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Cannabis tech firm Namaste fires CEO, launches strategic review
B.C. landlords say that growing marijuana – particularly in a multiunit building – carries more risks than smoking it.
Kansas City Chiefs ban fan over claims he flashed a laser pointer at Tom Brady
In this Jan. 20, 2019, file photo New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady calls a play during the first half of the AFC Championshi in Kansas City, Mo.
Pembina Pipeline launching $4.5-billion polypropylene joint venture
The corporate logo of Pembina Pipeline Corp. is shown in this undated handout photo. Pembina Pipeline Corp. says it is going ahead with its joint venture with Kuwait's Petrochemical Industries Co. to build an integrated propane dehydrogenation plant and polypropylene upgrading facility. The project is estimated to cost $4.5 billion including the plants and supporting facilities. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO
Flexforce workers serve business well, but how do they retire?
As more Canadians work on contract and frequently change jobs, a significant portion of these “flexforce workers” face insecure retirement prospects, TD Bank Group found in a recent survey. Two-thirds of those polled said they will likely postpone retirement due to inadequate savings.
Calgary’s Jaclyn Lee set for first LPGA event as a professional
Canada's Jaclyn Lee, shown in this undated handout image, had two immediate feelings when a 10-foot birdie putt dropped on the 144th and final hole of the Q-Series LPGA qualifying tournament on Saturday. Lee to really absorb that she had become a professional golfer. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Golf Canada Archives *MANDATORY CREDIT *
Canadian dollar dips with oil but clings to most of 2019 gains
A loonie is pictured in Toronto on Jan. 23, 2015.
Barrick and Reunion Gold form joint venture to explore South America’s Guiana Shield
Barrick Gold Corporation Chairman John Thornton speaks during company's annual general meeting in Toronto on April 28, 2015. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette
Detained Canadian Michael Kovrig gets third consular visit in China
Michael Kovrig, an adviser with the International Crisis Group, March 28, 2018.
The financial fleecing of Canadian millennials
People walk during rush hour Bay Street in the financial district in Toronto, Wednesday June 28, 2017.
Tesla buying battery technology company Maxwell for $218-million
A 2018 Tesla Model 3 electric vehicle is shown in this photo illustration taken in Cardiff, Calif., June 1, 2018.
Two Huawei employees expelled from Denmark after work permit inspection
A man walks by a Huawei logo at a shopping mall in Shanghai, China, Dec. 6, 2018.
Politics Briefing: Canada hosts summit on Venezuelan crisis
The Peace Tower is seen through the iron gates of Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Thursday, March 19, 2015. Federal politicians will be on election footing as they resume parliamentary business today. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
Monday’s analyst upgrades and downgrades
A Bay Street sign in Toronto’s financial district.
MMA fighter wanted in killings captured after escaping from van in Texas
Cedric Marks is pictured in a booking photo in Grand Rapids, Mich., Jan. 8, 2019.
Trump campaign takes steps to prevent a challenge within Republican Party
President Donald Trump points leaves a rally at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi, Miss., Nov. 26, 2018.
Present Sense at the Gallery at Windsor
Gallery
Hilary Weston.
Monday’s small-cap stocks to watch
Arrests made in death of B.C. professor in Colombia
Searchers spot body in wreckage of plane that carried soccer player Emiliano Sala
In this Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2019, file photo, a Nantes supporter stands by a tribute to Argentinian soccer player Emiliano Sala.
Group including CPPIB buying Ultimate Software for $11-billion
The corporate logo of Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) is shown. Canada Pension Plan Investment Board has committed the equivalent of $678 million to a partnership that will focus on developing modern logistics facilities in six EU countries. THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO
Why increasing your fibre intake can add years to your life
Leslie Beck
Renovated Lawrence Park home sells for reduced price
Done Deal, 78 Dinnick Cres., Toronto
Boat carrying Haitian migrants sinks near Bahamas, killing at least 28
Papa John’s shares jump as hedge fund buys $200-million stake
A Papa John's restaurant in Westminster, Colo., photographed on Aug. 1, 2017.
