1 hour ago Bank of Canada holds key rate steady amid trade war, economic uncertainty

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada left its benchmark interest rate unchanged Wednesday as it waits to get a clearer picture of how global trade uncertainty is going to impact the Canadian economy.  The central bank held its policy rate steady at 2.75 per cent, the first time it has left the key rate unchanged […]

Economics

3 h. ago SunOpta Inc. Schedules First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Release and Conference Call

MINNEAPOLIS — SunOpta Inc. (“SunOpta” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq:STKL) (TSX:SOY), an innovative and sustainable manufacturer fueling the future of food, today announced that the Company will issue financial results for the first quarter ended March 29, 2025 after the markets close on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Following the release, SunOpta will host a conference call […]

Culture

3 h. ago New Jersey Transit train engineers reject labor deal with management

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey Transit train engineers have rejected a labor agreement with management, raising the potential for a strike or a lockout next month. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen on Tuesday rejected the March deal by a margin of 87%, the union said in a statement. The Railway Labor Act […]

Transport

4 h. ago HILL: CPP another example of Albertans’ outsized contribution to Canada

Put simply, Albertan workers have been helping fund the retirement of Canadians from coast to coast for decades, and without Alberta, the CPP would look much different.

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5 h. ago South Africa to Court Middle East Investors for Infrastructure Push

South Africa plans to open its first overseas office for its infrastructure development agency in the Middle East, aiming to tap into the region’s deep-pocketed investors to fund energy, water and logistics projects.

Economics

5 h. ago Revolutionizing Health Tech: ITEN and Baracoda Join Forces to Power Next

PARIS — In a world where health and sustainability increasingly intersect, ITEN and Baracoda are forging a path toward innovation. ITEN, a leading innovator and manufacturer in micro solid state battery technology, and Baracoda, a daily healthtech pioneer, are proud to announce their collaboration, bringing unparalleled energy efficiency to the next generation of health tracking […]

Science

5 h. ago New Abacus Data Poll Reveals that Most Canadians See Cannabis as a Key Pillar of Canada’s Economic Future

Clear majority believes Canada’s $7.4 billion legal cannabis industry should be empowered to grow amid rising global trade tensions TORONTO — Organigram Global Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), (the “Company” or “Organigram”), Canada’s #1 cannabis company by market share, today released new public opinion data showing strong national support for growing Canada’s economy through homegrown […]

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6 h. ago Aurora Mobile Launches Hong Kong Edition of JVerification to Streamline and Innovate Cross

SHENZHEN, China, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aurora Mobile Limited (NASDAQ: JG) (“Aurora Mobile” or the “Company”), a leading provider of customer engagement and marketing technology services in China, today announced the official launch of the Hong Kong edition of its verification service, JVerification (“JVerification (HK)”). As digital transformation continues to accelerate globally, the […]

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7 h. ago Ottawa cop Charlene Abella released on bail after arrest for sex crimes

Charlene Abella was granted bail while awaiting prosecution for sex crimes against girls, including two counts of sexual interference, which means the alleged victim was under 16.

Events

7 h. ago Purdy: Greens would bolster the local economy and restore our place in the world

We need an all-hands-on-deck approach, with all MPs working together.

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9 h. ago First homes at Jericho Lands development in Vancouver could open in 2032

Decision on Jericho Lands Official Development Plan put over to next Tuesday due to large number of speakers

Sport

11 h. ago Tigo Energy Expands EI Residential with Smart Heating Integration at Intersolar Europe

Tigo to showcase new GO Junction and TS4-X platform, as well as fully integrated solar, storage, mobility, and heating solution for evolving needs of the European market. MONTEVARCHI, Italy — Tigo Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: TYGO) (“Tigo,” “Company”), a leading provider of intelligent solar and energy software solutions, will feature its latest innovations for residential as […]

Economics

11 h. ago Les artistes francophones à Ottawa espèrent un décloisonnement et plus de financement

Les organismes espèrent plus de fonds de la part de la Ville pour faire face à la hausse du coût de la vie.

Culture

11 h. ago Indonesia Hikes Mining Royalties in Bid to Fund Prabowo Policies

Indonesia has raised the royalty rate to be paid by nickel, tin and other metal producers as the government searches for ways to fund President Prabowo Subianto’s ambitious but costly priority policies.

Events

13 h. ago The Battle of Ontario between the Senators and Maple Leafs is back

For the first time in 21 years, the Senators and Leafs will meet in the playoffs

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13 h. ago Marner hits 100 points, Maple Leafs clinch Atlantic Division title in win

Toronto will face Ottawa in Battle of Ontario first-round playoff matchup

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14 h. ago Ottawa police attempting to ID suspect after arson on Clarence Street

The incident took place in the 200 block of Clarence on April 7 at about 11:30 p.m., police said.

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17 h. ago Measles is spreading in Ontario — here's what you need to know

How measles is transmitted, how you can protect yourself, whether you need to update your vaccinations, and more.

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17 h. ago Federal Court of Appeal dismisses challenge of federal firearms ban

OTTAWA — The Federal Court of Appeal has dismissed a challenge of a Liberal government ban on firearms the government considers fit only for the battlefield, not for hunting or sport shooting. The Liberals outlawed some 1,500 firearm models and variants in May 2020, meaning they could no longer be legally used, sold or imported. […]

Events

17 h. ago Ottawa exemptera des constructeurs automobiles des droits de douane de rétorsion

Les tarifs sur les importations de pièces automobiles aux États-Unis devaient entrer en vigueur au plus tard le 3 mai.

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