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November 26, 2025

Equifruit banana producers carrying freshly cut bananas at Agriflores, one of Equifruit’s partner farms in Colombia.

Equifruit banana producers carrying freshly cut bananas at Agriflores, one of Equifruit’s partner farms in Colombia.

Why Montreal’s Equifruit says it’s time to hike the price of bananas

5 min read

November 25, 2025

Physical activity improves balance, reaction time and neuromuscular control which can reduce the risk of falls and prevent functional decline.

Physical activity improves balance, reaction time and neuromuscular control which can reduce the risk of falls and prevent functional decline.

When planning for retirement, don’t neglect physical fitness

4 min read

November 25, 2025

Canada’s rugged terrain is influencing how brands, such as Norda seen here, are creating performance gear that mirrors the environment it’s built to handle.

Canada’s rugged terrain is influencing how brands, such as Norda seen here, are creating performance gear that mirrors the environment it’s built to handle.

How Canada’s rugged landscapes are redefining outdoor performance gear

4 min read

November 25, 2025

Halifax’s Cogswell District transforms the overbuilt and dated Cogswell Interchange into a vibrant community filled with parks, bike and pedestrian infrastructure, a transit hub and lots for soon-to-be mixed-use buildings.

Halifax’s Cogswell District transforms the overbuilt and dated Cogswell Interchange into a vibrant community filled with parks, bike and pedestrian infrastructure, a transit hub and lots for soon-to-be mixed-use buildings.

Halifax swaps dated interchange for new urban neighbourhood

4 min read

November 25, 2025

The writer’s view of Positano. With a micro cruise, she was able to avoid the crowds at this popular destination.

The writer’s view of Positano. With a micro cruise, she was able to avoid the crowds at this popular destination.

Micro-cruises give travellers unparalleled personal access to in-demand destinations

4 min read

November 25, 2025

The extended Hudson family at Burnbrae Farms in Lyn, Ont., earlier this year. The painting on the silo reproduces a circa 1942 photograph of, left to right, Joe Hudson, who as a teenager set the business on its path of egg production, with his father Arthur and brother Grant.

The extended Hudson family at Burnbrae Farms in Lyn, Ont., earlier this year. The painting on the silo reproduces a circa 1942 photograph of, left to right, Joe Hudson, who as a teenager set the business on its path of egg production, with his father Arthur and brother Grant.

Family control affords six-generation Burnbrae Farms freedom to invest in long-term goals

4 min read

November 25, 2025

Balancing returns against their potential risks is the foundation of any portfolio. It's often best achieved by understanding how the portfolio's securities are managed, whether passively or actively.

Balancing returns against their potential risks is the foundation of any portfolio. It's often best achieved by understanding how the portfolio's securities are managed, whether passively or actively.

Should you be an active or passive investor? Or both? How to choose

4 min read

November 25, 2025

More companies are using AI to help onboard and train employees. Using AI can personalize training to each individual, but companies need to ensure the AI has the right data to work with and realize certain skills need a human touch, experts say.

More companies are using AI to help onboard and train employees. Using AI can personalize training to each individual, but companies need to ensure the AI has the right data to work with and realize certain skills need a human touch, experts say.

How AI is taking over workplace training

4 min read

November 20, 2025

Symplasma within Canaletto’s Santa Maria della Salute and the Riva degli Schiavoni in Venice. Henriquez Partners Architects used AI to create this image. Across the country, more architecture firms are experimenting with how the technology can be integrated within their work.

Symplasma within Canaletto’s Santa Maria della Salute and the Riva degli Schiavoni in Venice. Henriquez Partners Architects used AI to create this image. Across the country, more architecture firms are experimenting with how the technology can be integrated within their work.

Canadian architects explore what AI means for creativity

4 min read

November 18, 2025

North Star Adventures leading visitors on an “Aurora hunting” tour to see the Northern Lights in Yellowknife. Indigenous-led tourism is creating economic opportunities, sharing culture and offering visitors authentic experiences across Canada.

North Star Adventures leading visitors on an “Aurora hunting” tour to see the Northern Lights in Yellowknife. Indigenous-led tourism is creating economic opportunities, sharing culture and offering visitors authentic experiences across Canada.

