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RBC CEO Dave McKay says bank well positioned as tariffs create uncertainty

RBC CEO Dave McKay says bank well positioned as tariffs create uncertainty

TORONTO — Royal Bank of Canada may see near-term headwinds that drive lower-than-expected performance, but the bank is well positioned amid the current economic uncertainty, chief executive Dave McKay said Thursday.
Organizers of B.C. trans history conference blame Trump for expected attendance slump

Organizers of B.C. trans history conference blame Trump for expected attendance slump

The chair of transgender studies at the University of Victoria is worried about attendance at this year's Moving Trans History Forward conference, with expectations of a 40 per cent drop in numbers.
Mario Canseco: British Columbians rethink grocery bills as Trump tariffs loom

Mario Canseco: British Columbians rethink grocery bills as Trump tariffs loom

Research Co. polling shows many are willing to pay more for local produce but remain uncertain about food security
Vancouver tourism hits right note with Juno Awards

Vancouver tourism hits right note with Juno Awards

From the Junos to FIFA World Cup, industry looks to convert visits into economic activity
New poll suggests Canadians' fear of losing their jobs to a trade war is fading

New poll suggests Canadians' fear of losing their jobs to a trade war is fading

The Leger poll suggests that 38 per cent of employed Canadians are worried about losing their jobs over the next year — the lowest percentage of respondents reporting employment anxiety since Jan. 26.
Trump announces 25 per cent tariff on all auto imports to the U.S.

Trump announces 25 per cent tariff on all auto imports to the U.S.

WASHINGTON — U.S.
Victoria Uber workers could be first in Canada to unionize

Victoria Uber workers could be first in Canada to unionize

After a long campaign by UFCW Local 1518, drivers have cast ballots on certification.
Canada slowest to share bird flu data, study finds

Canada slowest to share bird flu data, study finds

Researchers say the delay, which averaged 618 days in Canada, could restrict scientists' ability to track the next pandemic.
B.C. introduces new mining claims framework to ensure First Nations consultation

B.C. introduces new mining claims framework to ensure First Nations consultation

British Columbia has introduced a new framework for consultation on mining claims, but the B.C. Assembly of First Nations regional chief says it "does not come close" to the collaborative approach outlined in the province's Indigenous rights law.
Vancouver hotels reign supreme, even without superstar boost

Vancouver hotels reign supreme, even without superstar boost

Vancouver hotels in February topped Canadian major markets for occupancy, room-rates