New 50% US tariffs put Quebec at the top of provincial losses, with Oxford Economics projecting a C$1.8 billion annual output gap by 2028. The post New US tariffs put Quebec at top of provincial losses appeared first on Vancouver Inquirer.
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New 50% US tariffs put Quebec at the top of provincial losses, with Oxford Economics projecting a C$1.8 billion annual output gap by 2028. The post New US tariffs put Quebec at top of provincial losses appeared first on Vancouver Inquirer.
Canada is adding tariffs of up to 50% on C$27.6 billion in U.S. imports, covering more than 700 products across major sectors from September 8. The post Canada broadens tariffs on US imports to 50 percent appeared first on Vancouver Inquirer.
The US dollar trades near its weakest level since May as Treasury yields ease and major currencies rise after new US policy updates. The post US dollar weakens near three-month low as bond yields fall appeared first on Vancouver Inquirer.
Led by oil extraction and housing resales, Canadian economy grew 0.3 per cent in May, supporting central bank interest rate holds.
Nova Scotia backs MB Meat Company in Judique, adding inspected beef processing capacity for Cape Breton producers, retailers and customers.
Canadian dollar nears 70 US cents as rate gaps, weaker retail data and lower oil prices drive a sharp loonie selloff against the US dollar.
Canada’s 10% canned vegetable tariff starts as a temporary safeguard, excluding U.S., Mexico, Israel, Chile and developing suppliers.
Canada unveiled a C$1 trillion electricity strategy to double grid capacity by 2050, cut household costs and expand interprovincial links.
Quebec’s 2026-27 budget projects a C$8.6 billion deficit, adds targeted spending and keeps the province on track to balance its books by 2029-30.
Canada’s labor market weakened sharply in February as 84,000 jobs were lost and unemployment rose to 6.7%, led by full-time and private-sector declines.
Canada reached an agreement with Mexico to allow fresh potato shipments for consumption or processing, opening a new export channel for growers.
Canada is rolling out C$70 million in steel worker retraining and support as Ottawa expands its tariff response with broader labor and industry measures.
Leaders in New Delhi set a $50 billion trade goal for 2030 and backed a 2026 timeline for an economic pact alongside new energy and tech cooperation.
BMO survey of 1,500 adults says Canadians target C$1.7 million for retirement, up from C$1.54 million, as 36% doubt reaching it.
British Columbia’s 2026 budget raises the lowest income tax rate and expands PST to professional services, while projecting larger deficits and rising debt now.
Canada and Mexico held trade talks in Mexico City as a 370 delegate Team Canada mission sought new deals, while Ottawa named Janice Charette for CUSMA review now.
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Ontario considers cutting electricity as Trump trade war hits Canadian goods, with 50% US tariffs affecting $20 billion in trade. The post Canada plans dollar for dollar retaliation to US import tariffs appeared first on Vancouver Inquirer.
Trade updates confirm Keystone XL pipeline revival linked to trade talks, easing tariff pressure on bilateral energy markets. The post Trump hints at Keystone XL pipeline revival as Canada tariffs paused appeared first on Vancouver Inquirer.
Trade updates confirm Keystone XL pipeline revival linked to trade talks, easing tariff pressure on bilateral energy markets. The post Trump hints at Keystone XL pipeline revival as Canada tariffs paused appeared first on Vancouver Inquirer.
Ontario Provincial Police Cause Closure of All Eastbound Hwy 401 Lanes After Multi-Vehicle Collision
3-vehicle crash closes all eastbound lanes of Hwy 401 at Hwy 8 in Cambridge, resulting in two hospitalizations and major gridlock. The post 3-vehicle crash closes all eastbound lanes of Hwy 401 appeared first on Vancouver Inquirer.
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U.S. Commerce figures show October 2025 arrivals down 5.7%, with Canada trips lower and main markets including the UK, Germany and South Korea among top sources.
Immigrant visa processing for Pakistan will pause under US review measures as India continues uninterrupted under existing immigration law.
Tourism messaging is diverging as Canada reassures American travelers while some U.S. destinations quietly step back from Canada focused promotion.
Restricted fire zone and travel ban to be lifted Thursday morning, allowing campfires and reopening major regional highways. The post Ontario confirms restricted fire zone and travel ban to be lifted appeared first on Vancouver Inquirer.
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Canada’s EV sales rebounded in 2026, but Saskatchewan’s market share remains far below national levels despite new registration gains.
Nissan tests self-driving Ariya EV on Tokyo streets using AI, LiDAR, and radar, showcasing urban navigation tech ahead of a 2027 Japan market launch.
Toyota recalls 70,480 vehicles in Canada due to a software issue in digital dashboards that could prevent display of vital driving information.
Canada invests $22.7M to deploy 480 EV chargers in B.C., expanding public charging access as national EV sales experience a multi-month decline.
