The Canadian Press

Labour shortages could push up wages, ‘reignite inflation’ in long run, report warns

Wages are growing quickly in Canada, but so far not fast enough to match inflation, the report said.

Canadian labour market shows no signs of slowing despite high interest rates

Employment growth in Canada blew past economists' predictions in January, even as forecasters had expected higher interest rates to weigh on the labour market.

Shopify launches new shopping, shipping tools in semi-annual product showcase

The latest batch of the Ottawa-based firm's updates come as its stock price remains in a slump and as it charts a new future after laying off 1,000 workers while admitting it misestimated its near-term growth rate. 

UPDATED: Cannabis firm Canopy Growth to lay off 800, close Smiths Falls HQ

The Smiths Falls-based cannabis company said Thursday that the layoff will impact 35 per cent of its workforce and take place over the next several months.

Hot economy, inflation were at crux of BoC’s last rate decision: summary

The Bank of Canada's governing council ultimately decided to hike its key interest rate last month because of ongoing strength in the economy and inflationary pressures.

Canadian business insolvencies up 37.2 per cent in 2022, consumer insolvencies up 11.2 per cent

The number of insolvencies filed by Canadian companies is up — and at least one business organization predicts that figure will keep growing.

Union files complaint against CRA over work-from-home rules

A union representing federal public servants has filed a bad-faith bargaining complaint against the Canada Revenue Agency.

Slowing growth a ‘good thing’ when economy is overheated: BoC’s Macklem

Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem says that although a slowing economy may not seem like a good thing, it is when the economy is overheated.

Meet me in the metaverse: Some companies set up shop in a digital environment

A growing group of companies is setting up offices in a virtual world called the metaverse to push the envelope and learn more about the emerging technology.

Extreme cold weather in Ottawa leaves Winterlude outdoor activities cancelled

The city's annual winter festival is off to a cold start and has decided to cancel numerous outdoor events.

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