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HALIFAX — A report published Thursday says the rising costs of shelter and food in Nova Scotia have contributed to a large jump over the last year in what’s considered a living wage in the province.

LAVAL, Que. — Canada appeared to be a “bright spot” for Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. in its latest quarter as the convenience store giant battles a slew of pressures.

TORONTO — One Bay Street economist says it's unlikely the housing market will flare up, despite the Bank of Canada's decision to keep its key interest rate on hold on Wednesday.

TORONTO — A year after he took on the top job, Indigo Books & Music Inc.'s chief executive is moving on.

CALGARY — Canadian pipeline giant Enbridge Inc. and U.S.-based food waste management company Divert Inc.

MONTREAL — Via Rail is increasing service in Ontario, returning the passenger railway to levels not seen since before the COVID-19 pandemic.

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MONTREAL — BRP Inc. enjoyed a 42 per cent year-over-year jump in profits last quarter on the back of higher snowmobile and side-by-side vehicle sales — possible in part due to a smoother supply chain.

TORONTO — From a cyberattack that downed its website for weeks to board unrest and the departure of its famed founder, Indigo Books & Music Inc. has faced plenty of turmoil in recent years.

MONTREAL — The Quebec Professional Association of Real Estate Brokers says home sales in Montreal rose four per cent in August compared with the same month last year.