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Precision says wildfires in Alberta and B.C. have had a modest impact on operations

Precision says wildfires in Alberta and B.C. have had a modest impact on operations

CALGARY — Precision Drilling Corp. says the wildfires in Alberta and B.C.
'We don't see it': BRP CEO says sluggish economy no barrier, as Sea-Doos buoy profits

'We don't see it': BRP CEO says sluggish economy no barrier, as Sea-Doos buoy profits

MONTREAL — BRP Inc. chief executive José Boisjoli says a sputtering economy has failed to put the brakes on the powersport company, with enough wealthy North Americans to buoy sales through the rest of the year.
'Earn while you learn:' Co-op programs gain appeal amid rising cost of living

'Earn while you learn:' Co-op programs gain appeal amid rising cost of living

HALIFAX — In her final years of high school, teachers warned Ainsley Wallace and her classmates that going to university wouldn't guarantee them a dream job.
Renewable energy surges, driven by solar boom and high fuel prices, report finds

Renewable energy surges, driven by solar boom and high fuel prices, report finds

BERLIN (AP) — The world is set to add a record amount of renewable electricity capacity this year as governments and consumers seek to offset high energy prices and take advantage of a boom in solar power, according to a new report Thursday.
Laurentian Bank reports Q2 profit down from year ago, raises quarterly dividend

Laurentian Bank reports Q2 profit down from year ago, raises quarterly dividend

MONTREAL — Laurentian Bank of Canada raised its quarterly dividend as it reported a second-quarter profit of $49.3 million, down from $59.5 million a year ago.
BMO completes US$160M deal to purchase Air Miles loyalty rewards program

BMO completes US$160M deal to purchase Air Miles loyalty rewards program

TORONTO — BMO Financial Group closed its acquisition of the Air Miles loyalty rewards program in Canada on Thursday, saying it plans to expand the program with new ways to earn and redeem points.
Europe sees inflation drop to 6.1%, but real relief for consumers will take months

Europe sees inflation drop to 6.1%, but real relief for consumers will take months

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Europe's inflation took a positive turn with a significant drop to 6.1%, but prices are still posing a pinch to shoppers who are yet to see real relief in what they pay for food and other necessities.
House OKs debt ceiling bill to avoid default, sends Biden-McCarthy deal to Senate

House OKs debt ceiling bill to avoid default, sends Biden-McCarthy deal to Senate

WASHINGTON (AP) — Veering away from a default crisis, the House approved a debt ceiling and budget cuts package late Wednesday, as President Joe Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy assembled a bipartisan coalition of centrist Democrats and Republicans a
Quebec premier announces Michael Sabia as new CEO of Hydro-Quebec

Quebec premier announces Michael Sabia as new CEO of Hydro-Quebec

Quebec's government has officially tapped Michael Sabia as the next head of Hydro-Quebec. In a tweet, Premier François Legault announced Sabia would serve as president and CEO of the Crown corporation, succeeding Sophie Brochu.
Former Que. finance minister Leitão appointed to Bank of Canada

Former Que. finance minister Leitão appointed to Bank of Canada

OTTAWA — Former Quebec finance minister Carlos Leitão has been appointed to the Bank of Canada's board of directors. Leitão was Quebec's finance minister between 2014 and 2018.
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