Economy, Law & Politics

Province says the changes help non-profits, but experts warn the amendments are universal

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney shook up his cabinet Tuesday by moving some key players involved in Canada-U.S. relations into new positions and promoting 24 new faces in a move meant to signal change at the top.

Part of tourist shop relocating in Tsawwassen Mills

NEW YORK (AP) — Most U.S. stocks rose Tuesday following an encouraging report that showed inflation unexpectedly slowed across the country last month. The S&P 500 climbed 0.

Canada's main stock index closed higher on Tuesday, lifted in part by a jump in the price of oil. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 84.68 points at 25,616.86. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was down 269.67 points at 42,140.

Canada's business community will be monitoring files across various portfolios after Tuesday's swearing-in of Prime Minister Mark Carney's new cabinet.

Uncertainty in the United States under the administration of President Donald Trump means opportunities for British Columbia as it seeks to recruit much-needed nurses, Premier David Eby said.