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'Drip, drip, drip' of tariff threats already causing damage, says business group

'Drip, drip, drip' of tariff threats already causing damage, says business group

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Ford urging Buy Ontario approach as tariffs loom, says he may legislate it

Ford urging Buy Ontario approach as tariffs loom, says he may legislate it

TORONTO — Ontario Premier Doug Ford is adding Buy Ontario legislation to the list of measures he is considering in the face of expected tariffs from the United States.
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Alberta Premier Smith faces second challenge from caucus member in less than a week

Alberta Premier Smith faces second challenge from caucus member in less than a week

EDMONTON — For the second time in under a week, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is facing pushback from within her own United Conservative caucus. This time it’s over her proposed 2025 budget.
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S&P/TSX composite sinks almost 400 points, U.S. markets also drop ahead of tariffs

S&P/TSX composite sinks almost 400 points, U.S. markets also drop ahead of tariffs

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index fell almost 400 points, led by losses in energy, technology and base metals, while U.S. markets also dropped a day before U.S.
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Trump sends crypto prices on a short-lived surge after announcement of strategic government reserve

Trump sends crypto prices on a short-lived surge after announcement of strategic government reserve

Cryptocurrency prices briefly jumped after President Donald Trump's surprise announcement he wants the U.S.
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Trump says 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports will start Tuesday, with 'no room' for delay

Trump says 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports will start Tuesday, with 'no room' for delay

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday that 25% taxes on imports from Mexico and Canada would start Tuesday, sparking renewed fears of a North American trade war that already showed signs of pushing up inflation and hindering growth.
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Mexico makes case to avoid US tariffs, but Trump says they will take effect on Tuesday

Mexico makes case to avoid US tariffs, but Trump says they will take effect on Tuesday

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum said Monday that her administration was waiting to see if U.S. President Donald Trump makes good on his threat to impose 25% tariffs on Mexican imports.
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Tennis legend Serena Williams joining ownership of WNBA's Toronto Tempo

Tennis legend Serena Williams joining ownership of WNBA's Toronto Tempo

TORONTO — Tennis legend Serena Williams is joining the Toronto Tempo's ownership group, the WNBA expansion team announced Monday.
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Calgary home sales fall as supply continues to surge, especially for affordable units

Calgary home sales fall as supply continues to surge, especially for affordable units

CALGARY — The Calgary Real Estate Board says home sales in February fell 19.3 per cent from last year but remained above typical levels for the month, as inventory levels continued to grow substantially.
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Alternative lender Goeasy names ex-Scotiabank exec Dan Rees as new CEO

Alternative lender Goeasy names ex-Scotiabank exec Dan Rees as new CEO

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Alternative lender Goeasy Ltd. says it has named former Scotiabank executive Dan Rees as CEO. Rees comes on board as the lender aims to grow its loan portfolio from $4.
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