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Canadian Home Prices Rise Across Provinces

Provincial Data Tells A Different Story Canadian home prices rose in nearly every province in April, despite the broader narrative of a major national housing correction. Data from the Canadian Real Estate Association shows that the national decline has been driven mainly
May 23, 2026
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US Fires Trigger Canadian Air Quality Alerts

Smoke Drifts North from US Wildfires Officials in British Columbia reported that smoke from wildfires in Washington and Oregon has moved into southern Canada, prompting air quality warnings. The provincial wildfire service stated that much of the smoke originates from fires south
July 20, 2026
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Ottawa Taps GDLS in Army Vehicle Push

A Defence Deal Built Around Domestic Capacity Canada’s latest military procurement decision is being framed not only as a vehicle order, but as part of a wider effort to strengthen the country’s defence industry. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Thursday that General
July 16, 2026
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Bank of Canada Holds Rate at 2.25%

Sixth Straight Hold From the Central Bank The Bank of Canada kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25% on Wednesday, marking its sixth consecutive hold. The decision was widely expected by economists, but the central bank’s tone was somewhat more constructive
July 15, 2026
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Canada Jobless Rate Falls in June

Labour Market Beats Expectations Canada’s labour market delivered a stronger-than-expected result in June, with the unemployment rate falling to 6.5%. Statistics Canada reported the decline on Friday, surprising markets that had expected the rate to remain unchanged at 6.6%, the same level
July 10, 2026
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Canada Trade Surplus Hits Four-Year High

Exports Push Surplus Higher in May Canada’s merchandise trade surplus widened to $4.2 billion in May, reaching its highest level in four years. Statistics Canada said the improvement was driven by exports climbing to a record high. April Surplus Revised Upward The
July 7, 2026
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Oribe Shampoo Recalled Over Bacteria Risk

Recall Affects Canada and the United States A shampoo sold in Canada and the United States is being recalled because of possible bacterial contamination. Kao USA has recalled certain lots of Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo after Pluralibacter gergoviae bacteria was detected.
July 7, 2026
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Canada advances new Alberta oil pipeline

Ottawa and Alberta agree on pipeline plan Canada and Alberta are moving ahead with plans for a major new oil pipeline after announcing measures intended to address concerns from British Columbia and First Nations on the Pacific coast. The project is part
July 3, 2026
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USMCA tensions ease as Iran war dominates

Trade fight loses urgency in Washington For months, officials, companies and trade analysts in Washington expected the future of the USMCA to become one of the major political battles of the spring and summer. Instead, the war with Iran has absorbed much
July 2, 2026
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Weather disrupts Canada Day celebrations

Heat and storms complicate holiday plans Canada Day preparations are facing weather-related disruptions across the country, with extreme heat, wildfire risk, flooding and severe storms forcing several communities to adjust or cancel traditional events. Fireworks, outdoor gatherings and parades have become harder
July 1, 2026
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Carney admits condo plan was poorly explained

Prime minister defends housing proposal Prime Minister Mark Carney acknowledged Thursday that the federal and British Columbia governments have not clearly communicated their proposal to purchase vacant, unsold condos and convert them into affordable housing. Speaking at a news conference in Ottawa,
June 30, 2026