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Crews work in Nunavut hamlet to restore power that’s been off since Thursday
KIMMIRUT, Nvt. — The Nunavut government has declared a state of emergency in Kimmirut after…
Ottawa’s ‘night mayor’ wants to transform quiet capital into after-dark destination
OTTAWA — Canada’s capital has long held a reputation as a town that fun forgot.…
Union for B.C. foremen accuses port employers of ‘acting recklessly’ ahead of lockout
VANCOUVER — The union representing more than 700 foremen is accusing the BC Maritime Employers…
No strike notice so far as talks continue between Canada Post and workers’ union
MONTREAL — Canada Post says talks are continuing with the union that represents postal workers…
Hope for a Gordon Lightfoot museum ‘still very much alive’ in his hometown
TORONTO — Gordon Lightfoot’s folk music legacy could still be honoured with a museum in…
Utility says power back on in Kimmirut after days-long outage
KIMMIRUT, Nvt. — Power has been restored to a Nunavut hamlet on Baffin Island following…
Taylor Swift shows spark beading bonanza and big sales for crafting retailers
When Taylor Swift swings through Vancouver in December, Mikaela St Louis will be among the…
Poilievre asks premiers to axe their sales taxes on new homes worth under $1 million
OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has written to the provinces’ premiers, asking them to…
CPA Canada reaches agreements with Ontario, Quebec on education and standards
CPA Canada says it’s reached agreements with its Ontario and Quebec counterparts on education, exams…
Trucking, construction expect ‘labour crisis’ with new temporary worker rules
OTTAWA — Dominique Lamothe said the trucking firm she works for will be in trouble…
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…