Most Canadians feel confident about affording life milestones—but many are still putting them off

But long-term confidence doesn’t mean that Canadians are untouched by the current economic environment. While 68% said they’re confident they’ll ultimately meet their milestones, over half (51%) said that they’re currently putting off at least one...

Canadians want reassurance, not austerity, from the federal budget: New polling 

On the eve of Prime Minister Carney’s first budget, my sense is that Canadians aren’t angry. They’re exhausted. They are quite panicked and feel very wary. Our latest Abacus Data polling paints a clear picture: People want the government to keep...

Canadian government employees’ productivity dropped 4 percent below private sector workers in last decade: Study

The productivity of Canadian public sector workers declined over the last decade at a loss of 0.3 percent annually, while private sector employees’ productivity grew by 0.5 percent per year on average, according to a new research paper published...

New Zealand Investment Boost 2025: How Businesses Can Save More Tax Under the New Corporate Incentive

New Zealand’s government has unveiled a major corporate tax reform under its 2025 Investment Boost package, offering significant financial incentives for businesses investing in growth, innovation, and sustainability. The new corporate scheme aims...

Trump trade war with Canada could usher Chinese cars into the U.S.

Elected officials and Detroit automakers have fretted for years that low-priced, high-quality Chinese cars could eventually enter the U.S. market through Mexico. But consider this: car haulers full of Chinese-brand vehicles might someday roll...

CPA Canada calls for AI guardrails

CPA Canada is asking the Canadian government to advance a framework for independent assurance over artificial intelligence systems, re-engage in the legislative process when it comes to AI, and strengthen AI literacy to support responsible...

Pakistan, Canada finalize first round of FIPA talks

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Canada have successfully concluded the first round of negotiations for the Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPA), marking a key step toward strengthening bilateral economic and investment cooperation....

New business-focused Costco store will open soon near Surrey

Published 3:22 pm Monday, November 3, 2025 Nov. 14 is opening day in New Wesminster for B.C.’s first Costco Business Centre, filled with hundreds of items not found at a typical Costco warehouse. While focused on business needs, the store is open...

Australia to Hike Retirement Age of Government Employees: Commonwealth Plan Framed as Lifetime Gift for Employees, Higher Lifetime Earnings

Bulk Australian Li Why the Change Is Happening Now The decision to lift the retirement age is driven by several long-term demographic and economic trends. Australia, like many developed countries, faces a growing population of retirees and...

A step-by-step guide to setting up your local business in Toronto

Do you have a compelling business idea but don’t know where to start? We asked Olu Villasa, program manager at the Black Entrepreneurship Alliance, for his expert advice on how to turn that dream into a business. Start by checking out Small...

China's resumption of Canada group tours triggers surge in flight searches

A view of Ottawa, Canada Photo: VCG Just after China announced on Monday its decision to resume group tours to Canada operated by travel agencies, Chinese travel platforms saw a surge of enthusiasm among travelers for related trips. Fliggy told...

3 in 4 Indian student visa applications to Canada rejected in August: Report

Nearly three out of every four Indian applications for student permits to Canadian post-secondary institutions were rejected in August this year — a sharp rise from just 32% a year ago, according to a report by news agency Reuters citing...

Announcing the Denver Smart Business Dealmaker Award Winners and 2025 Dealmakers Hall of Fame Class

The Smart Business Dealmakers Dealmaker of the Year Awards recognize exceptional individuals who are shaping the landscape of business and innovation in Denver. In addition, The Denver Dealmakers Hall of Fame recognized a class of dealmakers that...

Halloween display depicting politicians hanging from gallows taken down in Manitoba

STE-GENEVIÈVE – A Halloween display of politicians hanging from gallows has been taken down from a home in southern Manitoba and police say there will be no charges. The Rural Municipality of Taché confirmed the homeowner disassembled the display...

Federal Government Rejects $28K-$36K Pay Raise for Judiciary

The Supreme Court of Canada is seen on Jan. 16, 2020, in Ottawa. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld Ottawa has rejected a recommendation by an independent commission to boost judges’ salaries by at least $28,000, saying it can’t justify the increase...

Questrade secures approval to launch Canada's newest bank

TORONTO — Canadians should soon have a new banking option as Questrade Financial Group says it has secured regulatory approval to launch Questbank. TORONTO — Canadians should soon have a new banking option as Questrade Financial Group says it has...

Diplo Jokes He's Dated Both Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau: 'I'm Not into Politicians' By Daniela Avila

NEED TO KNOW Diplo said he's dated both Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau on the Smart Girl Dumb Questions podcast on Oct. 7 When a fan asked if the statement was true in the comments, the host of the podcast clarified it was a joke Diplo was briefly...

Conservatives push to halt Ericsson’s Canadian technician layoffs

Two Conservative ministers from the party’s shadow cabinet are calling on the Liberal government and Minister of Industry Mélanie Joly to prevent Ericsson from laying off critical Canadian technical staff. This all circles back to Rogers, which...

HardTech Summit 2025 highlights Canada’s rising strength in hardware, medtech, AI

ventureLAB’s 5th Annual HardTech Summit brought together more than 1,500 attendees at the Paramount Event Space in Vaughan, marking the first time the summit has been hosted in the city. The move signaled both growth and momentum for Canada’s...

Rock and roll legends AC/DC coming to 4 Canadian cities in summer of 2026

Hells Bells! Rock ‘n’ roll fans better get ready to be shook all night long, because one of the biggest acts on earth is returning to four Canadian cities in 2026. AC/DC has announced more dates for its ongoing Power Up tour (named for the band’s...