Author: calgaryjournal.com

UN sees India outperforming peers in 2026, with growth driven by consumption and infrastructure spending despite global economic uncertainty.

The global economy is operating near stagnation with restrained growth, weak trade flows and limited investment according to the latest UN outlook.

The steady rise in US unemployment claims highlights a labour market losing resilience as employers adjust staffing amid slower economic growth.

Canada and Quebec signed a funding agreement to implement the Assault Style Firearms Compensation Program as Ottawa prepares to expand participation to individual firearm owners.

Canada confirmed Prime Minister Mark Carney will visit China in January for high-level meetings focused on trade, agriculture, energy and international issues.

Ontario launches 2026 reforms introducing pay transparency, tougher road safety laws, and new recycling and housing standards.

IRCC data shows Canada recorded 153,820 fewer student arrivals in 2025 after policy changes on study permits and financial eligibility rules.

Starting in 2026, Ontario employers must include salary ranges, reveal AI hiring use, and notify interviewed applicants under updated employment laws.

Canada reports an $18.4B federal deficit for April–October 2025, reflecting higher revenues and increased government spending.

British Columbia faces peak flooding across Fraser Valley with emergency crews reinforcing dikes and conducting safety checks amid high water levels.