business
WestJet flight attendants' union serves 72-hour strike notice
The union representing 4,400 flight attendants at WestJet has issued 72-hour strike notice, setting the stage for a work stoppage that could ground flights in the middle of a busy summer long weekend. Source link
Despite WestJet wind-down plans, a strike isn't a sure bet, but the clock is ticking
WestJet, Canada’s second-largest airline, is preparing to wind-down operations ahead of a potential strike or lockout by its flight attendants. But an agreement to gradually halt operations doesn’t mean the company is guaranteed to go through a labour dispute, as negotiations between the union and the company continue. Source link
Copper wire theft has surged by 78% so far this year, Bell says
Bell says it’s seen a surge in copper wire thefts across its telecommunications infrastructure in 2026, which can disrupt phone and internet services. Source link
U.S. ban on foreign-made humanoid robots targets China over security risks
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission is banning imports of new foreign-made humanoid robots and power inverters, citing national security risks, in a move that targets China. Source link
What is open-weight AI, the tech behind Kimi K3 that's turning heads in Silicon Valley?
The freedom and lower price tag of open-weight models is turning the heads of business leaders in the west, where the merits have prompted letters from top tech leaders warning against restrictions on open models, despite the potential for security risks. Source link
Prime Video to exclusively broadcast Wednesday night national NHL regular-season games in Canada
Amazon’s Prime Video will exclusively broadcast Wednesday night national NHL regular-season games in Canada in English and French beginning next season, as part of a new 12-year sub-licensing agreement with Rogers Communications Inc. Source link
Gordie Howe bridge means smoother transport, but not lower consumer prices: truckers
High diesel fuel prices following a tough couple of years for the industry mean the cost savings may not trickle down to consumers any time soon. Source link
TD report predicts 'meaningful' GDP boost from West Coast pipeline
A new oil pipeline to the West Coast would lift Canada and Alberta’s gross domestic product, but perhaps not to the degree the provincial and federal governments are forecasting, says a new report from TD Economics. Source link
Waymo’s driverless cars involved in 68% fewer crashes than human drivers, U.S. study finds
Waymo driverless cars were involved in 68 per cent fewer crashes than human drivers over a three-year period across four U.S. cities, according to new data from the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Source link
Interprovincial booze rules may be easing, but other trade barriers still remain
Though it will soon be easier for Canadians to buy alcohol from outside their home provinces, a litany of other barriers remain. Here’s a look at some key issues that hinder the free flow of goods, services and labour between provinces. Source link