Luxury goods quality declining to fast fashion levels
A troubling trend sees luxury items built to last now falling apart quickly. Discover why heritage brands are shifting and what it means for Canadian consumers.
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U.S. Birth Rate Hits Low: Demographer Debunks Crisis
The U.S. fertility rate has fallen to 1.6 children per woman, sparking political alarm. A leading demographer explains why the panic is overblown and what policies would actually help families.
Canada Post Labour Dispute Shakes Public Trust
A lengthy labour dispute at Canada Post has significantly eroded public confidence in the national postal service. Learn how the disruption is affecting communities and what it means for reliability.
Spotting Signs of Decline in Elderly Loved Ones During Holidays
The holiday season is a crucial time to observe the well-being of aging family members. Learn the key signs of physical and cognitive decline to watch for during your visits.
Canada's GDP shrinks 0.3% in October
Statistics Canada reports a 0.3% economic contraction in October, driven by manufacturing declines and service sector strikes. A preliminary estimate shows a slight 0.1% rebound in November.
Canada Post, union reach tentative deal for 55,000 workers
Canada Post and CUPW have reached a tentative five-year agreement, ensuring holiday mail stability. Workers will vote on ratification in early 2026. Details on wage increases inside.
Canada Post, union reach tentative agreements
Canada Post and its union have reached tentative agreements, with a ratification vote expected in the new year. This news comes alongside other national updates.
Canada Post, CUPW reach tentative labour agreements
Canada Post and CUPW have reached tentative deals covering 55,000 workers, featuring a 6.5% first-year wage increase and averting strike action. Ratification votes are set for early 2026.
Saskatoon postal workers mark year since back-to-work order
Postal workers and allies gathered in Saskatoon to recognize one year since the federal government ordered Canada Post employees back to work, highlighting ongoing labor tensions.
B.C. Population Drops for First Time on Record
British Columbia's population has fallen for the first time ever, driven by an exodus of non-permanent residents. Explore the causes and what it means for housing, healthcare, and the labour market.
B.C. sees first annual population drop on record
British Columbia's population has declined annually for the first time in recorded history, according to new data. Explore the details and implications of this historic demographic shift.
Canada's population drops for first time since pandemic
Statistics Canada reports the first population decline since the pandemic. Explore the key demographic shifts and economic implications for the country's future.
Canada's population drops post-pandemic due to immigration policy
New data reveals Canada's first population decline since the pandemic, driven by tighter immigration rules. Explore the economic and demographic impacts of this significant shift.
Canada's population declines for first time since pandemic
Canada's population fell by 76,068 in Q3 2025, the first quarterly drop since COVID-19. The decline is driven by fewer foreign students and workers. Read the full analysis.
Canadian Travel to U.S. Down 40% Over Last Year
Flight Centre data reveals a sharp 40% decline in Canadians vacationing in the USA. Discover the shifting travel trends and what destinations are gaining popularity instead.
Canada Post 'fully prepared' for holiday rush after strike
Canada Post declares it is fully prepared for the 2025 holiday shipping rush, implementing lessons learned from last year's disruptive labour strike to ensure timely deliveries.
Halifax Airport Sees Holiday Surge, Fewer U.S. Travelers
Halifax Stanfield International Airport reports increased holiday traffic for December 2025, but data shows a notable drop in passengers heading to the United States. Get the latest travel insights.
Canada ranks 12th in global freedom index amid decline
A new report ranks Canada as the 12th freest country globally, highlighting a concerning worldwide decline in human freedom. Explore the findings and Canada's position.
TSX down 100+ points, U.S. markets also lower
Canada's S&P/TSX composite index fell sharply, losing over 100 points on December 16, 2025, as U.S. stock markets also retreated. Get the latest business and market analysis.
Home Sales Decline Near Calgary in November
New data from the Calgary Real Estate Board reveals a sharp drop in home sales and prices in communities surrounding Calgary for November 2025. Explore the key figures and see which town bucked the trend.
Canada ranks 13th as global freedoms decline sharply
A new Fraser Institute report reveals a sharp decline in human freedoms worldwide, with Canada holding steady at 13th place. Switzerland tops the list, while Hong Kong's ranking plummets.
Double-Digit Drop in Waterloo Region Home Sales
Home sales in the Waterloo Region fell sharply in November 2025, with realtors reporting a significant double-digit decline. Get the latest data and analysis on the local real estate market shift.
Opinion: Canada Post is an expensive relic
Steve Murphy argues Canada Post is a costly, outdated institution. Read his analysis on the future of postal service in Canada and the financial burden on taxpayers.
PQ Leader Doubles Down on 'Disloyalty' Comments
Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon refuses to apologize for calling cultural leaders 'disloyal' for congratulating federal minister Marc Miller, sparking political firestorm.
Montreal-area home sales fall 8.5% in November
Home sales in the Greater Montreal Area declined 8.5% in November 2025, according to the local real estate board. Discover the key factors behind the market slowdown.
Miller 'hurt' by Legault's French decline remarks
Montreal MP Marc Miller expresses hurt over Quebec Premier Legault's comments on the decline of French. Get the latest on this political clash over language and identity in Canada.
Fewer Canadians donating as charities face Giving Tuesday challenges
Charities across Canada navigate a decline in donors during Giving Tuesday 2025, leveraging the crucial fundraising day amid persistent economic pressures. Discover the strategies and local impacts.
Miller 'fed up' with language debate, Legault calls him disgrace
New languages minister Marc Miller sparks Quebec backlash after saying he's 'fed up' with politicized French debate. PM Carney backs him as Legault fumes. Read the latest.
Legault condemns Miller's remarks on French decline
Quebec Premier François Legault sharply criticizes federal minister Marc Miller's comments on the decline of French. Get the latest on this political clash over language in Canada.
Canada's Domestic Travel Boom at the Expense of U.S. Trips
New data reveals a major shift in Canadian travel habits. Domestic tourism soared in Q2 2025, while trips to the U.S. fell sharply. Explore the numbers and what they mean for the economy.
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