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Glace Bay will receive a $500K federal grant for the development of the New Dawn Youth and Family Centre. The centre will improve access to workforce training and help Nova Scotians build entrepreneurship, digital literacy, and youth leadership skills.

Two infrastructure projects in Beaurivage and Grand Bouctouche received $7.1M in federal funding. Beaurivage will receive upgrades to water mains, wastewater processing, and road and walkway restoration to support the construction of 150 new housing units. Grand Bouctouche will receive road resurfacing and sidewalk restoration.

The federal government is providing up to $6M to a Manitoba program that aims to hire 90 family doctors over three years. The program speeds up licensing for internationally trained physicians with the goal of improving access to health care in rural and northern communities.

Rutgers University has signed a licensing agreement with Atlantic Aqua Farms to bring its disease-resistant oysters to Canadian shellfish fisheries. The agreement gives the company the rights to distribute disease-resistant brood stock in an effort to combat major losses caused by disease.

Two new infrastructure projects have received funding in Happy-Valley-Goose Bay. The first project will extend the 3.5KM Kelland Drive Multi-use Trail and upgrade culverts, crosswalks, and asphalt paving. The second project will help with the purchase of a new van for the Happy-Valley-Goose Bay Housing and Homelessness Coalition.

The Newfoundland and Labrador government is seeking to staff 45 new long-term care beds at the Western Memorial Regional Hospital. Renovations to the hospital are currently underway and the province has set aside $21M to staff them. Fifteen beds will open in the spring and the remaining thirty will be open by next fall.

A new urgent care clinic in Mount Pearl has been unable to open due to staffing issues. A similar problem has been impacting the Urgent Care Centre East care centre in St. John’s; staffing shortages have led to shutdowns and service reductions. The NL Health Services is actively recruiting in an effort to stabilize staffing.

In preparation for the 2029 Canada Summer Games, the federal and provincial governments are investing $18.6M for the renovation of the Canada Games Aquatic Centre in Saint John. Renovations will include replacing the centre's electrical system, lighting systems, HVAC equipment, and overall maintenance.

The Government of Yukon is providing $14.4M in advance funding to Yukon Hospitals in an effort to expedite work on a planned expansion at Whitehorse General Hospital. The facility is facing significant capacity pressures and was operating at 146% capacity in June.

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Agency are extending outpatient laboratory hours at the Stanton Territorial Hospital in Yellowknife, accommodating an additional 38 appointments each day.

Agnico Eagle plans to invest $2.4B to bring the Hope Bay mine back into production, creating an estimated 2,000 direct and indirect jobs at the site southwest of Cambridge Bay. The mine currently employs nearly 100 Inuit workers out of a total workforce of 800 staff and contractors, up from 37 in June. Agnico Eagle recently signed an amended framework agreement with the Kitikmeot Inuit Association outlining royalty rates.

The Government of Canada and the Government of Saskatchewan are spending a combined $73.5M as part of the Build Canada Strong initiative for 10 projects in the province to improve water, wastewater, drainage and sewage infrastructure. Projects include extending the sanitary sewer system in La Ronge, water treatment upgrades in Shellbrook and Arcola, and a wastewater expansion in Estevan.

The Métis Nation of Saskatchewan will build of 12 new tiny homes in Buffalo Narrows, La Loche and Cumberland House. The governments of Canada and Saskatchewan contributed a combined $1.5M through the National Housing Strategy - Saskatchewan Priorities Initiative, and the Rental Development Program. The $3.26M project is expected to be completed in spring 2027.

The Portage la Prairie School Division is taking over a local adult learning centre following the closure of its previous operator, the Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology. The transition will take place over the course of the 2026-2027 school year and is not expected to impact students.

The provincial government is providing $1.2M to Manitoba’s cultural festivals. More than $985,000 will be split by three major Winnipeg events: Folklorama, Manito Ahbee Festival, and Festival du Voyageur. The remaining $221,800 will be divided among 44 smaller festivals across the province.

Fisher River Cree Nation is struggling with a shortage of educational assistants, as 14% of the students in its elementary and high schools require one-on-one classroom support. The Interlake community needs at least 40 more educational assistants but lacks the funding for the additional hires.

Canadian Utilities is advancing the $2.9 billion Yellowhead Mainline Project, a natural gas pipeline designed to help meet growing energy demand in Alberta. Construction is expected to create approximately 2,000 direct jobs and an estimated 12,000 additional construction-related jobs, while supporting approximately 20,000 permanent jobs once operational.

Villages Calgary, a retail store specializing in handmade and artisan products, is closing after more than 40 years in operation. The business sourced goods directly from more than 98 artisan groups in Calgary and across Canada.

The Government of Alberta announced the Alberta Satellite Rebate Program is now open. The rebate allows eligible households receive up to a $1,000 one-time rebate for the cost of satellite internet.

The federal government will be funding more than $250K in the construction of a new active transportation trail in Alberton. The construction will include more than 600 metres of trail alongside new curbs and gutters to ensure effective drainage and safe trekking.

Nova Scotia recruited 278 new physicians last year and is aiming to recruit even more this year. The province currently has 75 physician specialist vacancies and will continue to recruit more in an effort to increase access to both general and specialized care across Nova Scotia.

