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Freeland says capital gains proposal will be tabled before summer break

Freeland says capital gains proposal will be tabled before summer break

OTTAWA — The Liberal government will bring its proposal to increase the inclusion rate on capital gains to the House of Commons before the parliamentary summer break, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said Tuesday.
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From rage applying to quiet firing, the trends to watch as an employer’s job market returns

From rage applying to quiet firing, the trends to watch as an employer’s job market returns

A fiercely competitive job market, pervasive influence of artificial intelligence-driven recruitment process, rage applying and the disquieting phenomenon of quiet firing are a few workplace trends frustrating Canadian workers in 2024
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Rogers launches AI-powered cameras to detect wildfires in B.C.

Rogers launches AI-powered cameras to detect wildfires in B.C.

For the past three years, UBC has also been working with Rogers on a project that uses sensors in forests to feed data on moisture levels into an AI system designed to predict fire risk
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Economists to have a close eye on April inflation report as BoC rate decision nears

Economists to have a close eye on April inflation report as BoC rate decision nears

OTTAWA — Forecasters expect this week's inflation report to show Canada's inflation rate fell last month, but financial markets are still unsure whether a June interest rate cut is in the cards for the Bank of Canada.
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What is the grocery code of conduct, and how could it impact food prices for Canadians?

What is the grocery code of conduct, and how could it impact food prices for Canadians?

The code aims to regulate how grocery giants such as Loblaw and Walmart deal with food suppliers.
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B.C. cleantech exodus looms as Svante considers U.S. move

B.C. cleantech exodus looms as Svante considers U.S. move

CEO says Canada’s lagging financial support may lead to more carbon capture solution providers moving south of the border
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Omicron splits from Nexii through demerger

Omicron splits from Nexii through demerger

Nexii 'bridge CEO' says financially troubled company has potential buyer
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BCLDB data show British Columbians are drinking less alcohol

BCLDB data show British Columbians are drinking less alcohol

Wholesales for all major alcohol categories saw drops in volume sold, with most showing fewer dollars spent.
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Why women approaching retirement are worried about their finances

Why women approaching retirement are worried about their finances

Fidelity Investments Canada’s Michelle Munro discusses the anxiety pre-retirees feel
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Haida title act gets royal assent

Haida title act gets royal assent

Haida First Nation now legally own all of Haida Gwaii.
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