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Canada's employers put hiring on ice in February ahead of tariff impacts

Canada's employers put hiring on ice in February ahead of tariff impacts

OTTAWA — Harsh winter weather put a chill on Canada's labour market in February as employers braced for headwinds from the looming trade dispute with the United States.
Citing safety, Quebec tribunal orders suspension of scheduled roadside inspections

Citing safety, Quebec tribunal orders suspension of scheduled roadside inspections

MONTREAL — A Quebec labour tribunal has ordered the suspension of unscheduled roadside inspections because of concerns for employee safety.
Anxiety about Trump tariffs runs deep in Quebec industrial cities

Anxiety about Trump tariffs runs deep in Quebec industrial cities

TROIS-RIVIÈRES, Que. — Quebec cities that are particularly vulnerable to U.S. tariffs are struggling to keep up with the twists and turns of President Donald Trump's erratic trade policies. In Trois-Rivières and nearby Bécancour, Que.
Saskatchewan deputy premier says changing U.S. tariff decisions 'ridiculous'

Saskatchewan deputy premier says changing U.S. tariff decisions 'ridiculous'

REGINA — Saskatchewan's deputy premier says the constantly shifting announcements from the United States on tariffs are "ridiculous" and raise concerns that the turmoil is now the new normal.
Service Canada says you'll soon get your passport processed in 30 days, or it's free

Service Canada says you'll soon get your passport processed in 30 days, or it's free

OTTAWA — The federal government says it's going to implement a new 30-business-day guarantee for passports. That means Ottawa promises to either process a passport application within 30 business days or refund the fee.
After a turbulent week, auto industry takes a breath as tariffs paused — for now

After a turbulent week, auto industry takes a breath as tariffs paused — for now

WINDSOR, ONT. AND TORONTO — Canadian auto workers and the industry are catching their breath after a roller-coaster week that saw crushing tariffs imposed, then paused, as they wait for the next round of threats.
Manitoba cabinet to approve or deny power deals with the United States

Manitoba cabinet to approve or deny power deals with the United States

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government signalled Thursday it may curtail exports of hydroelectricity to the United States in response to tariffs imposed by U.S.
Russia attacks Ukraine's energy supplies as US halts its access to satellite images

Russia attacks Ukraine's energy supplies as US halts its access to satellite images

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia attacked Ukrainian energy facilities with dozens of missiles and drones during the night, officials said Friday, hobbling the country’s ability to deliver heat and light to its citizens and to power weapons factories vital
US employers add a solid 151,000 jobs last month though unemployment up to 4.1%

US employers add a solid 151,000 jobs last month though unemployment up to 4.1%

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added solid 151,000 jobs last month, but the outlook is cloudy as President Donald Trump threatens a trade war , purges the federal workforce and promises to deport millions of immigrants .
Businesses seek new suppliers, shift production in response to tariffs

Businesses seek new suppliers, shift production in response to tariffs

Businesses are rejigging their supply chains in response to tariffs, including finding new suppliers and shifting production, even as it's unclear what will be subject to tariffs and for how long.
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