National Business

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Tariffs Businesses and investors will be watching for the latest developments in Canada's trade dispute with the U.S.

MONTREAL — From the seventh floor of his Montreal office, Arnaud Thioulouse enjoys a view of the midtown rail tracks and freight trains chugging toward the horizon.

OTTAWA — Economists expect little movement in Canada's inflation numbers, if any, when January data is released this week, though the underlying change in prices will be clouded by a full month of the government's GST break.

The one-room Shiloh Baptist Church, constructed from hand-hewn poplar logs nestled in a small grove near a cemetery with 37 white crosses, is a poignant reminder of Saskatchewan's first Black settlement.

TORONTO — A running list of election promises announced by the Ontario Progressive Conservatives, NDP, Liberals and Greens in the province's snap election campaign. The vote is set for Feb. 27. Progressive Conservatives Feb.

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index fell more than 200 points Friday, weighed down by losses in energy and base metal stocks, while U.S. markets were mixed. The S&P/TSX composite index closed down 215.28 points at 25,483.23.

TORONTO — Auto parts maker Magna International Inc. is warning tariffs would have a negative impact on the auto industry, but says it's ready to deal with what comes.

Air Canada may reduce flights to certain U.S.

Canadian softwood lumber exported to the United States could soon face additional tariffs and duties of up to 55 per cent, British Columbia's forests minister said.

MONTREAL — CAE Inc. reported better margins than expected in its defence segment, as it waits for less profitable contracts to expire.