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Wax museum scouts Regina

Members of the Royal Family, a smattering of movie stars and even a Prime Minister or three could be leaving Victoria for the less hospitable climes of Regina if Ken Lane's math makes sense.

Sports

Royals, Grizzlies both in action >B7

Province fast-tracks LNG plant

First Nations deal for facility near Kitimat

Telecoms sued over texting advertising

The Competition Bureau is suing Canada's three biggest wireless carriers and an industry association for allegedly enabling providers of premium texting services to trick consumers into paying fees they weren't expecting.

Small-business optimism up despite challenging economy

A new poll of small Canadian businesses suggests a majority are optimistic about their prospects for success and many plan on expansion, despite a challenging economic climate.

Ontario deficit falls to $13B

Ontario's budget deficit for 2011-12 came in at $13 billion, but the deficit for the current year is still projected to be $14.8 billion. The government used a $700 million reserve built into the budget to help reduce the deficit.

Talisman announces full exit from Peru

Talisman Energy Inc., which switched CEOs earlier this week, says it plans to wind down its operations in Peru as it was unable to build a big enough resource position there.

Nova Scotia backs distiller

The Nova Scotia government is investing $1.2 million to help a rural company set up an artisan distillery. Authentic Seacoast Distilling Company Ltd. will use the money to help pay for a $2.

Drug maker reports profit

Shares in drug company Patheon Inc. gained 15 per cent after it reported a third-quarter profit of $15.5 million, up sharply from a year ago, and increased its revenue guidance for the year.

Plenty of money available for new companies: Tectoria panel

Good ideas and enthusiasm will get a start-up business to a certain point in the high-tech world, though, without money, that idea may not see the light of day.