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'A board-level topic': Energy sector routinely target of cyberattackers, experts say

'A board-level topic': Energy sector routinely target of cyberattackers, experts say

CALGARY — Cybersecurity experts aren't surprised by the revelation contained within a package of leaked U.S. intelligence documents suggesting Russian-backed hackers successfully gained access to Canada's natural gas distribution network.
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Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

Most actively traded companies on the Toronto Stock Exchange

TORONTO — Some of the most active companies traded Monday on the Toronto Stock Exchange: Toronto Stock Exchange (20,275.82, up 79.13): Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ). Energy. Up 33 cents, or 0.42 per cent, to $79.26 on 13.5 million shares.
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Sleep Country to buy Casper's Canadian operations for $20.6 million

Sleep Country to buy Casper's Canadian operations for $20.6 million

TORONTO — Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. announced Monday it will acquire Casper Sleep Inc.'s Canadian operations. Toronto-based mattress retailer Sleep Country will pay US$20.6 million for the U.S. mattress-in-a-box company's Canadian assets.
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S&P/TSX composite posts small Monday gain, U.S. markets mixed

S&P/TSX composite posts small Monday gain, U.S. markets mixed

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index ticked upward Monday thanks to broad-based strength while U.S. markets were mixed. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 79.13 points at 20,275.82. In New York, the Dow Jones industrial average was up 101.
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Teck ramps up rhetoric against Glencore offer, pushes own plan to spilt company

Teck ramps up rhetoric against Glencore offer, pushes own plan to spilt company

VANCOUVER — Teck Resources Ltd. has ramped up its rhetoric against a unsolicited takeover bid by Swiss mining giant Glencore while arguing for its own restructuring plan.
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Regional routes see higher airfares, fewer flights even as new carriers emerge

Regional routes see higher airfares, fewer flights even as new carriers emerge

MONTREAL — Whether you're catching a flight, opening a new bank account or picking up groceries, a small group of big names takes up most of the market share. Competition Ltd.
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Scotiabank picks new head of international banking from outside ranks

Scotiabank picks new head of international banking from outside ranks

TORONTO — The top ranks of Scotiabank will have another new face as the bank said Monday that Francisco Aristeguieta will lead the bank's international division.
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More than 40% of farm operators to retire by 2033: report

More than 40% of farm operators to retire by 2033: report

TORONTO — A new report says more than 40 per cent of farm operators will retire over the next decade, leaving Canada with a shortage.
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Cannabis company Phoena will wind down business under creditor protection

Cannabis company Phoena will wind down business under creditor protection

Phoena Holdings Inc. plans to wind down its business and has obtained creditor protection for a second time. Documents filed with a Toronto court show the Vaughan, Ont. cannabis company previously called CannTrust Holdings Inc.
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Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week

TORONTO — Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: Tilray results Cannabis company Tilray Brands Inc. will report its latest quarterly results after the close of trading on Monday.
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