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Lufthansa retires big jets, says rebound could take years

Lufthansa retires big jets, says rebound could take years

FRANKFURT — German airline group Lufthansa said it was permanently removing some of its large aircraft from service and reducing capacity for the long term, saying it will take years for demand for air travel to return to levels seen before the coron
Employers posted solid job openings before virus shutdowns

Employers posted solid job openings before virus shutdowns

WASHINGTON — U.S. employers posted a healthy number of job openings in February, evidence that the job market was in decent shape before the viral outbreak brought the economy to a near standstill.
First time investors need preparation and discipline amid a volatile market

First time investors need preparation and discipline amid a volatile market

Adam George Palios knows a thing or two about investing in the real estate market. The Hamilton, Ontario-based realtor bought his first home nearly a decade ago.
COVID-19 projections suggest Alberta peak coming in several weeks: Kenney

COVID-19 projections suggest Alberta peak coming in several weeks: Kenney

EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says he expects the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic to hit in several weeks, and that the more Albertans keep distancing, the faster and better it will be.
Publisher says news media need cash 'now' to survive drop in advertising revenue

Publisher says news media need cash 'now' to survive drop in advertising revenue

TORONTO — The federal government needs to move quickly to support the Canadian news industry amid the economic downturn brought about by the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, an industry spokesman said Monday.
Commercial landlords offering rent deferrals as economy hit by pandemic

Commercial landlords offering rent deferrals as economy hit by pandemic

TORONTO — Major commercial landlords in Canada are offering rent deferrals to tenants as the COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to close their stores.
Most actively traded companies on the TSX

Most actively traded companies on the TSX

TORONTO — Some of the most active companies traded Monday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (13,592.70, up 654.40 points.) Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B). Industrials. Up 1.5 cents, or 3.7 per cent, to 42 cents on 19.
North American stock markets rise on hope of slowing growth of virus

North American stock markets rise on hope of slowing growth of virus

TORONTO — North American stock markets surged to start the trading week on hopes of slowing growth of COVID-19 in parts of Europe and New York.
Breakdown of co-op grocery partnership sparks layoffs and lawsuits

Breakdown of co-op grocery partnership sparks layoffs and lawsuits

CALGARY — When a relationship breaks down after more than 60 years of mutual benefit, feelings are bound to get hurt.
Travellers, travel agents 'in agony' over refund policies and customer service

Travellers, travel agents 'in agony' over refund policies and customer service

Natalie Rahey and Blair Skrupski were supposed to be standing under a wedding canopy in three weeks, hand in hand on a Caribbean beach surrounded by friends and family.