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Suncor breaks oilsands record, but adjusted earnings fall on weaker oil prices

Suncor breaks oilsands record, but adjusted earnings fall on weaker oil prices

CALGARY — Suncor Energy Inc. says it earned $2.82 billion in the fourth quarter of 2023, up from $2.74 billion in the same period of 2022. The Calgary-based oil company says its net earnings for the three months ended Dec. 31 work out to $2.
No cuts to people or services, but B.C. budget deficit to rise, finance minister says

No cuts to people or services, but B.C. budget deficit to rise, finance minister says

VICTORIA — British Columbia Finance Minister Katrine Conroy says the province should prepare for a fiscal deficit in the upcoming budget — but there won't be cuts that result in a "deficit of services".
First Quantum launches US$1B bought deal as Panama closure pushes miner to the brink

First Quantum launches US$1B bought deal as Panama closure pushes miner to the brink

TORONTO — First Quantum Minerals Ltd.
Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

TORONTO — Some of the most active companies traded Wednesday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (21,172.38, up 45.15 points): Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC). Finance. Down 58 cents, or 1.76 per cent, to $32.41 on 10.
Nvidia's 4Q revenue, profit soar thanks to demand for its chips used for artificial intelligence

Nvidia's 4Q revenue, profit soar thanks to demand for its chips used for artificial intelligence

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Nvidia Corp.
TSX falls Wednesday, Dow and S&P 500 erase losses ahead of Nvidia earnings

TSX falls Wednesday, Dow and S&P 500 erase losses ahead of Nvidia earnings

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index moved lower Wednesday, as weakness in financial and tech stocks helped outweigh strength in energy, while U.S.
N.L. hastily approved ride-hailing application from man accused of sex crime

N.L. hastily approved ride-hailing application from man accused of sex crime

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — An application submitted by a man accused of sexual assault to provide Newfoundland and Labrador's first ride-hailing operation was approved in just one day, according to emails obtained through access to information legislation.
Canadians' grocery shopping habits increasingly driven by discounts and deals: report

Canadians' grocery shopping habits increasingly driven by discounts and deals: report

HALIFAX — Almost two-thirds of Canadians say they have switched their primary grocery store in the past year to score better deals.
Boeing ousts head of 737 jetliner program weeks after panel blowout on a flight over Oregon

Boeing ousts head of 737 jetliner program weeks after panel blowout on a flight over Oregon

SEATTLE (AP) — Boeing said Wednesday that the head of its 737 program is leaving the company in an executive shake-up weeks after a door panel blew out on a flight over Oregon, renewing questions about safety at the company.
Dollarama proposes $2.5M settlement in class action over products with eco fees

Dollarama proposes $2.5M settlement in class action over products with eco fees

MONTREAL — Dollarama Inc. customers who purchased products with an "eco fee" in the last few years may be eligible to receive a gift card from the retailer under a $2.5 million proposed settlement stemming from a class-action lawsuit.