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Canadian plane maker tried to deflect queries about a possible CS500, saying it’s premature to talk about a larger aircraft after just four CSeries planes have been delivered   The US$85.7-million plane is designed to carry between 130 and 150 passengers. PHOTO: Bombardier MIRABEL, Que.—Bombardier could barely get the largest aircraft it’s ever made out… Read More about “Bombardier hands off first CS300 as questions fly about even larger jet”

TORONTO, Ont.–The Ontario Trucking Association says its carrier members will not to be receptive to paying a toll or fees to repair an existing essential roadway such as the Gardiner Expressway and DVP. “We estimate the Ontario trucking industry pays over $1.2 billion a year in combined provincial diesel fuel taxes and driver/vehicle registration fees… Read More about “Paying for Gardiner/DVP fix should start with current government funds: OTA”

OTTAWA, Ont.– The Association of Canadian Port Authorities has welcome the federal government’s steps to protect Canada’s oceans and coasts as announced in the Oceans Protection Plan. Following on the steps of the Transportation 2030 Vision announced last week, and the significant support for trade-enabling and green infrastructure within last week’s Fall Economic Statement, ACPA… Read More about “Canada’s Ports welcome Feds’ Oceans Protection Plan, Transportation 2030”

OTTAWA, Ont.–Canada Post announced it has reached tentative short-term agreements with the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW). These agreements are for a period of two years, rather than the typical four-year contracts negotiated in the past. “The agreements will avert a work disruption, bringing much-needed certainty in the postal system for our employees and customers…. Read More about “Canada Post, Canadian Union of Postal Workers reach agreements”

TORONTO, Ont.– Drone Delivery Canada has entered into an agreement with a Canadian retailer, unnamed at this time, whereby the two organizations will explore a collaboration to introduce drone delivery services within the retailer’s logistics model. “We are excited to further our Depot-to-Depot last mile solution, also known as the last leg of a products trip, with… Read More about “Drone Delivery Canada to collaborate with Canadian retailer on last mile solution”

Province’s new publicly-owned toll roads will offer some discount to privately-held 407 ETR, but drivers should not expect a free ride…   A stretch of Ontario’s new Highway 407 East will open from Brock Road in Pickering, Ont. to Harmony Road in Oshawa, Ont. June 20. PHOTO: Adam Moss, via Flickr TORONTO—The Ontario government’s latest… Read More about “First stretch of Ontario’s $1B Highway 407 East project opens outside Toronto”

The lender said it will trim its head count by an additional four per cent as it looks to digitize more of its operations TORONTO—The Bank of Montreal said May 25 it’s cutting about 1,850 positions from its workforce as consumers shift more of their banking online and technological advancements allow it to digitize some… Read More about “BMO slashing almost 1,850 jobs in realignment”

Many workplace injuries can be prevented or minimized with the proper safety-approved workwear and personal protective equipment (PPE) Not just frustrating to those affected, injuries can also mean significant down time for companies. Yet many workplace injuries can be prevented or minimized with the proper safety-approved workwear and personal protective equipment (PPE). Numbers Don’t Lie… Read More about “On-site safety is no accident”

April data highlighted a sustained recovery in business conditions across the Canadian manufacturing sector, with growth of output, new orders and employment all  accelerating  since the previous month.  At the same time, manufacturers pointed to the weakest rate of input price inflation so far in 2016, despite rising demand for raw materials and some reports… Read More about “Sustained recovery across Canadian manufacturing sector”

Saying the sale “will not limit consumer choice,” watchdog approvals pave way for 500-store acquisition MONTREAL—Canada’s Competition Bureau and Investment Canada have approved the Lowe’s takeover of Quebec-based Rona. The federal competition watchdog said May 12 that the acquisition by the U.S. company won’t limit consumer choice, while the deal was granted approval under the… Read More about “Lowe’s $3.2 billion Rona takeover cleared by Competition Bureau, Investment Canada”