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Calfrac makes changes to recapitalization plan in an effort to woo shareholders

Calfrac makes changes to recapitalization plan in an effort to woo shareholders

CALGARY — Shares in Calfrac Well Services Ltd. rose on Friday after the company sweetened its recapitalization offer with cash for shareholders while it tries to fend off a rival American firm's takeover bid.
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Retailers reinventing brick-and-mortar stores to lure back wary shoppers

Retailers reinventing brick-and-mortar stores to lure back wary shoppers

HALIFAX — A sparkly jewelry store with interactive displays. An upscale parka retailer with a walk-in freezer. A cosmetics store with virtual makeup to try on.
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TMX signs deal to acquire AST Investor Services (Canada) for $165 million

TMX signs deal to acquire AST Investor Services (Canada) for $165 million

TORONTO — TMX Group Ltd. has signed a deal to acquire AST Investor Services Inc. (Canada) for $165 million.
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Thailand sues Facebook, Twitter for allowing banned material

Thailand sues Facebook, Twitter for allowing banned material

BANGKOK — Thailand’s government lodged complaints with police Thursday against Facebook and Twitter, alleging they failed to comply with court orders to block content judged illegal under Thai law.
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Clarification: US-California-Gas Vehicles story

Clarification: US-California-Gas Vehicles story

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — In a story published September 23, 2020, The Associated Press reported California is home to 34 electric vehicle manufacturers.
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Transcontinental to close Winnipeg printing plant in January, affecting 110 employees

Transcontinental to close Winnipeg printing plant in January, affecting 110 employees

MONTREAL — TC Transcontinental says it will close its printing activities in Winnipeg early next year in a move that will result in the permanent layoff of 110 employees.
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Justice Dept. expected to file antitrust action vs. Google

Justice Dept. expected to file antitrust action vs. Google

WASHINGTON — The Justice Department is expected to bring an antitrust action against Google in coming weeks, focusing on its dominance in online search and whether it was used to stifle competition and hurt consumers, a person familiar with the matte
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Ottawa's plan to rein in tech giants missing key pieces, say experts

Ottawa's plan to rein in tech giants missing key pieces, say experts

TORONTO — The Liberal government unveiled a plan to rein in tech giants in its throne speech this week, but experts say there is much more that should be included.
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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 Thursday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (15,912.26, up 95.15 points.) Just Energy Group Inc. (TSX:JE). Energy. Up 39.5 cents, or 114.49 per cent, to 74 cents on 49.
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S&P/TSX composite index rises on the back of higher commodities continued volatility

S&P/TSX composite index rises on the back of higher commodities continued volatility

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index lost its early mojo but still closed higher Thursday as volatility continued to grip markets. Markets lost some of their early momentum but turned higher by the end of trading.
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