Supply management a ‘sacred cow,’ but politicians want more competition
Political support for the controversial agricultural framework known as supply management has endured, despite the country's ongoing affordability crisis.
Economy
Mar 13
Alberta’s irrigation district managers propose a $5-billion plan for water storage and conservation
Alberta's irrigation managers are proposing a $5-billion plan for water storage and conservation in the province's south as the region faces an increasingly tight water supply.
Environment
Apr 5
Manitoba Hydro says new power generation, time of use rates and more are on the table
Manitoba Hydro CEO Jay Grewal says industry demand and the switch to electric vehicles will create a need for more power generation and supply management efforts, sooner or later.
Canada
Jan 30
‘About a week’s worth of gasoline’: Leaders seek answers to unplanned Manitoba pipeline shutdown
The province says it has convened a 'supplier table' comprising Manitoba’s largest fuel suppliers to help support the management of the fuel supply being brought in.
Canada
Mar 18
S&P/TSX composite ticks higher Wednesday, U.S. stock markets mixed
Strength in energy and base metal stocks helped lift Canada's main stock index on Wednesday, while U.S. stock markets were mixed but held relatively steady.
Economy
Apr 3
S&P/TSX composite nudges higher to new record close; commodity prices gain
Canada's main stock index edged slightly higher to a new record close Monday, helped by commodity price gains that lifted the energy and mining sectors.
Economy
Apr 1
Calgary announces Water Security Roadmap amidst Alberta drought conditions
The City announced it will partner with WaterSMART Solutions to develop the Integrated Water Security Roadmap and Water Reuse Assessment Project.
Environment
Apr 3
‘Concerning’: B.C.’s snowpack lowest in 50 years at 63% of normal
Last year at this time, the snowpack average was at 88 per cent of normal. Authorities are concerned significantly higher drought hazards.
Environment
Apr 10
Diabetes medication Humalog faces shortage in Canada
Eli Lilly has issued a warning regarding the shortage of an insulin product in both Canada and the U.S. that is expected to persist until mid-April.
Health
Apr 5
Fleming College in Peterborough suspends 29 programs in wake of international student cap
Fleming College president Maureen Adamson says current students will not be impacted and a focus will be on helping them finish their programs.
Education
Apr 24
Family raises concerns about Lethbridge assisted living home
One family is making accusations about what they say is a lack of care and security provided at a Lethbridge senior supportive living home. Sarah Jones has the details.
Canada
Apr 22
Does Budget 2024 make it easier to buy a first home in Canada?
The 2024 budget included $8.5 billion in new housing initiatives. Here's what experts say that money means for prospective homebuyers trying to break into the market.
Money
Apr 17
Walmart Canada says robots are coming to two Ontario warehouses
Together, they shave down the time it takes to get products from trailers into the facility by 90 per cent — and their overlord, Walmart Canada, hopes this is just the start.
Canada
Apr 12
Taking flight: Concordia students find value in competing in aeronautics design contest
The competition helps industry find solutions and allows students to not just network, but also start thinking about some of the numerous problems they'll face as engineers.
Canada
Mar 25
Tim Hortons’ Smile Cookie sales in Lindsay to support Ross Memorial Hospital, Kawartha Lakes Food Source
The participating restaurants including three on Kent Street West, one at the corner of County Road 36 and Mount Hope Street and the other on Highway 35 south of Highway 7.
Health
Apr 23
Winnipeg gas stations without gas? Expert says ‘it’s not a crisis’
On the tail of a shuttered pipeline, several gas stations across Winnipeg are reporting to be out of fuel, or limiting consumption.
Traffic
Mar 21
CIB splitting $140M loan among Manitoba communities for water and wastewater projects
Brandon, Niverville and the Rural Municipalities of Taché, Hanover and Richot will all be on the receiving end of a loan for water and wastewater projects.
Canada
Mar 26
Lethbridge among 10 regions to receive provincial airport grant
Lethbridge and Medicine Hat regional airports are both receiving the most money at $150,000 dollars each.
Canada
Apr 4
Construction workers shortage stands in the way of housing boost: experts
The federal budget tabled Tuesday acknowledged skilled labour shortages contribute to the 'entrenched structural barriers' holding back new housing supply.
Canada
Apr 18
As drug deaths continue, Belleville, Ont. urges province for support
Belleville urges provincial aid for new detox center amidst rising drug deaths. Public Health reports 6 more fatalities in 3 weeks. Urgent action needed.
Health
Mar 26