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Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Trump inauguration U.S. president-elect Donald Trump will be sworn into office on Monday. He has threatened to impose 25 per cent tariffs on goods headed to the U.
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Canadian business leaders wait for news on tariff threats ahead of Trump inauguration

Canadian business leaders wait for news on tariff threats ahead of Trump inauguration

TORONTO — Canadian business leaders are waiting anxiously to find out whether the sweeping tariffs threatened by incoming U.S. president Donald Trump will become a reality.
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B.C. premier should work with U.S., not ramp up trade threats: Opposition leader

B.C. premier should work with U.S., not ramp up trade threats: Opposition leader

The provincial government has estimated that the tariffs and a similar response from Canada would cumulatively cost B.C. $69 billion in lost GDP if the trade war lasts the entire four years of the Trump presidency.
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Vancouver restaurant fined $3K for booze service after hours

Vancouver restaurant fined $3K for booze service after hours

Liquor inspectors saw booze on a table after hours at Heaven Bar & Grill in city’s Granville Street entertainment district
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B.C. lawyer who stole client's ICBC settlement money disbarred second time

B.C. lawyer who stole client's ICBC settlement money disbarred second time

Former personal injury lawyer Rene Joan Gantzert was disbarred a second time after two more findings of professional misconduct
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Opinion: B.C. clean economy growth can help us face an uncertain future

Opinion: B.C. clean economy growth can help us face an uncertain future

From critical minerals to renewable power, B.C. is poised for growth
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Will B.C. fare better than other provinces in potential U.S. trade war?

Will B.C. fare better than other provinces in potential U.S. trade war?

British Columbia less reliant on U.S. for exports but ripple effect from more affected provinces just as damming, says business group
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Chrystia Freeland, Mark Carney emerge as top contenders in Liberal leadership race

Chrystia Freeland, Mark Carney emerge as top contenders in Liberal leadership race

The former finance minister's official campaign launch is set for Sunday in Toronto but Chrystia Freeland used social media Friday to make clear her intention to join the race.
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Liberal leadership race: A look at the potential candidates

Liberal leadership race: A look at the potential candidates

OTTAWA — The federal Liberals are running their first leadership race in more than a decade to replace the departing Justin Trudeau. Candidates must declare by Jan. 23 and pay a $350,000 fee to enter the race. The winner will be named on March 9.
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S&P/TSX composite up more than 200 points, U.S. markets rally ahead of inauguration

S&P/TSX composite up more than 200 points, U.S. markets rally ahead of inauguration

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index gained more than 200 points Friday, led by strength in utilities and base metals, while U.S. stock markets saw a steady rally on the last trading day before Donald Trump is inaugurated as president.
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