CANADA BUSINESS COUNCIL

Apr 25 2026FINANCE

Canada’s Budget Deficit Grows to $25. 5 Billion in Early 2026

Canada’s government now reports a larger shortfall for the first eleven months of the 2025/26 fiscal year, with expenses outpacing income by C$25. 55 billion – an increase from the C$19. 27 billion recorded in the same span last year. The rise comes mainly from a 2. 1 percent jump in program spen

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Apr 25 2026FINANCE

Why Big Sales Don't Always Mean Big Profits

Business owners often cheer when they see sales numbers climbing. High revenue feels like success, but it’s just the first half of the story. The real test comes when you subtract the hidden costs of running the company. Without tracking the difference between gross and net revenue, a business can g

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Apr 19 2026LIFESTYLE

Getting a Business Class Upgrade: What Airlines Don't Tell You

Business class upgrades sound great until you realize most people never get the full picture. Airlines make it seem like an easy win—just ask nicely or pay a bit more—but the rules are stricter than they appear. The cheapest tickets often lock you out entirely, even if you beg for an upgrade. Airlin

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

NACI Turns Sixty: A New Chapter in Canada’s Vaccine Story

Canada’s National Advisory Committee on Immunization celebrated its 60th year in 2024. For six decades, the group has offered trusted advice for the country’s vaccine programs. In the last ten years, NACI broadened its focus. It now weighs ethics, fairness, practicality, public opinion, and

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Mar 26 2026LIFESTYLE

Travel Plans Don't Need to Derail Your Health

Business trips mess with your body more than you think. Airports, cramped flights, and back-to-back meetings create a perfect storm for exhaustion. Your sleep schedule gets flipped upside down, meals happen at random times, and the hotel you stay in feels like it’s built with malfunctioning pipes. T

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Canada and India Forge Big New Trade and Tech Pact

Canada and India have just inked a series of agreements that could shape their economies for years. The talks, held after Canadian leader Mark Carney visited Delhi, resulted in a ten‑year nuclear energy contract and plans to push bilateral trade to $50 billion within five years. The leaders frame

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Mar 02 2026FINANCE

High‑Yield BDCs: A Quick Look at the Risks

Business Development Companies, or BDCs, often promise big dividends that can tempt investors looking for steady income. The allure is strong: many BDCs offer returns that beat traditional bonds and some stocks, which makes them seem like a gold mine for retirees or anyone needing cash flow. But

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Canada Helps Ukraine Fix and Modernise Energy

Canada has decided to give a big boost to Ukraine’s energy field, especially after Russia’s attacks on power plants and gas lines. In a Paris meeting, the two governments announced a new partnership that will bring Canadian oil and gas gear to Ukraine on cheaper terms. The plan also encourages Canad

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Canada and India: Strengthening Economic Ties

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to visit India soon. This trip is part of a bigger plan to boost trade between the two countries. The visit is scheduled for early March, with Carney likely spending March 1-2 in New Delhi. Carney's visit comes at a time when Canada is looking to expand it

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Feb 15 2026POLITICS

Canada's Stance on Iran: A Shift in Diplomacy

Canada is making waves in international politics with its firm stance on Iran. The country's foreign affairs minister, Anita Anand, made it clear that Canada won't restore diplomatic ties with Iran unless there's a change in government. This statement was made during an interview in Germany, where A

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