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August 23, 2019
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China announces tariff hike on $75B of U.S. products

The hike is in addition to import duties on U.S.-made autos and auto parts. Conflict over trade and technology could tip the global economy into recession


U.S. secretary of state takes aim at China over diplomatic feud with Canada

China responds that the fate of the two Canadians, and the increasing difficulties in China-Canada relations, is Canada's fault and is linked to Meng's detention


Ontario plastic parts manufacturer scales up with automation

A facility expansion at Global Plas will help the manufacturer scale up and add jobs to southern Ontario’s automotive parts supply chain


Fear mounting that changes to drug pricing in Canada could stifle innovation

Critics say the changes will drive the list prices down to the point where drug companies will not bring new, game-changing medicines to Canada
 
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Quebec has accepted 40 per cent fewer skilled workers in first half of 2019

The number of immigrants to Quebec in the economic category fell by 32% compared with the same period last year » Read more
 
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Demolition of the former Nanticoke coal generating station: video

Construction of the Nanticoke Generating Station lasted over a decade. The blast levels the facility in less than a minute » read more
 
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As global economic picture dims, solutions seem out of reach

Partly reflects US President Donald Trump's combative trade conflicts with China and other countries. » read more

Canada halts Hong Kong consulate staff travel after UK case

Didn't say whether the travel restriction on local staff was related to the detention of the British Consulate employee. » read more