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Mario Canseco: Inflation, job fears and economic pessimism cloud the year ahead, says survey

Mario Canseco: Inflation, job fears and economic pessimism cloud the year ahead, says survey

Tariffs threats haven’t changed our views on Canadian economy, according to Research Co. poll
Trump signs order imposing 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum

Trump signs order imposing 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum

WASHINGTON — Donald Trump has signed executive orders to slap 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States, including Canadian products, starting in March — near the deadline given to Canada to convince the U.S.
B.C. Premier David Eby sets eyes on Republican lawmakers, labour leaders in Washington, D.C.

B.C. Premier David Eby sets eyes on Republican lawmakers, labour leaders in Washington, D.C.

Premier calls tariffs 'mutually assured damage' ahead of two-day trip to voice opposition to Trump's proposal
Singh promises 100% tariffs on Tesla, revival of electric vehicle incentive program

Singh promises 100% tariffs on Tesla, revival of electric vehicle incentive program

OTTAWA — NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh says Canada should charge 100 per cent tariffs on Tesla vehicles for as long as the trade war with the United States continues.
Trump’s invasion threats violate international law: Canadian ambassador

Trump’s invasion threats violate international law: Canadian ambassador

PARIS — Canada's ambassador to France says United States President Donald Trump's invasion threats violate international law.
New laws not the 'only tool' to strengthen ballot integrity: elections chief

New laws not the 'only tool' to strengthen ballot integrity: elections chief

OTTAWA — Chief electoral officer Stéphane Perrault acknowledges that proposed changes to bolster the integrity of the next national vote are unlikely to become law before Canadians head to the polls next.
S&P/TSX composite rises more than 200 points, U.S. stock markets also higher

S&P/TSX composite rises more than 200 points, U.S. stock markets also higher

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index rose more than 200 points on Monday, led by strength in the energy, base metal and technology sectors, while U.S. stock markets also climbed. The gains came despite an announcement from U.S.

Stock market today: Wall Street takes Trump's latest tariff threats in stride, and indexes rise

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is taking President Donald Trump’s latest threat on tariffs in stride, on the whole, and U.S. stock indexes are rising. The S&P 500 rose 0.
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Trade and tariffs Trade and tariffs are expected to continue dominating the headlines in Ottawa and on Bay Street this week.
Rob Shaw: Eby's unscripted moment at Invictus Games strikes the perfect chord

Rob Shaw: Eby's unscripted moment at Invictus Games strikes the perfect chord

B.C. premier's off-the-cuff speech drew cheers, heart gestures