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Globalization: Survival of the Phoniest
Never has there been more blatant self-interest cloaked in the phony pretext of outreach or do-goodery. Nowadays, a country is expected to appear both broke and overtly generous
Obama, Harper Stay Apart on Pipeline Issue, Ink Other Agreements
The visiting Canadian leader and the American president remained noncommittal on a controversial oil pipeline linking the two countries but signed a border deal
United States and Europe Threaten Their Own Energy Independence
Decisions by Europe and America in the past month have pushed away Canada and its oil overtures under the guise of environmentalism -- which is turning out to be the new protectionism. And for what? So America and Europe can explore more 'green-friendly' petroleum deals with unstable Middle Eastern and African regimes?
100-Year-Old Man Finishes Marathon
Fauja Singh set a record by becoming the oldest runner to finish a marathon at the Toronto Waterfront Marathon. Singh is 100 years old, which puts his last place finish in perspective
Russia's Arctic Embrace: Cold War Reloaded
Welcome, world, to 'Cold War Reloaded: The Arctic Frontier.' Time to pull the pin out of the top of that dusty globe you have on your desk and have a look at the battle line of the future -- rife with oil and high-value raw minerals
Charest Reshuffles Cabinet After Quebec Deputy Premier Quits
Quebec Premier Jean Charest reshuffled his cabinet, a day after Deputy Premier Nathalie Normandeau unexpectedly resigned
City of Vancouver Not Happy with NHL Stance Regarding Post-Game Riots
The city of Vancouver wants the NHL to take a more hands-on approach to help prevent riots after Stanley Cup games. A pair of reports on the most recent riot in Vancouver recommend the league become a partner with host cities, teams and business groups to create an exciting but safe environment for fans
Canadian Health System Fails Elderly and Chronically Ill
Canadians are in search of a better and expanded public health system that would cure ailments faster and cover more medical services
Canada to Issue New $50 And $100 Plastic Bills In November
The Bank of Canada will issue, in November, new $50 and $100 bills made of polymers. The bank notes would be smooth as plastic and have a see-through window to prevent counterfeiting. The bills will be phased in over several years and is expected to last 2.5 to 4 times longer than the current cotton banknotes in circulation
Quebec Set to Get $2.2 Billion for Harmonized Sales Tax Implementation
After waiting for almost 20 years, Quebec received $2.2 billion from the Canadian federal government for implementing the harmonized sales tax in 1992
Budget Officer Urges Cooperation Against Rising Canadian Debt Problem
Parliamentary Budget Officer Kevin Page, alarmed by the growing debt of federal and provincial governments, is urging Ottawa and the provinces to cooperate in addressing the fiscal problem
Michael Ferguson Will Be New Canadian Auditor General
Former New Brunswick Auditor General Michael Ferguson will be named the new federal auditor general
Rebuilding Ottawa Senators Look to Bounce Back From Poor Season
The Ottawa Senators are rebuilding after a monumental collapse from fifth to 13th in the Eastern Conference during the 2010-11 season that forced them to trade away their veterans and start over
If the Winnipeg Jets are going to have a strong season they are going to need good goaltending. Chris Mason believes they have the netminders in place to get it. Last season Ondrej Pavelec and Mason showed flashes but overall their performances are the reason questions abound
Canada Seeks Stronger Trade Ties With Brazil
Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff announced on Monday the creation of a chief executive forum as part of the two countries' plan to strengthen their trade ties
Harper Reopens Free Trade Agreement With Costa Rica
Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper met with Costa Rican President Laura Chinchilla to reopen a free trade agreement between the two nations
Quebec Withdraws Bid to Host 2022 Winter Olympics
Quebec City announced that it would no longer bid to host the 2022 Winter Olympic Games
Calgary Flames Hope to Start New Season Like They Ended Last One: Hot
The Calgary Flames waited a little too long to start playing to their potential last season. It's a fact they are well aware of and determined not to repeat as they prepare for the 2011-12 campaign. Looking for a return to the playoffs, Calgary knows the key will be playing good hockey early in the season
Top Leafs Prospect Jake Gardiner Has Learned Defense Quickly
In just four years as a full-fledged defenseman, Toronto Maple Leafs top prospect Jake Gardiner has blossomed into a versatile skater and appears ready to take his game to the next level
Veteran Forward Owen Nolan Looking for One More Shot with Canucks
Owen Nolan is looking for one last shot at playing in the NHL and the Vancouver Canucks are going to see what they can get out of the veteran forward. The 39-year-old Nolan has played in 1,200 games over 19 seasons, tallying 422 goals to go along with 463 assists
BC Estimates $2.3 Billion Cost To Revert To Provincial Sales Tax
British Columbia residents would have to tighten their belts for the next three years following their decision to scrap the harmonized sales tax in the province. BC Finance Minister Kevin Falcon said that the Canadian province's return to the provincial sales tax would cost the government $2.3 billion by fiscal year 2013-14
Death of Layton Poses Challenge for NDP Interim Leader
The sudden departure of New Democratic Party leader Jack Layton from his earthly life and Canadian politics may leave the party in shambles, just months after it became the official opposition party
Harper To Make 2nd China Trip In November
Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper will visit China for the second time in November. The trip is expected to boost further Ottawa's trade and politic ties with Beijing
The Slow Decline of North America
Almost two decades after the 1994 free-trade agreement among the United States, Mexico and Canada, the idea of North American integration is losing steam. China has overtaken Mexico as the second-largest U.S. trading partner, and trade between the three North American countries is diminishing as a percentage of their total trade
Toronto mayor slams 'irrelevant' council after transit loss
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford calls his council's tumultuous debate on the future of the city's transit "irrelevant" after it deals him a major defeat on his plans for transit.