Before the Bell: What every Canadian investor needs to know today
A trader works ahead of the closing bell on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on February 1, 2019 in New York City. - Wall Street stocks concluded another strong week with a nearly flat session on Friday, February 1, 2019, pausing from a heady January following strong jobs data and mixed earnings. Analysts said the rally that had propelled stocks since late December and produced the Dow's best January in 30 years was showing signs of fatigue. (Photo by Johannes EISELE / AFP)JOHANNES EISELE/AFP/Getty Images
Ontario aquaponic cannabis producer Green Relief eyes stock listing, expansion
Green Relief, a licensed medicinal cannabis grower in Hamilton, uses aquaponics rather then regular hydroponics to cultivate their cannabis, eliminating the use of harmful chemicals or pesticides and overuse of water.
Australia vows to clean up banking industry after landmark misconduct inquiry
Australian Banking Association CEO Anna Bligh speaks at a press conference in response to the release of the Banking Royal Commission findings at Parliament House in Canberra on Feb. 4, 2019.
China’s LNG imports hit record level in January
A liquified natural gas storage tank reflected in a puddle at PetroChina's receiving terminal at Rudong port in Nantong, China, on Sept. 4, 2018.
Growing optimism and Venezuela sanctions sending oil bears back into hibernation
A rainbow is seen over a pumpjack during sunset outside Scheibenhard, near Strasbourg, France, October 6, 2017.
Car bomb kills at least seven in Somalian capital
Morning Update: What Meng’s lawyers are examining; recapping a Super Bowl snoozer
Huawei chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou, who is out on bail and remains under partial house arrest after she was detained Dec. 1 at the behest of American authorities, leaves her home to attend a court appearance regarding her bail conditions, in Vancouver, on Tuesday January 29, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Feb. 4: Netflix’s cultural threat? Plus other letters to the editor
Eight insights for investors and their financial advisors
A financial advisor meets with a couple.
Monday’s TSX breakouts: A Canadian REIT yielding 5.4% with stable distributions paid in U.S. dollars
Jennifer Dowty
Union meets Nissan after it axes plans to build new model in Britain
FILE PHOTO: A Nissan logo is seen at a car dealership in Sunderland, Britain June 29, 2016. REUTERS/Andrew Yates/File Photo
Brothers behind Montreal retailer Hatley thrived by taking on adversity head first
Jeremy Oldland, right, and brother Chris in front of a Hatley store.
Monday’s Insider Report: Chairman is a buyer of this REIT yielding 9.5%
John Doyle’s Super Bowl: I’ve had afternoon naps that were more exciting
John Doyle
The close: Marijuana, energy stocks lead rise in TSX
U.S. oil prices edge up as market eyes tighter supply
A pumpjack is seen at the Sinopec-operated Shengli oil field in Dongying, Shandong province, China on Jan. 12, 2017.
Get ahead of clients’ scary year-end statements
Anonymous hands using digital tablet to surf the net for better deals
Trump’s trade war is now a global tech war
On January 31, 2019, in the Oval Office at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump meets Liu He, China’s vice-premier whose thankless task it has been to lead the Chinese side in the past year’s trade negotiations. Mr. Liu must have been relieved by what the President had to say to reporters. “We never really had a trade deal with China, and now we’re going to have a great trade deal with China,” Mr. Trump declared.
RRSPs vs. upstart TFSAs: The old standby still has its place
Finance blogger Desirae Odjick says the immediate tax benefits and penalties for early withdrawal are 'a potent combo' that make RRSPs great for retirement saving.
Meng explores defence strategy based on U.S. political motives
David Martin, left, attorney for Meng Wanzhou, the chief financial officer of Huawei Technologies, leaves the court during a break in the bail hearing at B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver, on Dec. 7, 2018.
How to recognize the early signs of degenerative cervical myelopathy
Dr. Michael G. Fehlings, senior scientist at Krembil Brain Institute at Toronto Western Hospital, seen above, believes it’s now more important than ever that people recognize the signs of degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM).
What a strong January has meant for stocks the rest of the year. (Hint: You’ll really like this)
Your daily horoscope: February 4
Oil prices pare gains but are supported by shrinking supply, hopes for U.S.-China trade deal
Brent crude was at US$62.54 a barrel, while WTI futures were at US$55.13.
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