The S&P/TSX composite index rose by 101.49 points to reach 22,213.95.

Taxpayer money currently aids the agriculture industry and some people believe the cost will increase due to natural disasters driven by climate change, which make it more difficult for farmers to make a living.

Trans Mountain Corp. has resolved the construction-related issues in B.C.’s Fraser Valley that had been slowing down the project in recent months.

According to a new report from an industry group released on Wednesday, Canadian tech companies find it very hard to sell to the government because of bureaucracy.

Strength in energy and base metal stocks lifted Canada’s main stock index higher as oil price rose in late-morning trading, while U.S. stock markets also moved up.

The Montreal-based technology company stated that the action accounts for approximately 10 percent of its expenses related to staffing. Watch video →