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Canada Post says response to latest union comments coming shortly

Canada Post says response to latest union comments coming shortly

OTTAWA — Canada Post says it will respond to its union's latest negotiation comments as soon as possible as uncertainty caused by the contract dispute weighs heavily on its business.
Reducing internal trade barriers tops priorities for businesses: KPMG poll

Reducing internal trade barriers tops priorities for businesses: KPMG poll

TORONTO — A new report says nearly two-thirds Canadian businesses want the government to work to reduce the barriers to internal trade in an effort to improve productivity.
Hudson's Bay employees sparking interest from Holt Renfrew and other retailers

Hudson's Bay employees sparking interest from Holt Renfrew and other retailers

TORONTO — Big-name department and drug stores are circling the more than 9,300 Hudson's Bay and Saks Fifth Avenue Canada workers who will soon be out of a job.
Canada Post, union expected to resume talks in a few days as overtime ban continues

Canada Post, union expected to resume talks in a few days as overtime ban continues

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers has yet to offer a formal response to the proposals, but its request for a two-week "truce" to consider the deal was rejected by the employer.
Conservatives will 'cooperate' with Liberals to end U.S. trade dispute: Poilievre

Conservatives will 'cooperate' with Liberals to end U.S. trade dispute: Poilievre

OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said he's willing to work with the Liberals in Parliament on efforts to resolve the trade war with the United States.
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Canada Post Canada Post is warning about possible delays after unionized workers at the Crown corporation started last week to refuse to work overtime as part of a
'Winging it is not a plan': How to shore up your finances in uncertain times

'Winging it is not a plan': How to shore up your finances in uncertain times

A myriad of challenges have been plaguing Canadians' personal finances, from the high cost of living to the global trade war that has roiled markets and the economy.
'Not good': Concerns revived over recommendation to end door-to-door mail delivery

'Not good': Concerns revived over recommendation to end door-to-door mail delivery

Canada Post estimates it would save about $350 million per year by converting all addresses to community boxes, while providing select door delivery to those with disabilities.
Hudson's Bay reaches deal to sell up to 28 leases to B.C. mall owner

Hudson's Bay reaches deal to sell up to 28 leases to B.C. mall owner

TORONTO — Hudson's Bay plans to sell up to 28 of its store leases to a B.C. mall owner who wants to launch "a new modern department store.
Hundreds of government job losses planned at the CRA, ESDC

Hundreds of government job losses planned at the CRA, ESDC

OTTAWA — Top officials at the Canada Revenue Agency say mounting job cuts will impact how the agency is able to deliver services.