The Canadian Press

Canadian consumers lose trust in big brands during pandemic: study

The study also found that Canadians have a high ability to detect whether a brand demonstrates a short-lived act of compassion to take advantage of

Recovering Canadian economy approaches pre-pandemic levels

Canada & World

Figures suggest economic activity can quickly bounce back when the virus is contained.

U.S. cabinet’s ability to award Buy American exemptions ‘strenuously limited,’ Biden says

Canada & World

‘American tax dollars are going to be used to buy American products, made in America, to create American jobs.’

Ontario to give all workers three paid sick days, reimburse businesses

Canada & World

Province will give employers up to $200 a day for what they pay out through the program.

Bank of Canada keeps rate on hold, sees brighter economic outlook

Canada & World

Central bank pulls forward its expectations for when the economy will be strong enough to handle a rise in rates.

Federal budget 2021: Program extensions, new hiring subsidy for small business

Canada & World

The Liberals are extending rent and wage programs while at the same time phasing in hiring subsidies, microgrants to help companies move online and allowances

Ontario tightens restrictions, gives police new powers amid dire COVID predictions

Ottawa

New measures include reducing capacity limits in essential retail stores and shutting down non-essential construction sites.

‘People are going to work sick:’ Third wave reignites debate over paid sick days

Canada & World

Critics say the federal Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit has had poor uptake because it is more akin to the government’s employment insurance program than paid

Canopy Growth continues acquisition spree, signs $435M deal to buy Supreme Cannabis

Ottawa

Purchase marks Canopy’s latest move as it watches to see whether the U.S. loosens laws around marijuana following the election of President Joe Biden.