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While a 30-day postponement of U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods has paused an escalating trade war, there is still concern in Northwestern Ontario. Thunder Bay-Atikokan MPP Kevin Holland said the proposed 25 per cent tariffs could have a devastating effect on the Canadian forestry industry. “I’m concerned,” Holland said. “We’re […]

Local, provincial and national chambers of commerce have been working together to map out the importance of Canada’s trade and economic partnership with the U.S. and the risks faced. This month, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab started the Canada-U.S. Trade Tracker — a website designed to illustrate […]

Some of the best cowboy boots in the world may very well be made in Texas, but the Texan variety many not be on the shelves in Brandon Postuma’s store for much longer. The veteran Kakabeka Falls retailer said he’s confident he can source a Canadian-made boot that’s nearly as […]

Operators of two Northwestern mines weighed in on the economic value of mining gold and gave a comprehensive view of the industry with a focus on job creation during the Prosperity Northwest Conference this week. Andrew Cormier, chief operating officer for Orla Mining, said gold is increasingly seen as a […]

A new company is expanding to Thunder Bay and aims to house 30 families in their own homes this year. Amy Ding, the founder and chief executive officer of Requity Homes, said their goal is to help more people achieve their home-ownership dreams through a modern rent-to-own program, including those […]

Brampton resident Sonia Maset was six years old when she first started biking, often referring to her cycle as her “baby.” She has biked everywhere for as long as she can remember. When she heard about legislation put forward by the PC government threatening the rights and safety of cyclists, […]