Amazon.com Inc. has set a new record for the largest Canadian dollar-denominated corporate bond offering in history, issuing $14-billion in “maple bonds.” This massive deal, which eclipsed the $8.5-billion record set by Alphabet Inc. just weeks earlier, highlights a surging trend of global technology giants tapping into Canadian capital markets to fund their expanding artificial … Read more
BMO Field, currently rebranded as Toronto Stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has evolved from a $63-million project into a premier international venue following over $300-million in total investments. According to reports from The Globe and Mail, the stadium now features a 44,000-seat capacity, achieved through $146-million in recent upgrades designed to meet FIFA … Read more
President Donald Trump’s administration has announced new import duties of 10% to 12.5% on dozens of countries, citing concerns over forced labor in global supply chains. According to the U.S. Trade Department, this policy move targets 60 trading partners—including Canada, the UK, and the EU—that account for nearly all U.S. imports. The administration aims to … Read more
Nearly one in 10 mortgage holders in the Toronto area may face significant hurdles refinancing or renewing their loans in 2027 if home prices remain at current depressed levels. According to a Bank of Canada financial stability report released in May 2026, these borrowers risk falling behind on payments as they lose the ability to … Read more
A multibillion-euro luxury tourism development linked to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump is sparking intense local resistance in Albania. The project, which targets the Narta Lagoon and the uninhabited island of Sazan, faces mounting scrutiny from environmental activists and local protest groups concerned about the preservation of biodiversity in a region formerly isolated during the … Read more
TSX Momentum: Decoding the Record-Breaking Performance The Canadian equity market is hitting its stride. As of the close of May 2026, the S&P/TSX Composite Index has reached record-high territory, posting a robust 2.37 per cent gain for the month. With a year-to-date climb of 9.64 per cent, investors are watching closely to see if this … Read more
Iran’s supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has initiated a direct diplomatic counteroffensive against the United States, aiming to rally Middle Eastern nations into an anti-American alliance. This move follows recent efforts by President Donald Trump to expand the 2020 Abraham Accords. The geopolitical tension intensified after President Trump engaged in discussions with leaders from Saudi Arabia, … Read more
The community of Hilton is reeling this Friday evening following a double murder in the Knoll area. The incident, which involved the fatal shooting of two individuals, has prompted a significant emergency services and police response to secure the location. Emergency Response and Investigation Midlands EMS Howick crews were dispatched to the scene immediately following … Read more
The United Conservative Party (UCP) has announced it will maintain a position of neutrality regarding the upcoming October 19 referendum on Alberta’s secession. While Premier Danielle Smith continues to campaign for a “sovereign Alberta within a united Canada,” UCP President Rob Smith indicated that a majority of party members may vote against remaining in Canada. … Read more
The family of three sisters found dead off the coast of Brighton earlier this month is mourning a devastating loss that mirrors a tragedy from their own past. Jane Adetoro, 36, Christina Walters, 32 and Rebecca Walters, 31, were recovered from the water near Madeira Drive, leaving behind an inconsolable family and a grieving father. … Read more