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CPPIB buys into portfolio of U.S. warehouses

CPPIB buys into portfolio of U.S. warehouses

Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) is expanding its investments in the United States, including a US$350-million real estate deal. The transaction will give the…

Trudeau promises federal help with ORPP

Trudeau promises federal help with ORPP

Justin Trudeau was greeted like a rock star as he arrived at the Ontario legislature Tuesday for a meeting with Premier Kathleen Wynne, and rewarded…

Trudeau and Wynne to discuss CPP expansion

Trudeau and Wynne to discuss CPP expansion

Justin Trudeau is showing how dramatically the federal government’s relationship with Ontario has changed, making his first meeting with a premier since last week’s Liberal…

Valeant asks SEC to investigate Citron Research

Valeant asks SEC to investigate Citron Research

The CEO of Valeant Pharmaceuticals is asking U.S. securities regulators to investigate Citron Research. Valeant CEO Michael Pearson told analysts on a conference call Monday…

U.S. rate hike could hurt emerging markets and commodities

U.S. rate hike could hurt emerging markets and commodities

The expected U.S. rate hike could stifle emerging market growth as investors move more money back to the U.S., argues a piece by Advisor. Asian…

  • By: Staff
  • October 27, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 10:29
CI Financial to buy First Asset Capital

CI Financial to buy First Asset Capital

CI Financial has reached an agreement to acquire 100% ownership of First Asset Capital. First Asset is a privately owned investment firm that has approximately…

  • October 26, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 11:16
Mergers and acquisitions to increase despite global volatility

Mergers and acquisitions to increase despite global volatility

Despite market volatility, executives across the globe still have appetites for corporate takeovers, says a new EY study. That’s what has been diving the recent…

Your cafeteria may be giving your employees cancer

Your cafeteria may be giving your employees cancer

Does your cafeteria serve bacon or ham? If so, the likelihood of your employees getting cancer might be higher. Ham, sausage and other processed meats…

Ontario will proceed with ORPP for now: Wynne

Ontario will proceed with ORPP for now: Wynne

Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne says the first conversation she wants to have with Justin Trudeau once he’s sworn in as prime minister will be about…

Bank of Canada has only charm left at its disposal

Bank of Canada has only charm left at its disposal

After cutting interest rates in January and July, the Bank of Canada now has to basically rely on charm to send signals, argues a Canadian…

  • By: Staff
  • October 23, 2015 September 13, 2019
  • 11:12
Inflation falls to 1%

Inflation falls to 1%

Canada’s inflation rate fell to 1% in September, down from 1.3% in August. Statistics Canada says the decline was due to a larger year-over-year drop…

New government brings infrastructure investment opportunities

New government brings infrastructure investment opportunities

The change of government in Ottawa from blue to red brings with it new opportunities for investors, especially in the infrastructure construction sector, investment experts…

Valeant rebuffs phantom pharmacy allegations

Valeant rebuffs phantom pharmacy allegations

Valeant Pharmaceutical shares hit their lowest level in more than a year Wednesday following a report accusing the company of creating a network of “phantom”…

Survey finds 56% of Canadian workers reporting reduced productivity due to financial concerns

More than half (56 per cent) of Canadian employees say they’re less productive at work due to financial concerns, according to a new survey by…

  • By: Staff
  • September 27, 2024 September 27, 2024
  • 15:00

Caisse buying 25% stake in U.K. electricity firm, investing in forestland portfolio

The Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec is acquiring a 25 per cent stake in U.K.-based First Hydro Co. alongside Brookfield Asset Management and…

  • By: Staff
  • September 27, 2024 September 26, 2024
  • 15:00

Canadians with employer-sponsored health benefits 20% more likely to seek care when needed: survey

Canadians with an employer-provided benefits plan are 20 per cent more likely to seek care when needed and 25 per cent more likely to report…

  • By: Staff
  • September 27, 2024 September 26, 2024
  • 09:00

HOOPP’s Jeff Wendling retiring in 2025

Jeff Wendling, president and chief executive officer at the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan, will be retiring in 2025 after more than 25 years with…

  • By: Staff
  • September 26, 2024 September 26, 2024
  • 11:00

How are Canadian DB pension plan sponsors making use of surplus funds amid positive funded status environment?

With many Canadian defined benefit pension plans in a strong funded position, plan sponsors, particularly those with unionized workforces, are increasingly discussing the use of…

Gov’t seeking feedback on solvency reserve accounts for federally regulated DB pension plans

The federal government is currently seeking recommendations about its plan to introduce solvency reserve accounts for federally regulated defined benefit pension plans. Under the government’s…

  • By: Staff
  • September 26, 2024 September 24, 2024
  • 11:00