Canada's annual inflation rate jumped to 3.4 per cent in December, according to data released by Statistics Canada on Tuesday.That's after both October and November saw inflation hold steady at 3.1 per cent compared to last year.StatsCan said that the price of gasoline, air travel, passenger vehicles and rent...
If you've been trying to save money on your grocery bill by waiting until food is marked down to 50 per cent, get ready for some sticker shock on your next visit to a Loblaw-owned grocery store.According to an email from Loblaw Companies Ltd. reviewed by...
If you've been trying to save money on your grocery bill by waiting until food is marked down to 50 per cent, get ready for some sticker shock on your next visit to a Loblaw-owned grocery store.According to an email from Loblaw Companies Ltd. reviewed by...
A Bank of Canada survey finds Canadians are increasingly cutting back on spending while mortgage holders remain confident they can keep up with higher payments when their loans renew.The central bank released its fourth-quarter consumer expectations and business outlook surveys Monday, revealing how Canadians are...
Canada's housing market is seeing some of the lowest annual sales volumes in more than a decade, according to the latest statistics from the Canadian Real Estate Association, even though December saw a jump in sales compared to the month before.In a statement, CREA noted...
The Stanley Quencher, pictured for sale on the company's website, is an insulated stainless steel travel mug that's become extremely popular on social media and among consumers. A dramatic rise in the company's revenue is being attributed in part to the tumbler. (Stanley)The Stanley cup...
Prominent artificial intelligence company OpenAI has launched a new way for developers to sell and distribute their own, custom versions of AI software through an online store, with industry participants and watchdogs saying it could change how businesses and consumers use the technology.The GPT Store will include personalized...
WestJet says it is facing "significant operational impacts" due to the extremely cold weather in the Prairies and parts of B.C.Saturday morning, temperatures rendered de-icing fluid ineffective in Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, Regina, Kelowna, Kamloops, Fort McMurray, Prince George, Grande Prairie, Yellowknife and Fort St. John,...
Quebec business owners have about a year and a half to ensure all signs on businesses, aside from the company name, must be predominately in French. Also, loopholes are being closed to ensure all products sold in Quebec have descriptions in the province's official language."Most of the...
This First Person column is the experience of Grace Stelmachowicz, who lives in Squamish, B.C. For more information about CBC's First Person stories, please see the FAQ.Growing up, I was taught that there is a clear pathway to success: go to university, get a job...