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What the upcoming holiday GST relief will mean for consumers

What the upcoming holiday GST relief will mean for consumers

TORONTO — The federal government's GST break will arrive this Saturday, just in time for the last stretch of holiday shopping. Here's a breakdown of what you'll save on and how the relief works.
Even in outwardly inclusive workplaces, LGBTQ+ employees face ‘invisible’ challenges

Even in outwardly inclusive workplaces, LGBTQ+ employees face ‘invisible’ challenges

Issues around travel, after-work social events and fertility challenges can cause LGBTQ+ individuals to feel unsafe and alone
Federal minister asks labour board to intervene in Canada Post strike

Federal minister asks labour board to intervene in Canada Post strike

Mail could begin moving again in Canada as early as next week after the federal government moved Friday to end the nearly month-long work stoppage at Canada Post.
Airline execs testify on baggage fees; say reforms needed to lower travel costs

Airline execs testify on baggage fees; say reforms needed to lower travel costs

Canadian airline executives in the hot seat over carry-on bag fees say the federal government needs to reform this country's aviation system if it wants travel to become more affordable.
Stock market today: Wall Street ends mixed after a bumpy week

Stock market today: Wall Street ends mixed after a bumpy week

Stock indexes closed mixed on Wall Street at the end of a rare bumpy week. The S&P 500 ended little changed Friday. The benchmark index reached its latest in a string of records a week ago.
Vancouver Whitecaps seek new ownership

Vancouver Whitecaps seek new ownership

Majority owner Greg Kerfoot has had an ownership stake in the team since 2002
Seaspan launches HMCS Protecteur, Canada's longest naval ship

Seaspan launches HMCS Protecteur, Canada's longest naval ship

A celebration in North Vancouver Friday marked the launch of the 173-metre vessel that will resupply Canadian and allied warships at sea
FireSwarm Solutions secures $500K for advanced wildfire-fighting drone technology

FireSwarm Solutions secures $500K for advanced wildfire-fighting drone technology

Squamish-based startup FireSwarm Solutions Inc. has secured the funding to further develop its autonomous drone technology for wildfire management.
Woman who preyed on Chinese students fined $3.3 million by BC Securities Commission

Woman who preyed on Chinese students fined $3.3 million by BC Securities Commission

VANCOUVER — A woman who used "high-pressure tactics and predatory conduct" on Chinese students has been fined $3.3 million by the BC Securities Commission.
In B.C., a glut of supply could ease affordability

In B.C., a glut of supply could ease affordability

David Hutniak, chief executive officer of the advocacy group Landlord BC, said they've seen a 'softening of rents, particularly at the higher end.'