The Latest Breaking News from Canada

Equifax Reveals International Expansion Of Verification Services

Equifax Inc (NYSE:EFX) has expanded its verification services internationally, powered by its multi-year investment in the Equifax Cloud. Verification Exchange, a secure, automated cloud-based service that streamlines the process of verifying employment and income information, is now available in Australia and the U.K. "Our $1.5 billion investment in the Equifax Cloud is driving…

Benzinga · Jan 25, 2022

Babcock & Wilcox Bags $11M Contract For Biomass Boiler Upgrade In Canada

Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises Inc (NYSE:BW) segment B&W Renewable segment has secured a contract for more than $11 million to design, manufacture, supply, and install boiler equipment for a biomass boiler in Canada. Under the contract, B&W Renewable will replace pressure parts for the boiler and upgrade its wood feed and air systems.…

Benzinga · Jan 25, 2022

Nova Scotia’s shift to publicly funded early learning and child care won’t be easy, but it’s critical

On Jan. 14, as part of the Canada-wide early learning and child care agreement, Nova Scotia announced a reduction in child-care fees by 25 per cent retroactive from Jan. 1, 2022 and other related changes that are part of a historic shift in early learning and care in the province.

The Conversation · Jan 25, 2022

Rampant Illegal human trafficking from Gujarat to the fore

The death of a family from Gujarat on the U.S.-Canada border has prompted the State police to launch a probe into the activities of local agents

The Hindu · Jan 25, 2022

Human smuggling suspect from Florida released without bond

A Florida man arrested for human smuggling after the bodies of four people were found near the Canada and U.S. border during a blizzard has been released from jail without having to pay bond

The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2022

Convoy of truckers funded by online donations drive on Canadian capital to oppose border vaccine mandates

Trucking federation president slams protest, saying ‘the only way to cross the border, in a commercial truck or any other vehicle, is to get vaccinated’

The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2022

Canada's foreign ministry hacked, services hit

Hackers launched a cyber attack on Canada's foreign ministry last week and some services are still down, officials said on Monday without disclosing who Ottawa thought was responsible.

Reuters · Jan 24, 2022

The pandemic exposed the vulnerability of international students in Canada

When the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020, students in Canadian universities and colleges faced many challenges. Classes moved online, students were asked to leave campus residences and many students lost jobs or faced reduced work hours.

The Conversation · Jan 24, 2022

Canadian diplomats, families staying in Ukraine for time being - PM Trudeau

Canadian diplomats and their families are staying in Ukraine for the time being but Ottawa is constantly reviewing their safety, which is of paramount importance, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau indicated on Monday.

Reuters · Jan 24, 2022

More migrants seek asylum through reopened Canadian border

Migrants are once again seeking asylum in Canada after the country lifted a 20-month ban

The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2022