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Nepean Areas Face Frequent, Prolonged Power Outages

Residents in parts of Nepean, like Manordale, McKellar Park, and Crestview, report frequent power failures, forcing them to create backup plans. Discover the community response and Hydro Ottawa's role.

Power Outages Hit Thousands in Waterloo Region

Thousands of residents across Waterloo Region are without electricity as Enova Power investigates widespread outages. Get the latest details on the situation and ongoing response.

Gold Steady After Record Rally, Traders Book Profits

Gold prices stabilize after a historic rally to over $4,500 an ounce. Analysts point to strong ETF demand and geopolitical risks as key drivers for the 2025 surge. Read more on the market outlook.

Bitcoin Stalls Near $87K, Misses Year-End Rally

Bitcoin's price remains stagnant near US$87,370, failing to join the year-end 'Santa rally' seen in traditional markets. Analysts note a disconnect from bullish news as the token heads for its worst quarter since 2022.

Banks Race to Capitalize on Gold's Historic Price Surge

As gold and silver hit record highs, major banks and traders are aggressively expanding their precious metals operations, transforming a once-sleepy sector into a profit powerhouse. Discover the driving forces.

Gold Nears $4,500 as Investors Seek Safe Haven

Gold prices hover near record highs of US$4,500 an ounce. Discover how Canadian investors are buying gold and the key factors, from U.S. monetary policy to geopolitical tensions, driving this historic rally.

AI Boom Forces Dirty Power Plants Back Online

The explosive growth of AI data centres is straining Canada's power grid, forcing utilities to reactivate polluting 'peaker' plants to meet surging electricity demand. Discover the environmental impact.

Silver Beats Gold & Other 2025 Market Surprises

As 2025 ends, BMO's chief economist reveals surprising stats: silver soared 140%, the TSX beat the S&P 500, and Canada's job market defied trade war fears. Discover the year's top performers.

Gold, Silver Hit All-Time Highs as Geopolitical Risks Rise

Gold and silver prices surged to unprecedented levels, driven by escalating global tensions and expectations of U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts. Discover the factors fueling this historic rally and what it means for investors.

Gold price hits record high of $4,383.76

The price of gold soared to a historic peak of $4,383.76 per ounce, driven by investor bets on impending U.S. interest rate cuts. Explore the market forces behind this surge.

Matcha Latte Prices Soar in Montreal Due to Global Shortage

The price of matcha in Montreal has nearly doubled in a year, jumping from $26 to $46 per 100 grams. A surge in demand driven by Gen Z and social media trends has created a global supply crunch, forcing tea shops to seek new sources.

Regina approves 10.9% property tax increase for 2026

Regina city council has passed a 2026 budget with a 10.9% mill rate increase, the largest tax hike in two decades. The average homeowner will pay an extra $276 annually. Discover the key changes and council's tough decisions.

Regina approves 10.9% property tax increase

Regina City Council has passed a 10.9% property tax increase for 2026. Mayor Chad Bachynski presided over the final budget deliberations. Learn the details and impacts.

Alberta's Data Centre Boom Powered by Natural Gas

Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta's $100 billion data centre goal is now attainable after federal Clean Electricity Regulations were suspended, paving the way for natural gas power. Read more.

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