The provincial government is investing $100K to upgrade the North Preston Day Care Centre. The 54-year-old day care centre will be receiving new energy-efficient heat pumps, solar panels, insulation, and general repairs.

New Brunswick will receive a $219M loan from the Canada Infrastructure Bank to help modernize the Mactaquac dam to extend its operational life from 2030 to 2068. The loan will go towards upgrades as well as technical studies, regulatory reviews, and First Nations engagement and planning.

MINISO, a Chinese retail chain, opened its first international SUPER MINISO store at Square One Shopping Centre in Mississauga

Honey Badger Silver plans to invest $650M over three years to restart the Prairie Creek mine northwest of Nahanni Butte, NWT. The project currently employs 20 to 40 workers, with employment expected to reach about 200 when operations begin in mid-2028.

The fire department serving the Town of Carman and the Rural Municipality of Dufferin has begun construction on an expansion to its building. The project will create more space for equipment storage as well as a new wellness and workout area for firefighters.

Dolly's, a country bar, has opened in the St. Lawrence neighbourhood in Toronto

Quynh Nhi, a Vietnamese restaurant, has reopened at a new downtown London location

Discount retailer Giant Tiger is closing its store on Winnipeg’s Pembina Highway, the third Manitoba location to shut down in recent months. Stores in downtown Winnipeg and The Pas shuttered this summer, while Winnipeg locations on McPhillips and Main St. closed two years ago.

Northback Holdings Corp., a subsidiary of Australia's Hancock Prospecting, is pursuing plans to reopen the former Grassy Mountain coal mine in southwestern Alberta. The proposal marks the company's second attempt since the project was rejected in 2021 over environmental concerns, and would restart coal mining at a site that has been inactive for nearly 60 years.

Píhtikwé Skatepark has moved into a former Snap Fitness gym in downtown Winnipeg, just a few blocks from its previous location at the former Portage Place Staples. The skatepark was forced to relocate when sections of Portage Place Mall closed for redevelopment in fall of 2025.

The Île Lamèque fisher’s cooperative, which employs up to 360 seasonal workers in its crab and lobster processing plant, is facing possible restructuring or asset sales due to insolvency. Its leadership is aiming to preserve local employment as it attempts to restructure or attract buyers. The cooperative has until January to present restructuring plans or a buyer.

The federal and Yukon governments are renewing the Working Together bilateral agreement, which will provide $52.1M over seven years to improve access to health care across the territory. The agreement will support priorities such as strengthening the health workforce, improving access to family health, mental health, and substance use services, and modernizing Yukon’s health system.

The Government of the Northwest Territories has published a land use plan for the Yellowknife Airport, outlining plans for future airport development. Currently, construction is underway on runway and safety areas and design planning is in progress for washroom upgrades.

The RCMP has upgraded its single-engine jet aircraft in the Northwest Territories, replacing it with a $21.5M twin-engine plane that it expects will improve speed and capacity. The NWT RCMP currently employs two pilots and will review staffing requirements after a few months with the new aircraft.

The Government of Nunavut is planning to restart a pilot program offering transit services to elders in five communities. The government has allocated $1.25M in additional funding to launch in 2027 once a company is found to operate the service. Five accessible vans will serve Iqaluit, Cambridge Bay, Rankin Inlet, Coral Harbour, and Pangnirtung.

Southwest Terminal (SWT), a grain company in Swift Current, plans to expand operations into value added processing and a commercial pasta production facility. The project is made possible through funding received from the federal and provincial governments. The work to prepare the site is currently underway at the Swift Current location and is expected to be completed in May 2027.

The federal government is providing over $11.2M through PrairiesCan to support eight Saskatchewan organizations under the Regional Tariff Response Initiative and Business Scale-up and Productivity programs. The funding will help businesses respond to tariff-related uncertainty and enter new markets. The projects are expected to support more than 147 jobs.

Greenhouse production has been increasing in the western provinces, with B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba all posting growth in the market value of harvest from 2021 to 2025. Manitoba recorded the largest increase in productivity over this period, at 16%.

More than 110 workers with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet have successfully unionized and are now part of the Manitoba Government and General Employees Union. The new local includes food services, teaching, administrative, and facilities staff, while dancers and production staff are already represented by other unions.

Harvest Manitoba has received a $5M private donation toward its planned food transformation centre, a $46M facility that aims to distribute about 13M kilograms of food each year and support 40,000 families monthly. It is scheduled to open in 2028-2029.

The Government of Manitoba has completed a $13M expansion to Maryland Park School in Brandon, increasing the building’s capacity by nearly two-thirds. The project adds more than 17,000 sq. ft. of space to the school, including 13 new classrooms.

The Norwegian-based energy giant Equinor has announced the sale of 30% of the proposed Bay du Nord oil project to Shell. With this new partnership, the company plans to announce the final details of the project next year. Equinor expects the creation of thousands of jobs over the course of the $14B project’s lifetime.

A new federal investment of almost $1.5M for the Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) will provide three years of funding to support the initiative. JEDI delivers programs and services that help Indigenous businesses build business capacity, improve workforce skills, and support economic development planning.