How Indigenous tourism is redefining Canada’s cultural landscape

4 min read

November 18, 2025

Investing in cryptocurrency is best done when you understand how the asset works, experts say, including its technical underpinnings and its turbulent history.

Investing in cryptocurrency is best done when you understand how the asset works, experts say, including its technical underpinnings and its turbulent history.

Curious about investing in crypto? Read this first

5 min read

November 18, 2025

Peter Chisholm, left, and his cousin Jordan are part of the sixth generation that joined the family lumber business in 2007 when illness struck their two predecessors, including Peter’s father.

Peter Chisholm, left, and his cousin Jordan are part of the sixth generation that joined the family lumber business in 2007 when illness struck their two predecessors, including Peter’s father.

How crises spark renewal at this sixth-generation family lumber firm

4 min read

November 18, 2025

The University of Victoria’s new Indigenous law wing transforms the school by wrapping around the original structure, which was built in the 1980s. The $45.9-million addition officially opened in September and stands at just over 26,000 square feet.

The University of Victoria’s new Indigenous law wing transforms the school by wrapping around the original structure, which was built in the 1980s. The $45.9-million addition officially opened in September and stands at just over 26,000 square feet.

Indigenous legal concepts inspire school’s design

5 min read

November 17, 2025

Lori McCarthy’s culinary-focused residences introduce visitors to the community and cultural traditions of Newfoundland.

Lori McCarthy’s culinary-focused residences introduce visitors to the community and cultural traditions of Newfoundland.

The new food-focused getaway is a multi-day mini apprenticeship

4 min read

November 13, 2025

To Mr. DiBlasio, more is better. “If, in ten years from now, there are five other Longhouses, I think that’s a success,” he says.

To Mr. DiBlasio, more is better. “If, in ten years from now, there are five other Longhouses, I think that’s a success,” he says.

Why Indigenous-owned financial firms are joining forces with the country’s biggest banks

3 min read

November 13, 2025

Artificial intelligence is becoming a new ingredient in the culinary world, shaping how chefs design menus, develop dishes and imagine flavour.

Artificial intelligence is becoming a new ingredient in the culinary world, shaping how chefs design menus, develop dishes and imagine flavour.

How AI is reshaping the art and science of cooking

5 min read

November 11, 2025

A diver explores the deep sea. Experts say taking on manageable challenges in safe conditions boosts confidence and strengthens stress recovery systems.

A diver explores the deep sea. Experts say taking on manageable challenges in safe conditions boosts confidence and strengthens stress recovery systems.

The science of thrill and how voluntary stress shapes resilience

4 min read

November 11, 2025

Ian Scates, left, president of ice-cream maker Central Smith, is laying the groundwork for his daughter Jillian to carry the family legacy into its third generation by creating experiences for her to gradually learn and grow in the business.

Ian Scates, left, president of ice-cream maker Central Smith, is laying the groundwork for his daughter Jillian to carry the family legacy into its third generation by creating experiences for her to gradually learn and grow in the business.

Mentorship takes family ice-cream empire into its third generation

4 min read

November 11, 2025

Yasin Kherani and his wife, Safira Teja, got into the giving habit early and now donate a dedicated amount.

Yasin Kherani and his wife, Safira Teja, got into the giving habit early and now donate a dedicated amount.

How fundraisers engage with tomorrow’s donors as a long-term strategy

3 min read

November 11, 2025

Staying calm when markets are volatile is even more challenging for do-it-yourself (DIY) investors who don’t have an advisor to talk them out of panic selling.

Staying calm when markets are volatile is even more challenging for do-it-yourself (DIY) investors who don’t have an advisor to talk them out of panic selling.

How to build a starter portfolio that won’t keep you up at night

3 min read

November 11, 2025

Rosemead House is located in the township of Esquimalt and is one of the latest luxury boutique hotels to open on B.C.’s Vancouver Island. After a spring soft launch, the hotel officially opened in October to glowing reviews.

