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Striking ski patrollers at the biggest US resort return to work claiming victory

Striking ski patrollers at the biggest US resort return to work claiming victory

Two hundred Utah ski patrollers returned to work Thursday after voting to accept a new labor contract and end a nearly two-week strike that closed many trails and caused long lift lines at the ones that remained open during a busy time of year at the
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A new workout routine doesn't need to be a heavy lift for your budget

A new workout routine doesn't need to be a heavy lift for your budget

When Jessica Moorhouse was in her 20s, her fitness routine was guided by workout videotapes borrowed from her father and a trusty pair of running shoes she used to circle her block.
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RBC partners with Cohere on AI financial platform

RBC partners with Cohere on AI financial platform

TORONTO — RBC says it has partnered with Cohere Inc. to develop generative artificial intelligence products for the financial industry. It says the partnership will help create more accurate and verifiable models with a focus on risk and security.
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Northleaf Capital Partners joins with Altor Equity Partners in CCM Hockey deal

Northleaf Capital Partners joins with Altor Equity Partners in CCM Hockey deal

TORONTO — Canadian investment firm Northleaf Capital Partners has partnered with Swedish private equity firm Altor Equity Partners to invest in CCM Hockey. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
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Political uncertainty could derail major carbon capture project: experts

Political uncertainty could derail major carbon capture project: experts

CALGARY — The fate of Canada's largest proposed carbon capture and storage project is even more uncertain after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation announcement this week amplified existing unknowns around the future of energy and climate pol
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Booze-free 'liquor' stores offer options, as some B.C. craft brewers decline and fall

Booze-free 'liquor' stores offer options, as some B.C. craft brewers decline and fall

The rise of stores focused on alcohol-free drinks comes as health concerns around alcohol rise — and as British Columbia's once-booming craft beer industry goes through tough times.
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B.C. court approves class-action lawsuit about privacy over Home Depot receipts

B.C. court approves class-action lawsuit about privacy over Home Depot receipts

The lawsuit alleges Home Depot gathered information when B.C. customers opted for emailed receipts, then shared it without consent with technology giant Meta.
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Liberal MPs push Dominic LeBlanc to reconsider running for leadership

Liberal MPs push Dominic LeBlanc to reconsider running for leadership

OTTAWA — Some Liberal MPs are pressing Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc to change his mind and run for the party leadership. LeBlanc bowed out of the race to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday before it even kicked off.
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Retaliatory tariffs expected next week as Trudeau, premiers meet on Trump threats

Retaliatory tariffs expected next week as Trudeau, premiers meet on Trump threats

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Canada's premiers will meet in Ottawa Jan. 15 to finalize a plan to respond to tariff threats from U.S.
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Ricki's and Cleo to close stores while Frank and Oak seeks creditor protection

Ricki's and Cleo to close stores while Frank and Oak seeks creditor protection

The new year is off to a rough start for Canada's retail industry, with two companies seeking creditor protection and closing stores while they consider how to move forward. Comark Holdings Inc.
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