Cargo companies start to reroute away from Montreal amid fears of port strike
A major transport company has rerouted cargo away from the Port of Montreal over fears of a potential strike, prompting concerns that others may follow in its wake.
Economy
Mar 27
Tribunal rejects Montreal port employers’ bid to rule dockworkers as essential
The Canada Industrial Relations Board shut down an attempt by the employers to draw out a back-and-forth over whether port work constitutes essential service, rejecting their case.
Canada
Mar 14
Alberta seeking more control over immigration, more Ukrainian refugees to fill jobs
The Alberta government is asking the federal government for more control over provincial immigration.
Canada
Mar 27
S&P/TSX composite closes lower despite boost to energy and mining stocks
Energy and mining stocks got a boost from rising commodity prices Monday, but Canada's main stock index closed down overall to kick off a short trading week.
Economy
Mar 25
‘We’re turning away revenue’: Outdated VIA Rail cars impacting northern Manitoba tourism
Churchill, Man., has long been a tourist hotspot, but some industry stakeholders are raising the alarm about a lack of functioning rail equipment leading to a decline in visitors.
Canada
Mar 21
Jets acquire Tyler Toffoli from Devils at trade deadline
The Jets have acquired winger Tyler Toffoli from the New Jersey Devils in exchange for a second-round draft pick in 2025 and a third-rounder in the 2024 draft.
Sports
Mar 8
Gilgeous-Alexander powers Thunder past Raptors
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander grew up watching "NBA legends" at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena. It's arguable he's on his way to becoming one himself.
Sports
Mar 22
After February’s inflation report, economists are firming up their rate cut bets
The annual rate of inflation cooled to 2.8 per cent in February despite rising gas prices, thanks in part to cooling at the grocery store, StatCan said.
Canada
Mar 19
Influx of newcomers causing stress for Winnipeg shelters
The call for help from shelters in British Columbia to provide housing for refugees and asylum seekers is a familiar refrain for organizations here in Manitoba.
Canada
Mar 13
2 years in, has the Bank of Canada’s historic rate hike campaign done the job?
Two years after the Bank of Canada started raising its key interest rate, inflation, the housing market and the overall economy are vastly different. Here's what's next.
Money
Mar 2
Wounded Warriors kids camp marks major milestone
Wounded Warriors camps for kids offers resources for youth on how to cope with and learn from their family member's injuries. The organization has now served 1,000 kids.
Canada
Feb 24
1 in 5 Canadians report threats or harassment in sports, StatCan says
According to Statistics Canada, 20 per cent of Canadians report having experienced or witnessed threats or harassment in community sports in the last five years.
Sports
Mar 5
Quebec budget 2024: Deficit balloons to record $11B, no precise timeline to balance books
After hinting Quebec’s financial situation was weak, Girard tabled a $158-billion budget on Tuesday with an $11-billion deficit and a delay of his timeline to balance the books.
Economy
Mar 12
The West Block Transcript – Episode 28, Season 13
From how changes in sexual offences in the military will be addressed, to controversial attempts at getting recruitment numbers up, the defence minister joins us in studio.
Politics
Mar 24
Manitoba still in gas tax holiday, and prices are… high? Expert explains
On Jan. 1, Manitobans saw gas prices hovering around $1.15 a litre, but GasBuddy reports that before noon on Leap Day, prices touched $1.32.
Economy
Feb 29
Chick-fil-A is coming to Alberta later this year
Chick-fil-A announced Tuesday it will open three new restaurants in Alberta by the end of the year, with plans for up to 20 stores in the province by 2030.
Features
Feb 20
Grammy winner Emmylou Harris to headline Halifax Jazz Festival, more bands announced
Emmylou Harris, Matt Anderson, Fitz and the Tantrums, and The War and Treaty were all announced as the first wave of headlining performers for the 2024 Halifax Jazz Festival.
Entertainment
Mar 7
Metrolinx moves to ban some e-bikes from GO trains over battery-fire worries
The provincial transit agency Metrolinx is preparing to ban certain e-bikes with non-certified batteries from the GO train network amidst safety concerns.
Canada
Mar 13
Daniel Sedin lifts Canucks over Sens in OT
The Vancouver Canucks are starting to look like contenders again as they continue to rebound from a disastrous 2013-14 season.
Dec 31, 1969
What you need to know before trimming and pruning this spring
Expert tips and tools to help you trim your hedges and shrubs this spring.
The Curator
Mar 15