-
Will the Bank of Canada cut interest rates? What economists expectWith the Bank of Canada set to provide an update on interest rates on Wednesday, economists are expecting no changes this time as the trade war has increased economic uncertainty.EconomyJun 3
-
Bank of Canada’s head says rate pause a result of ‘shock-prone’ worldGovernor Tiff Macklem of the Bank of Canada was interviewed after the central bank held its overnight lending rate at 2.75 per cent for the second straight meeting.EconomyJun 7
-
Bank of Canada holds interest rate steady again amid trade warThe Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate at 2.75% as tariff uncertainty lingers, including President Donald Trump's latest increase to steel and aluminum tariffs.CanadaJun 4
-
Lethbridge food banks adapting to uncertain Canada Post futureAmid another looming postal strike, two southern Alberta food banks are moving on to electronic billing, donations and newsletters as trust with Canada Post dwindles.PerspectivesMay 22
-
Bank of Canada says trade war ‘poses greatest threat to Canadian economy’The Bank of Canada is warning the trade war brought on by U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policy poses a significant threat to the economy, according to the latest reportEconomyMay 8
-
How U.S. tariff uncertainty weighed on Bank of Canada’s latest rate moveThe Bank of Canada is growing more cautious about interest rate policy as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs take effect on the economy, according to the latest report.EconomyApr 30
-
These real estate markets might be showing signs of life, report suggestsA report by the Royal Bank of Canada released Monday said local real estate boards have indicated that home resales picked up in some Canadian markets in May.CanadaJun 10
-
‘Worst-case’ scenario may be avoided as business confidence rises: BoCA senior official at the Bank of Canada says businesses are reporting feeling somewhat less concerned about tariff impacts and the 'worst-case tariff scenario' was less likely.EconomyJun 5
-
As tariffs loomed, Canada’s economy grew 2.2% in the first quarterThe data will give the Bank of Canada a sense of how tariffs from the United States weighed on the economy early in the year ahead of its next interest rate decision.CanadaMay 30
-
G7 finance officials meet in Banff with Trump tariffs, Ukraine top of mindFinance Minister François-Philippe Champagne and Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem will lead the meetings, which come ahead of June's G7 Leaders' Summit in Kananaskis, Alta.WorldMay 20
-
Renewing your mortgage? What Bank of Canada’s rate hold means for youAccording to a recent Royal LePage report, 1.2 million mortgages will be up for renewal in Canada this year. Here's what the Bank of Canada's rate hold means for them.CanadaApr 17
-
Bank of Canada holds interest rate steady amid tariff turmoilThe Bank of Canada held its benchmark rate at 2.75 per cent on Wednesday, ending a streak of seven consecutive rate cuts, as Canada grapples with a trade war.CanadaApr 16
-
Trump’s trade war darkens outlook as 1 in 3 Canadian firms plan for recessionA Bank of Canada survey said 32 per cent of Canadian businesses were planning ahead with the assumption that a recession will occur in Canada over the next year.CanadaApr 7
-
Batten down the hatches? Canadians cut spending amid tariff fearsWary of economic hardships, Canadians are becoming more cautious with spending and planning savings, the Bank of Canada noted in its summary of deliberations on Wednesday.CanadaMar 26
-
Canada summons Israel’s ambassador after diplomats fired at in West BankForeign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said four Canadians were part of a delegation touring the city of Jenin when Israeli Defence Forces fired warning shots in their vicinity.WorldMay 21
-
Minister wants Canada Post, union back at table to talk arbitrationJobs Minister Patty Hajdu is urging Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers to return to the negotiating table with federal mediators.CanadaJun 4
-
Canada Post workers will refuse overtime as union starts strike actionCanada Post workers aren't holding rotating or nationwide strikes yet, but they are taking job action, with the union calling on employees to refuse overtime.CanadaMay 23
-
Ban flavoured vapes now, anti-smoking groups urge Carney’s governmentSeveral anti-tobacco groups are calling on Canada's health minister to finalize regulations that would ban flavoured vaping products.CanadaMay 27
-
Canada Post strike: Union reviewing latest offer amid overtime banThe Canadian Union of Postal Workers said Saturday it was still reviewing the Crown corporation's latest offer and expects mediated talks to resume this weekend.CanadaMay 24
-
Parks Canada to study Clear Lake after boat ban shocks usersSome, speaking anecdotally, said it is a contentious issue, with community members divided on the proper course of action and how the decision will impact the area.ConsumerMay 23