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The B.C. mining industry is calling for urgent amendments to DRIPA to address the economic uncertainty it says it’s creating. And as Paul Johnson reports, the province is also being urged to be more transparent about what’s being discussed.

B.C. is a place for mining exploration, the provincial government says, but industry experts say the processing time for the mineral claims are still taking way too long. Paul Johnson explains.

Canada’s economy grew by 0.2 per cent month-on-month in February, marking a fourth consecutive month of economic growth. Goods-producing industries led the way, with expansions in manufacturing, mining and oil and gas extraction. Nivrita Ganguly has this story and more in Business Matters for April 30, 2026.

Several Canadian industries have been battered by U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs, with some sectors skeptical of whether Prime Minister Mark Carney’s trade strategy will pay off. Heidi Petracek speaks with people whose livelihoods are on the line about what they’re hoping for from upcoming Canada-U.S. negotiations.

Amid reports that Stellantis is planning to use its idled plant in Brampton, Ont. as an assembly line for Chinese electric vehicle (EV) knockdown kits, Canada’s Industry Minister Mélanie Joly has rejected the notion.

An AI-generated video clip of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt fighting has gone viral and sparked widespread concern in Hollywood.  Tech expert Carmi Levy explains how it was made using a program called “Seedance” with a straightforward two-line prompt. We also learn about the entertainment industry’s reactions and the potential repercussions of AI. We also...

New Brunswick’s maple syrup industry gathered for their annual general meeting Saturday, with issues of expanding the provinces production and the environmental impacts on it top of mind. Johnny James reports.

There’s been another blow to the province’s forestry industry with a wood chip plant on Vancouver Island forced to close its doors. As Aaron McArthur reports, it comes as Premier David Eby spent much of the week focused instead on the province’s mining and energy sectors. 

Mike Attersall, the associate director of the Aerospace Innovation Hub, explains how the new initiative at Calgary International Airport will help local startups take their industry-changing ideas to market.

Manitoba’s rainy autumn and recent snowfall has farmers optimistic about soil moisture levels this year. A silver lining in an industry currently facing many uncertainties. Global’s Teagan Rasche reports.

WATCH: Key industries in Saskatchewan say they are welcoming the federal government’s new budget, but still have questions on its implementation and hope more current issues could also be addressed.

Air Transat’s pilots have voted overwhelmingly to strike if contract talks between their union and the company fail. Mike Armstrong looks at what pilots are unhappy about, and the impact a work stoppage could have on the airline industry ahead of a busy holiday travel season.

There is some big news in the beer industry this week. The oldest brewing school in the U.S. is moving north of the border. After more than 150 years based in Chicago, it’s moving to Montreal this January. Mike Armstrong explains the reason for the move.

Over in Alberta, the provincial government and the oil and gas industry will be paying close attention to Carney’s announcement. They have high hopes for a new pipeline to the West Coast. No private investor has expressed interest in building the pipeline, and B.C. Premier David Eby isn’t interested either. As Heather Yourex-West reports, Alberta...

The focus next week in Ottawa will be the release of the federal government’s budget, but one line item has already been announced. One that’s meant to tie up a tax loophole, that some say exploits workers in the trucking industry. Taya Fast reports.

Paul Myers, the brother of legendary Canadian actor Mike Myers, visits TMS to discuss his new book, “John Candy: A Life in Comedy,” which offers readers a deeper look at the life and legacy of a Canadian comedy icon. Turns out his brother Mike Myers once asked John for tips on how to break into...

The striking B.C.G.E.U. is expanding its job action, with public sector workers who support the mining industry now walking picket lines. Travis Prasad reports.

n part 2 of this exclusive conversation with Doug Ford, Ben Mulroney questions the Ontario Premier about the crisis in the Canadian auto industry as well as the rise in crime across our country. Ford also discusses the pragmatic approach of the current government compared to previous administrations, emphasizing the importance of collaboration across party...

Hollywood is hesitating to roll out the red carpet for Tilly Norwood, an “actress” made from artificial intelligence. Mike Armstrong explains how the company that created Norwood is hoping to turn her into a star, and why it’s ignited a backlash across the film industry, including in Canada.

A big week in the world’s mining industry with a merger involving a Vancouver-based company. Here to break down the multi-billion dollar deal is financial analyst, Robert Levy in business news.