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

Economists generally expect tougher times ahead, but are also looking for the Bank of Canada to start cutting interest rates as its worries about inflation ease.

Jan 8, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

Opinion: Is Hungary's Viktor Orban Putin’s poodle?

Yes. Surely it is time for both the EU and NATO to rethink their relationships with Orban and Hungary.

Jan 7, 2024 9:00 PM Read more >

Trying to be more mindful in 2024?

Try these tips for being mindful with your partner and kids.

Jan 7, 2024 8:00 PM Read more >

Shelly Palmer - CES 2024 Day 0

Shelly Palmer has been named LinkedIn’s “Top Voice in Technology,” and writes a popular daily business blog.

Jan 7, 2024 12:00 PM Read more >

Parents weigh in on giving consent for children changing names or pronouns at school

A legal challenge to Saskatchewan's new law requiring parental consent if children under 16 want to change their names or pronouns at school is back in court this week.

Jan 7, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Garden Chat: Books to while away winter

Nifty garden hoe a great gift anytime.

Jan 7, 2024 6:02 AM Read more >

Happy Three Kings Day!

Christmas and New Year’s garner considerable attention during holiday celebrations, but Three Kings Day also is an important date.

Jan 6, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Hanbidge on Horticulture: Permaculture for sustainability

Adopting ethics and principles to change from being dependent producers to becoming responsible producers.

Jan 6, 2024 7:00 AM Read more >

Opinion: ‘Are we beasts?’

War, civilian casualties and Hamas.

Jan 5, 2024 9:00 PM Read more >

Opinion: How assisted suicide advocates are running MAiD

Even if we assume Canadians want ready access to MAiD, we should at least keep the assisted suicide foxes out of the regulatory henhouse.

Jan 5, 2024 8:00 PM Read more >

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