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Sidewalk Labs pulls out of Toronto waterfront smart city project

Sidewalk Labs pulls out of Toronto waterfront smart city project

TORONTO — An ambitious plan for a high-tech neighbourhood on Toronto's waterfront has been shelved after Google affiliate Sidewalk Labs walked away from the project, citing "unprecedented economic uncertainty.
Fotwear retailer Aldo Group files for creditor protection amid COVID-19 pandemic

Fotwear retailer Aldo Group files for creditor protection amid COVID-19 pandemic

MONTREAL — Aldo Group Inc. says it is filing for creditor protection, stating that it plans to restructure the business as it reels from the hit brought on by COVID-19.
LaLiga: Saudis bidding for Newcastle are 'stealing football'

LaLiga: Saudis bidding for Newcastle are 'stealing football'

The president of the Spanish league wants the Premier League to consider the “damage” that Saudi Arabia's pirating of broadcasts has caused the sport before it decides whether to approve a takeover of Newcastle by the country's sovereign wealth fund.
Enbridge reports $1.43B Q1 loss, moves to cut costs, delay some spending

Enbridge reports $1.43B Q1 loss, moves to cut costs, delay some spending

CALGARY — Enbridge Inc. stock rose Thursday after it reported a $1.
Telus delays usual dividend increase amid COVID-19 but sees growth opportunities

Telus delays usual dividend increase amid COVID-19 but sees growth opportunities

VANCOUVER — Telus Corp. won't be raising its dividend until at least November because of the uncertain outcomes of the COVID-19 pandemic, chief executive Darren Entwistle told the company's virtual annual meeting Thursday.
Canadian Natural surprises by maintaining dividend while cutting spending

Canadian Natural surprises by maintaining dividend while cutting spending

CALGARY — Operating costs and production levels are set to fall at Canadian Natural Resources Ltd.
Nintendo marks profit jump as people stay home amid pandemic

Nintendo marks profit jump as people stay home amid pandemic

TOKYO — Japanese video-game maker Nintendo Co. scored a 33% jump in annual profit, as people stuck at home turn to playing games.
Execs say Bell well-positioned for eventual lifting of pandemic restrictions

Execs say Bell well-positioned for eventual lifting of pandemic restrictions

MONTREAL — BCE Inc. executives said Thursday that they are beginning to see early signs that customers are getting ready to emerge from COVID-19 restrictions and Bell Canada is in good position to respond.
Magna International reports drop in earnings as COVID-19 hits operations

Magna International reports drop in earnings as COVID-19 hits operations

AURORA, Ont. — Magna International Inc. says its first quarter earnings were down significantly from last year as the company was hit by factory shutdowns across its global operations. The autoparts maker, which reports in U.S.
Canadian Tire reports Q1 loss compared with a profit a year ago, sales dip

Canadian Tire reports Q1 loss compared with a profit a year ago, sales dip

TORONTO — Canadian Tire Corp. Ltd. reported a loss in its latest quarter as sales fell due to the steps taken to slow the spread of COVID-19, including the temporary closure of its SportChek and Mark's stores.