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Federal Court rules 2022 elver quota transfer to First Nations fair and reasonable

Federal Court rules 2022 elver quota transfer to First Nations fair and reasonable

HALIFAX — The Federal Court has affirmed Ottawa’s move in 2022 to transfer part of the lucrative elver fishery quota in the Maritimes to First Nations fishers. In a written decision dated Aug.
Calgary man convicted in hit-and-run death of police officer to be sentenced Sept 27

Calgary man convicted in hit-and-run death of police officer to be sentenced Sept 27

CALGARY — A young man convicted of manslaughter in the hit-and-run death of a Calgary police officer is to learn his fate Sept. 27. Sgt. Andrew Harnett died after being dragged by an SUV, then falling into the path of an oncoming car on Dec.
CF Montreal set to meet familiar faces against visiting Columbus Crew

CF Montreal set to meet familiar faces against visiting Columbus Crew

MONTREAL — CF Montreal will run into some familiar faces when Columbus Crew pays a visit to Stade Saputo on Saturday. Former head coach Wilfried Nancy and centre back Rudy Camacho will be returning for the first time since their departures.
Denis LePage, co-founder of Montreal disco powerhouse duo Lime, dies at 74

Denis LePage, co-founder of Montreal disco powerhouse duo Lime, dies at 74

TORONTO — Disco producer Denis LePage had a knack for drawing revellers to the dance floor, and in the heart of Montreal’s pumping 1980s nightlife, the musician's hitmaking skills were unmistakable.
Quebec short-term rental law in effect, with big fines for uncertified listings

Quebec short-term rental law in effect, with big fines for uncertified listings

MONTREAL — Quebec's new tourist accommodation law is now in effect, with hefty fines of up to $100,000 for short-term rental platforms listing properties without a proper government certificate.
Competition Bureau approves RBC's proposed takeover of HSBC Canada

Competition Bureau approves RBC's proposed takeover of HSBC Canada

GATINEAU, Que. — The Competition Bureau has cleared RBC's proposed $13.5-billion takeover of HSBC Bank Canada despite concerns about concentration in Canada's financial sector.
Review finds at least 120 CRA employees claimed COVID benefits while employed

Review finds at least 120 CRA employees claimed COVID benefits while employed

OTTAWA — The Canada Revenue Agency says 120 people have been fired for claiming a federal COVID-19 benefit while employed there.
Economists see Bank of Canada holding on rates after surprise GDP contraction

Economists see Bank of Canada holding on rates after surprise GDP contraction

OTTAWA — Economists say the latest GDP data from Statistics Canada showing a contraction in the economy suggests the Bank of Canada's rate hiking campaign may be coming to an end.
Restaurant Brands International receives approval for share buyback plan

Restaurant Brands International receives approval for share buyback plan

TORONTO — Restaurant Brands International Inc. has received approval from its board of directors to allow it to repurchase up to US$1 billion of its common shares over the next two years. Through the approval, which last until Sept.
CWB Financial Group reports third quarter profit up from a year ago

CWB Financial Group reports third quarter profit up from a year ago

EDMONTON — CWB Financial Group reported its third-quarter profit rose compared with a year ago. The Edmonton-based bank says its common shareholders' net income totalled $83.1 million for the quarter ended July 31, up from $70 million a year earlier.