The government of New Brunswick announced funding for mobile health workers at the Fredericton Downtown Community Health Centre who work with the city’s unhoused population. The funding will go towards the addition of two registered nurses, a social worker, and an administrative support worker.

The Fredericton-based Faster Than Light (FTL) has proposed plans for a $2.7B data centre in Miramichi. FTL stated that the project will create 2000 temporary jobs throughout its construction, as well as 600 permanent jobs upon completion. Additionally, the company promised at least 25% indigenous ownership of the project.

The government of New Brunswick is investing an additional $200K into the Book and Periodical Publishers Operational Support Program, bringing the project’s funding to $550K for the next four years. The project issues grants to help authors cover the costs of producing and publishing books.

Construction has begun on a new 12-storey, 188-unit rental apartment building near Bayfield Mall in Barrie, with completion expected in about two years

AlumaPower Corporation and Promart Industrial Products Ltd. in Sarnia are receiving nearly $5M combined from the federal government to strengthen operations, improve productivity, and pursue new opportunities

The governments of Canada and Yukon are providing a combined $2.7M to the Big Blue Daycare, a child care centre that recently began construction in Dawson City. The 32-space facility is scheduled to open next fall and will replace a smaller 20-space day care nearby.

The Qikiqtani Inuit Association is spending $18.2M to build a new wellness and childhood development centre in Iglulik, with construction slated to begin in 2027. The facility will house a preschool program called Aboriginal Head Start as well as the Iglulik Wellness Committee, which organizes community events and activities.

The Métis Nation of Saskatchewan opened a new community support centre in Beauval on October 8. The facility will provide economic, social, and mental health supports, as well as education and housing services for the Métis community.

Planned Parenthood Regina has suspended services for over a month due to a shortage of nurse practitioners. The clinic provides accessible sexual health services and educational programs to residents and surrounding communities. The clinic has been unable to recruit a full-time nurse practitioner for more than three years.

Manitoba Public Insurance is providing $36,000 to the Ste. Anne Police Service through its Enhanced Enforcement Program, adding to $65,000 it disbursed earlier this year. The funds will allow the service to continue traffic patrols on Highway 12 and the Trans Canada Highway.

The North American Indigenous Games will take place in Winnipeg in July 2028, returning to Manitoba for the first time since 2002. Norway House Cree Nation and the Southern Chiefs’ Organization are the hosts, and expect more than 5,000 athletes to attend.

The Government of Manitoba is funding a new RCMP position dedicated to livestock and other agricultural theft. There were 57 cases of cattle theft or fraud reported in the province between 2021 and 2025.

The Peace River Regional District has awarded a tender worth more than $721K for the Charlie Lake valve replacement project to Big League Utilities. The project will involve the installation of eight new valves, the repair of seven valves and the removal of three blow-off valves.

The City of Williams Lake has awarded a $64.5K contract to HCMA Architecture and Design for a feasibility study regarding a new indoor multisport facility. Currently, players need to go to other communities to train, but a new facility could increase local sports opportunities. The study and other pre-construction work is expected to take around three years.

BCAA is providing $750K for mental health support to several wildfire-affected communities across British Columbia, including a family wellness and resilience program in Williams Lake. The new program will launch in 2027 and will be operated by the Canadian Mental Health Association.

The Upper Nicola Band announced the opening of the Quilchena Community Centre on September 21. The 23K sq. ft. facility will serve as a gathering and cultural space for the community. Construction of the project began in May 2024.

The City of Kelowna has announced that nine new outdoor pickleball courts have opened at Glenmore Recreation Park. The new courts are part of the ongoing improvements to the park.

Dong Tai Xiang Shanghai Dim Sum, a Vancouver restaurant, is closing its Cambie Street location on October 20.

Tocador, a cocktail bar, has announced it will close its location on Main Street in Vancouver on October 31.

Hero Sandwich Bar opened on Hillside Avenue in Victoria on October 2.

OK, Dope, a new comedy club, has opened on Cook Street in Victoria. The 90-seat venue also has a bar with some food options available.

The Town of Lake Cowichan has acquired roughly 97.5 acres of land from Mosaic for $1.4M. This land will support future community needs. The properties include around $400K in standing timber and a possible space for a new sewage lagoon.

The University of Alberta’s Clare Drake Arena is closed for renovations. The $10.9M project is slated to be completed next spring.

Coffee House 77 in Edmonton is now open, offering various beverages and foods.

The Government of Alberta is peoviding $12.5M to renovate the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital. The project will increase surgical capacity and support additional procedures while allowing the hospital to remain operational throughout construction. Work is expected to begin soon, with the renovated facilities anticipated to be fully operational by 2029.

The Government of Alberta is providing nearly $200 million to support projects that expand assisted living options for seniors and help them maintain their independence. In addition, the Assisted Living Innovation Grant Program is accepting applications until November 6, with up to $50 million available to eligible non-profit organizations to develop innovative assisted living projects and increase capacity for seniors.

