The Canadian Press

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 for capital investment expenditures.

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 sick days.

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.

‘Save summer’: Canadian tourism businesses have modest expectations ahead of crucial season

Cautious projections stand in contrast to expectations among some of a rebound in economic activity later this year.

Canopy Growth acquires Ace Valley cannabis in bid to grow brand loyalty

The Canadian cannabis market has seen a wave of consolidation.

Ontario imposes four week ‘shutdown’ to combat surge in COVID-19 cases

Across the river, Gatineau was among the Quebec cities moved into a lockdown Thursday.

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