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Ambrose says western separatism can fizzle out if Ottawa listens to grievances

Ambrose says western separatism can fizzle out if Ottawa listens to grievances

CALGARY — Former federal Conservative cabinet minister Rona Ambrose says the secessionist sentiment in Alberta is an unwelcome source of uncertainty for investors — but it could fizzle out quickly if Ottawa handles it right.
Competition Bureau seeking public input on algorithmic pricing

Competition Bureau seeking public input on algorithmic pricing

OTTAWA — The Competition Bureau says it's looking for public input as it delves deeper into the rising trend of companies using algorithms to set prices.
S&P/TSX composite rises on Tuesday, U.S. stocks also climb higher

S&P/TSX composite rises on Tuesday, U.S. stocks also climb higher

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index rallied Tuesday on the strength of battery metals and energy stocks, while U.S. stock markets also rose. Investors were sitting tight as the U.S.
New AI minister says Canada won’t ‘over-index’ on AI regulation

New AI minister says Canada won’t ‘over-index’ on AI regulation

OTTAWA — Canada's new minister of artificial intelligence said Tuesday he'll put less emphasis on AI regulation and more on finding ways to harness the technology's economic benefits.
US stocks drift closer to their record as Wall Street waits to see what US-China talks will bear

US stocks drift closer to their record as Wall Street waits to see what US-China talks will bear

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks drifted just below their all-time high as the wait continues to hear what will come of trade talks underway between the United States and China. The S&P 500 rose 0.
Want to crush your debt? Financial experts suggest trying a money crash diet

Want to crush your debt? Financial experts suggest trying a money crash diet

Crash diets are extreme and unhealthy, but the financial version might actually make sense. Scott Terrio recommends them to his clients sometimes, as manager of consumer insolvency for Hoyes, Michalos & Associates Licensed Insolvency Trustees.
OPEC secretary-general takes aim at net-zero targets 'detached from reality'

OPEC secretary-general takes aim at net-zero targets 'detached from reality'

CALGARY — There's no peak in global oil demand on the horizon and it will take trillions in investment in the coming decades to meet that need, the secretary-general of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries said Tuesday.
Auditor general finds F-35 costs soared due to project delays, pilot shortages

Auditor general finds F-35 costs soared due to project delays, pilot shortages

OTTAWA — The estimated cost of Canada’s incoming fleet of advanced stealth fighters exploded by nearly 50 per cent in just a few years, auditor general Karen Hogan said Tuesday.
Credit rating agency says Manitoba's recent tax changes outweigh affordability offers

Credit rating agency says Manitoba's recent tax changes outweigh affordability offers

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is expected to use more "revenue levers," similar to its recent income and property tax changes, as part of its plan to reduce the deficit, a credit-rating agency report says.
Saskatchewan to join Alberta in buying American booze, months after tariff war pause

Saskatchewan to join Alberta in buying American booze, months after tariff war pause

REGINA — Saskatchewan's liquor board says it will start buying and distributing American booze to retailers, months after Premier Scott Moe announced it would stop doing so.
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