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Metro Vancouver also reported it paid $219M in base remuneration to all its employees in 2024, up from $193M a year prior

TORONTO — Strength in technology stocks helped Canada's main stock index climb over 100 points on Tuesday, while U.S. markets also rose and oil prices fell. The S&P/TSX composite index closed 109.26 points higher at 26,718.62. A rally in the U.S.

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rose toward their all-time high on Tuesday after oil prices eased further on hopes that Israel’s war with Iran will not damage the global flow of crude. The S&P 500 climbed 1.

OTTAWA — The next Canadian census will be held in May 2026. The federal cabinet has issued an order fixing the date for the census and the questions it will ask. The last census was held in 2021 and was the first to be held during a pandemic.

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S.

West Coast SME confidence lowest in Canada in this year's first quarter, according to BDC report.

TORONTO — Strength in technology and materials helped Canada’s main stock index close over 100 points higher Monday, while U.S. markets also saw gains amid declines in oil prices.

OTTAWA — A newly launched federal review of the Access to Information system is being greeted with deep skepticism by transparency advocates.

The agreement is a step toward Canada participating in Europe's massive new defence procurement program, known as ReArm Europe.

OTTAWA — Canada's Ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman will take on the role of top negotiator for Canada as the country seeks a new trade and security pact with the Donald Trump administration.