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NDP calls for Canada-wide boycott of Amazon, including cancelling government contracts
In light of the current labour dispute between Amazon and workers in Quebec, NDP MP Charlie Angus is calling on Canadians to support a national boycott of the company, including cancelling government contracts. Angus also accused Amazon owner Jeff Bezos of 'making fun' of Canada by selling '51st state' merchandise connected to ongoing comments made about Canada by Donald Trump.
He sells all his grain in the U.S. Now, tariff threats have this Manitoba farmer 'racing against time'
The ever-changing tariff threats from the Trump administration have caused some businesses to start shipping their products to the U.S. earlier than normal to lock in pricing.
Gap widens between financially stable Canadians and those struggling with debt, says report
The number of Canadians in debt is on the rise across the country and, according to a new report, there's a growing gap between those who have benefitted as interest rates come down, and those who have fallen behind from the higher costs.
Is the RedNote app a security risk?
How safe is RedNote? A new report from University of Toronto’s Citizens Lab says Android and iOS versions of RedNote 'fetch viewed' images and videos without any encryption, which enables network eavesdroppers to learn exactly what content users are browsing.
More than 130,000 electric stoves recalled in Canada due to fire risk from front knobs
A recall has been posted for a number of LG free-standing electric ranges due to the fire risk posed by accidental activation of the front knobs that control the stovetop burners. More than 130,000 units have been sold in Canada, and two injuries have been reported.
Can the U.S. auto industry survive without Canada? | About That
President Donald Trump says he wants every car sold in the United States to be made domestically, a move which experts say would disrupt the entire North American auto sector for years. Andrew Chang explains how interdependent the Canadian and U.S. auto industries are, and the widespread impacts of severing a 70-year partnership.
Trump says he wants Keystone XL pipeline built 'NOW.' How likely is that?
The politically charged Keystone XL pipeline is back in the spotlight, with U.S. President Donald Trump pitching the company behind the project to return to the U.S. and "get it built – NOW!"
Apple shareholders say no to scrapping company's diversity programs
Apple shareholders rebuffed an attempt to pressure the technology trendsetter into joining U.S. President Donald Trump's push to scrub corporate programs designed to diversify the workforce.
The threat of a tariff war is already driving up housing costs
Housing sector insiders say the mere threat of a tariff war with the U.S. is another painful blow to an industry that has been struggling to get projects off the ground and keep up with demand.
Quebec business and political leaders brace for 25% Trump tariffs after month-long pause
With U.S. tariffs on Canadian imports slated to come into effect March 4 , Quebec’s business community is preparing for what’s to come — even though experts admit that's unclear.
Apple plans $500 billion in U.S. investment over 4 years
Apple announced Monday that it plans to invest more than $500 billion in the United States over the next four years, including plans to hire 20,000 people and build a new server factory in Texas.
Starbucks to cut 1,100 corporate employees as company undergoes dramatic changes
Starbucks plans to lay off 1,100 corporate employees globally as its new chairman and chief executive streamlines operations.
Online marketplace Temu says Canadian businesses can sell through its platform
Online marketplace Temu is launching a program allowing Canadian businesses to sell goods through the e-commerce platform to customers in the country, the company said on Monday.
Stellantis faces brands dilemma as it searches for new CEO
The French-Italian company's sprawling portfolio — the largest among its peers, which mostly focus on one or two brands — reflects its origins in a 2021 merger of Fiat-Chrysler and Peugeot owner PSA.
Hyundai owners say the paint on their white cars is flaking off
Some drivers say the white paint of their Hyundais is peeling off in large chunks and that getting help from the automaker has been nearly impossible. It's not just happening here in Canada; drivers around the world have all reported the same problem with relatively new vehicles.
Stellantis pauses Jeep Compass builds at Ontario plant, putting EV priorities in jeopardy, experts say
As car manufacturer Stellantis pauses work on its next-generation Jeep Compass, including retooling a plant in Canada designated to build the vehicle, industry observers say the company is rethinking its priorities on electric vehicles as tariffs create an uncertain environment for automakers.
Loblaw takes PC Optimum hit as customers cash in more points
Loblaw Companies Ltd. is seeing more participation in its popular PC Optimum loyalty program — and more points being redeemed at checkout.
Ottawa removing half of federal internal trade barriers
Internal Trade Minister Anita Anand informed the provinces and territories Friday that Ottawa will remove more than half of federal internal trade barriers in a move to make Canada less reliant on the United States.
Want to buy Canadian? There's an app for that
Wouldn't it be great if your phone could just magically tell you whether the products you want to buy are Canadian or not? Well, now it can — thanks to savvy entrepreneurs across the country who've created apps to meant to help shoppers identify the origin of everyday staples.
Unifor has 'grave concern' over Stellantis work halt in Brampton, Ont.
The country's largest private sector union says it's gravely concerned by Stellantis's unexpected announcement that it's halting work at the Brampton Assembly Plant in Ontario.