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Eby fired her. Now, Selina Robinson tells all in new book

Eby fired her. Now, Selina Robinson tells all in new book

The former Coquitlam–Maillardville MLA and cabinet minister has a memoir out on Dec. 18, 2024.
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Canada not a significant source of fentanyl flowing into U.S., CBSA says

Canada not a significant source of fentanyl flowing into U.S., CBSA says

OTTAWA — As Canada looks to beef up its border security after president-elect Donald Trump threatened tariffs while raising concerns about illicit fentanyl pouring into his country, border officials pointed out there's barely any coming from Canada.
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B.C. mutual fund dealer fined $50K after diverting $3.8M of seniors’ funds

B.C. mutual fund dealer fined $50K after diverting $3.8M of seniors’ funds

Royal Mutual Funds Inc. mutual fund dealer diverted millions of dollars from accounts of retired clients to online brokerages
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Vancouver Island First Nation whose ancestors met explorer Capt. Cook sue province

Vancouver Island First Nation whose ancestors met explorer Capt. Cook sue province

VICTORIA — A Vancouver Island First Nation whose people were the first to greet European explorers in the region almost 250 years ago is taking British Columbia to court, seeking title to its traditional territories and financial compensation.
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S&P/TSX composite down nearly 250 points, U.S. stock markets also fall

S&P/TSX composite down nearly 250 points, U.S. stock markets also fall

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index lost nearly 250 points Thursday, led by weakness in energy and base metals, while U.S. markets also fell. The S&P/TSX composite index closed down 246.99 points at 25,410.71.
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Employers should prepare for sickest month of the year, says HR software firm

Employers should prepare for sickest month of the year, says HR software firm

Employers should be clear about sick day policies and encourage flu vaccinations, says BrightHR
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Settlement reached in complaint over Canada Post layoffs as strike hits four weeks

Settlement reached in complaint over Canada Post layoffs as strike hits four weeks

OTTAWA — The union representing Canada Post workers says an unfair labour practice complaint over the company's layoffs has been resolved, calling it an important victory for workers' rights.
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Canada preparing retaliatory tariffs, as Ford threatens to cut off energy to U.S.

Canada preparing retaliatory tariffs, as Ford threatens to cut off energy to U.S.

OTTAWA — Canada is preparing retaliatory tariffs in response to U.S.
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Stock market today: Wall Street stalls following some discouraging updates on the economy

Stock market today: Wall Street stalls following some discouraging updates on the economy

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes are stalling following some discouraging data on the economy. The S&P 500 fell 0.3% in early trading Thursday and was on track for its third loss in the last four days.
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Statistics Canada says household debt-to-disposable income ratio falls in Q3

Statistics Canada says household debt-to-disposable income ratio falls in Q3

OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says the amount Canadian households owe relative to their income fell in the third quarter as a rise in disposable income outpaced the growth in debt. It was the sixth consecutive quarter that the measure declined.
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