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Vancouver home sales surge in October amid lower borrowing costs: board
VANCOUVER — Greater Vancouver Realtors says home sales in the region jumped 31.9 per cent…
Conservatives are trying to loosen regulations on natural health products
OTTAWA — A Conservative MP wants Parliament to undo changes made by the Liberals last…
BCE signs deal to buy U.S. fibre internet provider Ziply Fiber for $5 billion
BCE Inc.’s share price took a hit on Monday after the company announced it has…
Oil, gas companies told to cut emissions by one-third under planned cap
OTTAWA — Oil and gas producers in Canada will be required to cut greenhouse gas…
B.C. port employers launch lockout at terminals in labour dispute with workers
VANCOUVER — Employers have locked out more than 700 unionized workers in the latest development…
Nintendo reports lower profits as demand drops for its aging Switch console
TOKYO (AP) — Nintendo, the Japanese video game maker behind the Super Mario franchise, said…
‘Ready for both’: Canadians prepare for any outcome as Trump declares victory
WASHINGTON — Former president Donald Trump declared victory early Wednesday morning as the path to…
Inflation is down, wages are up. Why are Canadians still frustrated with the economy?
OTTAWA — The federal finance minister has been taking every opportunity to remind frustrated Canadians…
B.C. business groups urge end to port lockout as labour dispute halts shipping
VANCOUVER — British Columbia’s businesses leaders are urging port employers and more than 700 unionized…
Nintendo reports lower profits as demand drops for its aging Switch console
TOKYO (AP) — Nintendo, the Japanese video game maker behind the Super Mario franchise, said…
Concerns about trade, defence as MPs, diplomats eye U.S. vote results
OTTAWA — MPs, diplomats and political staff gathered around the parliamentary precinct to anxiously take…
House of Commons committee looks to recall Tom Clark about New York City condo
OTTAWA — Members of Parliament studying the federal government’s decision to buy a $9-million luxury…
Proposed $32.5B tobacco deal not ‘doomed to fail,’ judge says in ruling
TORONTO — An Ontario judge says any outstanding issues regarding a proposed $32.5 billion settlement…
After months of buildup, news outlets finally have the chance to report on election results
The final answer may or may not come on Tuesday, but news organizations that have…
Unexpectedly, news outlets wind up having a relatively traditional election night experience
For all the concerns about a tumultuous process that could leave Americans waiting for days…
Nintendo Chief insists the Switch momentum will keep going, even after its successor
TOKYO (AP) — Japanese video game maker Nintendo’s chief said Wednesday that Switch console sales…
Trump clinches victory; Trudeau touts Canada-U.S. relationship as ‘envy of the world’
WASHINGTON — Donald Trump clinched the United States election after a tumultuous campaign and Canadian…
‘Let’s be calm’: Canada’s cabinet ministers reflect on Donald Trump’s election win
OTTAWA — Canadian cabinet ministers are offering reassurances and urging calm after learning former president…
Montreal-area home sales jumped in October as prices rose: board
MONTREAL — The Quebec Professional Association of Real Estate Brokers says Montreal-area home sales surged…
Company ordered to pay $200,000 in Alberta arena workplace death
TOFIELD, Alta. — A recreation facility equipment supplier has been ordered to pay $200,000 after…
No talks scheduled in standoff between employers, union in B.C. port lockout
VANCOUVER — British Columbia port employers say they may be “required to reassess” their position…
Cineplex to make online purchase fee more obvious amid tribunal case
TORONTO — Cineplex Inc. says it will continue adding a fee to some online ticket…
Swimming Canada CEO Ahmed El-Awadi steps down to pursue other opportunities
TORONTO — Ahmed El-Awadi is stepping down as the chief executive officer of Swimming Canada.…
Four years make a big difference for Donald Trump – and for Fox News
Four years ago, Fox News precipitated an internal crisis with a bold election night call…