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Economy
Gender equality in Canada: Progress made, but work still needs to be done
By Cassandra Jodoin Radio Anchor/Reporter
Paulette Senior, president and CEO of the Canadian Women’s Network, told the Alberta Morning News that Canada has made some progress, but there’s much more work that needs to be done. Continue reading
Justin Trudeau to host Spanish prime minister to discuss benefits of trade with Europe
According to a news release from Trudeau’s office, the two leaders will discuss the benefits of the Canada-Europe free trade agreement, as well as other topics including global security and gender equality. Continue reading
Carbon pricing will cost Canadians money — it might also give them back plenty more: report
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
“At almost all income levels and for almost all family types, families and households would receive more money back in carbon dividends than they would pay out in carbon taxes or indirect costs.” Continue reading
Popular children’s play-and-learning centres closing: Calgary parents devastated
By Tomasia DaSilva Business Anchor
Calgary’s only Gymboree Play & Music centres are set to close on Sept. 29, after 30 years in business. Continue reading
Halifax cruise season entering it’s busiest time
Five cruise ships made port Friday, two are coming in Saturday and two more will be stopping in on Sunday. Continue reading
Here’s why the U.S. is slapping China with tariffs and who stands to lose
The Trump administration will begin taxing $200 billion in Chinese goods starting Monday. The tariffs will start at 10 per cent and rise to 25 per cent in 2019. Continue reading
Experts say don’t get your hopes high on weed stocks
By Colton Praill Reporter
Stats Canada estimates Canadians will spend up to $1.018 billion dollars on legal pot in Q4 of 2018; but don’t confuse that as a sign to invest in cannabis. Continue reading
Legal pot sales could reach $1 billion between October and December: StatCan
The agency estimates that the amount spent on legal pot during the fourth quarter could range between $816 million and $1.02 billion. Continue reading
U.S. ‘very, very close’ to Mexico-only NAFTA deal: White House
White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said that the U.S. may have to move ahead without Canada with the October 1 deadline looming. Continue reading
When will the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion get built? It’s hard to tell
Construction on the pipeline expansion won’t start for at least six months, one expert said. Continue reading
