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Oct 17, 2019
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Skills shortages a key issue at EMC’s manufacturing conference

EMC's annual conference was designed to provide a roadmap for companies to navigate issues. Skills shortages emerged as a concern


U.K., EU reach tentative Brexit deal; still needs ratification

It's not a done deal yet – British Prime Minister Boris Johnson now must sell the accord to a recalcitrant Parliament


Scheer, Trudeau, Singh haggle over potential minority government outcome

Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau could continue on as prime minister if there is a minority government


Workers celebrate deal with GM, show union power in industry

GM's latest offer to end the monthlong strike included wage increases and lump-sum payments, health insurance, promises of new products for many U.S. factories and a path to full-time work for temporary workers


Employers still face cannabis-related challenges, a year after legalization

Canadian Federation of Independent Business feels the pulse a year after legalization, and offers resources that will help SMEs understand and cope
 
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Why Canada should embrace a coalition-style ‘fellowship of parties’ [INSIGHT]

First-past-the-post isn't going away, so how can we work creatively to bring about democratic renewal? » Read more
 
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‘See you at the polls’: Trump and Pelosi have it out

Trump called in congressional leadership to discuss the situation in Syria. He said she’s a “third-grade” politician. She said he’s having a meltdown. Here's what happened next… » read more
 
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China appeals to Washington for quick end to trade war

Trump delayed a tariff due to take effect Tuesday on US$250 billion of Chinese goods but another increase on $160 billion of imports still is scheduled for Dec. 15. » read more

‘Sky didn’t fall:’ Police, lawyers still adjusting after pot legalization

Organized crime's market share and youth consumption have not yet fallen, and tools to detect stoned drivers are still lacking. » read more