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Economy
U.S. General Motors workers to strike, likely impact Canadian operations
A strike by 49,200 union workers would bring to a halt GM’s U.S. production, and would likely stop the company from making vehicles in Canada and Mexico as well. Continue reading
Balanced budget? A look at why federal leaders aren’t in a rush
Canada is on track to post multibillion-dollar shortfalls over the next six years, in large part because of the Liberals’ investments in social programs and infrastructure. Continue reading
‘Very sad news’: Kelowna mill closure puts 127 employees out of work
By Klaudia Van Emmerik Anchor/Reporter
Tolko Industries announced on Thursday that its lumber mill in Kelowna will be shutting down indefinitely. The mill has been a fixture in the city for decades. Continue reading
University of Lethbridge opens new Science Commons Atrium building
The project took nearly 10 years and cost about $260 million dollars, with funding from the Alberta government. Continue reading
Consortium eyeing Alberta for $10B petrochemical investment: Kenney
By Tom Vernon Provincial Affairs Reporter
Premier Jason Kenney says an international consortium is eyeing up the Edmonton region for a perspective $10-billion investment in a new petrochemical facility. Continue reading
Ontario government lowers deficit to $7.4 billion, half of what PCs originally said
The government says the 2018-19 deficit improved due to higher-than-expected tax revenues and lower spending. Continue reading
Canada’s household-debt-to-income ratio down slightly in second quarter
Incomes are growing slightly faster than debt. Continue reading
China spares U.S. pork, soybeans from additional tariffs ahead of new trade talks
It is the latest sign of easing tensions before a new round of talks aimed at curbing a bruising trade war. Continue reading
In conversation with Kaycee Madu: Provincial budget and impact on Edmonton
By Vinesh Pratap Reporter
Edmonton’s only UCP MLA speaks with Global News about a variety of issues, including the impact on Edmonton related to the provincial budget. Continue reading
Tolko Industries announces lumber mill in Kelowna will be closed indefinitely
Company says decision to curtail operations was based on continued high log costs and poor North American market conditions. Continue reading