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Canadian Hindu Chamber of Commerce Hosts Dhanteras Gala 2025, Celebrating Excellence, Culture & Community Leadership
Mississauga, ON — The Canadian Hindu Chamber of Commerce (CHCC) welcomed over 700 dignitaries, business leaders, professionals, and community members to the Dhanteras Gala 2025 at IKON Event Space (6887 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON). The evening...
Lucky’s burglarized twice in 28 hours (Metro Vancouver)
Photo: . Lucky's Smokehouse storefront on Oct. 10 A pair of early morning burglaries have caused thousands of dollars of damage and losses for Lucky’s Smokehouse on Sechelt’s Wharf Avenue. The first incident occurred at 1:15 a.m. Oct 7. Video...
Canada's 'class-action king,' former Sask. MLA Tony Merchant dies at 81
Anthony (Tony) Merchant, a well-known lawyer and former Saskatchewan MLA, has died. His son, Evatt Merchant, confirmed that the 81-year-old died at his home in Regina on Thanksgiving Monday, Oct. 13. A funeral is scheduled to be held in Regina...
Canada-based NeuroCatch brings U.S. headquarters at Phoenix Bioscience Core
NeuroCatch Inc., a brain health technology company based out of British Columbia, announced today it will open its United States headquarters in Greater Phoenix at the Phoenix Bioscience Core (PBC). MORE NEWS: Phoenix bucket list: 25 things you...
Canadian business struggling amid Canada Post workers strike: CFIB
Canada Post workers are back on the job around the country Tuesday as the union changed tactics to rotating strikes, but many businesses are not satisfied with the change. The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) represents over...
Meet the new people joining Calgary city council
With the largest rookie class of councillors elected in Calgary in more than a century, the 10 new faces coming to council have a lot on their plate. There's a looming budget to pass, figuring out what to do about blanket rezoning — not to mention...
Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization Announces More Than $1.5 Million In Funding For Not-For-Profits To Boost Financial Literacy, Strengthen Investor Protection, And Support Vulnerable Investors, Across Canada
The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) has announced $1.55 million in funding for seven not-for-profit organizations who are building financial literacy, committed to strengthening investor protection and assisting vulnerable...
NH's Business: Is economic uncertainty in NH affecting bank lending to small businesses?
NH's Business: Is economic uncertainty in NH affecting bank lending to small businesses? TEMPERATURES IN PLACE THROUGH LATE WEEK. WELCOME TO NEW HAMPSHIRE’S BUSINESS. I’M FRED KOCHER. THE ECONOMIC BUSINESS UNCERTAINTY THAT EXISTS RIGHT NOW IN NEW...
‘Catastrophic outfall’: Small business closes due to BCGEU strike
A coffee shop located inside of the Royal BC Museum has been forced to shut down after suffering record low sales due to the ongoing BCGEU strike. Owner of 2% Jazz Coffee Sam Jones knew the moment the strike started, the likely-hood of his 10...
Alberta introducing new licence plate
Published 3:45 pm Wednesday, October 15, 2025 By Staff Red Deer Advocate Alberta is refreshing its licence plate design for the first time in more than 40 years. Until Nov. 5, Albertans can take part in a tournament-style online vote for a new...
‘Massive relief’: Small businesses react to rotating postal strike announced by union
Canada Post workers are set to have mail and parcel delivery resume as soon as possible after switching to rotating strikes. As Canada Post workers begin rotating in and out of service this weekend, small businesses who rely on the courier are...
Veteran Vancouver pub set to close ahead of redevelopment (Metro Vancouver)
Photo: . Darby's Pub will close after 45 years, while its sibling liquor store will temporarily relocate before moving back to the same Kitislano corner in the new development. A 45-year run is about to come to an end at one Vancouver corner, but...
Alberta getting new licence plates
Notably, ‘Strong and Free’ is also part of the UCP’s slogan, and a reference to the party’s Strong and Free Club, which is for top UCP supporters. “From our wide-open landscapes to our entrepreneurial spirit, Alberta has so much to be proud of,...
Landmark Step in Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy
The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada has opened a new chapter in the country’s Indo-Pacific story with the launch of its Asia Regional Office in Singapore – a move designed to supercharge Canada’s strategic, business, and cultural engagement with...
The U.S. is out-competing Canada in rewarding top-tier immigrants with higher pay: Study
The U.S. remains the land of opportunity for highly educated immigrants when it comes to average salaries. The best and brightest U.S. immigrants are keeping the American dream alive as they make far more average compensation than their top-tier...
Canada announces results to invite foreigners for permanent residency
Canada has sent invitations to select foreigners to apply for permanent residency under the latest Express Entry draw of the Provincial Nominee Program. On October 14, IRCC, under the Express Entry system’s draw number 372, sent 345 invitations to...
Ontario Premier part of sod-turning ceremony for new Wiikwemkoong Elders Home
WIIKWEMKOONG—The excitement in the air was palpable as a group of dignitaries gathered on the stage at the ground cleared for a new 96-bed long-term care facility, a new Elders’ Home to replace the aging Wiikwemkoong Nursing Home. Following a...
Lack of ‘truly affordable housing’ and impact of 18-storey building among concerns at meeting on proposal for Queen and Coxwell site
Residents look at plans,, and talk with city staff members, about the proposal for 1631-1641 Queen St. E. in the Beach during a community open house on the night of Wednesday, Oct. 22. The open house took place at Beach United Church. By MATTHEW...
Indonesia–Canada CEPA: What It Means for Investors
Indonesia and Canada signed their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in September 2025 after concluding negotiations in December 2024. The agreement will take effect once ratified, which both governments expect in 2026. It marks...
Alberta parents struggle to find child care during teachers strike despite government payouts
The strike by Alberta’s 51,000 teachers is into its second week and parents across the province are struggling to find ways to keep their children busy and prevent them from falling behind in their education. As negotiators for the teachers and...