Global News & Trends · Oct 26, 2026
Monday, October 26, 2026, saw voters across Ontario cast ballots in municipal elections that will shape local policy on housing, transit and public safety, and test support for provincewide strong mayor powers. High-profile mayoral races in Toronto and Mississauga, questions about mail-in ballots, and efforts to boost turnout made the vote a national story with implications for provincial politics.
Business & Industry · Oct 26, 2026
As millions of Canadians vote in municipal elections on October 26, 2026, business leaders and developers say outcomes could reshape local housing fees, infrastructure spending and project viability across provinces, with Ontario already tying provincial grants to lower development charges.
Business & Industry · Oct 24, 2026
Industry Minister Melanie Joly has formally demanded Cleveland-Cliffs reverse temporary layoffs affecting up to 500 workers at Hamilton’s Stelco or face court action, saying the U.S. owner appears to have breached employment commitments tied to its 2024 acquisition.
Business & Industry · Oct 23, 2026
Great Place To Work published its 2026 provincial Best Workplaces lists on October 23, highlighting 375 recognized employers and survey responses from more than 117,000 Canadian workers. The release underlines where Canadian employers are investing in culture as inflation, skills shortages and AI reshape hiring and retention.
Global News & Trends · Oct 22, 2026
Canada on October 22, 2026 issued a formal 15 day demand to Cleveland-Cliffs over planned layoffs at Stelco in Hamilton, warning sanctions up to forced divestiture under the Investment Canada Act as Ottawa weighs options to protect jobs as U.S. tariffs squeeze the domestic steel market.
Business & Industry · Oct 18, 2026
Industry Minister Mélanie Joly warned that Ottawa could force the sale of Stelco’s Canadian operations if planned layoffs are not rescinded, raising the prospect of a legal and political showdown over foreign ownership and job commitments.
Business & Industry · Oct 14, 2026
The federal government announced a major expansion of regional AI supports on October 14, 2026, directing roughly half a billion dollars to help small and medium sized firms buy, build and scale Canadian AI products. Officials said the move aims to boost commercialization, attract investment and keep AI jobs and supply chains inside Canada.
Business & Industry · Oct 12, 2026
Stelco has begun issuing layoff notices at its Hamilton steelworks even after the federal industry minister gave the company five business days to present a compliance plan under the Investment Canada Act. The dispute raises fresh questions about foreign ownership, trade policy and enforcement tools for protecting Canadian jobs.
