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Statistics Canada says retail sales fell 0.4 per cent to $69.3B in February

Statistics Canada says retail sales fell 0.4 per cent to $69.3B in February

OTTAWA — Retail sales dropped 0.4 per cent to $69.3 billion in February as sales fell at new car dealers, Statistics Canada said Friday. However, the agency said its early estimate for March suggested an increase of 0.
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7-Eleven's soon-to-be chief is confident he knows value, and thrifty customers

7-Eleven's soon-to-be chief is confident he knows value, and thrifty customers

TOKYO (AP) — The first foreigner tapped to head 7-Eleven expressed confidence Friday the Japanese convenience store chain will continue to attract thrifty customers, even in an economic slowdown.
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Here's how to watch Pope Francis's funeral in Canada, online or on broadcast TV

Here's how to watch Pope Francis's funeral in Canada, online or on broadcast TV

Mourners are expected to gather for Pope Francis's funeral at St. Peter’s Square on Saturday, following his death on Monday at the age of 88. The Vatican says the ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. local time, which is 4 a.m. ET.
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New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador sign agreement to knock down trade barriers

New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador sign agreement to knock down trade barriers

ST. JOHN'S — New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador are the latest provinces to pledge to work together and knock down trade barriers as Canada faces economic threats from U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Precision Drilling trims 2025 capital budget amid market uncertainty

Precision Drilling trims 2025 capital budget amid market uncertainty

CALGARY — Precision Drilling is trimming its planned 2025 capital spending due to market uncertainty and a possible dip in demand from the oil and gas producers that contract its rigs.
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Wall Street's rally roars into a 3rd day as companies' profits keep piling up, for now at least

Wall Street's rally roars into a 3rd day as companies' profits keep piling up, for now at least

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street’s rally kept rolling Thursday as better-than-expected profits for U.S. companies piled up, though CEOs said they’re unsure whether it will last because of uncertainty created by President Donald Trump’s trade war.
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Hudson's Bay auction of items including 1670 royal charter can go ahead, judge rules

Hudson's Bay auction of items including 1670 royal charter can go ahead, judge rules

TORONTO — Hudson's Bay can now prepare to auction off 4,400 artifacts and art pieces along with the 355-year-old royal charter that launched the now-ailing company.
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S&P/TSX composite up more than 250 points, U.S. stocks rise for third day

S&P/TSX composite up more than 250 points, U.S. stocks rise for third day

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index rose more than 250 points in a broad-based rally led by base metals, while U.S. stock markets also climbed to close out a third straight day of gains. The S&P/TSX composite index closed up 254.
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Grand chief requests halt to auction of Hudson's Bay items linked to First Nations

Grand chief requests halt to auction of Hudson's Bay items linked to First Nations

Even as Hudson's Bay was granted court permission to auction off 1,700 pieces of art and more than 2,700 artifacts, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs is requesting a halt to the sale of items that may belong to or be linked with First Nations people.
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Dow delays construction of $9 billion net zero Alberta project

Dow delays construction of $9 billion net zero Alberta project

FT SASKATCHEWAN — Dow Inc. says it is delaying construction of a nearly $9 billion net-zero petrochemical project northeast of Edmonton because of expected weak market conditions.
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