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

The Memorial Arena Site Redevelopment project in downtown Bracebridge, Muskoka, is underway and will deliver 103 residential rental units, with occupancy planned by the end of 2028

The Government of Ontario is investing an additional $3M to expand dementia care supports to 13 morelong-term care homes across the province

Thunder Bay Public Library's Waverley Library received $1M from the federal government for accessibility and infrastructure improvements

The provincial government is investing more than $6.1M to support 14 agricultural projects across Northern Ontario aimed at improving productivity, expanding farmland, and creating new jobs

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

The federal government is investing $2B over eight years to retrofit one million homes. The investment will go towards two initiatives. The first is a heat pump rebate which will help up to 820K households switch to more efficient and sustainable electric pumps. The second will help apartment building owners retrofit over 280K units through affordable financing.

Silver North Resources has completed its 2026 drilling campaign at the Haldane Silver Property in Yukon’s Keno Hill Silver District. The program focused on expanding high-grade silver-lead-zinc mineralization zones and evaluating additional exploration targets. The program also included geophysical surveys, mapping, and prospecting. Initial drill results are expected in October 2026.

The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is now offering Aircraft Maintenance Engineering training through the Aviation Learning Centre in Saskatoon. The program is aimed at providing opportunities, capability, and pathways into the aerospace industry.

The Government of Saskatchewan's 2027 Agriculture Student Scholarship is now open for applications. Four scholarships are available for eligible students. The deadline for applications is March 1, 2027.

Marquis Downs, a horse racing venue in Saskatoon, is expected to complete demolition work by the end of November 2026. The area will then be levelled and converted into a parking lot.

Red River College Polytechnic is launching new bachelor of technology degrees in mechatronics and advanced manufacturing. The programs begin this January at the Winnipeg Notre Dame campus, and aim to prepare students for careers in robotics, automation, manufacturing, and data and cyber security.

A local non-profit organization has opened a low-cost grocery store in Elmwood, a Winnipeg neighbourhood considered by some residents to be a food desert. The Chalmers Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation will operate the store, buying canned goods, dry goods, and dairy products in bulk from larger retailers and selling them at cost.

The Village of Montrose has approved $65K in preliminary design and site investigation work from TRUE Consulting as part of the $2.4M Lower Reservoir Capacity Upgrade Project. The work is expected to be completed by February 2027.

The Downtown Vernon Association is providing up to $200K to businesses for security and storefront enhancements through its Façade Improvement Program. The program will reimburse businesses for 50% of their eligible costs, up to a maximum of $5K. The association will also work with Goodbye Graffiti through a one-year agreement to remove graffiti from 46 blocks.

Life Sciences BC has announced 10 companies for its 2027 Investor Readiness Program, designed to prepare emerging businesses for capital attraction to accelerate their growth. The program connects enterprises with entrepreneurs who provide mentorship and personalized coaching. The program is supported by funding from the National Research Council of Canada.

TransLink has begun construction on the BC Parkway between Imperial Street and Buller Avenue in Burnaby. The project will add separate pedestrian and cyclist paths as well as additional improvements. The project is expected to be completed in early 2028.

Bayside Lounge, a Vancouver restaurant, has announced that it will be closing its Davie Street location by the end of October.

Muji, a Japanese shop, is opening a new location at Mayfair Shopping Centre in Victoria on October 24.

Calgary has opened the new $26M Rocky Ridge Athletic Park, which includes two multi-use artificial turf fields and field lighting. The fields can be booked through the City's website and will support soccer and other field sports.

Construction has broken ground on a new $54M K-9 school in Airdrie. The school is expected to open for the 2028-29 school year and accommodate up to 905 students.

The Grande Prairie Police Service (GPPS) is set to assume responsibility for policing in the City of Grande Prairie on October 21, 2026, taking over from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) at the 6:00 a.m. shift change. The transition will establish GPPS as Alberta's first new municipal police service in more than 70 years.

The Government of Alberta is providing $2 million through the Youth Suicide Prevention Grant Program to support 14 community-based projects focused on preventing youth suicide. Funding will help community organizations deliver locally tailored supports that reflect the needs of the youth they serve and improve access to services when needed.

The Government of Alberta is providing $10M through the Primary Care Innovation Fund to support projects that improve access to healthcare, promote earlier intervention, and address community-specific needs. The next intake will allow applicants to apply under two funding streams: Primary Care Innovation and Health Equity and Prevention.

A new MRI machine was announced for Grand Falls-Windsor amid growing wait times for MRIs in the province. Healthcare experts argue that the wait times cannot be resolved by new machines unless current staffing shortages are addressed. Each machine requires qualified medical radiography and MRI technologists, which the province currently lacks.

N.B. Power is planning on raising rates by 17.4% over the next three years in an attempt to finance the modernization of aging infrastructure. In addition to the price hike, the company is looking to increase other fees, such as on water heater rentals. The province has already experienced a 36.4% price increase over the past four years.

The provincial government is investing over $47M over four years to help reduce wait times and improve patient care in emergency departments at 26 hospitals across Ontario

Construction has begun on a $30M, 24,700-sq.-ft. Provincial Offences Act Courthouse in Caledon, with completion expected in winter 2028.

