Canadian Pensions Seek Shelter from U.S. Market Turbulence
Major Canadian pension funds are expanding investments in Europe and Asia to reduce exposure to U.S. dollar volatility and political uncertainty under the Trump administration.
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Walmart Hits $1 Trillion Market Value Milestone
Walmart has become the first retailer in history to reach a market capitalization of US$1 trillion, marking a significant achievement in the retail sector.
Gold Bull Market May Peak at $12,000: Rosenberg
Economist David Rosenberg argues gold's bull market could peak at $12,000 per ounce, citing global trade recalibration and supply-demand imbalances as key drivers.
Guelph Police Hunt Suspects in $2.8K Baby Formula Theft
Guelph Police are investigating a theft of nearly $2,800 worth of baby formula from a local store, seeking four male suspects who fled without paying.
GDI Investors Oppose Birch Hill Takeover as Too Low
Two significant shareholders in GDI Integrated Facility Services Inc. are rejecting a privatization offer from Birch Hill Equity Partners, calling the $36.60 per share bid insufficient and unfair to investors.
Dollar Disorder: A Wake-Up Call for Global Investors
The U.S. dollar's recent volatility as the world's primary reserve currency signals a pivotal moment for international investors, prompting a reassessment of global financial strategies.
Churchill Residents Weigh In on Port Expansion Project
Local residents in Churchill, Manitoba, share their perspectives on the proposed Port of Churchill Plus project, highlighting its potential to transform the community and bolster Canada's Arctic presence.
Silver Rally Crashes, Trapping Retail Investors
Silver's meteoric rise to over $120 per ounce has collapsed in a brutal three-day rout, drawing comparisons to meme stocks and leaving retail investors with massive losses.
Silver Rally Becomes 'Death Trap' for Retail Crowd
Silver's record-breaking surge has collapsed into a brutal three-day sell-off, leaving retail investors battered in a market compared to meme stock frenzy.
GO Transit Special Schedule After Train Derailment
GO Transit is operating on a modified schedule after a train derailed near Union Station, causing ongoing disruptions and delays for commuters across multiple lines.
Senior Dies After Highway 17 Crash in Sudbury
A 74-year-old woman from Sault Ste. Marie has died from injuries sustained in a crash on Highway 17 in Sudbury earlier this week, according to Ontario Provincial Police.
Musk Merges SpaceX and xAI in $1.25 Trillion Deal
Elon Musk combines SpaceX and xAI to create the most valuable private company ever, aiming for space-based AI infrastructure and a blockbuster IPO.
Josh Amaro Named Disney CEO, Replacing Bob Iger
The Walt Disney Company has announced that Josh Amaro, current head of Disney Parks, will take over as CEO from Bob Iger in 2026, marking a major leadership transition.
18-Storey Tower in Vancouver's Broadway Plan Sparks Debate
An 18-storey concrete highrise approved for Yukon and 14th in Vancouver's Mount Pleasant neighborhood symbolizes the dramatic upzoning under the Broadway Plan, with residents organizing resistance against what they call out-of-scale development.
Vancouver Airport Hits Record Passenger and Cargo Numbers in 2025
Vancouver International Airport achieved its busiest year ever in 2025, handling 26.9 million passengers and 365,000 tonnes of cargo, with strong growth in domestic and Asia Pacific travel.
North Bay Property Taxes to Rise 3.95% in 2026
North Bay City Council has passed a $179.4 million budget for 2026, resulting in a 3.95% property tax increase for residents, as approved during a Monday evening meeting.
Pedestrian Critically Injured in North York Crash
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in North York, Toronto, suffering critical injuries according to police. The incident highlights ongoing road safety concerns in urban areas.
Oilpatch Leaders Criticize Ottawa's Carbon Pricing Proposal
Federal carbon pricing proposals spark industry backlash, with oilpatch leaders calling them punitive and lacking business sense amid sensitive Alberta-Ottawa negotiations.
Canadian Companies Must Build AI-Ready Workforce in 2026
As Canadian businesses transition from AI experimentation to full adoption in 2026, building trust, prioritizing ethics, and keeping humans at the center will be critical for successful workforce integration.
Fraser Valley Home Prices Fall to Pandemic-Era Levels
Fraser Valley home prices have declined for ten straight months, with the Benchmark price dropping below $900,000 for the first time since spring 2021 amid economic uncertainty and high inventory.
Disney Appoints Josh D'Amaro as New CEO
Walt Disney Company appoints Josh D'Amaro, head of its parks division, as CEO to succeed Bob Iger, facing challenges from AI, streaming competition, and labor negotiations.
Wall Street Steadies, Gold and Silver Rebound, Asian Markets Soar
Global markets show mixed trends with Wall Street stabilizing, gold and silver rebounding sharply, and Japanese and South Korean markets experiencing significant gains amid ongoing economic shifts.
Mink Ventures Moves Drill to Montcalm After Warren Project
Mink Ventures Corporation has finished its drilling program at the Warren Ni Cu Co Project in Timmins, Ontario, and is now moving equipment to the Montcalm Property for further exploration of nickel, copper, and cobalt deposits.
PepsiCo Cuts Prices on Lay's, Doritos After Backlash
PepsiCo announces price reductions of up to 15% on core snack brands like Lay's and Doritos, responding directly to consumer resistance against prior hikes.
Trade Tensions Raise Restaurant Costs in Canada
A new report reveals nearly one-third of Canadian restaurateurs face profit pressures due to rising food prices linked to ongoing trade tensions with the United States.
Union Warns Public Service Cuts Will Affect Canadians
A federal union cautions that planned public service job reductions will have significant consequences for Canadian citizens and service delivery across the nation.
Siemens Energy's $1B U.S. Power Market Investment
Siemens Energy announces a major $1 billion investment to expand its presence in the rapidly growing U.S. power generation and transmission sector.
U.S. Work Hours Concentrate in 9-to-5, Retail Defies Trend
New research shows American work schedules are increasingly concentrated in traditional daytime hours, with the graveyard shift declining across most sectors except retail, where nighttime operations persist.
Gold's Biggest Daily Gain Since 2008 as Investors Step In
Gold prices surge dramatically, marking their largest single-day increase since the 2008 financial crisis, as investors capitalize on a recent steep selloff to buy the precious metal at lower prices.
Windsor Approves Rezoning for Four-Storey Apartment
Windsor's planning committee has approved rezoning for a proposed four-storey, 25-unit apartment building at the intersection of Howard Avenue and Ottawa Street, marking a significant development in the city's urban housing landscape.
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