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Ottawa launches national telecom competition roadmap

The federal government has launched a national roadmap aimed at increasing telecom choice, price transparency and network quality.

Oct 29, 2026 1 min read

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Quebec real GDP edged down 0.1% in July

Quebec’s real gross domestic product slipped 0.1% in July after a 0.5% increase in June, with services offsetting gains in goods-producing industries.

Oct 28, 2026 1 min read

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Newfoundland and Labrador plans zero provincial fuel tax from December 1

The province says planned legislation would reduce its gasoline and diesel tax to zero through March 31, 2027, with a price-triggered extension mechanism.

Oct 27, 2026 1 min read

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Dartmouth sonar maker plans 40 jobs with $225,000 federal loan

GeoSpectrum Technologies will expand and modernize its Dartmouth facility as demand grows for underwater sensing and surveillance systems.

Oct 27, 2026 1 min read

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FINTRAC reports record 7,214 financial-intelligence disclosure packages

Canada’s financial-intelligence agency says its 2025–26 work included 3,007 unique disclosures and more than 4,800 compliance-monitoring activities.

Oct 27, 2026 1 min read

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Canada and eight partners to sign defence-bank agreement November 30

The proposed multilateral bank would be headquartered in Canada, with a European hub in Luxembourg and a target of beginning operations in 2027.

Oct 27, 2026 1 min read