Canada and China set stage for free trade talks
Prime Minister Stephen Harper's trade mission to China is beating expectations and may be setting the stage for free trade talks between the two countries.
Freezing forecast for GTA
The GTA will get another bout of freezing temperatures this weekend. The forecast is for snow, a cold snap and high winds. 
Leafs likely in 2013 Winter Classic: source
A person familiar with the NHL's plan says the Detroit Red Wings will play the Toronto Maple Leafs in the 2013 Winter Classic.
Deadly Ontario crash caused by van driver's error
The driver of a van involved in a crash that killed 11 people in southwestern Ontario on Monday failed to obey a stop sign and was not licensed to carry his passengers, police say.
Dominican court again delays beating-death verdict
A verdict expected Wednesday in the beating death of a Barrie, Ont., teen vacationing in the Dominican Republic is delayed until March 12.
Part-time city workers face pay cuts
A number of part-time workers for the City of Toronto are fuming after learning an arbitrator has recommended cutting their hourly wage.
Russell Williams divorce pub ban lifted
Key elements of a sweeping publication ban have been lifted on divorce proceedings between convicted sex killer Russell Williams and his estranged wife.
Toronto leads urban population growth
The new census data shows Toronto's population has grown by nearly six per cent since 2006.
Teens discuss immigrant challenges
In Part 3 of CBC Toronto's series Great Expectations about the challenges facing immigrants in York Region, reporter Marivel Taruc talks to a group of Markham, Ont., teens about the pressures and perks of being part of an immigrant family.
Schools overcrowded in Willowdale's 'vertical boom'
Schools in Toronto's Willowdale neighbourhood are overcrowded thanks to a so-called vertical boom that leaves hundreds of children living in condos unable to attend the school closest to them.
Canadian airlines race to launch 'all-in' fares
Air Canada and Porter Airlines have begun advertising all-inclusive airfares that include taxes, fees and surcharges months before Ottawa drafts legislation making the practice mandatory. 
Urban Canadians embracing condo craze
New figures contained in the 2011 census show the number of Canadians living in condos has nearly quadrupled in five years. 
Woman hit by bus, rushed to hospital
A woman in her 30s has been struck by a bus near Weston Road and Finch Avenue.
Toronto council backs $150 fines for blocking traffic, bikes
Toronto city council has approved a plan to increase the fine for blocking traffic during rush hour, or a bicycle lane at any time, from $60 to $150.
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Greece reaches tentative austerity deal
Greece has reached a tentative agreement on new austerity cuts demanded by creditors to release a second bailout, hours before a crucial meeting of finance ministers in Brussels.
Report on Keystone XL permit due in Congress today
The U.S. State Department's Office of the Inspector General will present Congress with its review of the $7-billion Keystone XL pipeline project Thursday, CBC News has learned.
New home prices rose 2.5% last year: Stats Can
The price of a new home in Canada rose by 2.5 per cent last year, led by big jumps in Toronto and Oshawa, Ont., according to Statistics Canada.
Manulife CFO leaves; company loses $69M in Q4
Manulife Financial Corp. booked a loss of $69 million in the fourth quarter as it took a charge of $665 million related to low interest rates.
Chevron to drill third Orphan Basin well
Oil company Chevron will drill a third well at the Orphan Basin off the east coast of Newfoundland, despite its lack of success there so far.
Gadhafi Mexico plot riles SNC-Lavalin, insiders say
Insiders at Canadian engineering firm SNC-Lavalin say the company is in turmoil over its involvement with Cyndy Vanier, a hired consultant now facing serious charges in Mexico.
6 personal finance tips for new Canadians
Besides the challenge of settling into a new home and culture, immigrants to Canada face a host of issues when it comes to getting their financial lives in order and planning for retirement.
In business, breaking up is hard to do
Partnerships are often a key ingredient to success in business. But when things turn bad, they ruin friendships as well as finances
RBC, TD end 2.99% mortgage deals early
Canada's two biggest banks have discontinued their record-low mortgage offers early, after briefly offering rates of below three per cent.
WestJet employees approve regional airline
WestJet employees have voted overwhelmingly to endorse the company's plans to launch a regional subsidiary starting in 2013.
OSC probe links Goldcorp chair, insider trading
The Ontario Securities Commission has launched an insider trading probe involving a former employee of venerable Canadian investment bank GMP Securities.
Old Age Security sustainable, says budget watchdog
Parliamentary Budget Officer Kevin Page says the cost of elderly benefit programs are affordable in the long term and won't affect Canada's fiscal sustainability.
Canadian airlines race to launch 'all-in' fares
Air Canada and Porter Airlines have begun advertising all-inclusive airfares that include taxes, fees and surcharges months before Ottawa drafts legislation making the practice mandatory.
CP CEO Green responds to dissident shareholder
Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd.'s chief executive officer is firing back at the shareholder seeking to oust him, telling employees Wednesday the 2008 acquisition of the DM&E railroad was the right move.
China's minimum wages to increase
The Chinese cabinet is promising to raise minimum wages by 13 per cent a year until 2015, as the country's leaders face growing pressure to spread the country's prosperity more widely.
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