3 h. ago Tariffs will make sneakers, jeans and almost everything Americans wear cost more, trade groups warn

NEW YORK (AP) — Sending children back to school in new sneakers, jeans and T-shirts is likely to cost U.S. families significantly more this fall if the bespoke tariffs President Donald Trump put on leading exporters take effect as planned, American industry groups warn. About 97% of the clothes and shoes purchased in the U.S. […]

Economics

4 h. ago Toronto is getting its own version of Thailand's most famous street market this week

If watching The White Lotus every Sunday has you yearning to take a trip to Thailand (minus all the drama, of course), you're in luck because there's a market coming to Toronto this week that'll transport you to the bustling streets of Chiang Mai.Back for another year in a brand-new location, the team behind Pai is bringing their annual Songkran Market back to Toronto, this time taking place at Ta Phae Tavern, their brand-new, soon-to-open bar.Thailand's annual Songkran Festival, which, funnily enough, was actually featured on an episode of The White Lotus this season, marks the Thai New Year and is celebrated every year around April 13 with water fights and parades in the streets.As for Toronto's own celebration of the holiday, though, that'll look a little different.Ta Phae Tavern will be transformed to be reminiscent of Chiang Mai's weekly Sunday Market, and will feature a slew of local artisans and vendors selling everything from vintage clothing and vinyl re...

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7 h. ago What we learned from a predictable Edmonton Oilers loss to the Kings

“A lot of credit to (the Kings). Even with everyone in our lineup it will still be tough to generate chances just because of the way they play"

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8 h. ago Traffic restrictions on Memorial Drive set to take effect due to flood barrier construction

Starting Monday, commuters taking Memorial Drive in northwest Calgary should anticipate major traffic jams, longer drive times or find detours, as the roadway will once again be constricted to single-lane traffic for the coming months. The restrictions will accommodate construction on the Sunnyside Flood Barriers project, which started last July and is scheduled to end […]

Events

9 h. ago B.C. Premier to meet with Mark Carney over the soaring lumber duties imposed by U.S.

VICTORIA — British Columbia Premier David Eby says he will meet with Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday to discuss launching a Team Canada approach to support workers in the forestry sector in response to the latest U.S. decision on softwood lumber duties. The U.S. Department of Commerce said on Friday that it has determined […]

Transport

9 h. ago Player grades: Edmonton Oilers shut down and shut out by dominating Los Angeles Kings

The Edmonton Oilers were shut down and shut out by the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, losers of a defensive struggle. The Kings dominated the game, winning 3-0. In total, the Grade A shots were just eight for Edmonton, 12 for the Kings, with the subset of more dangerous 5-alarm shots eight for Los Angeles […]

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10 h. ago Anton Forsberg shuts the door as Senators knock off Florida Panthers

Anton Forsberg was the Zero Hero on Saturday afternoon. A 40-save performance from the Ottawa Senators goaltender, and some timely saves, led the club to a thrilling 3-0 victory over the Florida Panthers in front of a sellout crowd of 18,611 at the Canadian Tire Centre. Jake Sanderson, Drake Batherson and Matthew Highmore did the […]

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13 h. ago Robertson, Myers glad to get back in Maple Leafs lineup on Saturday

Keep that chin up. Neither Nick Robertson nor Philippe Myers had a choice as each bided his time on the sideline, wondering when game action with the Maple Leafs would come again. For both, the answer came on Saturday when they were slated to play at home against the Blue Jackets. Robertson was scratched for […]

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16 h. ago Jaguar and Land Rover maker pauses shipments to U.S. as it develops post

LONDON (AP) — The maker of Jaguar and Land Rover cars is pausing shipments to the U.S. as Britain’s struggling auto industry begins to respond to the 25% tax on vehicle imports imposed by President Donald Trump. Jaguar Land Rover Automotive, one of Britain’s biggest carmakers, said Saturday that the pause would take place this […]

Sport

17 h. ago Struggling B.C. forestry sector gathers in Prince George as industry faces 'tough times'

The number of people employed in forestry, once one of B.C.'s largest  industries, has been cut in half since 2000, according to the forestry council.

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17 h. ago Trump Promised a Manufacturing Boom. Industries Are Not So Sure

President Donald Trump has vowed his historic tariff blitz would revive domestic manufacturing, but industry worries about his approach are raising fresh doubts about whether he can deliver on his promise of an economic boom.

Economics

17 h. ago Five years without answers for family of Canadian businessman held in Chinese jail

Li was seized by police, who accused him in a social media post of 'allegedly gathering public funds illegally'

Economics

19 h. ago Canadian wine can provide some comfort in these unsettled times

Here are three wines from long-time producers you can count on

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20 h. ago First Nations are ready to stand with Canada against Trump’s tariff threat

These are unprecedented times, calling for strong, united and determined action by all Canadians, Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike. While Indigenous people have had more than their share of problems with the government and people of Canada, we have always been willing to stand with the country through trials. The recent tariffs announced by the United […]

Economics

23 h. ago On the Brink: Ontario retirees forced to cut family traditions over food costs

This is the latest installment of a Global News series called ‘On the Brink,’ which profiles people who are struggling with the rising cost of living.

Economics

29 h. ago Insiders spell out tentative timeline for return of star Edmonton Oilers

Game Day 76: Oilers vs Kings This in from host Bob Stauffer of Oilers Now and his guest Frank Seravalli of The Daily Faceoff, their tentative timeline for the return to play of injured Oilers such as Trent Frederic, Connor McDavid, Mattias Ekholm, Leon Draisaitl and Evander Kane. The Oilers have seven games left, with […]

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29 h. ago Prince Andrew’s ‘irrecoverable’ reputation, need for cash led to ties with accused Chinese spy: documents

British authorities worried that Andrew's situation left him vulnerable to manipulation by Yang, who they believe was working on behalf of the Chinese Communist Party

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30 h. ago B.C. premier seeks to assure forest industry as U.S. trade war intensifies

Canadian forestry was spared in President Donald Trump's latest round of tariffs, but softwood lumber could still see duties surge as the U.S. targets the industry in other ways.

Economics

32 h. ago Affordable seniors retirement beds vanishing in B.C. as the need grows

Dozens of government-subsidized beds at retirement homes in North Vancouver and on Vancouver Island are switching to a full-cost model, a worrisome trend when many seniors are struggling with affordability.

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33 h. ago Construction disruption: Major intersection closures for Edmonton Valley Line LRT starts this month

Time spent travelling between Downtown and the west end will soon be longer for many Edmontonians, with some major intersection closures and reduced lanes on busy routes starting this month. More intensive road construction is planned along the west leg of the Valley Line LRT from mid-April to November in three phases. Jonathan Cox, construction […]

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