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СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ economy will get a kick out of hosting FIFA World Cup games, government says

СÀ¶ÊÓÆµ economy will get a kick out of hosting FIFA World Cup games, government says

VICTORIA — There is less than a year to go before Vancouver is on the global stage hosting seven FIFA World Cup soccer games, and leaders are promoting the economic benefits of spending hundreds of millions of dollars on the international showcase.
Quebec singer, songwriter Serge Fiori, founder of rock group Harmonium, dead at 73

Quebec singer, songwriter Serge Fiori, founder of rock group Harmonium, dead at 73

MONTREAL — Quebec singer-songwriter Serge Fiori, founder of French-Canadian rock band Harmonium, died Tuesday at the age of 73.
Fête nationale in Quebec punctuated by parades, concerts, heat and storms

Fête nationale in Quebec punctuated by parades, concerts, heat and storms

MONTREAL — A sea of blue and white took centre stage under a blazing sun for the annual St-Jean-Baptiste parade in Montreal on Tuesday as national pride was on full display to mark the provincial holiday.
Parkland shareholders approve Sunoco takeover, management board slate

Parkland shareholders approve Sunoco takeover, management board slate

CALGARY — Fuel refiner and retailer Parkland Corp. says shareholders have voted in favour of its planned takeover by U.S. company Sunoco LP.
S&P/TSX composite finishes higher despite lower oil prices, U.S. stock markets up

S&P/TSX composite finishes higher despite lower oil prices, U.S. stock markets up

TORONTO — Strength in technology stocks helped Canada's main stock index climb over 100 points on Tuesday, while U.S. markets also rose and oil prices fell. The S&P/TSX composite index closed 109.26 points higher at 26,718.62. A rally in the U.S.
You just retired (or are about to). Now what?

You just retired (or are about to). Now what?

If there’s a single group of people who are likely to be experiencing the most consternation over recent market events , it’s those who have just retired or who are on the cusp of hanging it up.
No decision on temporary Ontario Science Centre location, minister says

No decision on temporary Ontario Science Centre location, minister says

TORONTO — Ontario has not made any decisions on a temporary science centre while a new one is being built at Ontario Place, the infrastructure minister said Tuesday, despite previously indicating one would be operating by Jan. 1, 2026.
US stocks approach their all-time high as oil prices tumble

US stocks approach their all-time high as oil prices tumble

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rose toward their all-time high on Tuesday after oil prices eased further on hopes that Israel’s war with Iran will not damage the global flow of crude. The S&P 500 climbed 1.
Maine governor brings charm offensive to N.B. to win back Canadian tourism

Maine governor brings charm offensive to N.B. to win back Canadian tourism

FREDERICTON — On a visit to New Brunswick, the governor of Maine issued renewed pleas for Canadian tourists to return to the United States, despite their apparent anger over the political climate.
Carney says Canada will meet new NATO spending target by developing critical minerals

Carney says Canada will meet new NATO spending target by developing critical minerals

THE HAGUE — Canada will reach an even higher NATO spending target in part by developing its critical minerals and the infrastructure needed to get them to market, Prime Minister Mark Carney said as the annual leaders' summit of alliance members got u