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German magazine slammed for Trump “Nazi salute” cover
BERLIN – This week’s cover of a popular German news magazine depicting U.S. President Donald…
After first quarter, feds on track to meet $28.5B deficit prediction: report
OTTAWA – Three months into the fiscal year, the public books are on track to…
VW engineer gets prison, $200,000 fine in diesel scandal
DETROIT – A Volkswagen engineer who had a key role in the company’s diesel emissions…
Construction firm Aecon Group’s stock soars after confirming potential sale
TORONTO – Aecon Group Inc.’s (TSX:ARE) stock price has soared after the Canadian construction firm…
Major North American markets relatively flat, loonie breaks 80 cents US
TORONTO – Canada’s largest main stock index capped off Friday with a modest loss, as…
Auto unions say Mexico wage fight will continue even if NAFTA crumbles
TORONTO – Canadian and American auto worker unions say they’ll continue to fight for higher…
B.C. government to eliminate tolls on two Vancouver-area bridges
PORT COQUITLAM, B.C. – Premier John Horgan is citing fairness and affordability for his fledgling…
Simons CEO feels ‘vindicated’ as national expansion ushers in new era for retailer
MONTREAL – The head of Quebec-based department store chain Simons is feeling vindicated as it…
AP Sources: Expedia CEO Dara Khosrowshahi to lead Uber
DETROIT – Expedia CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has been named Uber’s top executive, taking the difficult…
Gilead to pay $11.9B for cancer treatment developer Kite
Gilead Sciences will pay $11.9 billion in cash to buy Kite Pharma and plant a…
Saskatchewan politician tried to influence investors in China: commissioner
REGINA – Premier Brad Wall has kicked out a founding member of his governing Saskatchewan…
Gasoline future prices jump in Harvey’s wake due to refinery disruptions
CALGARY – Canadian gasoline prices are expected to rise this week after widespread flooding from…
Toromont beefing up with $1.02-billion purchase of Hewitt heavy equipment business
MONTREAL – Toromont Industries sees the $1.02-billion purchase of rival heavy equipment supplier Hewitt Group…
Adviser to EPA chief cited for federal banking violations
WASHINGTON – A high-ranking political appointee at the Environmental Protection Agency has been cited by…
Scotiabank Q3 profit rises to $2.1 billion, dividend going up nearly 4%
TORONTO – Scotiabank is reporting a $2.1-billion profit in its third quarter and a dividend…
Home Capital hires former Canaccord Genuity CFO as new chief financial officer
TORONTO – Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) is continuing to rebuild its executive ranks with…
US consumer confidence improves again in August
WASHINGTON – American consumers give today’s economy the highest grade in more than 16 years.…
Agrium buying farm-supply retail network with 20 locations in Georgia, Florida
CALGARY – Agrium Inc. (TSX:AGU) is preparing to expand its agriculture retail business in the…
Quebec, Airbnb reach agreement to collect lodging tax in the province
MONTREAL – Airbnb and the Quebec government announced an agreement Tuesday that will see the…
Most actively traded companies on the TSX
Some of the most active companies traded Tuesday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock…
Scotiabank, BMO hopeful about economic growth following strong Q3 results
TORONTO – Two of Canada’s major banks are mighty optimistic about the prospects for North…
Newfoundland and Labrador’s dam experience a warning for B.C.’s Site C: expert
VANCOUVER – A hydroelectric venture in central Labrador should serve as a cautionary tale for…
Groundbreaking Nova Scotia battery-tech start-up gets federal cash
DARTMOUTH, N.S. – The future of lithium-ion battery longevity — a key component in a…
Atlantic salmon caught in B.C. waters, far north of damaged U.S. fish farm
SECHELT, B.C. – A First Nation on British Columbia’s south coast says its members have…