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January 30, 2019
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Mexico, Iraq expected to fill Venezuelan oil gap ahead of Canada, analysts say

Canada's lack of export pipeline capacity an issue


For U.S.-China trade talks, hopes are high, expectations low

Analysts are skeptical talks between the U.S. and China will result in a resolution this week. A U.S. deadline to escalate tariffs looms


Canada has one month to decide whether to hold an extradition hearing for Meng

The United States has issued a formal extradition request for Huawei's CFO


CN Rail boosts dividend 18 per cent as it forecasts strong performance in 2019

Burgeoning shipments of oil, coal and grain contributed to the growth. CN expects "significant growth'' in coal revenues this year
 
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Concern heightened among Canadian manufacturers over U.S. protectionism [PLANT]

Outlook 2019 study shows they’re expecting business to be good, but confidence has tumbled since last year » Learn More

Digital transformation is achievable for all manufacturers

A ‘DX’ strategy unlocks real value today and transforms your business for future success » Learn More

How businesses can determine if design thinking is right for them

Design thinking has been adopted by manufacturers, governments, tech companies and health-care organizations to varying degrees of success » Learn More

Use your money wisely: Part 2

This is Part 2 of a two-part series featuring the most common and most interesting leasing/financing questions » Learn More
 
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With a new NAFTA on paper, let’s take a second to recognize Ontario’s manufacturers

While governments should not pick winners and losers in business, encouraging the strengths of a core industry is part of managing a strong economy » read more

Breaking out of the Canadian bubble: why exporting is a critical strategy

Opportunities for rapid growth are plentiful for Canadian businesses, but most of them lie beyond our shores » read more

Tariffs: What they mean for your pricing strategy

While there is great uncertainty at this stage as to what, how large, and where tariffs will be imposed, one thing is certain: price adjustments will likely result » read more
 
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Science Says: Get used to polar vortex outbreaks

These bone-chilling cold snaps are thanks to warm air in the Arctic » read more

Schneider Electric launches sustainability contest

Go Green in the City challenges students to find innovative solutions for smarter, more energy-efficient and sustainable cities » read more
 
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Bombardier resumes rail car deliveries to NYC after problems

Deliveries suspended, citing software issues and past problems with springs between the cars and doors weeping oil. » read more

Mexican border strikers win agreements at 27 of 45 plants

Factories make auto parts, medical equipment, plastics and other goods; more than 33% of the city's 130 border plants affected. » read more

Federal spending dangerously near record Canadian levels

Increasing the size and role of government comes with larger deficits, mounting debt and/or tax increases. » read more