The Mix

VICTORIA — Premier David Eby has called for the federal government to float more money for ferry users in British Columbia, adding that equal funding "is the answer," after Ottawa cut ferry rates in Atlantic Canada.

WASHINGTON — Prime Minister Mark Carney said Monday that Canada's negotiations with the United States are in an "intense phase" after President Donald Trump achieved a critical agreement with the European Union days away from his tariff deadline.

OTTAWA — Reproductive health advocates say the federal government's failure to commit to funding pharmacare in all provinces and territories is leaving people with a lot of uncertainty, and could create inequality across the country.

A new study shows more women opted for long-acting birth control methods after British Columbia began covering the cost, which researchers say is strong reason for Ottawa's pharmacare plan to do the same.

MONTREAL — TFI International Inc. has reported a drop in second-quarter profit as weak demand took a toll on the volume of goods it hauls. Canada's largest trucking firm reported net income of US$98.

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index fell to open the week as gains in energy were offset by losses in metals, industrials and utilities, while U.S. markets were mixed. The S&P/TSX composite index closed down 88.93 points at 27,405.42.

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks coasted to a quiet finish to begin a week full of potentially market-moving events. The S&P 500 edged up by less than 0.1% on Monday to set an all-time high for the sixth straight day.

OTTAWA — Former prime minister Stephen Harper said Monday he's urging Ottawa to find new trading partners outside the United States.

Police say 11 people face charges after an investigation into drug trafficking in Mississauga, Ont., that allegedly involved exchanging stolen baby formula and other products for drugs.

TORONTO — First National Financial Corp. says it has agreed to be sold in a roughly $2.9 billion deal. The mortgage firm says private equity funds managed by Birch Hill Equity Partners Management Inc.