16 h. ago Markets Embolden Trump on Tariffs, Stoking Fear He’ll Go Too Far

President Donald Trump threatened to double the baseline universal tariff to 20%, citing record stock gains to dispel fears that such a move would hammer the global economy. Even as financial markets barely budged on the news, concerns are growing that a reckoning is coming.

Economics

16 h. ago Markets Embolden Trump on Tariffs, Stoking Fear of Overreach

President Donald Trump threatened to double the baseline universal tariff to 20%, citing record stock gains to dispel fears that such a move would hammer the global economy. Financial markets edged lower on the news as concerns grow that a reckoning is coming.

Economics

25 h. ago Half of Canadians willing to fight for Canada if they agree with reasons for combat: Survey

A new Angus Reid survey found 49% of Canadians would be willing to fight for their country in the event of an armed conflict, but most say they would only do so if they “agreed with the reasons for fighting.” The poll said the most willing to enlist are those older than age 54 (55%) […]

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3 d. ago Child care costs more of a concern in the U.S. than birth rates, poll shows

A new poll in the U.S. shows Americans are more concerned about the financial cost of raising a child rather than declining birth rates overall.

Economics

5 d. ago OCDSB trustees locked out of emails as Ontario takes over school board

The Ministry of Education said the takeover, which was announced on June 27, will address concerns of "financial mismanagement" and growing deficit in the district.

Society

6 d. ago B.C. judge says concerns ‘overblown’ in court challenge to Squamish townhouse project

VANCOUVER — The B.C. Supreme Court says concerns raised by Squamish, B.C., residents in a legal challenge to a townhouse development project are “overblown,” paving the way for high-density housing in one of the country’s fastest-growing communities. A ruling issued Thursday says Dennis and Andrea Smith wanted to stop a four-unit townhouse project from being […]

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7 d. ago Canadians shortchange savings goals to take summer vacation, says BMO survey

More than half said they had altered their vacation plans due to rising costs and inflation

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2 w. ago Climate group raises concerns about oil and gas representation on pension fund boards

TORONTO — A climate advocacy group says oil and gas representation on the boards of Canada’s big public pensions raise concerns about conflicts of interest. Shift Action says in a new report that as of June 1, the boards of five of Canada’s largest public sector funds had members who are also involved with fossil […]

Society

2 w. ago AI Skills Gap Stops Canadian Companies From Solving Retention Issues, Capterra Survey Finds

Capterra’s 2025 HR Software Trends Survey reveals Canadian HR leaders are most concerned with retaining staff, yet AI skills gap prevents them from using technology that could help address this workforce challenge. TORONTO — Employee retention is the number one challenge for over half (51%) of Canadian HR leaders, yet Capterra’s 2025 HR Software Trends […]

Economics

2 w. ago Majority of Canadians think country is ‘falling behind’ militarily: Survey

With Prime Minister Mark Carney in Europe this week for a NATO summit, Angus Reid is checking the country’s temperature on military spending. A new survey says 75% of Canadians believe this country is “falling behind” militarily, even as Carney has committed in recent weeks to a significant defence spending increase. Still, the top choice […]

Politics

2 w. ago Selling Geopolitical Spikes Is Once Again a Winning Oil Trade

Oil’s whiplash spike and retreat on Monday is only the latest example of traders selling into geopolitical risks, showing yet again how there’s money to be made by “fading the rally” in crude.

Economics

2 w. ago Allstate survey: Nearly one third of active social media users may potentially risk a home break

As summer holidays approach, Allstate’s public education campaign encourages Canadians to ‘Travel Smart’ by delaying their trip photos to social media MARKHAM, Ontario, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Almost one third (32 per cent) of Canadian respondents to a survey that say they are active on social media post about their plans before or […]

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3 w. ago Goldman, Citi See Europe’s Economic Edge Extending Stock Rally

The perils of trade and geopolitics will only slow the rally in European stocks rather than derail it, according to Wall Street strategists.

Economics

3 w. ago Resident raises concerns with Cenovus well leak in Saskatchewan

PAYNTON — Cenovus Energy Inc. is facing questions over a well leak at a thermal facility in western Saskatchewan, where an area resident says some are concerned about their health. Mylan Tootoosis of Poundmaker Cree Nation said Thursday the Rush Lake site in Paynton, Sask., is releasing a strong stench and some are getting headaches, […]

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3 w. ago Affordability challenges still plague renters despite falling prices: report

TORONTO — A new report suggests Canadian renters continue to face affordability challenges even as asking rent prices have fallen this year, while those considering the leap to home ownership are taking a wait-and-see approach. Royal LePage’s 2025 Canadian renters report, which includes results from a survey conducted by Burson, found 37 per cent of […]

Economics

3 w. ago Few Canadians support Canada Post privatization, but open to sweeping changes: survey

More than 70 per cent of Canadians said they would reduce mail delivery to three days a week

Other

3 w. ago Oil Falls in Turbulent Trading Amid Concerns War Will Escalate

Oil swung in a turbulent session amid speculation the US may join the Middle East conflict, with traders focused on flows through the region’s vital shipping chokepoint.

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3 w. ago 27% of Canadian parents revising estate plans due to high healthcare costs: Poll

A new poll by Money Wise Institute says about one quarter of Canadian parents are adjusting estate plans due to soaring healthcare costs. According to the institute’s latest survey, 27% of Canadian parents have revised their estate plans due to mounting healthcare expenses while 35% have told their heirs to expect a smaller inheritance than originally […]

Economics

3 w. ago U.S. trade, geopolitics top financial concerns among Canadians: Survey

TORONTO — A new survey finds geopolitical instability and U.S. trade tensions are top sources of financial concern for Canadians, and even impacting retirement planning for some. The Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan and Abacus Data released the survey results Tuesday, showing 67 per cent of Canadians say they are very concerned about Canada-U.S. relations. […]

Politics

4 w. ago Starmer Says UK Has ‘Grave Concerns’ on Iran Nuclear Program

Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the UK has “grave concerns” about Iran’s nuclear program and backed Israel’s right to self-defense, while calling for de-escalation in a conflict that risks engulfing the Middle East.

Science