Economy, Law & Politics

The good news is that new rental homes are being constructed more than ever; the bad news is that overall construction will still not keep pace with demand.

OTTAWA — Canada posted a merchandise trade deficit of $2.3 billion in March, its largest deficit since June last year, Statistics Canada said Thursday.

TORONTO — An innovative funding model for community groups could grow to become more mainstream through better co-ordination and awareness, said a new report out Thursday.

TORONTO — Traditional wealth management firms are at an increasing risk of losing younger clients, particularly as new rules to make investment fees more transparent loom, a new survey shows. An investor satisfaction study released Thursday by J.D.

Investors considering where to park their money have a choice: go with a traditional financial adviser or trust in an algorithm.

Drawing on insights from their recent book, two academics shed light on why Canada’s anemic growth should be a cause for concern.

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VANCOUVER — The British Columbia government is spending more money to recruit and retain health-science workers, while expanding an incentive program to dozens more rural communities. Health Minister Adrian Dix says $155.

OTTAWA — Addictions Minister Ya'ara Saks said she needs more information before prohibiting public use of illicit drugs again in British Columbia, but the province says she already has everything she needs. The B.C.

OTTAWA — Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem said he doesn't think the federal budget tabled last month will have much of an effect on inflation.