13 m. ago Trump auto tariffs will derail Canadian, U.S. auto industry, professor says

It's going to be a lot of pain in the U.S. and very likely Canada as well," Cornell University's Art Wheaton says

Economics

52 m. ago John Ruffolo: Removing interprovincial trade barriers is a mirage, not a solution

Chasing shiny objects while we need to dramatically shift how Canada governs its economy is a luxury we cannot afford

Economics

58 m. ago La loi 96 ne fera jamais l’objet de négociations avec Trump, affirme Mark Carney

Le gouvernement américain vient d’identifier la législation québécoise comme un obstacle au commerce.

Transport

58 m. ago U.S. Senate to vote on removing Trump tariffs on Canada. Will it matter?

Senate Democrats are putting Republican support to the test by forcing a vote to nullify the emergency declaration that underpins the tariffs on Canada.

Economics

75 m. ago Ontario among provinces getting minimum wage increase in 2025

Many Canadians entering the workforce are likely to get a pay bump as the minimum wage in certain provinces is set to increase in 2025.Today, the federal minimum wage has been raised to keep pace with inflation, going up 45 cents to $17.75. This raise applies to employees and interns working in the federally regulated private sector, including businesses like banks, telecom companies and interprovincial air, marine, rail and road transportation.Many provinces also increase their hourly amount in the spring and summer, while others do so in the fall. Some provinces might not raise it at all.According to the government, if the minimum wage in a province or territory is higher than the federal number, federally regulated employers must apply the higher rate.Last year, some workers in Canada saw bumps in their paycheques after several provinces raised their minimum wage.Here's what minimum wage rates look like across the country and when some Canadians can expect another raise.British C...

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78 m. ago Mississauga man allegedly caught with 8 kilos of cocaine won’t face trial due to Crown delays

Police allegedly caught the man with more than $70,000 in cash and 400 oxycodone pills, and keys to a locker with eight kilos of cocaine

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82 m. ago These were the best April Fools' Day pranks in Ontario this year

If you haven't caught on yet, it's officially April Fools' Day 2025 in Toronto, and as anticipated, many local attractions, businesses, and restaurants are taking to social media in hopes of pranking their followers and customers.From unrealistic moves to head-scratching and custom-made drinks for your four-legged friends, here are our picks for the best April Fools' Day pranks that tricked people in Toronto this year.Canada's Wonderland relocationDid you hear? Canada's Wonderland is relocating! Well, not actually, but plenty of people fell for this prank posted by the amusement park's social team this morning.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by Canada's Wonderland (@canadaswonderland)The team joked that the park will be relocating to Wonder Island in 2031, a custom-built island located right by downtown Toronto. One person even asked if the amusement park would be providing a...

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1 hour ago Canada election comes as economic satisfaction is at record lows: polling

Tuesday's Gallup report showing years of declining attitudes toward the economy, housing and other issues is presented as a series of 'tests' for Canada's next prime minister.

Politics

2 h. ago La loi 96 ne fera jamais l’objet de négociations avec Trump, dit Mark Carney

Le gouvernement américain vient d’identifier la législation comme un obstacle au commerce.

Transport

2 h. ago Ontario's 2025 summer forecast has arrived and here's what's in store

Ontario's weather still seems to be yo-yoing between wintery lows and summerlike highs, but the province's 2025 summer forecast promises that higher temperatures will eventually stick around — but will they be too high?While blustery frigid temperatures seem committed to sticking around until the bitter end (can it be now, please?), experts have been predicting above-average temperatures in Ontario this spring, which have already been foreshadowed by a handful of above-seasonal days so far.This summer, they're holding fast to that prediction, forecasting above-average — even potentially record-breaking — temperatures throughout the sunny season.The Old Farmer's Almanac's summer 2025 report for the U.S. and Canada reports a slow build-up to hotter temperatures this summer, with June temperatures remaining more or less the same.However, the Almanac predicts July and August will bring above-average temperatures to much of North America, and, with last s...

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2 h. ago The last carbon rebate is coming. How much will Canadians get?

Canadians in eight provinces will receive the last carbon rebate later this month as the federal consumer carbon price comes to an end Tuesday.

Transport

3 h. ago Gretzky’s Trump ties stir Canadian loyalty debate amid threats

NHL great Wayne Gretzky is the subject of a once-unimaginable debate over his loyalty to his native Canada due to his ties to President Donald Trump.

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3 h. ago Immigrants and visible minorities also have biases, national poll finds

'We assume that those who experience prejudice do not express it themselves, but the data show a more complicated reality'

Society

3 h. ago Ontario to be hit with colossal storm with weeks worth of rain in one day

Make sure you set aside some extra time to get to work on Wednesday morning, because Ontario is set to be hit with a massive rainstorm that will bring upwards of 50 millimeters of precipitation to some areas. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) issued a special weather statement on Tuesday morning for Toronto, warning of significant rainfall that's expected to hit mid-week from Wednesday morning through early Thursday morning. According to The Weather Network, the historical average for rain in Toronto during the month of April is 93 millimeters, and some areas are expected to get at least half of that in one day. Total rainfall amounts will range anywhere from 30 to 50 millimeters, with locally higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. According to ECCC, rain will begin Wednesday morning over extreme southwestern Ontario before reaching the Golden Horseshoe by Wednesday afternoon. Another week, another low pressure system.Special weather ...

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3 h. ago Rogers Falls to Lowest Since 2012 on Downgrade, Rich NHL TV Deal

Rogers Communications Inc., Canada’s top wireless firm, is set to renew its 12-year broadcast deal with the National Hockey League for C$11 billion ($7.7 billion), according to a report in Sportico. The shares dropped.

Culture

3 h. ago Tariffs Pose Threat as American Dairy Sets Future on Exports

President Donald Trump’s trade war is threatening US dairy exports just as the industry needs new markets for its booming production.

Economics

3 h. ago Chiang affair proves Carney will put himself ahead of Canada: Poilievre

"It wasn't until midnight when we found out that the police were involved .. that (Chiang) stepped aside himself," Poilieve said

Transport

3 h. ago Saskatoon could be an election battleground, new poll suggests

Saskatoon could become a potential battleground amidst Canada’s upcoming federal election. New poll data suggests some ridings are closer to flipping over than previously thought.

Politics

3 h. ago Les tarifs de Trump menacent la recherche en santé au Canada

De l’équipement essentiel à la recherche pourrait se voir imposer des droits de douane par le président américain.

Economics

3 h. ago Liberal candidate who suggested rival be turned over to China drops out of race

His statement came just hours after National Post reported the RCMP was probing Chiang’s comments in January about his Conservative rival, Joe Tay

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