After more than 18 months of negotiations, Canada Post and its unionized postal workers have …
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Fixed Mortgage Rates Edge Up Amid Rising Bond Yields
Fixed mortgage rates in Canada have been trending upward over the past week, largely due to a rebound in bond yields triggered by stronger-than-expected economic data. Both U.S. and Canadian developments are contributing to the …
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After more than 18 months of negotiations, Canada Post and its unionized postal workers have yet to reach a final agreement. Even after the federal jobs minister gave a mandate for progress more than three …
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Canada Imposes Higher Tariffs on China to Protect Steel Industry
Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled a sweeping set of new trade measures aimed at protecting Canada’s steel industry from a surge of foreign imports — with a specific focus on steel produced in or …
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Trump’s 35% Tariffs on Canadian Goods Set to Hit U.S. Families With $200 Monthly Costs Starting August 1
How the New Tariffs Could Impact Gas Prices, Groceries, and Everyday Goods for Millions of Americans Starting August 1, American consumers could face a major financial squeeze as former President Donald Trump moves forward with …
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‘The Beer Store to Close 10 More Locations in Ontario, Including 5 in the GTA, Citing Tough Decision
Major Retail Shift Hits Ontario’s Beer Industry The Beer Store has announced the impending closure of 10 additional retail outlets across Ontario, with several located in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). These shutdowns are part …
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Canada Postpones Key Changes to Post-Graduation Work Permit Eligibility
International students in Canada have received a reprieve after the federal government walked back a significant change to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program. Just weeks after announcing that 178 non-degree program fields would no …
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Canada to Open New PR Intake for Parents and Grandparents on July 28
Starting July 28, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will begin accepting up to 10,000 complete applications for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). The invitations to apply (ITAs) will be sent over a …
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Toronto Adds New Flight to Country Famous for Pristine Beaches and Vintage Cars
If you’re already picturing yourself basking under the sun on a tropical beach this winter, you’re not alone — and there’s now a new way to make that dream a reality. WestJet has officially launched …
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The Rise and Fall of an Ontario Lumber Town
Ontario is celebrated for its vibrant cities, cottage country, national parks, and charming small towns. But beyond the popular tourist trails lies a different kind of story — one of industry, ambition, and abandonment. Scattered …
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Canadian Workers Eligible for Up to $600 from CRA Benefit This July
As a new wave of federal payments begins rolling out this month, low-income workers across Canada could be in for a welcome financial boost. Thanks to updates from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), the Canada …
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