poll by KPMG in Canada of 250 business leaders found 64 per cent of those surveyed says government removing interprovincial trade barriers and harmonizing regulations and credentials is […]

Economics

2 w. ago Canadian Icon Doug Gilmour Joins MooseMarket.ca as Official Spokesperson

“A new platform for Canadian-made products, backed by national pride and one of hockey’s greatest names.” BURLINGTON, Ontario — In a time when global trade tensions are challenging Canadian businesses and consumers, a new marketplace is answering the call for national pride and economic independence. MooseMarket.ca is proud to announce Canadian hockey legend Doug Gilmour […]

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3 w. ago Regimen Equity Partners Closes $24 Million Fundraising Round and Surpasses $200 Million in AUM

Strong Investor Interest Draws More Than Double Fundraising Goal VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Regimen Equity Partners (“Regimen”), a private equity firm specializing in acquiring and growing small to mid-sized Canadian businesses, today announced the successful completion of its latest fundraising round, raising $24 million— significantly surpassing its original $10 million […]

Economics