Rosemead House is located in the township of Esquimalt and is one of the latest luxury boutique hotels to open on B.C.’s Vancouver Island. After a spring soft launch, the hotel officially opened in October to glowing reviews.

Real estate investors eye B.C. hotel sector

5 min read

November 11, 2025

Chickapea founder and chief executive officer Shelby Taylor says her product appeals to consumers seeking healthier choices without sacrificing taste, texture or convenience.

Chickapea founder and chief executive officer Shelby Taylor says her product appeals to consumers seeking healthier choices without sacrificing taste, texture or convenience.

How Chickapea’s product refresh aims to turn high-protein pasta into a household staple

4 min read

November 11, 2025

Even though there is a push for employees to return to the office full time, research from Stanford University economics professor Nicholas Bloom found that a hybrid work schedule of three days a week in the office is optimal. Those hybrid employees were just as productive as staff who worked in the office five days a week, the study reported.

Even though there is a push for employees to return to the office full time, research from Stanford University economics professor Nicholas Bloom found that a hybrid work schedule of three days a week in the office is optimal. Those hybrid employees were just as productive as staff who worked in the office five days a week, the study reported.

Hybrid work treats staff as ‘adults’ and is best for retention, satisfaction, productivity, experts say

4 min read

November 10, 2025

The world’s smallest deer, a pudu, nibbles on Chilean rhubarb. The wildlife viewing is an experience available through Chiloé Natural’s adventure trips.

The world’s smallest deer, a pudu, nibbles on Chilean rhubarb. The wildlife viewing is an experience available through Chiloé Natural’s adventure trips.

Adventure, reimagined: How customized immersion is shaping the future of travel

4 min read

November 6, 2025

Small- and mid-cap stocks are often overshadowed by the biggest companies on the stock market, however, they offer up growth at a more reasonable valuation, fund managers say.

Small- and mid-cap stocks are often overshadowed by the biggest companies on the stock market, however, they offer up growth at a more reasonable valuation, fund managers say.

Small- and mid-cap fund managers point to bevy of opportunities

4 min read

November 6, 2025

Dividend funds are attractive for investors seeking stability, particularly amid geopolitical upheaval and economic concerns about tariffs, fund managers say.

Dividend funds are attractive for investors seeking stability, particularly amid geopolitical upheaval and economic concerns about tariffs, fund managers say.

Positive outlook for dividend funds in volatile markets

4 min read

November 6, 2025

Researchers are turning to AI to reveal hidden patterns and accelerate discoveries across Canada’s scientific community.

Researchers are turning to AI to reveal hidden patterns and accelerate discoveries across Canada’s scientific community.

How Canadian scientists are using AI as a creative partner in discovery

4 min read

November 5, 2025

Sarah Bennetto-O’Brien, founder of The Handpie Company, has chosen measured growth for her business, which has allowed it to reflect her values, including paying long-time employees a competitive wage and keeping local suppliers.

Sarah Bennetto-O’Brien, founder of The Handpie Company, has chosen measured growth for her business, which has allowed it to reflect her values, including paying long-time employees a competitive wage and keeping local suppliers.

Entrepreneurs eschewing rapid growth say it helps them control quality and ‘the vibe’

4 min read

November 4, 2025

Wildfires ravaged the town of Jasper, Alta., on July 22, 2024, destroying 358 businesses and homes. The wildfires were the second-costliest in Canadian history, with insured losses reaching $1.3-billion, according to Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc.

Wildfires ravaged the town of Jasper, Alta., on July 22, 2024, destroying 358 businesses and homes. The wildfires were the second-costliest in Canadian history, with insured losses reaching $1.3-billion, according to Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc.

Gap in efforts to protect businesses from wildfires, expert says

4 min read

November 4, 2025

Left to right: Longo’s executive chair Anthony Longo, co-founder Gus Longo, president Deb Craven, and chief operating officer Mike Longo outside the company headquarters in Vaughan, Ont.

Left to right: Longo’s executive chair Anthony Longo, co-founder Gus Longo, president Deb Craven, and chief operating officer Mike Longo outside the company headquarters in Vaughan, Ont.

How this family grocer keeps its values fresh over three generations

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