6 h. ago B.C. is poised to scrap its consumer carbon tax. How will it replace the revenue?

B.C. Premier David Eby has pledged to eliminate the consumer price on carbon if the federal government drops its requirement for provinces to have one.

Economics

9 h. ago U.S. stocks plunge as Trump tariff fears spread among businesses, consumers

The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 748 points and other indexes fell sharply as fears about tariffs impacting the U.S. economy spread.

Economics

24 h. ago Britons’ Shift to Eating at Home Drives Rebound in Retail Sales

UK retail sales grew more strongly than expected at the start of the year, as otherwise cautious consumers spent more on food to eat at home.

Other

32 h. ago UK Consumers Are More Pessimistic Than After Recession, GfK Says

British households are more gloomy about the economy than when the UK was emerging from a downturn a year ago, a blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ hopes of delivering the growth that has eluded Labour in its first months in power.

Other

33 h. ago Competition Bureau doubles down on claims Rogers ‘Infinite’ data claim is false

OTTAWA — The Competition Bureau is doubling down on its claims that Rogers’ unlimited data promise is misleading. In a response to Rogers’ recent defence filing, the Commissioner of Competition repeated the allegation that the company’s advertisements create a false or misleading impression that its “Infinite” wireless phone plans provide consumers with limitless data. The […]

Events

35 h. ago illumin Holdings Inc. announces date for Fourth Quarter and Year

TORONTO and NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — illumin Holdings Inc. (TSX: ILLM, OTCQB:ILLMF) (“illumin” or “Company”), a leader in digital advertising technology that empowers marketers to make smarter decisions about communicating with online consumers, announces that it will report its fourth quarter and year-end 2024 financial results before market open on Friday, […]

Culture

37 h. ago How Trump’s 25% auto tariffs can bring the industry to a standstill, a Canadian expert warns

'It would effectively be what we had during 9-11, and during the great recession (of 2008),' a University of Toronto professor tells National Post

Economics

37 h. ago How Trump’s 25% auto tariffs can bring the industry to a standstill, as Canadian expert warns

'It would effectively be what we had during 9-11, and during the great recession (of 2008),' a University of Toronto professor tells National Post

Economics

38 h. ago New report ranks providers with the fastest internet speed in Canada

If you're unhappy with your current provider's internet speed and want to switch, a new report can help you make your next choice.Ookla released its latest report on the performance of Canadian telecom giants' mobile and fixed networks. The results are based on data from Speedtest, a site created by Ookla that allows users to test their internet speed."Our reports are informed by millions of daily consumer-initiated tests taken on Speedtest, along with quality of experience (QoE) metrics that offer insight into the daily connected activities that matter most to end-users," reads the report.The findings are based on data collected from July to December 2024 and the fastest carrier is chosen based on each provider’s download and upload speed.Here's what the company found in its latest report.Fastest fixed internet speedYou shouldn’t have to compete for fast internet access at home. Whether you're taking work video calls at home or streaming Netflix to unwind...

Technology

41 h. ago Insurity Survey Reveals Declining Consumer Confidence in AI for P&C Insurance, Signaling a Need for Action from Insurers

Insurity’s 2025 AI in Insurance Report uncovers shifting consumer attitudes toward AI in P&C insurance, revealing key opportunities for insurers to address skepticism HARTFORD, Conn. — Insurity, a leading provider of cloud-based solutions for insurance carriers, brokers, and MGAs, today released more findings from its 2025 AI in Insurance Report, highlighting a significant shift in […]

Economics

52 h. ago UK Consumer Confidence Sinks to Lowest Since Labour Came to Power

Confidence among UK households slipped to a new low under the Labour government, as consumers brace for higher prices and businesses warn of a hiring hit from rising payroll taxes.

Other

57 h. ago Fortescue Profit Plunges as China’s Iron Ore Demand Declines

Fortescue Ltd.’s first-half profit plunged by 53% from the year before as demand for iron ore from biggest consumer China softened.

Other

67 h. ago Philip Morris International Presents at 2025 CAGNY Conference; Reaffirms 2025 Full

STAMFORD, CT — Regulatory News: Philip Morris International Inc.’s (PMI) (NYSE: PM) Chief Executive Officer, Jacek Olczak, and Chief Financial Officer, Emmanuel Babeau, will address investors today at the 2025 Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) Conference. The event will be webcast live in listen-only mode, beginning at approximately 1:00 p.m. ET, at www.pmi.com/2025cagny […]

Society

67 h. ago Ford: Axe the tax talk: Canada's consumption tax — the GST — pays for myriad programs and services for all

Anyone who believes the 'government' is not 'us' needs a primary lesson in civics. All that lost revenue results in fewer services available to Canadians

Economics

3 d. ago Canadian consumers – not businesses – feel full brunt of carbon tax: Poll

Federal LIberal supporters ranked behind Greens, NDP in feeling that biz will pass on carbon tax costs to consumers

Economics

4 d. ago Two Edmonton software groups develop apps to help Canadians buy local

As Canadians have debated about how best to react to the threat of tariffs from the United States, two groups in Edmonton came to similar decisions to develop apps that can help consumers make informed choices about buying Canadian products. “When you watch the news and you just watch how as a people we were […]

Sport

4 d. ago Poilievre sticks with ’axe the tax,’ adds policy details to slogans as election nears

OTTAWA — The Conservatives’ favourite slogan — “axe the tax” — has been a rallying cry for the better part of three years as frustrated Canadians looked for relief from the rising cost of living. But now, with key Liberal leadership candidates backing away from the federal consumer carbon price, some have been asking whether […]

Politics

4 d. ago New Study from Overfuel Exposes Powersports Industry’s Online Performance Gap

80% of Leading North American Powersports Dealership Websites Fail to Meet Google’s Basic Consumer Standards INDIANAPOLIS — Overfuel, a leading provider of performance-driven dealer website solutions for powersports, automotive, recreational vehicle (RV), and marine, has unveiled a groundbreaking study analyzing the digital readiness of North America’s top powersports sales and services businesses. The report highlights […]

Sport

4 d. ago B.C. wineries are pressing for removal of interprovincial trade barriers

Amid Donald Trump's tariff threats, B.C. winegrowers are calling for an end to barriers that prevent them from selling directly to consumers in other provinces.

Economics

5 d. ago LifeLabs strike action to kick in for health consumers on Thursday

As a designated essential service, LifeLabs will continue to operate, however some Patient Services Centres may be subject to rotating temporary closures

Science