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S&P/TSX up almost 300 points as oil prices rise; Wall St. rallies and Fed holds rates

S&P/TSX up almost 300 points as oil prices rise; Wall St. rallies and Fed holds rates

TORONTO — Gains in energy stocks and base metals led Canada's main stock index up almost 300 points in a broad-based rally Wednesday, while major tech names led a rally on U.S. stock markets, and the U.S.
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Economy continues to grow at modest pace as forecasters brace for more rate cuts

Economy continues to grow at modest pace as forecasters brace for more rate cuts

OTTAWA — The Canadian economy continued to keep its head just above water in May, growing 0.2 per cent, led by expansions in manufacturing and the public sector.
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Rob Shaw: BC United moves to add Liberal identifier to October ballot

Rob Shaw: BC United moves to add Liberal identifier to October ballot

Leader Kevin Falcon says "there's a huge amount of confusion out there" when it comes to the party's name change.
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These companies have laid off Canadian workers in 2024

Canadians are continuing to be laid off as part of a wave of job cuts that began in 2023 as companies assessed their operations after the height of the COVID-19 pandemic passed.
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Should B.C. cities rethink their shady priorities?

Should B.C. cities rethink their shady priorities?

As temperatures climb, former chief planner warns B.C. cities need to rethink old ways of maximizing sunlight and minimizing building shadows.
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Opinion: Ditching fossil fuels can be a silver bullet for cost-burdened British Columbians

Opinion: Ditching fossil fuels can be a silver bullet for cost-burdened British Columbians

Electric vehicles and heat pumps offer significant financial benefits, according to Clean Energy Canada
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Alleged e-bike-caused house fire spawns lawsuit against Burnaby's Envo

Alleged e-bike-caused house fire spawns lawsuit against Burnaby's Envo

Other companies also sued for damages after fire 'destroyed the plaintiffs' home and contents.'
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B.C. voters keep ditching United for Conservatives ahead of fall election, survey reveals

B.C. voters keep ditching United for Conservatives ahead of fall election, survey reveals

Provincial election race tightens as NDP leads over rising Conservatives.
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The key to successfully merging your finances with a partner, according to experts

The key to successfully merging your finances with a partner, according to experts

There's no right way to manage finances in a relationship other than maintaining open communication.
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Provincial government announces $5.8B for BC Hydro over the next decade

Provincial government announces $5.8B for BC Hydro over the next decade

The announcement was made in Vernon on Monday.
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