Economy

Canadian growth remains fragile

Canada's top economists, strategists and portfolio managers predict modest growth for both Canada and the United States, with Canada lagging the U.S. in both economic activity and job creation over the next few years, according to a Towers Watson survey.

By Staff |January 16, 2014

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Apple to refund $32.5M in kids’ app purchases

Apple and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission have reached a deal to issue $32.5 million in refunds to customers whose children made purchases inside apps without their knowledge.

By Staff |January 16, 2014

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Tax cheats beware: CRA launches snitch line

CRA has a new way to catch up with Canadians cheating on their taxes.

By Staff |January 15, 2014

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IMF warns deflation’s a threat

International Monetary Fund head Christine Lagarde is concerned many countries are headed for deflation, the Financial Times reports.

By Staff |January 15, 2014

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