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Lower economic growth necessary to bring inflation down: BoC senior deputy governor

Bank of Canada senior deputy governor Carolyn Rogers says the journey back to two per cent inflation will take time and a that period of lower economic growth is necessary to bring inflation down.

Entrepreneur helps patrons ‘lose the booze’ with pandemic-inspired drinks

Knyota Drinks offers a selection of adult-appropriate, non-alcoholic drinks that abstainers are not embarrassed to be seen drinking at a dinner party or office function. 

Shopify names Morgan Stanley executive as new chief financial officer

Shopify founder and chief executive Tobi Lutke says the company will benefit from Hoffmeister's more than 20 years of investment banking experience in the technology sector.

Fullscript co-founder Kyle Braatz named Ottawa’s 2022 CEO of the Year

Leader of Ottawa-based online health-care firm has spearheaded firm's growth into a multinational enterprise that provides nutritional supplements and treatment plans to millions of patients.

Bank CEOs say higher rates starting to dampen growth

The heads of Canada's biggest banks say rising interest rates are starting to have their intended effect of slowing demand but that they continue to notch growth.

UPDATED: Bank of Canada raises key interest rate by 0.75%, says rates likely need to go higher

The Bank of Canada raised its key interest rate by three-quarters of a percentage point Wednesday and signalled this won't be the last increase as it continues its battle against high inflation.

‘We have to up our game’: Kingston retailer creates ‘360-degree’ experience

Kingston locals and tourists alike can browse clothing, have a coffee or cocktail, or host events and socialize in the space on King Street, which features original exposed brick and huge windows. 

Rising home prices ‘unsustainable,’ realtor says as Ottawa resale transactions fall for sixth straight month

Ottawa realtors sold 1,137 residential properties in August, down 27 per cent from the 1,565 transactions a year earlier and well below the five-year average of 1,603.

Bright Side of Business: Prezdential gives marginalized youth a new, confident voice

A former pro basketball player has launched Prezdential Youth Media (PYM) and created opportunities for youth to sharpen their skills in content creation, journalism and videography. 

Cannabis retailer Superette granted court protection from creditors

In an order made by the Ontario Superior Court on Aug. 30, cannabis retailer Superette Inc. has been granted court protection from creditors under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act.