25 h. ago 5 things to know about Trump’s tech fee and what it means for Canada

U.S. President Donald Trump announced last month that new H-1B visa applications in the United States will be subject to a $100,000 fee going forward.

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25 h. ago 5 things to know about Trump’s visa fee and what it means for Canada

U.S. President Donald Trump announced last month that new H-1B visa applications in the United States will be subject to a $100,000 fee going forward.

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41 h. ago Novacap Announces Partnership with FyberCom to Accelerate Fiber Expansion in Idaho

MONTREAL and IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, Oct. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Novacap, a leading North American private equity firm, is pleased to announce that it has successfully closed its investment in FyberCom. The transaction marks the sixth platform investment by Novacap’s Digital Infrastructure Sector. Headquartered in Idaho Falls, Idaho, FyberCom is a broadband service provider […]

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68 h. ago Terramont Infrastructure Partners Acquires Majority Interest in Bull Moose Capital

NEW YORK — Terramont Infrastructure Partners (“Terramont”), a middle-market focused North American infrastructure investment manager, has acquired a majority interest in Bull Moose Capital Ltd (“Bull Moose”), Canada’s largest provider of natural gas compression solutions. Bull Moose provides reliable and cost-effective power generation and compression solutions for the natural gas processing and transportation industry. The […]

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3 d. ago U.S. travel just got much more expensive for some Canadians thanks to new fee

For some people in Canada, travelling to the U.S. has become significantly more expensive as the new Visa Integrity Fee takes effect this month.On Oct. 1, the U.S. government introduced the Visa Integrity Fee, which affects non-citizens in Canada who require a visa to travel to the U.S. Under President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was signed into law. Non-immigrants travelling to the U.S. will have to pay a fee of US$250 or C$348.40. However, it's up to the Secretary of Homeland Security to determine the final amount.In July, we contacted the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) about the fee."President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill provides the necessary policies and resources to restore integrity in our nation's immigration system," a spokesperson stated in an email. "The Visa Integrity Fee requires cross-agency coordination before implementation."We have reached out to DHS to confirm the final amount.Permane...

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4 d. ago Trump’s Proposed Changes to Visa Rules Assailed by Chip Industry

Semiconductor industry leaders are warning the Trump administration that a proposed tightening of visa rules risks shrinking a vital talent pool and undermining efforts to expand chip manufacturing in the US.

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5 d. ago Voxtur Announces Purchase of Secured Indebtedness by Hale Capital Partners

Voxtur Announces Purchase of Secured Indebtedness by Hale Capital Partners TORONTO and TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Voxtur Analytics Corp. (TSXV: VXTR; OTCQB: VXTRF) (“Voxtur” or the “Company”), a North American technology company creating a more transparent and accessible real estate lending ecosystem, today announced that, HCP-FVY, LLC and HCP Fund V-FVY, […]

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5 d. ago Rogers Communications 3Q25 Investment Community Teleconference October 23, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. ET

TORONTO, Sept. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) (NYSE: RCI) plans to release its third quarter 2025 financial results on Thursday, October 23, 2025, before North American financial markets open. The results will be distributed by newswire and posted at investors.rogers.com. Rogers management will host its quarterly teleconference with the investment […]

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5 d. ago Huge crowds line up for opening of Toronto's first Panda Mart

Crowds of shoppers descended on Toronto's first Panda Mart location on its opening weekend, queueing up to get their hands on the newest discount lifestyle and home goods items.Footage captured over the weekend shows long lines snaking from the entrance, extending well into the parking lot, and store aisles completely packed with shoppers for the store's debut.So, what's all the hype about? For the unversed, Panda Mart opened its first Canadian and North American location in Toronto on Sept. 26, to much fanfare.The mammoth South Africa-based discount retailer offers a wide range of goods, including furniture, household items, food, beauty products, and more.@mopemope10 not really temu or SHEIN on crack but still a very interesting store #pandamart #toronto #fyp #foryoupage ♬ WE CANNOT ESCAPE WE CANNOT COME OUT - Emile MorganOpening-day traffic and the long lines suggest strong demand for the first Canadian Panda Mart. Some shoppers were seen with thei...