Construction has begun on the new Ontario Poultry Research Centre in Elora, which will create over 220 construction jobs, and will support over 2,000 poultry farmers after its expected completion in summer 2028

Golden Olive, a Mediterranean restaurant, opened in Aurora

Construction has begun on a 48-unit residential development on the former Pelissier Street parking lot site in Windsor

The federal government is investing $20.5M to support 22 projects led by Community Futures Development Corporations across Northern Ontario, supporting more than 1,200 jobs

Coco Frutti, a restaurant chain specializing in breakfast, will soon open a location in Rawdon

Préski, an indoor alpine ski centre, opened its second location in Saint-Jérôme following a $1M investment

The Government of Alberta has launched a new intake of its Primary Care Innovation Fund to support projects that improve access to primary care, connect more Albertans with health-care providers, and reduce unnecessary hospital and emergency department visits. Eligible organizations can apply for funding to test and expand innovative approaches that strengthen patient care across the province.

A new MRI machine was announced for Grand Falls-Windsor amid growing wait times for MRIs in the province. Healthcare experts argue that the wait times cannot be resolved by new machines unless current staffing shortages are addressed. Each machine requires qualified medical radiography and MRI technologists, which the province currently lacks.

N.B. Power is planning on raising rates by 17.4% over the next three years in an attempt to finance the modernization of aging infrastructure. In addition to the price hike, the company is looking to increase other fees, such as on water heater rentals. The province has already experienced a 36.4% price increase over the past four years.

The City of Dawson Creek is nearing completion of several downtown improvements as part of its 2026 Capital Program. The projects include a streetlight replacement and pedestrian area improvements to improve the accessibility of public spaces.

Coeur Mining has reported that drilling at the New Afton mine in Kamloops has expanded the K-Zone copper-gold deposit by more than 300 metres in 2026. The company is investing $24M in exploration this year, with drilling and engineering studies aimed at assessing future development and supporting the mine's longer-term operations beyond its current plan.

A new 80-space Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs’ childcare centre has opened at Summerland Elementary School. The project was funded by $4.3M in ChildCareBC New Spaces funding from the Government of British Columbia in partnership with School District No. 67.

Canada Post is closing its location on Commercial Drive in East Vancouver on December 22 as part of its retail network reduction. According to Canada Post, the closure was undertaken by the dealer that was operating the outlet.

The City of Parksville has approved a development permit for a mixed-use rental and commercial development on Hirst Avenue East. The project includes 10 multi-family units on the top floor and 112 sq. metres of commercial space.

The Nostalgia Nook, a new retro store, opened on Douglas Street in Victoria on October 1.

PEI is taking over the administration of the Salvation Army’s Home Heating Program. The program offers low-income residents up to $1,200 in assistance, with applications open through Access PEI starting in November. This decision aims to improve access to funding for the program as well as to improve household energy affordability across the province.

Acadian Credit Union members have voted to merge with the East Coast Credit Union. The merger, which will take effect in 2027, will result in a credit union that manages approximately $2B in assets and serves more than 65,000 members across the province.

The Halifax-based energy company Emera is set to acquire Canadian Utilities Limited in a $14.3B deal. The deal will allow the company to attract more investment and respond to growing demand, including across international markets such as the United States and Barbados.

Casa Donato, an offshoot of Montreal's Ristorante Donato, opened in Toronto's Harbord Village

The City of Greater Sudbury is receiving $2.5M from the federal government for two programs aimed at reducing chronic and unsheltered homelessness

Porter Airlines will launch five new domestic routes from London, Ontario in spring 2027, including 20 weekly flights each to Montreal and Ottawa, 11 weekly flights to Vancouver, and daily service to Halifax and Edmonton

The Ville de La Tuque is investing $5M in a new transhipment centre at its ecocentre. The project is receiving $1.4M in government funding.

Arbec Forest Products, a manufacturer of wood panels, will temporarily suspend operations in Shawinigan starting December 28. As a result, around 125 employees will be laid off for at least three months.

Soucy, a manufacturer of recreational vehicle parts, is conducting a recruitment campaign to fill 75 positions in Drummondville

The Amiral, an 18-storey rental residential project with 283 units—nearly 10% of which will be affordable—will be built in Charlemagne thanks to a $100M investment

Santé Québec Chaudière-Appalaches, a health and social services organization, is looking to fill psychiatrist positions at the Thetford Mines hospital.

Cloria Île-des-Frères, a 135-unit rental housing project in Saint-Jérôme that includes 14 affordable housing units, welcomed its first residents this summer

Université Laval is investing $55M in constructing buildings for the Education Faculty and the Carrefour international Brian-Mulroney. Construction Blouin will soon start work on the project, which is scheduled to run until the 2028 school year.

The federal government is investing up to $2M to strengthen ties between the Canadian and Irish arts sectors, including $500K over two years to support Canadian presenters booking Canadian and Irish artists, matching a nearly $1.9M investment from the Government of Ireland.

The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing more than $203K combined to support steel and manufacturing workers in Hamilton, helping 75 workers and jobseekers

The NWT government is relaunching the Northwest Territories Producers Incentive Program to support film, television, and digital media projects in the territory. The program includes increased funding for pre-development and development projects and updated requirements aimed at improving the competitiveness of the NWT's film and media industry.

