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Mohawk Council of Kahnawake considering road tolls in response to federal cuts

Mohawk Council of Kahnawake considering road tolls in response to federal cuts

KAHNAWAKE — The Mohawk Council of Kahnawake says it will probably impose tolls on the roads crossing its territory in response to looming federal budget cuts.
Canadian trade with U.S. picked up in June despite tariffs: StatCan

Canadian trade with U.S. picked up in June despite tariffs: StatCan

OTTAWA — Canadian exporters did more business with the United States in June even as tariffs ramped up, Statistics Canada said Tuesday. The agency said exports to the U.S. rose 3.
Vancouver home sales tick 2% lower in July with market 'turning a corner': board

Vancouver home sales tick 2% lower in July with market 'turning a corner': board

Vancouver-area home sales were down two per cent in July compared with last year, as the city's real estate board says it continues to believe the market is showing early signs of recovery.
Hilary Weston, fashion mogul and former Ontario lieutenant-governor, dead at 83

Hilary Weston, fashion mogul and former Ontario lieutenant-governor, dead at 83

Hilary Weston, an Irish-Canadian fashion mogul and former lieutenant-governor of Ontario who devoted time to issues tied to women, volunteerism and youth, has died at 83.
Auto sales up 6.9 per cent in July despite ongoing trade disruptions: DesRosiers

Auto sales up 6.9 per cent in July despite ongoing trade disruptions: DesRosiers

TORONTO — DesRosiers Automotive Consultants Inc. says the auto market remained resilient last month despite trade disruptions in the industry. The firm estimates 172,000 vehicles were sold in July, up 6.9 per cent year-over-year.
US government proposes easing some restrictions on drones traveling long distances

US government proposes easing some restrictions on drones traveling long distances

A new federal rule proposed Tuesday would make it easier for companies to use drones over longer distances out of the operator's sight without having to go through a cumbersome waiver process.
Pet Valu announces Greg Ramier as new CEO, reports Q2 profit of $21.8M

Pet Valu announces Greg Ramier as new CEO, reports Q2 profit of $21.8M

Pet Valu Holdings Ltd. will soon have a new top dog. The Markham, Ont.-based pet goods retailer announced Tuesday that president and chief operating officer Greg Ramier will become its CEO later this year.
Want to take a sabbatical? Experts weigh in on how to convince your boss

Want to take a sabbatical? Experts weigh in on how to convince your boss

Soon after Rachel Calvelli got married, she and her husband wanted to take six months off work and travel across North America.
After unionized Canada Post workers reject 'final offers,' what happens next?

After unionized Canada Post workers reject 'final offers,' what happens next?

OTTAWA — Labour experts say another postal service strike is unlikely after unionized Canada Post workers rejected their employer's latest round of offers in a forced vote and the parties mull their next steps.
Dow leaps 585 points as US stocks recover most of Friday's wipeout

Dow leaps 585 points as US stocks recover most of Friday's wipeout

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rallied to recover most of their sharp loss from Friday’s wipeout. The S&P 500 rose 1.5% Monday, following its worst day since May. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 1.3%, and the Nasdaq composite climbed 2%.
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