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Toy maker Spin Master cuts jobs as it contends with tariff uncertainty

Toy maker Spin Master cuts jobs as it contends with tariff uncertainty

TORONTO — Toy maker Spin Master Corp. says it has cut jobs across the company as it tries to weather the impact of global tariffs on its business. In an emailed statement, spokeswoman Tammy Smitham did not say how many employees were affected.
Quebec, Newfoundland energy touts Canadian independence to Trump: Hydro‑Québec CEO

Quebec, Newfoundland energy touts Canadian independence to Trump: Hydro‑Québec CEO

ST. JOHN'S — The chief executive of Hydro‑Québec says a sweeping new energy deal with Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is a signal to the United States that Canada can get "big things done." Michael Sabia was in St. John's, N.L.
Court approves sale of Hudson's Bay trademarks to Canadian Tire

Court approves sale of Hudson's Bay trademarks to Canadian Tire

TORONTO — Canadian Tire Corp. Ltd.'s historic purchase of Hudson's Bay trademarks will go ahead after an Ontario judge granted permission for the deal.
Texas considers banning products infused with THC derived from hemp, and retailers are worried

Texas considers banning products infused with THC derived from hemp, and retailers are worried

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Walk into enough gas stations and they’re likely easy to find: gummies, drinks and vapes infused with THC, the compound that gives marijuana its psychoactive properties. That's given lawmakers across the U.S.
U.S., Canadian markets move higher as investors shrug off tariff 'noise'

U.S., Canadian markets move higher as investors shrug off tariff 'noise'

Canada's main stock index edged up and U.S. markets climbed as investors tried to tune out the latest noise from U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff war.
Citytv pauses 'CGT,' enlists Howie Mandel to host Toronto-shot 'Price is Right'

Citytv pauses 'CGT,' enlists Howie Mandel to host Toronto-shot 'Price is Right'

TORONTO — Come on down, eh! A Canadian spinoff of "The Price is Right" headlines Rogers' new slate of Canadian originals coming to Citytv. The media giant says Toronto-born comedian Howie Mandel will host a reimagining of the U.S.
Quebec announces new drone detectors to fight smuggling in detention centres

Quebec announces new drone detectors to fight smuggling in detention centres

MONTREAL — The Quebec government is planning to use new drone detectors, cellphone detectors and mobile X-ray scanners to fight contraband smuggling in the province’s detention centres.
Rick Mercer's long finished 'Talking to Americans,' but he's got new ways to address neighbourly tension

Rick Mercer's long finished 'Talking to Americans,' but he's got new ways to address neighbourly tension

TORONTO — Rick Mercer picks up the bottle of sparkling water he just ordered, puts on his glasses and inspects the label. "Where's that from? We're not having that in the shot if it's American.
Former celebrity lawyer Tom Girardi gets 7 years in prison for stealing millions from clients

Former celebrity lawyer Tom Girardi gets 7 years in prison for stealing millions from clients

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A federal judge sentenced disbarred celebrity lawyer Tom Girardi to seven years and three months in prison on Tuesday for embezzling tens of millions of dollars from his clients, including several with severe physical injuries and
Canada's domestic tourism industry could net billions due to U.S. trade war: report

Canada's domestic tourism industry could net billions due to U.S. trade war: report

OTTAWA — Canada's tourism industry might be in for a boost as Canadians boycott the United States and spend their travel dollars closer to home this year.