11 h. ago Canada exempt from Trump’s new tariffs, existing duties remain

WASHINGTON — The White House says that Canada and Mexico are exempt from the new reciprocal tariffs announced today by U.S. President Donald Trump.  A fact sheet from Trump’s office says goods imported under the existing continental trade deal, known as CUSMA, will not face tariffs, while those outside the deal will see a 10 […]

Economics

11 h. ago Canada among few exempt from Trump’s new tariffs, existing duties remain

WASHINGTON — Prime Minister Mark Carney will address reporters shortly after the White House declared both Canada and Mexico exempt from new reciprocal tariffs announced Wednesday by U.S. President Donald Trump. A fact sheet from Trump’s office says goods imported under the existing continental trade deal, known as the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement, will not face tariffs, […]

Economics

17 h. ago Remove drugs from potential retaliatory tariffs list, pharmacists urge

The Canadian Pharmacists Association is urging the federal government to remove all drug-related products from its list of potential retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. The association says there are currently eight pharmaceutical tariff codes on the list, but it’s not clear which specific medications or drug products they include. The pharmacists association also says if […]

Economics

24 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

34 h. ago Maple Leafs’ Matthews gladly ‘witnessing history’ in Ovechkin chase

The long list of National Hockey League types blown away by Alex Ovechkin’s goal-record chase includes the guy who might catch him one day. Ovechkin went into the Washington Capitals’ game in Boston against the Bruins on Tuesday night five goals short of breaking Wayne Gretzky’s record of 894 for most in NHL history. Maple […]

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8 d. ago Sri Lanka Central Bank Chief Says Policy Rate Is Appropriate

Sri Lanka’s central bank governor said monetary policy is “appropriate” right now, as the South Asian nation’s economy and inflation are moving in line with their goals.

Events

1 week ago Conquest Planning Partners with PWL Capital to Increase Access to Hyper

PWL’s deep integration with Conquest enables its advisors to deliver more bespoke, data-driven advice WINNIPEG, Manitoba — Conquest Planning Inc. (“Conquest”), a technology platform modernizing financial planning with customized and convenient advice, today announced a partnership with PWL Capital (“PWL”), a planning-focused wealth management firm managing $5 billion in assets for more than 2,300 client […]

Economics

2 w. ago Russian oligarch’s daughters remain on Canada’s sanctions list despite condemning war on Ukraine

The daughters of Mikhail Fridman, the second richest man in Russia and considered part of Putin’s inner circle, went to court in Canada to oppose economic sanctions

Events

2 w. ago List of nominations announced by the National Newspaper Awards

TORONTO — Finalists for the National Newspaper Awards include four nominations for the national news agency The Canadian Press/La Presse Canadienne. Here’s look at the categories and contenders: ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT -Richie Assaly, Toronto Star, for his portfolio of stories about musicians Mustafa, John Kameel Farah and Elisapie -Charles-Eric Blais-Poulin et Jean Siag, La Presse, […]

Society

2 w. ago Freeland’s in, Gould is out: Here’s the complete list of PM Mark Carney’s first cabinet

The new Liberal government has 24 ministers — 13 men and 11 women, including Carney — and no deputy prime minister

Transport

3 w. ago 'Loser': Harsh verdict from NHL commentators on Edmonton Oilers at trade deadline

The annual lists of National Hockey League trade deadline winners and losers are out, and they’re generally none too kind of the Edmonton Oilers. One or two NHL commentators see the Oilers as deadline day winners, but the majority viewpoint is that GM Stan Bowman and his Oilers were losers. I can’t say I agree […]

Economics