Oil Above $97, Asian Stocks Fall on Ceasefire Skepticism

Oil prices rebounded sharply above $97 a barrel while Asian stock markets mostly declined on Thursday amid growing skepticism over a fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire. The Strait of Hormuz closure and renewed Middle East tensions fueled market uncertainty.

B.C. Companies Get $6.75M in Provincial Funding for Growth

Four British Columbia companies have received a total of $6.75 million in provincial funding to expand their operations, as announced by Premier David Eby. This investment aims to boost local innovation and economic development across diverse sectors.

Woman Killed in Crash South of Brooks: RCMP

Alberta RCMP are investigating a fatal crash south of Brooks that resulted in the death of a woman. The incident occurred on April 8, 2026, with authorities providing initial details.

High Oil Prices Persist Despite Sharp Ceasefire Drop

Oil prices remain over 40% higher since February despite a significant drop following Middle East ceasefire announcement. Canadian experts predict months before normalization as key supply issues persist.

B.C. Overrides West Vancouver, Mandates Housing Density

The B.C. government has taken unprecedented action, overriding West Vancouver's municipal authority to enforce housing density targets after the district approved only 58 of 220 required units and missed key deadlines.

Nova Scotia Home Sales Down in March: Report

A new report shows a decrease in home sales across Nova Scotia in March, with insights from the Nova Scotia Association of Realtors on market trends and factors influencing the decline.

Alberta's Care-First Auto Insurance Plan Faces Criticism

Alberta's proposed no-fault auto insurance system, dubbed Care-First, is under fire for potentially increasing premiums while stripping drivers of compensation rights. Critics argue it prioritizes insurer profits over consumer protection.

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