Recovering Canadian economy approaches pre-pandemic levels
Figures suggest economic activity can quickly bounce back when the virus is contained.
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U.S. cabinet’s ability to award Buy American exemptions ‘strenuously limited,’ Biden says
‘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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
N95 masks start rolling off Brockville assembly line with aim to ensure domestic supply
Agreement will see 30 million masks delivered to the federal government and 25 million to Ontario each year for the next five years.
‘There’s literally no limit’: NFTs could soon be used for cars, real estate, experts say
NFTs are essentially a tool that uses blockchain technology to provide proof of ownership of a digital asset.
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