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Tips on shady finances 'may not get investigated' amid police constraints: RCMP note

Tips on shady finances 'may not get investigated' amid police constraints: RCMP note

OTTAWA — The RCMP says many tips from Canada's financial intelligence agency about possible crimes "may not get investigated" due to a lack of policing resources and conflicting priorities.
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As 'Three Amigos' meet in Mexico, experts call on leaders for North American vision

As 'Three Amigos' meet in Mexico, experts call on leaders for North American vision

MEXICO CITY — From the frosty throes of a Canadian winter, the land of conquistadors and Frida Kahlo can seem a million miles away.
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Rob Shaw: Eby’s many early accomplishments are impressive, but meaningless

Rob Shaw: Eby’s many early accomplishments are impressive, but meaningless

Premier David Eby has reached the half-way point of his 100-day launch plan, and while he’s racked up an impressive list of accomplishments so far, he’s also a long way away from hitting the high bar he set for himself at the start.
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Who’s getting sued: Jan. 9, 2023

Who’s getting sued: Jan. 9, 2023

These corporate claims were filed with the BC Supreme Court registry in Vancouver. Information is derived from notices of civil claim. Civil claims have not been tested or proven in court. Defendants B21 Trade (Canada) Ltd .
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S&P/TSX composite up more than 150 points in late-morning trading

S&P/TSX composite up more than 150 points in late-morning trading

TORONTO — Strength in the energy, technology and base metal sectors helped Canada's main stock index gain more than 150 points in late-morning trading, while U.S. stock markets also climbed higher. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 157.
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Canada buying F-35s as defence minister says once-maligned jets have 'matured'

Canada buying F-35s as defence minister says once-maligned jets have 'matured'

OTTAWA — Canada is officially buying the F-35 fighter jet, ending the years-long search to replace the aging CF-18 fleet where it first began.
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Bank CEOs say higher credit requirements manageable following regulator boost

Bank CEOs say higher credit requirements manageable following regulator boost

TORONTO — Canadian bank CEOs say they're able to adapt to the higher credit requirements the banking regulator has set in preparation for more uncertain economic times ahead.
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Management-led group makes takeover bid for Canaccord Genuity

Management-led group makes takeover bid for Canaccord Genuity

TORONTO — A management-led group of Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. employees has made a takeover bid for the company valued at $1.127 billion. The employee group is offering $11.25 per share for the financial services firm.
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As 'Three Amigos' meet in Mexico, experts call on leaders for North American vision

As 'Three Amigos' meet in Mexico, experts call on leaders for North American vision

WASHINGTON — From the frosty throes of a Canadian winter, the land of conquistadors and Frida Kahlo can seem a million miles away.
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Tentative agreement reached with BC paramedics and dispatchers

Tentative agreement reached with BC paramedics and dispatchers

“I don’t believe, without his assistance, we would have been able to make the progress we did," said Ambulance Paramedics of BC President Troy Clifford
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