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Fintrac imposes $6 million fine on cryptocurrency exchange Binance Holdings

Fintrac imposes $6 million fine on cryptocurrency exchange Binance Holdings

OTTAWA — The federal anti-money laundering agency has issued a $6-million fine to cryptocurrency exchange company Binance Holdings Ltd. Fintrac says Binance failed to register with the agency as a foreign money services business.
How to find a financial adviser that aligns with your goals, money management style

How to find a financial adviser that aligns with your goals, money management style

From certified financial planners to wealth managers, chartered professional accountants to money coaches, there are no shortage of people out there providing financial advice and services.
Canada's Department of National Defence wins 2023 Code of Silence Award

Canada's Department of National Defence wins 2023 Code of Silence Award

The military department took three years to respond to an information request about new warships.
Public service unions promise 'summer of discontent' over in-office policy

Public service unions promise 'summer of discontent' over in-office policy

OTTAWA — Public service unions say they'll launch further legal challenges and grievances over new rules that federal employees must work from the office at least three days a week.
BC United leader not worried about polls, willing to talk to B.C. Conservatives

BC United leader not worried about polls, willing to talk to B.C. Conservatives

Town hall meeting held in Tsawwassen on May 6
Health minister committed to fixing dental-care double standard: hygienists

Health minister committed to fixing dental-care double standard: hygienists

OTTAWA — A new national dental-care plan denies independent hygienists equal reimbursement for the same services offered in dentists' offices — and the federal health minister said this week he isn't convinced by the rationale that led to that dispar
Most of Canada to receive emergency alert test today

Most of Canada to receive emergency alert test today

OTTAWA — The federal government will test its capacity to issue emergency alerts today. That means Canadians in most provinces and territories will receive a test alert on their cellphones, as well as through TV and radio broadcasts.
B.C. wildfire expert says rapid detection, action on fire starts key as climate warms

B.C. wildfire expert says rapid detection, action on fire starts key as climate warms

More should be spent on prevention and mitigation, including FireSmart initiatives, says wildfire researcher.
Canada squandering LNG export opportunities: EY

Canada squandering LNG export opportunities: EY

In the time Canada took to build one LNG plant, the U.S. built seven, approved 20
Feds urged to step up as B.C. fights invasive mussel threat

Feds urged to step up as B.C. fights invasive mussel threat

Infestation could cripple tourism and infrastructure, says Okanagan Basin Water Board