Competition Bureau to Study SME Financing Landscape
Canada's Competition Bureau launches a study into the financing landscape for small and medium-sized businesses. The probe aims to identify competitive barriers and improve access to capital.
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Smith Urges Swift Pipeline Approval After Venezuela Conflict
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith calls for federal approval of a heavy oil pipeline to B.C. by fall, citing U.S. actions in Venezuela as a direct threat to Canada's energy market share. Read the urgent appeal.
Saks Plans Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing as Soon as Sunday
Iconic luxury retailer Saks Global Enterprises is preparing to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, marking a dramatic fall for the 150-year-old brand. Get the full story on the financial crisis.
B.C. Conservationists Warn Against Roberts Bank Bitumen Pipeline
Conservation groups argue a proposed Alberta bitumen pipeline to Roberts Bank in Delta, B.C., poses severe risks to endangered killer whales and salmon, adding to cumulative environmental stress. Read the full analysis.
Trump's Venezuela Oil Plan Pressures Canada's Pipeline Pace
As Donald Trump pledges to revive Venezuela's oil industry in 18 months, Canada's slow pipeline approval process under Mark Carney faces scrutiny. Experts warn of capital flight risks.
Alberta details northwest coast pipeline plan online
Alberta unveils a new webpage for its proposed bitumen pipeline to BC's coast, aiming for market diversification as global oil dynamics shift with Venezuela's developments. Explore the project's timeline and details.
Alberta launches website for potential West Coast oil pipeline
The Alberta government has unveiled a new website to assess market interest in a potential new oil pipeline to the West Coast. This move follows a recent federal-provincial agreement.
Venezuela Shift Strengthens Case for Canadian Oil Pipeline
President Trump's push to unlock Venezuelan crude is strengthening the political argument for a new Canadian pipeline to diversify oil exports to Asia. Learn how this impacts Canada's energy strategy.
Alberta Minister: First Nations Pipeline Support '50/50'
Alberta's Indigenous Relations Minister Rajan Sawhney says pipeline support among First Nations is split, but expects concerns to ease after consultations. The province aims to submit a West Coast pipeline proposal by mid-2026.
Italy arrests 9 for alleged Hamas funding via charities
Italian authorities have arrested nine individuals suspected of raising millions of euros for Hamas through charitable organizations. The operation highlights ongoing international efforts to combat terror financing.
Tech Firms Shift $120B AI Data Centre Debt Off Books
Major tech companies have used complex SPV financing to shield $120 billion in AI data centre spending from their balance sheets, raising concerns about hidden financial risks for Wall Street investors. Read the full analysis.
AI Debt Boom Pushes Corporate Bond Sales Near Record
U.S. investment-grade bond sales hit $1.7 trillion in 2025, nearing the 2020 record, driven by AI infrastructure borrowing. Investors hedge against a potential credit bust as issuance is expected to grow in 2026.
Alberta may reroute oil pipeline through U.S. states
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith suggests a pipeline route through Montana, Idaho, and Washington could bypass B.C.'s resistance. Explore the escalating interprovincial energy conflict.
Canada's Pipeline Shield Protects Oilpatch from 'Super Glut'
As oil prices near a five-year low, Canada's expanded pipeline network offers critical shelter from a potential 2026 supply glut, putting producers in a stronger position than during the 2018 crisis.
Toronto Proposed as Home for Defence Security Bank
Experts argue Toronto is the natural choice to host the new Defence, Security and Resilience Bank, leveraging its financial hub status to bolster allied security. Discover why Canada's bid hinges on its largest city.
Pablo Rodriguez's Future in Question as Liberals Delay Meeting
Quebec Liberal Leader Pablo Rodriguez's political future hangs in the balance as a delayed caucus meeting follows reports he called allies 'in tears.' New allegations of improper campaign financing fuel the crisis.
Bondi Attack a Warning for Canada on Terrorism Threat
The Bondi Beach shooting underscores the persistent threat of Islamist extremism. Canada must confront its own pattern of near-miss terror plots with strategic honesty, not hope. Read the analysis.
$1B in B.C. loan guarantees needed after Cowichan ruling
A property tax expert warns the B.C. government's $150M loan guarantee promise falls far short of the potential $1B needed to backstop financing after the Cowichan Aboriginal title decision. Read the full analysis.
Poilievre's Conservatives to force pipeline vote next week
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre plans to force a parliamentary vote on a pipeline agreement through an opposition motion. The move, set for next week, intensifies political debate over energy policy. Read the details.
Canacol in Talks for Emergency Loan During Restructuring
Canadian gas producer Canacol Energy is negotiating a short-term loan as it restructures debt under creditor protection. Learn about the company's financial challenges and the potential impact on investors.
Netflix's $59B Loan for Warner Bros. Deal Among Largest Ever
Netflix lines up a historic $59 billion bridge loan from major banks to finance its $72 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, marking a major return of mega-deals. Read the details.
Carney's near-miss on giving B.C. pipeline veto power
Prime Minister Mark Carney came close to granting British Columbia de facto veto power over a crucial national oil pipeline, a move critics warn would cripple major projects. Read the analysis.
Using Life Insurance as Collateral for Business Growth
Discover how Immediate Financing Arrangements (IFAs) allow Canadian business owners to access capital for major decisions without selling assets. Learn about Manulife Bank's simplified lending suite.
New B.C. Coast Pipeline May Be 50% Indigenous Owned
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says a proposed oil pipeline to B.C.'s coast could be 50% owned by Indigenous groups, generating $2B annually. Learn about the project's details and political support.
Majority of Canadians support new Alberta-B.C. pipeline
A new poll reveals majority national support for a proposed oil pipeline from Alberta to B.C.'s coast, despite cooler reception in the affected province. Read the details.
Canada to Boost Trans Mountain Output Before Sale
Energy Minister Tim Hodgson says Ottawa will maximize the Trans Mountain pipeline's capacity and resolve tolling disputes before considering a sale to the private sector. Read the latest.
Guilbeault Quits Cabinet Over Pipeline Agreement
Montreal MP Steven Guilbeault resigns as culture minister, citing a conflict of conscience over a new Alberta pipeline deal. The former environmental activist explains his decision on Tout le monde en parle.
Alberta Pipeline Promise Faces Multiple Hurdles
Ottawa and Alberta signed a pipeline MOU for Asian markets, but conditions, financing and regulatory hurdles remain unresolved. Read analysis of the real challenges ahead.
Poll: Majority of BC Residents Support Pipeline Idea
New Angus Reid poll reveals 53% of British Columbians conditionally support Alberta-to-coast oil pipeline, showing shift in public opinion from previous opposition.
CIBC Doubts Private Sector Will Take BC Pipeline Soon
CIBC analysts express skepticism about private sector willingness to finance new BC pipeline despite federal-provincial agreement. Read analysis of economic hurdles.
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