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McKenna-led UN group calls for regulation, end to greenwashing in net-zero pledges

McKenna-led UN group calls for regulation, end to greenwashing in net-zero pledges

TORONTO — Vague promises by banks and businesses to reach net-zero emissions decades in the future risk undermining action needed now, Canada's former environment minister told a UN climate conference Tuesday.
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Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

TORONTO — Some of the most active companies traded Tuesday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (19,660.31, up 114.40 points): Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB). Energy. Up eight cents, or 0.15 per cent, to $53.91 on 15.7 million shares.
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S&P/TSX composite up more than 100 points, U.S. markets also up

S&P/TSX composite up more than 100 points, U.S. markets also up

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index was up more than 100 points Tuesday, buoyed by strength in base metals and utilities, while U.S. markets were also up. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 114.40 points at 19,660.31.
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Empire Co. tight-lipped as IT problems affect pharmacies at Sobeys and other stores

Empire Co. tight-lipped as IT problems affect pharmacies at Sobeys and other stores

HALIFAX — Empire Co. Ltd. remained tight-lipped Tuesday about computer system issues that are still impeding customers seeking prescriptions at some pharmacies it operates.
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Wall Street rises ahead of election results, inflation data

Wall Street rises ahead of election results, inflation data

NEW YORK (AP) — Election Day brought another tick higher for stocks, as Wall Street braces for the results from the day’s midterm elections and a big update on inflation that’s due later in the week. The S&P 500 rose 0.
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Maple Leaf Foods still working to recover from outage caused by cyberattack

Maple Leaf Foods still working to recover from outage caused by cyberattack

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is still working to restore operations after being hit by a cyberattack over the weekend, the company said Tuesday.
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Centre aims to help Calgary retain its title of 'energy capital of Canada'

Centre aims to help Calgary retain its title of 'energy capital of Canada'

CALGARY — Across from the headquarters of some of Canada's largest oil and gas companies, a new initiative aims to ensure that Calgary and its largest industry aren't left behind in the global pursuit of a low-carbon economy.
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Younger Canadians are more likely to look for alternative news sources: poll

Younger Canadians are more likely to look for alternative news sources: poll

TORONTO — A new survey suggests that trust in mainstream news is dropping as younger Canadians seek out alternative sources of information.
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Yamana signs deal with Pan American and Agnico Eagle after Gold Fields stands pat

Yamana signs deal with Pan American and Agnico Eagle after Gold Fields stands pat

TORONTO — Yamana Gold Inc. has signed a deal to be acquired by Pan American Silver Corp. and Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. after Gold Fields Ltd. waived its right to match the rival bid for the gold miner.
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Adidas appoints boss of rival Puma as CEO after Ye fallout

Adidas appoints boss of rival Puma as CEO after Ye fallout

BERLIN (AP) — Adidas has appointed Bjørn Gulden, the CEO of rival Puma, as its new chief executive, and he will take over the German sportswear brand in January as the company weathers the fallout from its split with the rapper formerly known as Kany
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