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Canada, Germany working on diversifying trade in face of U.S. threats

Canada, Germany working on diversifying trade in face of U.S. threats

OTTAWA — Canadian companies and diplomats are working with their European colleagues to find ways to diversify trade as the U.S. threatens to impose steep tariffs.
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Polls suggest a close race as federal election approaches

Polls suggest a close race as federal election approaches

OTTAWA — Multiple polls now suggest the next federal election — which could begin in a matter of weeks — will be a tight race.
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Investigation involving Vancouver mayor focused on alleged police misconduct

Investigation involving Vancouver mayor focused on alleged police misconduct

Police watchdog-ordered probe was for 'purported traffic stop' of Ken Sim, not alleged impaired driving
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S&P/TSX composite up more than 200 points, U.S. stock markets also push higher

S&P/TSX composite up more than 200 points, U.S. stock markets also push higher

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index was up more than 200 points in late-morning trading, boosted by strength in the technology and base metal sectors, while U.S. stock markets also pushed higher. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 208.
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Rob Shaw: BC Conservatives learn how not to handle a Trump controversy

Rob Shaw: BC Conservatives learn how not to handle a Trump controversy

Opposition party's first free vote a masterclass in losing control of a political narrative
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White House says tariffs moving forward but there's still room for negotiation

White House says tariffs moving forward but there's still room for negotiation

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to hit Canada and Mexico with devastating duties is set to take effect next week — but a White House official confirmed on background that the tariff plans could change through negotiations.
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Asset owners call on Canadian banks to stick with climate goals

Asset owners call on Canadian banks to stick with climate goals

TORONTO — Canadian asset owners representing about $53 billion in holdings say they're disappointed that Canada's financial institutions have left net-zero emissions initiatives and are calling for them to follow through on climate commitments.
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Bryan Yu: B.C. homebuyers gain leverage as listings rise and prices dip

Bryan Yu: B.C. homebuyers gain leverage as listings rise and prices dip

Metro Vancouver home prices see sharpest monthly drop in nearly two years, pointing to shifting market dynamics
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Stock market today: Wall Street drifts higher after a 4-day losing streak knocked it off its record

Stock market today: Wall Street drifts higher after a 4-day losing streak knocked it off its record

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stock indexes are drifting higher Wednesday after a four-day losing streak knocked Wall Street off its all-time high and threw some of its brightest stars into reverse. The S&P 500 was up 0.2% in early trading.
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Safety gaps exposed after child’s injury at B.C. waterpark

Safety gaps exposed after child’s injury at B.C. waterpark

Technical Safety BC investigation leads to findings but no fines against Bridal Falls Waterpark
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