Economy - Hold the North

Saskatchewan Potash Town Unfazed by Trump’s Belarus Threat

Global News Canada
September 23, 2026
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A Saskatchewan potash town is downplaying Donald Trump’s threat to source potash from Belarus. The mayor says residents are not currently worried or experiencing effects from the remarks.

Ottawa Offers Indigenous Groups a 15% Equity Stake in the Trans Mountain Pipeline

APTN
September 23, 2026
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The federal government is offering Indigenous groups a 15% ownership stake in the Trans Mountain pipeline. The plan includes financial and advisory support to help participation.

AFN Chief Urges Ottawa Not to Rush Bill C-39 or a West Coast Pipeline Decision

APTN
September 23, 2026
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The Assembly of First Nations national chief is warning Ottawa against moving too quickly on Bill C-39 and a possible West Coast pipeline designation. She says First Nations engagement must come first.

Ontario Long-Term Care Homes Are Relying More on Emergency Bailouts

Toronto
September 23, 2026
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Ontario long-term care facilities are increasingly turning to the province’s homes in distress fund to avoid collapse. The trend points to worsening financial pressure across the sector.

Poor Worker Health and Caregiving Could Cost Canada More Than $100 Billion in 2025

Global Health
September 23, 2026
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A Deloitte Canada report says poor worker health and caregiving gaps could cost the Canadian economy more than $100 billion in 2025. The findings highlight mounting pressures on employers, health systems and the labour market.