Subway is opening a new location in Hay River’s Wright Centre. Construction is currently underway, but an opening date has not yet been announced.

Bell Canada is proposing a major expansion of its Saskatchewan AI data centre project. The proposed $50B project could increase the facility’s capacity to 1.2 gigawatts and support approximately 500 on-site jobs and up to 3,000 indirect jobs. The company also plans to relocate its AI operations headquarters to Regina, creating about 100 management positions. No timeline has been announced.

The Government of Saskatchewan is spending $5.3M to rehabilitate a section of Highway 22 between Southey and Cupar. The project involves resurfacing over 16km of roadway to improve driving conditions and prevent moisture damage to the roadbed. Construction began in July 2026 and is expected to be completed by late fall 2026.

Shoemaker Drywall Supplies is adding a second location in Winnipeg, on Scurfield Blvd. The building materials company serves both professional contractors and do-it-yourself customers.

The Government of Manitoba is adding 100 beds in the community for patients who are waiting in hospitals for long-term care, housing, or other supports. These include beds at Siloam Mission, Ten Ten Sinclair Housing, N’Dinawemak, and the special needs unit at Deer Lodge Centre.

A Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine clinic (RAAM) has opened in The Pas, offering walk-in services for patients with high-risk substance use issues. The clinic is a partnership between the Northern Health Region and the Opaskwayak Health Authority.

Tourism in Manitoba set a record in 2025, with more than 11M travellers spending a total of $2.4B. While Manitobans and people from elsewhere in Canada accounted for most tourism, visits from Americans and other international tourists also grew by 52%.

The Legion Housing 55+ complex in Flin Flon is expanding, partnering with the municipal government to construct a second building with 20 new units of seniors housing. The timeline for the project is about two years.

Perkins&Will, a Vancouver architectural firm, is leading a study for non-proprietary prefabricated modular mass-timber systems for development across Canada. The approach aims to support domestic manufacturing while speeding up housing delivery.

The Government of Alberta and the Alberta Medical Association have ratified a three-year master pay deal. Details of the agreement will be shared once the it has been finalized.

A new FreshCo location in Calgary’s Sage Hill is set to replace the former Calgary Co-op location, which closed earlier this year. No openeing date has been announced for the anticipated FreshCo.

Porter Airlines announced a new nonstop route between Edmonton, AB and London, ON. The year-round service will run seven times weekly beginning May 6, 2027.

Halifax-based Emera Inc. and Calgary-based Canadian Utilities Ltd. announced plans to merge under a $72B deal, that would make it one of the largest utilities in Canada. The new company would operate as Emera with operational offices located in Calgary and Edmonton. The transaction remains subject to approvals in several jurisdictions.

Acadian Credit Union members have voted to merge with the East Coast Credit Union. The merger, which will take effect in 2027, will result in a credit union that manages approximately $2B in assets and serves more than 65,000 members across the province.

The Halifax-based energy company Emera is set to acquire Canadian Utilities Limited in a $14.3B deal. The deal will allow the company to attract more investment and respond to growing demand, including across international markets such as the United States and Barbados.

PEI is taking over the administration of the Salvation Army’s Home Heating Program. The program offers low-income residents up to $1,200 in assistance, with applications open through Access PEI starting in November. This decision aims to improve access to funding for the program as well as to improve household energy affordability across the province.

The Indigenous Men and Boys Nurturance Space has been launched at the Dze L’kant Friendship Centre Society in Smithers to help Indigenous men and boys break cycles of violence through culture, workshops and community supports. The project was funded for two years by a Path Forward grant from the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres.

The Royal Inland Hospital Foundation has announced that the Mercier House, a new nine-bedroom temporary accommodation, will open on October 27. The home will provide affordable spaces for patients travelling to Kamloops for medical care.

The City of Port Coquitlam has announced that the Multi-Sport Facility on Shaughnessy Street has begun construction. The project is expected to cost a total of nearly $12.5M and to be completed in late 2027. The Government of British Columbia provided $3M towards the project.

theVenti, a coffee shop, has closed its location on Dunsmuir Street in Vancouver. The brand still operates a location on Davie Street.

Linh Noodle Bar has opened a new café in the Fairmont Pacific Rim in Vancouver’s Coal Harbour neighbourhood.

Cascadia Development has partnered with Fiera Real Estate to launch a rental apartment community on Lonsdale Avenue in North Vancouver through its Canadian Built Opportunities Fund. The 66-unit community will have a mix of affordable and market rate homes. The project is expected to begin construction in 2027 and will be completed in 2029.

The Government of Canada has provided the University of British Columbia’s Immuno-Engineering and Biomanufacturing Hub with $1.55M to extend its pandemic preparedness work and support innovations that support Canada’s health security and sovereignty. The funds will support programs over three years as part of the federal government’s larger $67M Life Sciences Fund.

Genome BC is funding three project to strengthen the infrastructure that supports cancer research. The projects involve teams at Immfinity Biotechnologies, the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine and the University of British Columbia Okanagan and will support research capacity and innovation in B.C.’s life sciences sector.

