Alberta's Top 10 Business Stories of 2025
A look back at Alberta's tumultuous 2025 business landscape, dominated by U.S. tariffs, a landmark energy MOU, and major corporate battles. Explore the year's defining moments.
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New Assessment Measures for Grey Bruce Health Unit Board
Following a provincial takeover, board members of the Grey Bruce Health Unit will now be subject to new performance assessment measures. Learn about the changes and their implications for public health governance in Ontario.
PWHL players excited for Edmonton's Rogers Place experience
Professional Women's Hockey League stars are thrilled to play at Rogers Place in Edmonton during the upcoming Takeover Tour stop. Discover their excitement and the event's significance for women's sports in Canada.
U.S. Carbon Capture Firm Sees Alberta as Ideal Launchpad
Mantel Capture begins engineering study for carbon capture at an Alberta oilsands site, highlighting the province's advantages for scaling the crucial climate technology. Learn about the potential impact.
PWHL Takeover Tour inspires next generation in Halifax
Local PWHL stars, including Marie-Philip Poulin, showcased their talent in Halifax, hoping to inspire young athletes. The event featured a shootout victory on December 17, 2025.
Oilsands Producers Plan Growth Despite Crude Price Decline
Canada's major oilsands companies, led by Cenovus, forecast higher 2026 output despite a looming global supply glut. Discover how pipeline capacity is driving this counter-cyclical strategy.
PWHL Takeover Tour kicks off in Halifax Wednesday
The Professional Women's Hockey League's Takeover Tour begins in Halifax on Wednesday night, marking an exciting milestone for the sport in Atlantic Canada. Get the details on this historic event.
Warner Bros. Rejects Paramount Bid as 'Inferior' to Netflix Deal
Warner Bros. Discovery's board advises shareholders to reject Paramount's hostile takeover, citing 'inadequate' value and financing risks. The board unanimously backs the existing Netflix merger agreement.
Warner Bros. Discovery Rejects Paramount Bid
The board of Warner Bros. Discovery has formally rejected an unsolicited takeover bid from rival Paramount Global. The decision, announced on December 17, 2025, leaves the media giant's current strategic path intact.
Halifax Aims to Win PWHL Team with Takeover Tour Games
Halifax hosts its first PWHL Takeover Tour game, a key test for the city's bid to land a professional women's hockey franchise. Discover the opportunities and challenges facing the Maritime market.
Canadian Natural earmarks 2026 capital for oilsands work
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. forecasts a modest rise in 2026 spending and production to fund early-stage work on future oilsands expansions, signaling continued investment in Alberta's energy sector.
NDP Leader Marit Stiles tours North Bay amid health, education crises
Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles visited North Bay, criticizing the province's takeover of a local school board and recent hospital job cuts. Read her full assessment of the northern crises.
Canadian Ingenuity Turns Alberta's Oilsands into Cash Cow
A century of innovation turned Alberta's vast oilsands from a geological curiosity into a pillar of the Canadian economy, defying the 'resource curse' narrative. Discover the story of persistence and technical brilliance.
Netflix's $82.7B Warner Deal Faces Hollywood Backlash
Hollywood's major guilds and theatre owners urge regulators to block Netflix's proposed $82.7 billion acquisition of Warner Bros., citing antitrust concerns and threats to jobs and content diversity.
Oil Could Be Next TSX Driver After Gold's 2025 Surge
National Bank strategists predict Canada's energy sector, no longer seen as a 'stranded asset,' could power the TSX next year following a federal policy shift, while gold fueled 2025's record run.
ENWIN Takes Over E.L.K. Energy in Windsor
ENWIN Utilities has officially taken over operations of E.L.K. Energy Inc. in Windsor, marking a significant shift in the city's local utility landscape. Learn the details of the acquisition.
Province Assumes Control of Near North District School Board
The Ontario government has taken over the Near North District School Board following a scathing report and ongoing dysfunction. Get the latest on the intervention and what it means for students.
Alberta's Oilsands Used to Make Carbon Fibre
A groundbreaking facility in Edmonton transforms Alberta oilsands bitumen into carbon fibre, creating potential for hockey sticks, wind turbines, and a new $40B industry.
Ontario seizes control of real estate regulator
Ontario government intervenes to take over RECO following mishandling of iPro Realty scandal. Learn about the implications for real estate regulation in the province.
Anglo-Teck Deal Clears Canada Security Test
Canada's national security review for Anglo American's proposed Teck Resources takeover has lapsed, clearing one major hurdle. The deal now faces a crucial economic benefit assessment.
Ontario threatens takeover of troubled Near North School Board
The Ontario government warns Near North District School Board of potential provincial takeover amid construction delays and dysfunction. Parry Sound students face remote learning as crisis deepens.
Soldiers seize power in Guinea-Bissau in apparent coup
Soldiers in Guinea-Bissau appeared on state television announcing they have seized power in the West African nation. The apparent coup occurred on November 26, 2025.
BHP walks away from Anglo American takeover attempt
BHP withdraws from Anglo American acquisition, creating opportunity for Teck Resources merger. Canadian mining sector faces major restructuring as global giants reposition.
BHP Ends Anglo American Takeover Bid
BHP Group has abandoned its renewed takeover attempt for Anglo American, choosing to focus on its existing portfolio after the rival miner rejected the bid in favour of its planned tie-up with Canada's Teck Resources.
Plantro bids $384M to acquire Dye & Durham
Investment firm Plantro proposes $384 million acquisition of legal tech company Dye & Durham, offering more than double the current share price amid company's financial challenges.
Ontario education minister eyes more board takeovers
Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra signals potential school board takeovers following passage of Bill 33. Learn how this legislation expands government oversight powers.
BC real estate agent takes over murdered Hells Angel's company
A suspended BC real estate agent assumed control of a company owned by a murdered Hells Angel, renaming the business while under regulatory suspension. Read the full investigation.
Cenovus finalizes MEG Energy takeover deal
Cenovus Energy has officially completed its acquisition of MEG Energy, marking the end of a lengthy takeover process. The deal strengthens Canada's energy sector consolidation.
MEG Energy reports $159M Q3 profit, down from 2024
Canadian oilsands producer MEG Energy reports $159 million in Q3 2025 profit, reflecting year-over-year decline amid changing market conditions. Learn how Alberta's energy sector is adapting.
Montreal Victoire in PWHL Takeover Tour Across Canada, US
Montreal Victoire will play five neutral-site games in Quebec City, Halifax, Winnipeg, Washington, and Detroit as part of PWHL's expanded Takeover Tour featuring 16 games.
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