Economic Indicators

Quebec’s mining rules spook investors

Uncertainty about protected areas and environmental restrictions, combined with increased regulation and tax changes, has damaged Quebec’s mining, says a report by the Fraser Institute.

By Staff |December 5, 2013

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Trends to watch in 2014

Quantitative easing, smart growth in Asia and potential deflation in the Eurozone will be the topics to watch in 2014, says Manulife in its annual year-ahead report.

By Staff |December 5, 2013

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Sun Media makes more big cuts

Sun Media, which owns the Toronto Sun, is cutting 200 jobs. Of those, 50 editorial staff will be let go.

By Staff |December 4, 2013

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Most frauds are inside jobs

Misappropriation of assets, including embezzlement and procurement, is the most common kind of fraud, finds a global KPMG study.

By Staff |December 4, 2013

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