Starting October 26, Metrobus will be reducing its weekday services on multiple St. John’s routes. This decision comes as the agency faces shortages of mechanics and transit operators, which limits their ability to maintain buses. Metrobus and the city state that recruitment is a top priority.

Santé Québec Gaspésie is looking to fill 105 positions in the region, including 44 in nursing. The demand also includes attendants, social workers, nutritionists, respiratory therapists, and psychologists.

The Collège Kiuna d’Odanak, the only Indigenous college in Quebec, will offer a new program in management and administration in the fall of 2027

The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing $2M across the province to help small businesses in the agri-food industry to expand operations and enhance food safety

BWXT Canada Ltd. has been selected to fabricate and deploy a Transportable Nuclear Power Plant to New Brunswick, expected to create over 150 jobs during development and support approximately 40 long-term positions once operational

The Township of North Glengarry has reached an agreement with the provincial government to reallocate $14.2M in savings from its wastewater expansion project into additional wastewater infrastructure improvements in Alexandria and Maxville

The provincial government is investing $100M to build two new student residences and new academic spaces at Trent University in Peterborough, expected to be completed by August 2029

AECOM Canada ULC was awarded a detail design contract from the provincial government to widen Highway 400 from six to 10 lanes between Highway 9 and the future Bradford Bypass

The NWT government has completed one of its largest forest restoration projects, planting more than 3.3 million native trees and shrubs in wildfire-affected areas near Sambaa Deh Falls. The nearly $4M project also supported local employment, creating 18 direct jobs for members of the Jean Marie River First Nation and employing nearly 100 tree planters overall.

The Sanikiluaq community daycare will temporarily relocate to Nuiyak School on October 26 while renovations are completed to expand the facility. The project will add new technology to support early learning and increase capacity from 20 to 30 child-care spaces. Renovations are expected to be completed by September 2027, and the expanded facility will allow the daycare to hire additional staff.

The federal and NWT governments are renewing the Working Together bilateral agreement, which will provide $51.2M over seven years to improve access to health care in the Northwest Territories. The two governments also announced over $90M in funding to support 16 health infrastructure projects in constructing and rehabilitating health facilities across 12 communities.

The City of Moose Jaw has begun construction on the Crescent View Headworks facility, which will replace the aging Crescent View lift station. The new $73M facility is designed to improve wastewater system reliability, reduce the risk of sewer backups and flooding, and increase capacity to support the community’s growing population. Construction is expected to continue through 2029.

Construction began last month on the first residential building in the Water Tower District, a $1.5B housing development in Winnipeg’s St. Boniface neighbourhood. The completed project could include up to 2,800 units, along with retail, recreational, and green space.

Brandon-based Genesis Hospitality Management has expanded into Calgary for the first time, acquiring two Marriott hotels near the city’s airport. The company now owns or manages 16 hotels across the country and employs about 1,100 people. It has four properties in Manitoba.

Statistics Canada has announced that lumber production fell 8.6% in July compared to June 2026. Annually, production fell 6.7% from July 2025. Sawmill production was down further, falling 10.3% from June and 7.8% from July 2025.

The federal and provincial governments will explore a potential high-speed rail link project, connecting Calgary, Red Deer, and Edmonton. The project will be referred to the Major Projects Office to support planning and coordination.

Construction of the Nostalgia Club, a private club in southeast Calgary, is now underway. The 400,000 sq. ft. is set to open in Fall 2029 with amenities including a luxury spa, multiple pools, and a fitness centre.

Construction of the Walden Fire Station and Library in Calgary is slated to begin October. The $30.2M project will include a permanent two-bay fire station and new Calgary Public Library branch. The temporary one-bay fire station will remain open during construction with expected completion in 2028.

Alberta’s Own Marketplace, a boutique in Canmore, is set to close its doors on November 15 with plans to move online in 2027.

Cenovus Energy Inc. is set to acquire Athabasca Oil Corp. for $5.7B with plans to increase production to 115,000 barrels per day by 2032. The company expects to close the deal in December 2026.

Felice Café in Edmonton closed its doors on October 1 after more than four years in business.

Starting October 26, Metrobus will be reducing its weekday services on multiple St. John’s routes. This decision comes as the agency faces shortages of mechanics and transit operators, which limits their ability to maintain buses. Metrobus and the city state that recruitment is a top priority.

Yang’s Fook Kee, a Chinese restaurant, has opened on Kingsway in Burnaby.

Burdy, a chicken sandwich restaurant, opened a sit-down restaurant on Anderson Street in Vancouver’s Granville Island area on October 2. The business was previously run out of a food bus.

The government of Newfoundland and Labrador is investing $1.2M in an initiative to attract young people to the fishing industry. Through school outreach and career fairs, the initiative aims to address the current aging labour force, as about one third of fishery workers are nearing retirement age.

Rising diesel prices are increasing costs for businesses across New Brunswick, prompting some to add fuel surcharges. Sustained cost pressures could affect hiring and employment growth while also driving up transportation, construction, and other business-related expenses throughout the province.

The obstetrics services at the Centre hospitalier du Granit in Lac-Mégantic resumed in early October after being closed for nearly a year. The services are operating only during daytime hours on weekdays.

