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North American stock markets climb; commodities weaken on Chinese market woes

North American stock markets climb; commodities weaken on Chinese market woes

North American stock markets gained ground on Wednesday thanks to continued optimism about the strength of the U.S. economy. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 152.39 points at 24,224.90. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 431.
I don’t perform well in job interviews – how can I get better?

I don’t perform well in job interviews – how can I get better?

Also, the pros and cons of a mid-career sabbatical, a call to extend funding for Black entrepreneurs and tips for handling large projects effectively
Bryan Adams decries elements of Ottawa's online streaming rules

Bryan Adams decries elements of Ottawa's online streaming rules

Global hitmaker Bryan Adams is adding his voice to opposition over new federal regulations on streaming.
BC Votes 2024: Medical, cellphone expenses priority for B.C. residents

BC Votes 2024: Medical, cellphone expenses priority for B.C. residents

BC NDP promises a $2,000 middle-class income tax cut.
B.C. party leaders fail to give housing specifics during TV debate

B.C. party leaders fail to give housing specifics during TV debate

Parties must detail how their plans will deliver financial relief, say industry experts.
How to take your phone around the world and avoid hefty roaming charges

How to take your phone around the world and avoid hefty roaming charges

An eSIM, a rewritable chip that connects to a local network within a destination, eliminates the need for a physical SIM card.
Canada seeks deeper ties with Indo-Pacific as Trudeau attends ASEAN summit in Laos

Canada seeks deeper ties with Indo-Pacific as Trudeau attends ASEAN summit in Laos

VIENTIANE, Ont. — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is in Laos this week to meet with southeast Asian leaders — the Liberal government’s latest effort to strengthen Canada’s ties in a region with strong Chinese influence.
Rents rise 2.1% in September, marking fifth straight monthly slowdown: report

Rents rise 2.1% in September, marking fifth straight monthly slowdown: report

TORONTO — A new report says growth in average asking rents across Canada last month slowed to the lowest rate since October 2021, at 2.1 per cent year-over-year. The report from Rentals.
Ernie Daniels leads generational shift in how First Nations access capital

Ernie Daniels leads generational shift in how First Nations access capital

BIV C-Suite Awards: The first Indigenous board member in the Bank of Canada’s history, Daniels reflects on his path to breaking new ground
Tales of blood and death on streets make B.C. party leaders' debate grim listening

Tales of blood and death on streets make B.C. party leaders' debate grim listening

VANCOUVER — British Columbia's three party leaders offered starkly different visions of the province and its future Tuesday in the only televised debate of what appears to be an increasingly close election campaign.