Monthly Archives: March 2026

Canada’s population shrank last year — a first for the country, StatsCan says

Canada’s population dropped last year, marking the first time the country has seen an annual net decline in residents since Confederation.

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Science has an Epstein problem. Women in paleontology say it’s a symptom of a deeper misogyny

The names of hundreds of scientists have appeared in the Epstein files, including prominent dinosaur researchers. As the paleontology community reckons with the fallout of these revelations, women in the field say it’s bringing to the forefront what they’ve known … Continue reading →

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Diesel prices surge to highest since 2022, raising concern for shipping, consumer costs

The ongoing U.S.-Iran war is causing diesel prices to spike across the country, climbing nearly 30 per cent since the beginning of March. In some parts of Quebec, a litre of diesel is selling for almost $2.50.

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Bank of Canada holds key interest rate at 2.25%

The Bank of Canada held its key interest rate at 2.25 per cent on Wednesday.

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Lululemon’s net income down as brand promises product shakeup

Interim co-chief executive and chief financial officer Meghan Frank said Tuesday that the apparel retailer plans to shake up its product assortment with fewer logos, a “more focused and co-ordinated” colour palette and a “more edited” assortment of small accessories.

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As gas prices rise, ride-hail drivers feel especially pinched at the pump

Gas prices worldwide have soared since the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran, and the widening war has pinched tanker traffic in the crucially-important Strait of Hormuz shipping route. Ride-hail drivers, many of whom are on the road for … Continue reading →

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Electricity demand, natural gas production and renewable power expected to soar by 2050

Electricity demand is set to boom in Canada by 2050, according to new modelling from the national energy regulator released on Tuesday.

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Thinking of moving to a more ‘affordable’ part of the country? Consider this

From affordable housing in Alberta to high taxes in Quebec, there are many widely accepted claims about the cost of living in different parts of the country. But are these preconceptions accurate?

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U.S. government confirms Tesla and LG Energy Solution large battery deal

LG also owns and operates NextStar, a similar battery cell factory in Windsor, Ont.

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Canada’s benchmark home price fell 4.8% in February compared to last year, says CREA

National homes sales edged down in February from the previous month, and the benchmark price of a home fell by 4.8 per cent compared to the same time last year, according to data from the Canadian Real Estate Association.

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