Business
Rules for new corporate ombud criticized for deferring to companies
Proposed allows companies to file complaints against groups for “unfounded” allegations of human rights abuses.
Desjardins launches $45M fintech fund as competition heightens
Investments aim for improving client experience by accelerating digital transformation.
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Opportunities and challenges for Canadian manufacturers in 2019
Sponsored Content provided by PLANT partners: Whitepaper examines how they can thrive through the tough times predicted ahead Canadian manufacturers are cautiously optimistic in 2019. They are facing a variety of challenges, yet they are more open to new opportunities…
UN watchdog critical of delays with new Canadian corporate ethics ombud
Further legal review, due in June, assessing what the ombudsperson’s powers should be.
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Corruption: Canada slowly pushes for corporate transparency
Criticized in the past by OECD and others as a laggard on policies, now trying to catch up with more advanced peers.
Oil and gas sector applauds pro-business Alberta government
But province’s difficulty in moving oil to market will remain a major challenge.
Canadian business sentiment drops from high levels: survey
Bank of Canada’s measure for corporate confidence dropped into negative territory for the first time since Q3 of 2016.
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Beware the walking dead
Zombie companies are a drag on national productivity.
Canada’s board gender diversity behind US: TD
More headway needed in country’s resource sectors and among small firms.
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This budget season, Canada must lower taxes on entrepreneurs
Canada is at a disadvantage for attracting and retaining those we rely on for innovation, employment growth and prosperity.
How to predict consumer spending trends? Use data, intuition
Look for consumers’ search and buying patterns on your own website, Google Trends and Amazon.com.
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Marketing? Get serious. Five reasons why you should embrace it
Watch the trends and join manufacturing’s new front line.
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Climate action helps build reputations and attract investors
SBTI program creates a global community where companies can set targets that align with the Paris Agreement.
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Concern heightened among Canadian manufacturers over US protectionism
Outlook 2019 study shows they’re expecting business to be good, but confidence has tumbled since last year.
Bell wants to collect more of your personal information
Wants permission to track everything you do with services from Bell or its affiliates.
