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Alberta potato crops battered by extreme weather

Extreme weather batters Southern Alberta's potato farms as researchers document unprecedented crop damage. Learn how heat stress and destructive hail are creating a perfect storm for Alberta's agriculture industry.

Imperial Oil sells Calgary HQ, cuts hundreds of jobs

Imperial Oil Ltd. has struck a deal to sell its massive Calgary headquarters as part of a global restructuring that will eliminate hundreds of positions in the city, marking a significant shift for one of Canada's energy giants.

Oil Steadies as U.S. Reimposes Venezuela Sanctions

Global oil prices found stability as the U.S. reinstated sanctions on Venezuela's oil industry, creating new uncertainty in energy markets while Middle East tensions continue to simmer.

Cenovus-Husky Merger Vote Delayed Another Week

The crucial shareholder vote on Cenovus Energy's massive acquisition of Husky Energy has been postponed for another week, creating uncertainty in Canada's oil and gas industry during turbulent times.

Shell Beats Estimates with $7.7B Q2 Profit

Royal Dutch Shell delivers powerhouse Q2 2023 results, crushing analyst forecasts with $7.7 billion profit as strategic shifts and LNG demand fuel financial triumph.

Federal Minister on Bail Reform & Pipeline Future

Exclusive insights from Canada's federal minister on urgent bail reform legislation and the potential for future pipeline development in Alberta. Key policy updates affecting justice and energy sectors.

DP World Ships 400 Tons of Peruvian Blueberries to U.S.

Global trade leader DP World successfully transports 400 tons of fresh Peruvian blueberries to American consumers, showcasing efficient cold chain logistics and expanding North American fruit availability.

Shell Outperforms TotalEnergies in Q2 Earnings

Shell delivers stronger-than-expected quarterly profits while TotalEnergies falls short, as both energy giants navigate declining oil and gas prices in current market conditions.

Canadian Oil Sands Outshining U.S. Energy Peers

A new report reveals Canadian oil sands companies are gaining competitive advantages over U.S. shale producers, with lower decline rates and stronger financial performance attracting investor attention.

Canadian Farmers Demand Budget Relief Amid Crisis

As Canada's agricultural sector faces a perfect storm of challenges, producers are calling for urgent support in the upcoming federal budget to address mounting pressures from trade tariffs, severe drought conditions, and declining crop values.

Alberta Unions Reveal Strategic Strike Plan

Alberta's largest public sector unions reveal coordinated strike strategy targeting government operations after contract negotiations stall, affecting 80,000 workers.

Canadian Public Service Grows by 42,000 Since 2020

Exclusive analysis reveals Canada's federal public service has grown dramatically since 2020, adding over 42,000 employees while private sector faces economic uncertainty. Discover the numbers behind the expansion.

Ontario U-Pick Farms Face Theft Crisis

Farmers across Ontario report alarming surge in theft and unauthorized picking at u-pick operations, putting financial strain on family-run farms during peak harvest season.

Bird Flu Outbreak Strikes Five Manitoba Farms

Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been confirmed at five commercial poultry farms in Manitoba, prompting immediate quarantine measures and raising concerns about food safety and farm livelihoods.

Arts Sector Outpaces Canada's Overall Economy

New data reveals Canada's arts and culture sector is growing at nearly double the rate of the national economy, contributing $57 billion annually and supporting 750,000 jobs across the country.

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