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Canadian auto workers, GM reach tentative contract agreement, ending strike that began at midnight

Canadian auto workers, GM reach tentative contract agreement, ending strike that began at midnight

TORONTO (AP) — General Motors and the union representing Canadian auto workers reached a tentative contract agreement Tuesday, ending a strike that began just after midnight.
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How to talk to kids and teens about the Israel-Hamas war

How to talk to kids and teens about the Israel-Hamas war

TORONTO — Mental health experts and school boards say many kids and teens may be struggling with fear, anxiety or confusion about the Israel-Hamas war and are offering parents tips on how to talk about it.
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BMO Capital Markets head Dan Barclay to retire, to be replaced by Alan Tannenbaum

BMO Capital Markets head Dan Barclay to retire, to be replaced by Alan Tannenbaum

TORONTO — BMO Capital Markets' chief executive and group head Dan Barclay is set to retire after a 32-year investment banking career as of Nov. 1.
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Toronto Maple Leafs sign forward Noah Gregor to one-year contract

Toronto Maple Leafs sign forward Noah Gregor to one-year contract

TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Noah Gregor to a one-year contract worth US$775,000. The 25-year-old Gregor spent parts of four seasons with the San Jose Sharks, accumulating 51 points (26 goals, 25 assists) in 178 games.
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Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

TORONTO — Some of the most active companies traded Tuesday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (19,501.20, up 255.13 points): Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ). Energy. Up $4.58, or 5.46 per cent, to $88.54 on 11.
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Markets rise amid interest rate optimism while energy stocks fuel TSX gains

Markets rise amid interest rate optimism while energy stocks fuel TSX gains

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index gained more than 250 points Tuesday amid a broad-based rally led by energy stocks, while U.S. markets also rose on hopes that interest rates may have reached their peak.
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RCMP launches investigation into Ontario's Greenbelt land swap

RCMP launches investigation into Ontario's Greenbelt land swap

TORONTO — The RCMP has launched an investigation into the Ontario government's decision to open up parts of the protected Greenbelt for housing development, a probe the premier's office said the province will co-operate with.
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Ontario securities regulator exploring artificial intelligence use in capital markets

Ontario securities regulator exploring artificial intelligence use in capital markets

TORONTO — Ontario's securities regulator says it is evaluating the potential role it can play in overseeing and guiding responsible adoption of artificial intelligence to protect investors and the integrity of capital markets.
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A chronology of key events following Ontario's decision to develop Greenbelt lands

A chronology of key events following Ontario's decision to develop Greenbelt lands

TORONTO — The RCMP said Tuesday it has launched an investigation into Ontario's decision to open up protected Greenbelt lands for housing development. Here is a timeline of events in the Greenbelt controversy: Nov.
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A look at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena as it undergoes a $350-million-plus facelift

TORONTO — A look at Scotiabank Arena, which is undergoing more than $350 million in renovations: BEGINNINGS: The arena, which covers 665,000 square feet and six floors, opened in February 1999 as the Air Canada Centre and was renamed Scotiabank Arena
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