'The fire is still lit': How COVID-19 and its aftermath sparked a new era for labour
When COVID-19 hit, millions of Canadians were either told to work remotely or temporarily laid off as governments ordered lockdowns...
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U.S. tariffs could become catalyst to bolster Canadian food supply chains: experts
Experts say U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods could accelerate a push to ramp up domestic food processing and manufacturing, even...
U.S. tariffs could become catalyst to bolster Canadian food supply chains: experts
Experts say U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods could accelerate a push to ramp up domestic food processing and manufacturing, even...
Industry groups call for help facing U.S. tariffs, offer ideas to limit damage
OTTAWA -- Canadian industry groups are calling on the government to protect businesses if U.S. president-elect Donald Trump goes ahead...
Canada's 100 highest-paid CEOs earned $13.2 million on average in 2023: report
Canada's 100 highest-paid CEOs earned $13.2 million on average in 2023 from salaries, bonuses and other compensation, according to the...
'Definitely busier': Retailers, restaurants see spending boost amid tax holiday
Almost a week into the GST holiday, retailers and restaurant owners appear on track for a sales boost despite some...
Tax holiday boosting spending at retailers, restaurants: industry groups
Almost a week into the GST holiday, retailers and restaurant owners appear on track for a sales boost despite some...
Tax holiday boosts spending at retailers, restaurants: industry groups
Almost a week into the GST holiday, retailers and restaurant owners appear on track for a sales boost despite some...
Tax holiday boosts spending at retailers, restaurants: industry groups
Almost a week into the GST holiday, retailers and restaurant owners appear on track for a sales boost despite some...
Public support key but hard to maintain for striking Canada Post workers, experts say
Public support has been key for Canada Post workers as they halted mail delivery across the country, but maintaining that...
Public support key but harder to keep as Canada Post strike drags on, experts say
Public support is key to the success of a strike, experts say, but as the Canada Post strike drags on...
How U.S. tariffs could affect Canada's agriculture industry and consumer prices
As Donald Trump's inauguration looms, Canada's agriculture industry is waiting with bated breath to see whether the sweeping tariffs he's...
As postal strike enters fourth week, pressure mounts for Ottawa to step in: experts
As the Canada Post strike drags into a fourth week, experts say there's growing pressure on the government to act...
Canada Post strike nears three-week mark amid pressure for government intervention
The strike by more than 55,000 Canada Post workers entered its 19th day as the Black Friday and Cyber Monday...
Which items will be tax-free under the Liberals' promised GST/HST break?
The government on Thursday announced a sweeping promise to make groceries, children's clothing, Christmas trees, restaurant meals and more free...
Unions challenging government intervention in major rail, ports labour disputes
Three unions are now challenging the federal government's recent decisions to intervene in major labour disputes, saying it's undermining workers'...
Union says it will challenge Ottawa's intervention in B.C. port work stoppages
The union representing locked-out port workers in British Columbia says it plans to challenge the federal government's intervention in the...
Federal government moves to end port work stoppages, orders binding arbitration
OTTAWA -- Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon is intervening to end the work stoppages at ports in both British Columbia and...
Federal government moves to end port strikes, orders binding arbitration
OTTAWA -- Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon is intervening to end the work stoppages at ports in both British Columbia and...
What Trump's election could mean for interest rates in Canada
Experts say Donald Trump's election victory could shift interest rate policy in the U.S. as his promised policies risk higher...
How will the outcome of the U.S. election affect financial markets?
Whichever candidate wins the U.S. president election next Tuesday, experts say investors will be relieved to shed some uncertainty over...
Journalist says claims that he is a Russian agent are 'fabricated'
A veteran Ottawa journalist is firing back against what he says are "entirely false" claims by a former Conservative cabinet...
Journalist says claims that he is a Russian agent are 'fabricated'
OTTAWA -- A veteran Ottawa journalist is firing back against what he says are "entirely false" claims by a former...
Federal government posts $9.8-billion deficit for April-to-August period
OTTAWA -- The federal government's deficit was $9.8 billion for the April-to-August period.
NDP plan motion to push back against anti-abortion 'creep' from Conservatives
OTTAWA -- The NDP is taking aim at the Conservatives on abortion by putting forward a motion to push back...
What you need to know as Trudeau fights to retain leadership of the Liberal party
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has resisted calls for his resignation for more than a year now but in recent weeks...
What you need to know as Trudeau fights to retain leadership of the Liberal party
OTTAWA -- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has resisted calls for his resignation for more than a year now but in...
Justin Trudeau says his leadership is not in danger as Liberals brace for revolt
OTTAWA -- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says his leadership of the Liberal party is not in danger, even as members...
Liberal, Bloc MPs vote against questioning Canada Soccer officials over drone scandal
OTTAWA -- A parliamentary committee will not question the coaches of the national women's soccer team about the Paris Olympics...
Liberal, Bloc MPs vote not to summon soccer officials for cheating scandal questions
OTTAWA -- A parliamentary committee will not question the coaches of the national women's soccer team about the Paris Olympics...
Driving for Uber or writing on Fiverr? How to handle taxes on digital platform income
Digital platforms like Uber, Airbnb and Etsy have made it easier than ever to make some extra cash on the...
Bloc leader, MPs and farmers press Senate to pass supply management bill
OTTAWA -- Bloc Quebecois Leader Yves-Francois Blanchet and MPs from all parties in the House of Commons were on Parliament...
Bloc leader, MPs and farmers call for supply management bill to be passed
OTTAWA -- Bloc Quebecois Leader Yves-Francois Blanchet and MPs from several other parties were on Parliament Hill Thursday to call...
Canada adds $15M to aid for Lebanon and will match $6M in donations
OTTAWA -- Canada is adding another $15 million to its humanitarian aid package for Lebanon after an escalation in the...
Inflation, interest rates eroded Canadians' purchasing power since 2022: PBO report
A new report from the Parliamentary Budget Officer says inflation and higher interest rates have eroded Canadians' purchasing power since...
Inflation, interest rates eroded Canadians' purchasing power since 2022: PBO report
OTTAWA -- A new report from the Parliamentary Budget Officer says inflation and higher interest rates have eroded Canadians' purchasing...
Global Affairs Canada chartering more flights from Lebanon for Canadians this week
OTTAWA -- Global Affairs Canada says it's chartering more flights from Lebanon this week to help Canadians leave the country...
More Canadians leaving Lebanon Monday as Israeli attacks on Hezbollah continue
OTTAWA -- The foreign affairs minister's office says another plane is set to leave Lebanon today to evacuate Canadians from...
Grocery code of conduct could encourage investment, innovation: advocates
Two of the grocery code of conduct's biggest advocates say they believe it could spark more investment and innovation by...
Grocers are facing government crackdowns, but will it lead to change?
In March 2023, executives from Canada's three largest grocery companies paid a visit to Parliament Hill.
Former BoC governor Stephen Poloz warns on low business investment, lost productivity
TORONTO -- Stephen Poloz is concerned about investment levels in Canada's private sector and says investment has been dampened by...
House of Commons committee recommends feds tackle 'excessive' profits in food sector
The federal government should consider policies to tackle "excessive net profits" in the food industry, the House of Commons committee...
Loblaw agrees to sign grocery code of conduct after months of negotiations
Loblaw Cos. Ltd. said Thursday it’s ready to sign on to the grocery code of conduct, paving the way for...
Independent grocers call for milk price pause amid pressure to keep food costs down
The Canadian Federation of Independent Grocers is calling on the Crown corporation that manages dairy supply and pricing to hit...