Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced that Canada and India have signed two agreements, fostering a closer partnership based on mutual trade and investment interests. “India’s rapidly growing economy and its commitment to expand its investment regime will provide significant opportunities for investors in a variety of sectors, including infrastructure, education, life sciences, science and... »
Finance Minister Dwight Duncan is offering more insight on who will be affected when provincial sales tax is harmonized next July. But what will it all mean for the bottom line? Geared to improve Ontario’s competitiveness, sales tax harmonization is raising questions for businesses and residents alike. Ernst & Young can provide in-depth explanations and... »
The World Vision clinic, modeled after a typical African community clinic, will stand in sharp contrast to the now-common sight of parents and children receiving the care they need at Canadian H1N1 flu shot clinics. Dozens of local parents and pre-school children will join Tom Cochrane at the clinic to launch World Vision’s Five for... »
More than 20,000 Canadians who require kidney dialysis were given a ray of hope after a unique fundraising campaign generated thousands of dollars for kidney disease research. A Brush of Hope, a campaign that saw noteworthy Canadian celebrities paint 8″ X 10″ canvases and auction them off on EBay, wrapped up today raising approximately $13,000... »
