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Tariffs could lead to 160,000 job losses in second quarter: Conference Board

The economy could shrink at an annualized rate of 5.4% in the second quarter, the research group said

By Ian Bickis - The Canadian Press | March 31, 2025

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Industry projects Eastern Canadian ice storm to be a Cat event

Storm damage similar to 2018 storm that caused $250 million in damage (unadjusted for inflation).

March 31, 2025

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IBC’s thoughts on tax provisions in provincial budget

Quebec will increase the tax rate on insurance premiums to harmonize it with the provincial sales tax

By Jason Contant | March 31, 2025

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M&A

The strategy behind Westland’s new benefits brand launch

The brokerage's acquired benefits firms will be united under its new brand.

By Alyssa DiSabatino | March 31, 2025

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