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Industry says banning replacement workers will prolong strikes — unions say reverse

Industry says banning replacement workers will prolong strikes — unions say reverse

MONTREAL — Industry leaders are warning that a bill to ban replacement workers during a strike or lockout could lead to greater disruptions in sectors ranging from aviation to package delivery and internet services — a notion unions reject outright.
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Average Canadian rent price hits new high for sixth consecutive month: report

Average Canadian rent price hits new high for sixth consecutive month: report

The average asking price for a rental unit in Canada reached $2,178 last month, a 9.9 per cent year-over-year increase and continuing a trend that has seen asking rents hit new highs for six months in a row.
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Rob Shaw: Kevin Falcon on the same page as the NDP on housing, but only once

Rob Shaw: Kevin Falcon on the same page as the NDP on housing, but only once

On two legislative moves on housing, Falcon declares 'they're not going to work'
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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: Sun Life results Insurer Sun Life Financial Inc. will report its third-quarter results after financial markets close Monday.
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Victoria clinic told to stop providing private-pay option for MRIs

Victoria clinic told to stop providing private-pay option for MRIs

The Medical Services Commission has requested that all community imaging clinics approved to bill MSP for outpatient diagnostic services cease charging for medically necessary MRIs
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China ambassador seeks 'rational' relations, trade boost by 'reserving differences'

China ambassador seeks 'rational' relations, trade boost by 'reserving differences'

OTTAWA — China's ambassador to Canada says Ottawa's allegations of foreign interference in Canadian elections are hurting economic ties — but he insists his country isn't punishing Canada.
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B.C.-made exoskeletons could 'change the world' for the physically disabled

B.C.-made exoskeletons could 'change the world' for the physically disabled

"The first time I walked with the exoskeleton was a jaw-dropping experience."
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B.C. short-term rental restrictions ‘gold standard’: hoteliers

B.C. short-term rental restrictions ‘gold standard’: hoteliers

Observers say new rules will support investment in new hotels
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Vancouver city hall finally bans WeChat from its devices next week

Vancouver city hall finally bans WeChat from its devices next week

This is not the first time that Vancouver city hall has taken its time to follow the lead of the federal government on a cybersecurity issue. 
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Prince Rupert liquid fuels export capacity to be expanded

Prince Rupert liquid fuels export capacity to be expanded

Trigon to add LPG storage, reduce coal export capacity
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