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Solid Biosciences cleared to begin phase I studies of SGT-501 in US and Canada
Cardiovascular Solid Biosciences Inc. has announced approvals of its IND application and CTA by the U.S. FDA and Health Canada, respectively, for SGT-501, a novel gene therapy approach for the treatment of catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular...

IRCC Issues Another 3,000 ITAs in Canadian Experience Class Draw
Canada has conducted a new Express Entry draw, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) on July 8, 2025. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 518, a drop of three points...

WildBrain Studios’ Animation Workers Sign Agreement with the Canadian Animation Guild
Animation workers at WildBrain have voted overwhelmingly to ratify their collective agreement with IATSE Local 938, The Canadian Animation Guild. After over a year of bargaining, these workers will join their peers at Titmouse Vancouver who...
Team Canada wins gold at U20 Ball Hockey Worlds
By CAMI KEPKE, Western Hockey League (https://chl.ca/whl/ – reprinted with permission) Ball out, fellas. Prince Albert Raiders Captain Justice Christensen and Everett Silvertips defender Rylan Pearce (who hails from Martensville) have...

Commentary: Why Hikvision’s Legal Fight in Canada Matters
The legal battle between Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co. Ltd., a leading Chinese surveillance equipment maker, and the Canadian government has broad international ramifications. This conflict centers on Canada’s order for Hikvision to...

Trump Takes Bold Stand on Trade, Protecting U.S. Economy with Tariffs
President Donald Trump has once again demonstrated his unwavering commitment to American interests by imposing new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. This decisive action is set to reshape global trade and fortify the U.S. economy against...

As Canada eyes direct-to-consumer alcohol sales, most support easier trade
Most Canadians will soon be able to order alcohol products directly from producers in other provinces by next spring or earlier, a move aimed at breaking down internal trade barriers as U.S. tariffs weigh on business growth and the job market....

First Nations call for Ontario environment minister to resign for trying to stop clean water bill
Breadcrumb Trail Links News McCarthy singled out the fresh drinking water bill when asking the federal Liberals to stop legislation that would 'delay project development and undermine competitiveness' Author of the article: The Canadian Press Liam...

Number of EV charging stations growing in Canada but gaps in network remain
Breadcrumb Trail Links News 'No matter how many EVs are on the road, we still need an adequate spacing of charging stations so that people can make the trips that they want to' Author of the article: The Canadian Press Nick Murray Published Jul...

Canada Basketball names Carly Clarke head coach of U23 women’s national team
Clarke is expected to lead Canada at GLOBL JAM from Aug. 13-17, a basketball tournament featuring some of the best young talent in the world. She is also the head coach for Toronto Metropolitan University’s women’s basketball team and led the...

Ottawa sets new target for labour force comprised of immigrants: report
Despite these reductions, the targets for both temporary and permanent residents remain well above pre-pandemic norms. Non-permanent residents now account for 7.1 per cent of the Canadian population, a figure the government aims to reduce to five...

Most Canadians Think America Is a Bigger Threat Than North Korea, Russia, and China: Poll
A Pew Research poll, conducted from January to April, showed that a majority of Canadians believe the United States is a bigger threat to their nation than North Korea, China, or Russia. The survey asked countries about their most “important...

Motion Industries, Inc. Announces the Opening of a New Sales Branch in Quebec, Canada
Motion Industries, Inc. Announces the Opening of a New Sales Branch in Quebec, Canada July 9, 2025 - Motion Industries, Inc., a leading distributor of maintenance, repair and operation replacement parts, and a premier provider of industrial...

Oahu’s Industrial Market: Still Tight, But Some Softening
12— By William (Bill) Froelich of Colliers — s of first-quarter 2025, Oahu’s industrial market remains one of the tightest in the nation — but signs of softening are emerging. Our 41.9 million square foot market reported a vacancy rate of 1.2...

U.S tariffs: What’s next for global trade?
The unforeseen ripples of President Donald Trump's imminent announcement of a 50% tariff on industrial metals reverberate through global trade corridors, stirring strategic recalibrations across key economies. While the decision to extend the...

More Canadians using air conditioning to beat the heat, says Statistics Canada
Breadcrumb Trail Links News 68 per cent of Canadian households report use of air conditioning to beat the summer heat, says StatCan. The highest percentage is in Ontario, the lowest in B.C. A cat sleeps in an apartment window beside an air...

Cautious optimism in B.C. as provinces agree to slash barriers to booze trade
British Columbia’s beer, wine and spirits industries are expressing cautious optimism after an announcement that most provinces have agreed to reduce barriers to interprovincial alcohol sales. Provincial and federal representatives revealed the...

JACKSON HEWETT: Australia’s biotech industry pops chill pill following Trump tariff scare
Donald Trump’s artless deal-making set sirens blaring in the biotech industry, but a thorough examination has executives believing the industry remains in rude health. Overnight, the US President put two of Australia’s most important industries,...

First Nations call for Ontario environment minister's resignation
TORONTO — Several dozen First Nations in Ontario are calling for the resignation of the province's environment minister after he asked the federal government to not reintroduce a bill that would enshrine clean drinking water rights in law. Last...

Vancouver rents drop as market softens in Canada's major metro areas
Latest Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation report shows declining rents in many areas. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) released its mid-year rental report on Tuesday (July 8), showing advertised rents are going down in...