The Canadian Press

Interest in mortgages from alternative lenders up as rates rise: Brokers

Canadian homebuyers are increasingly considering credit unions and private lenders to secure mortgages as rates rise, brokers say.

Consumer sentiment in Canada posts biggest drop since pandemic onset amid inflation

A new survey by the Conference Board of Canada indicates consumer confidence decreased 11.7 points in May – the largest monthly drop since the pandemic's onset.

Canadians in the dark about how their data is collected and used, report finds

A new report says digital technology has become so widespread at such a rapid pace that Canadians have little idea what information is being collected about them or how it is used.

Experts see parallels between 1970s inflation crisis and today

Bank of Montreal chief economist Doug Porter said it's highly unlikely Canadians are in for a double-digit, '80s-style interest rate shock any time soon.

Worry, buyer’s remorse high as real estate market slowdown materializes

Realtors and lawyers say they have noticed buyers looking at what options they have to get out of a purchase because conditions have shifted dramatically from the previous highs and frenzied pace.

Canada’s largest federal public union declares impasse in negotiations with Ottawa

The Public Service Alliance of Canada says the federal government has failed to provide a wage offer that protects workers from surging inflation.

UPDATED: Inflation sets fresh three-decade high at 6.8% in April with little sign of cooling

The cost of nearly everything at the grocery store continued to climb higher to push the annual inflation rate up in April.

Pot producer Canopy Growth shares plan to acquire California’s Jetty Extracts

Jetty is known for making solventless vapes, unrefined resin, small-batch concentrates and infused pre-rolls, which Canopy says it could bring to the Canadian market through this deal.

Regular travel and public health measures can’t coexist: Canadian Airport Council

International arrivals at Canadian airports are so backed up, people are being kept on planes for over an hour after they land because there isn't physically enough space to hold the lineups.

NAC revives pandemic-stalled shows for mix of new and old gems to lure back audiences

NAC president and CEO Christopher Deacon says artists have missed the "exhilarating, inspiring, and restorative" experience of performing for a live audience.

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