Canadian Economy Beats Estimates, Grows 2.7% In Third Quarter
OTTAWA - Canada's economy rebounded stronger than expected during the third quarter, but the bounce was not enough to change market impressions that conditions are fragile and susceptible to both...
View ArticleNova Scotia energy minister welcomes approval of revised Maritime Link deal
HALIFAX - Nova Scotia's energy minister is welcoming a decision approving a revised agreement to proceed with the $1.5-billion Maritime Link project, saying it protects the interests of power customers...
View ArticleCanadian dollar declines amid stronger than expected economic growth
TORONTO - The Canadian dollar was slightly lower Friday despite signs of stronger than expected economic growth and rising commodity prices.The loonie was off 0.05 of a cent to 94.41 cents US as the...
View ArticleCanada Jetlines: Ultra-Low Cost Carrier Being Proposed For Western Canada
A group of aviation veterans is looking to launch a new ultra-low cost carrier in Vancouver next fall that carries the potential of significantly cutting the cost of travel in Western Canada. Canada...
View ArticleDon Cherry's Unique Image Makes Him A Tough Sell In New NHL Era
TORONTO - Don Cherry's status as an icon of Canadian TV hockey may prove to be his downfall as the groundbreaking deal between Rogers Communications and CBC ushers in a new era of "Hockey Night in...
View Article'Downton Abbey' On Netflix Canada: Seasons 1 And 2 Available For Streaming
Now you can walk the halls of Downton Abbey from the comfort of your own couch -- or wherever you are, as long as you subscribe to Netflix Canada. Netflix, NBCUniversal Television and New Media...
View ArticleThe Very Best Apple Black Friday Deals In The U.S.
Black Friday is one of the few -- if only -- days of the year when Apple acts like a normal retailer. So as in years past, the electronics maker is offering one-day deals to kick off the holiday...
View ArticleCanada Jetlines Ltd., Vancouver-Based Airline, To Offer Cheap Flights
A group of aviation veterans is working to launch a Vancouver-based airline that would offer cheap flights throughout western Canada. Canada Jetlines Ltd., which would fly under the name "Jetlines," is...
View ArticleBlack Friday In Calgary, Edmonton Draws Criticism, Humour, Anger
Social media was buzzing Friday with tips on Black Friday deals and up-to-the-minute updates on store lineups across the province. But there was also the mocking, mostly aimed at the border-line...
View ArticleCanada Falls On Internet Speed Rankings
Canada has some of the slowest internet speeds in the developed world. According to data from broadband research company Ookla, Canadians on average had the 38th fastest internet speeds in the world....
View ArticleSuzette Hall, Topless Barber, Facing Criminal Charges In Colorado
LONGMONT, Colo. - A woman who allegedly offered topless hairstyling services in northern Colorado faces criminal charges. But police say the problem isn't cutting hair without a top. It's cutting hair...
View ArticlePension Warnings Worrisome As Seniors' Debts Grow
The "huge economic crisis" that Ontario Premier Wynne has warned about, citing concerns that the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) is insufficient for the future needs of the country, has had some interesting...
View ArticleSaks Fifth Avenue Coming To Hudson's Bay In Toronto
In what is one of the biggest retail news since Target set up shop in Ontario, Saks Fifth Avenue has also confirmed that they are indeed coming to Canada. The American retailer will be opening its...
View ArticleSaputo's bid for Australian dairy hits snag as regulator orders pause
MONTREAL - A bid by Saputo to buy Australia's oldest dairy processor hit a snag Friday when regulators issued a temporary order stopping the Canadian company from adding to its holdings in Warrnambool...
View ArticleQuebec government announces $4.3 million over three years for wine industry
MONTREAL - Premier Pauline Marois' government is giving Quebec vintners $4.3 million over the next three years to help boost the province's wine industry.''Our wine industry is still young and it needs...
View ArticleOil edged up amid abundant supplies, thin trading due to US holiday
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Oil remained below US$93 a barrel Friday in light trading a day after the Thanksgiving holiday in the United States.Benchmark West Texas Intermediate crude for January delivery rose 42...
View ArticleApache Canada's Zama City Spill Leaks Waste Water; Second Reported
CALGARY - Alberta's energy regulator is investigating another pipeline leak of waste water.Apache Canada Ltd. reported one of its operator's discovered the leak on Oct. 25 at its Shekilie field...
View ArticleDon Cherry, Rogers 'Hockey Night In Canada' Host? Personality To Discuss...
TORONTO - Don Cherry has mostly kept his own counsel since Tuesday's announcement that Rogers Communications is getting NHL broadcast rights, but that will change tonight.Cherry said earlier this week...
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Malls Now Offer 'Quiet' Santa Visits For Kids With Autism (PHOTOS)
Meeting Santa Claus at a shopping mall can be horribly hectic. There are large crowds, long lines, and holiday music blaring from speakers. It's a recipe for madness -- and for children with autism,...
View ArticleWoman Tasered In Black Friday Melee (VIDEO)
Just when you thought behavior on Black Friday couldn't get any more shocking. Two women were captured on video early Friday morning throwing punches at a Philadelphia, Penn. mall before one of the...
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