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6 d. ago Chickapea Closes $4.25M Round Led by AGT Foods to Fuel North American Growth

COLLINGWOOD, Ontario — Chickapea, the leading organic and high-protein pasta brand founded in Canada, today announced the successful closing of a $4.25 million CAD funding round. This significant investment will fuel the company’s continued expansion and meet growing demand across North America. Led by AGT Foods, one of the largest pulse and staple food ingredient […]

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7 d. ago Carney: Canada wants to lure tech workers who won’t get U.S. H

Prime Minister Mark Carney wants to attract employees from the technology sector who might have previously worked in the U.S. before President Donald Trump’s new visa charges. “What is clear is that the opportunity to attract people who previously would’ve got so-called H-1B visas,” Carney told reporters in London on Saturday. He added that many […]

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8 d. ago Brookfield’s Rockpoint Gas Seeks $347 Million in Toronto IPO

Rockpoint Gas Storage Inc., Brookfield Asset Management’s North American natural gas storage platform, is seeking to raise as much as C$484 million ($347 million) in its initial public offering.

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8 d. ago Ontario bakery made famous by Keith Lee visit finally getting permanent home

An Ontario bakery that went viral last year is finally gearing up to open a permanent location after a roller coaster year.Ajax's Biscuits to Baskets was little more than a neighbourhood hidden gem run out of founder Suzanne Smith's garden shed before food influencer Keith Lee came rolling into town in April of 2024.At the time, the MMA fighter-turned-food critic, known for his honest TikTok reviews of small businesses, was in Toronto on a tour across major North American cities, taking his followers' suggestions on where to go.Someone suggested Biscuits to Baskets, Lee went, and he absolutely loved it. After that, the so-called "Keith Lee effect" took hold, and the bakery was swarmed with customers eager to try Smith's selection of cakes, chocolates and other confections.It was a response beyond the Smith family's wildest dreams, but every rose has its thorns, and the heightened attention on the bakery came with its fair share of ch...

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8 d. ago Andrew Chau: Trump’s US$100,000 visa fee opens a rare opportunity for Canada to recruit the best talent

Opinion: Attracting just 120,000 displaced workers could add up to $30 billion in GDP

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9 d. ago Trump Presses Erdogan on Russian Oil in ‘Conclusive’ Meeting

President Donald Trump urged Turkey to curb energy imports from Russia, warning that US sales of stealth fighter jets to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization ally depend on Ankara’s support for American goals.

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1 week ago Will Trump’s new visa fee be a boon to Canada and redraw the North American talent map?

'I understand you’re changing your visa policy here, so we’re gonna hang on to a few of those,' Carney quipped

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1 week ago Concert Review: The Who's The Song Is Over — North American Farewell Tour in Vancouver

Legendary U.K. rock act the Who performs at Rogers Arena

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1 week ago Canada hopes Trump’s $100,000 visa fee redirects talent north

(Bloomberg) — For years, Canada’s highly-skilled industries such as technology and health care have suffered a brain drain to the US. Some executives believe President Donald Trump’s move to make H-1B visas more expensive will change the dynamic. Trump signed an executive order Friday imposing $100,000 fees on new H-1Bs, creating confusion and frustration for […]

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1 week ago ADM, Alltech to Bring Together Unparalleled Expertise and Experience in New North American Animal Feed Joint Venture

New venture will offer customers unique advantages thanks to combination of deep experience, strong teams, and production and innovation expertise Partnership expected to launch in Q1 2026 CHICAGO & LEXINGTON, Ky. — ADM (NYSE: ADM), a global leader in innovative solutions from nature, and Alltech, a global leader in agriculture, today announced the signing of […]

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1 week ago The Who plays Vancouver: What to know before you go to the concert

Here's everything you need to know about The Who The Song Is Over — North American Farewell Tour in Vancouver

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