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Canada's foreign investment falls to 18-month low

Foreign direct investment in Canada dropped to $18.2 billion in Q3 2024, the lowest level since early 2024. Explore the trends and policy responses affecting Canada's economic landscape.

Vancouver keeps public change tables after outcry

Vancouver city officials scrap controversial plan to remove baby change tables from public washrooms following strong public opposition. Learn how community advocacy made a difference.

Brookfield launches $10B AI fund with Nvidia

Brookfield Asset Management partners with Nvidia and Kuwait Investment Authority to launch $10 billion AI infrastructure fund, targeting global AI build-out with potential $100 billion in assets.

Global Capital Shifts in Real Estate Investment

Colliers' 2026 Global Investor Outlook reveals investors are actively redeploying capital across sectors and regions, with data centers booming and offices staging a comeback.

How New Public Service Early Retirement Buyouts Work

Learn how the federal government's $1.5B early retirement incentive program will work for Canadian public servants, funded by the pension plan surplus. Get the details on eligibility and timeline.

Federal public service cuts exceed attrition capacity

Analysis reveals Canadian government's plan to cut 40,000 public service jobs by 2028-29 cannot rely solely on attrition. Departments like CRA face significant challenges despite early retirement incentives.

Microsoft's $10B AI Investment in Portugal

Microsoft announces massive US$10 billion investment in Portuguese AI data center, signaling major commitment to European artificial intelligence infrastructure development.

SoftBank sells $5.8B Nvidia stake for OpenAI focus

Japanese investment giant SoftBank has divested its entire Nvidia position worth $5.8 billion, redirecting capital toward OpenAI and artificial intelligence ventures. Discover the strategic shift.

Ottawa Cuts 5,000 Public Service Jobs in 2024 Budget

The Canadian government reveals sweeping changes to the public service through strategic attrition and AI integration. Discover how the 2024 budget aims to balance fiscal responsibility with service delivery.

Montreal STM Strike: More Than Just Money

Discover why Montreal's public transit workers have been on strike for nearly a month, fighting for more than just wages in a struggle that's paralyzing the city's commute.

$30M Endoscopy Suite Coming to Moncton Hospital

The New Brunswick government is making a major healthcare investment with a new $30 million endoscopy suite at Moncton Hospital, promising reduced wait times and enhanced diagnostic capabilities for patients across the region.

Quebec's $38B climate cost for 2030 GHG targets

Quebec faces a monumental $38 billion investment to meet its 2030 greenhouse gas reduction targets, with the province's environment minister revealing the massive financial hurdle ahead.

Will Ottawa's Budget Actually Spur Business Investment?

The federal government's latest budget promises billions to spur business investment, but economists and industry leaders question whether the measures will deliver real results or fall short of expectations.

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