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The Canadian federal government said it would help British Columbia as raging wildfires forced thousands of people to evacuate by providing shelter and accommodation for residents displaced in regions around Summerland and Peachland.
Canada-Africa Summit: Lawal, Sani, others to represent Nigeria in Toronto
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal, some other state governors, and the President's Chief of Staff will represent Nigeria at the Canada–Africa Summit on digital rails and inclusive growth.
A fast-moving wildfire in western Canada has doubled in size and forced thousands of people to evacuate their homes. The fire now occupies over 36 sq miles across Summerland and Okanagan-Similkameen districts.
Summerland in British Columbia has issued evacuation orders due to a wildfire that is causing tactical evacuations by helicopter. Thousands have been displaced from their homes.
More than 20,000 people were ordered to evacuate their homes as a fast-moving wildfire grew rapidly and threatened towns along British Columbia's Okanagan Lake. The community of Summerland was completely evacuated.
Canada’s dollar to hold steady before modest gains, poll shows
A poll of 34 foreign exchange analysts forecasts the Canadian dollar to remain stable over the next few months before posting moderate gains within a year. The poll showed the Canadian dollar is expected to trade at 1.40 per U.S. dollar, or 71.43 U.S. cents, in three months.
Canadian dollar weakens as oil prices fall on trade data
The Canadian dollar declined against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday as oil prices dropped, even as data showed Canada recorded its fourth consecutive month of trade surpluses.
Pakistan Partners with Canadian Firm to Boost Domestic Heavy Crude Output
Pakistan has partnered with a Canadian firm to boost its domestic heavy crude output. The partnership aims to increase the country's oil production and reduce its reliance on imports. The Canadian firm will provide technical expertise and equipment to help Pakistan increa…
How Canada can gear up for the Arctic ‘Great Game’
Canada is boosting its defense spending to modernize its fleet and strengthen its security posture, with a focus on the Arctic region. Prime Minister Mark Carney has emphasized the country's commitment to meeting NATO's target of investing 5% of GDP in defense by 2035.
The Canadian government has issued 10 key tips to help prospective immigrants, travellers, and citizens avoid common application mistakes that lead to processing delays.
Canada clarified citizenship rules for people born abroad, requiring direct lineal descent from a Canadian parent at the child's birth. This update may recognize some previously ineligible individuals.
Japan is turning to Canadian crude oil as Asia feels the pinch of the Hormuz supply disruption. The first shipment of Canadian crude since 2025 is headed to Japan on a ship chartered by Exxon Mobil.
US President Donald Trump has imposed tariffs on Canadian products, singling out the country for special treatment in his tariff war. The move has been seen as a shock for Canada's political class, which has long taken a friendly America as a law of nature.
Coinbase's new Canadian CEO, Eric Richmond, says the exchange wants to offer Canadians advanced crypto products, including derivatives, DeFi services, and tokenized assets. However, Richmond argues that Canada needs a more permanent and harmonized regulatory framework to …
Police in Toronto are investigating after a gunshot was fired at the US consulate in the city - the second time this year such an incident has happened. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Shots were fired early on Monday at the US consulate in Toronto, Canadian police said, the second shooting near the diplomatic compound in four months. No injuries were reported.
The U.S. Consulate in downtown Toronto was fired upon for the second time this year, with police searching for a white sedan involved in a vehicle pursuit. No one was injured in the incident.
BCE remains a structurally challenged Canadian telco, with persistent earnings declines and a long-term record of underperformance. The company's recent dividend cut, ongoing regulatory headwinds, and aggressive CapEx for AI/data centers limit near-term cash flow and marg…
Canadian dollar slips as oil retreats, Fed decision looms
The Canadian dollar fell against the U.S. dollar on Friday as oil prices pulled back from recent gains and market participants awaited next week’s Federal Reserve interest rate decision.
Canadian dollar rises as oil prices jump on supply concerns
The Canadian dollar gained ground against the U.S. dollar on Thursday as oil prices surged and domestic retail sales data showed strength in May. Canadian retail sales increased 1% in May, meeting market expectations, with sales at gasoline stations and fuel vendors drivi…
Coinbase Canada CEO Eric Richmond confirmed the company is working to bring its 'Everything Exchange' to Canadian users, offering a single app combining crypto, stocks, ETFs, and prediction markets.
Canadian dollar gains as oil prices climb
The Canadian dollar rose against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday as oil prices increased, though gains remained limited amid ongoing trade uncertainty.
Canada FM urges Middle East de-escalation, calls South China Sea confrontation 'troubling'
Canada's foreign minister, Anita Anand, has called for a de-escalation and a permanent ceasefire in the Middle East, describing the situation as 'quite grave'. She also expressed concern over the latest confrontation between Philippine and Chinese vessels in the South Chi…
Coinbase is working to bring Canadian customers tokenized stocks and prediction markets in a push to become an 'everything exchange.'
President Donald Trump announced 50 percent tariffs on a slew of Canadian goods, including whiskey, cheese, and hockey sticks, as a negotiating tactic to address Canadian duties and restrictions on American alcohol, dairy products, and automobiles.
US President Donald Trump has defended his new 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, claiming the country cannot survive without the US. The tariffs will go into effect in 30 days, leaving time for possible discussions between the two countries.
Canada to join Japan-Italy-U.K. fighter project as first observer nation
Canada will join Japan, Britain, and Italy's Global Combat Air Program (GCAP) as an observer, marking the program's first expansion beyond the three founding members.
Canadian prime minister Mark Carney has said that Ottawa is ready to deepen trade talks with the United States, after US president Donald Trump ordered fresh tariffs targeting Canada. Trump's tariffs will hit a wide range of products, including wine, hockey sticks, and ce…
Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani reaffirmed Pakistan's strong commitment to further strengthening its longstanding friendship with Canada through enhanced parliamentary diplomacy, expanded trade, and closer people-to-people contacts.
Donald Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods in response to the country retaliating against previous US tariffs, the White House announced Monday.