Rosy economic data, central bank survey back expectations of interest rate hike
Sturdy economic growth and a central bank survey showing renewed business optimism reinforced expectations that Canada’s first interest rate hike since 2010 could be less
Five Canadian business stories to watch this week
Trading hours: North American markets will likely be quieter than usual because of national holidays. The Toronto Stock Exchange was closed Monday for Canada Day,
Shopify sees big uptick in U.S. job applicants after Trump’s election: Lütke
It’s a great time for Canadian startups to attract top talent from south of the border as the U.S. government is creating an unwelcoming environment,
Ontario proposes banning real estate agents from representing seller and buyer
Ontario is proposing banning the practice of double ending, in which a real estate agent represents both a buyer and a seller in a transaction.
Rate hike expectations, loonie rise as Poloz reiterates cuts have done their job
With the Bank of Canada nearing its next policy decision, expectations of an interest-rate hike increased Wednesday after governor Stephen Poloz reiterated that his 2015
Trudeau says no security risks in Chinese takeover of Canadian satellite firm
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sought Tuesday to assuage public fears and political complaints that the Liberal government’s decision to allow the Chinese takeover of a
The Beer Store launches home delivery pilot project in Ottawa
Beer drinkers in two Ontario communities can now have their brew of choice brought straight to their door. The Beer Store announced Tuesday that home delivery is now available
With legalization looming, Ottawa-area pot firm Canopy Growth increases production
The largest marijuana producer in the Ottawa area said Tuesday that it significantly raised its revenues, product volumes, expenses and patient base in its fiscal
Mockumentary stars Trailer Park Boys building a business empire
The Trailer Park Boys, Nova Scotia’s supposedly dopey mockumentary stars, are amassing a business empire spanning an online comedy network, production studio, beverage deals, marijuana
From condoms to caskets: Merchandise marks Canada’s 150th birthday
It’s been said that Canadians are not brash about their patriotism, but you wouldn’t know it from the variety of merchandise, big and small, being
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