Strength in the base metal and energy stocks helped lift Canada’s main stock index higher in late-morning trading, while U.S. stock markets were mixed.

Statistics Canada pointed to a rebound in the public sector, tied largely to the end of strikes in Quebec, as driving economic growth in January.

Provincial budget aims to address opioid addiction, housing shortages, and healthcare gaps in Southeastern Ontario

Nova Scotia Community Services Minister Brendan Maguire says the change will mean an increase of about $35 a month for people living on low incomes.

Canada’s main stock index experienced an increase of nearly 100 points during late-morning trading due to the strong performance of base metal stocks, while U.S. stock markets had varied results.

In six markets, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, condo construction starts reached historic highs, with 57,121 units in 2023.