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How Canada is trying to rein in Big Tech as data becomes more powerful

How Canada is trying to rein in Big Tech as data becomes more powerful

TORONTO — Whether you're catching a flight, opening a new bank account or picking up groceries, a small group of big names takes up most of the market share. Competition Ltd.
David's Bridal granted creditor protection in Canada amid bankruptcy hearings in U.S.

David's Bridal granted creditor protection in Canada amid bankruptcy hearings in U.S.

TORONTO — David's Bridal, the largest wedding gown store in North America, has filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S. for the second time in five years. An Ontario court has recognized the U.S.
Waste Connections founder and exec chairman Ronald Mittelstaedt returns to CEO role

Waste Connections founder and exec chairman Ronald Mittelstaedt returns to CEO role

TORONTO — Waste Connections Inc. says founder and executive chairman Ronald Mittelstaedt has returned to his role as chief executive officer after the departure of Worthing Jackman from the top job.
Small business owners working eight-day week equivalent due to staff shortages: CFIB

Small business owners working eight-day week equivalent due to staff shortages: CFIB

TORONTO — A new study by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business says the average small business owner is working the equivalent of an eight-day workweek due to staffing challenges, especially in Western Canada.
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Railway earnings Canada's biggest railways will report their first-quarter results this week. Canadian National Railway Co.
Russian airspace ban means pricier flights for Canadian travellers and airlines

Russian airspace ban means pricier flights for Canadian travellers and airlines

MONTREAL — Ross Aimer still recalls the snow-white Russian tundra unfurling on the horizon during flights he piloted between the U.S. and Asia. “In summertime, it's all daytime flying. That's beautiful views."
NFL suspends 5 players for violating gambling policy

NFL suspends 5 players for violating gambling policy

NEW YORK — Three NFL players were suspended indefinitely Friday for betting on NFL games in the 2022 season, while two other players, including the 12th overall draft pick a year ago, received six-game suspensions for betting on non-NFL games at a le
Supreme Court preserves access to abortion pill for now

Supreme Court preserves access to abortion pill for now

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Friday preserved women’s access to a drug used in the most common method of abortion , rejecting lower-court restrictions while a lawsuit continues.
Federal strike could push air passenger complaints processing beyond 18 months

Federal strike could push air passenger complaints processing beyond 18 months

MONTREAL — The strike by federal civil servants could mean passengers who filed complaints with the country's airline regulator could face even longer processing times.
Liberals table legislation to overhaul passenger rights charter

Liberals table legislation to overhaul passenger rights charter

MONTREAL — The Liberals have put forward legislation that aims to make good on their pledge to tighten passenger rights rules after a year marked by travel chaos and a ballooning complaints backlog.