Union head Jerry Dias: "Bank executives are doing very well, the auto industry and its executives are doing incredibly well. So, why shouldn't the workers, and that includes the auto parts sector, also do well?" ...
Author Archives: John Valorzi
C.D. Howe warns of tripling of long-term care costs
An outcome of aging boomers, but report author urges: "It's important to strike the right balance between the costs to government or taxpayers and those that can be reasonably borne by individuals." ...
U.S. Steel Canada files for protection from creditors
The moves comes after more than $2.4 billion of losses over the past five years and $1 billion pension liability that is weighing on Hamilton steelmaker's finances. ...
Court approves Essar Steel Algoma’s restructuring
"This plan provides for a comprehensive capital infusion," CEO Kalyan Ghosh, as India-based parent to invest another $300 million (U.S.) into the Sault Ste. Marie company ...
Automakers urge phasing out of tariffs in Pacific trade deal
Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association also urges Ottawa to push for safeguards against currency manipulation in negotiations for Trans-Pacific Partnership. ...
Ontario gas utilities apply to OEB to cut rates Oct. 1
Residential customers of Union Gas and Enbridge can expect annual savings of 5 to 9 per cent. ...
OMA president kicks off provincial speaking tour in Thunder Bay
Head of Ontario Medical Association is embarking on a six-week, 10-city tour across Ontario to speak with health-care professionals on how to remove barriers within health-care system. ...
Deal reached at striking Bombardier plant in Thunder Bay
A tentative contract has been negotiated at striking Bombardier transit car plant in Thunder Bay, and members of Unifor Local 1075 are set to vote on deal on Friday. ...
Securities regulators OK common rules for takeover bids
Not all are on board with a national securities regulator, but provincial and territorial securities regulators share common ground when it comes governing hostile takeover bids. ...
Province wants miners’ work clothes to be more visible
Initial findings from a mine safety panel are being adopted by the government to get a head start on fostering health and safety underground. ...