Postmedia Network Inc. will end print editions for six Northern Ontario newspapers, close the Cochrane Times-Post and shut its North Bay printing plant, resulting in 11 job cuts

KGK Science, a clinical research company, is expanding its London operations with a new 3,000-sq.-ft. family health clinic. Renovations are expected to be completed by the end of October 2026, and the company plans to hire three physicians

A new K-8 school has opened in the Seven Oaks School Division in northwest Winnipeg. École Mino Pimatisiwin School has capacity for 700 students and includes a 119-space child care centre.

The government of Newfoundland and Labrador is investing $1.2M in an initiative to attract young people to the fishing industry. Through school outreach and career fairs, the initiative aims to address the current aging labour force, as about one third of fishery workers are nearing retirement age.

Rising diesel prices are increasing costs for businesses across New Brunswick, prompting some to add fuel surcharges. Sustained cost pressures could affect hiring and employment growth while also driving up transportation, construction, and other business-related expenses throughout the province.

Megabite Pizza closed its shop on Granville Street in Vancouver in late July. The chain still operates along Commercial, in Burnaby and Port Coquitlam.

Canadian Tire, a retailer in Châteauguay, is investing several million dollars in modernizing its store and integrating new digital tools. The work is scheduled to be completed in October 2026.

The New Oak Tree, a furniture retailer, is closing its locations in Carleton Place and in Pembroke in October 2026, due to rising costs, including from tariffs and diesel prices

Pancho Villa, a Mexican restaurant on Elgin Street in Ottawa, closed in September 2026

Golden Hour Café & Bar has opened on Winnipeg’s Corydon Avenue, employing 12 people.

Canada Packers, a Brandon-based pork producer, is entering its second year as an independent company after branching off from Maple Leaf Foods in 2025. More than 3,800 people work at its Brandon plant, which is the largest pork-processing facility in Western Canada.

The City of Kimberley has launched a Watershed Wildfire Risk Management Project. The project received $300K from the Columbia Basin Trust and $100K from the City. The project will help the City to understand and reduce wildfire risk around the community’s watersheds to protect drinking water supplies. The project is expected to take about two years.

The Town of Sidney has approved development permits for two rental projects that would include 201 homes. The developments will be located on Beacon Avenue West and White Birch Road. Several of the units will be offered at below-market rates. The projects also include construction of a multi-use path along the north side of Beacon Avenue West.

The City of Nanaimo has announced that the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre reopened on October 5, after completing $13.7M in upgrades. The project received about $3.9M from the Governments of Canada and British Columbia.

The Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities have announced $66.3M in funding for 162 energy efficiency projects across Canada through the Green Municipal Fund. Five Community Efficiency Financing projects and 33 Sustainable Affordable Housing projects will be located in British Columbia, for a total of over $8.5M in support.

The federal and provincial governments of PEI will invest more than $32M over three years to support public prescription drug coverage. The funding will support access to prescription medication and help sustain healthcare and pharmaceutical services in the province.

The municipal, provincial, and federal governments are investing more than $1.5 million in infrastructure improvements to support housing development in Shippagan. The funding will expand water and wastewater services and enable the construction of two new streets. These upgrades will support the construction of roughly 69 new homes in the area, creating opportunities for local workers and future homeowners.

The Coopérative forestière du Haut-Saint-Maurice is temporarily suspending a part of its operations. This decision will affect 125 lumber transport workers for one month.

H55 Canada, a company specializing in electric aircraft propulsion, plans to double its workforce of around 10 employees in Longueuil by hiring research and development and manufacturing engineers by 2027

Pioneer Transformers, a manufacturing company based in Granby, has invested $20M in modernizing its facilities and equipment

The Carrefour jeunesse emploi de la Vallée-de-la-Gatineau, located in Maniwaki, opened its new premises in early October, allowing it to offer all of its services at one location

Developers are opening a new greengrocer, Promo, in the Jonquière borough of Saguenay. They plan to open three more locations in 2027.

The federal government is investing nearly $26M to support the growth of 31 businesses and organizations across the Greater Toronto Area

Hammond Manufacturing Company Ltd. is investing nearly $26.5M, supported by more than $3.9M from the provincial government, to expand its Palmerston facility in Wellington County, creating around 30 jobs and retaining around 98 jobs once complete

Bruce-Grey Catholic District School Board broke ground on a new Catholic High School in Owen Sound, expected to be completed in 2028

Bel-Con Design-Builders Ltd. and Bar Electric each received contracts from the Town of Greater Napanee worth over $273K and $35K respectively to renew the municipal soccer field at 16 McPherson Drive, with construction expected to begin mid October 2026

Loyalist College in Belleville is adding two graduate certificate programs, Registered Nurse Critical Care Nursing and Cyber Security, starting in Fall 2027 to build specialized expertise in health care and cyber security

The arena at the Ennismore Community Centre in the Township of Selwyn reopened in September 2026 following a major renewal project

Generation Mining Limited, has begun construction of its $1.3B copper and palladium mine north of Marathon, Northwestern Ontario, expected to create up to 1,000 construction jobs and 400 mining jobs once operational in 2028

Fanshawe College has secured a $34.4M, four-year partnership with the Canadian Armed Forces to deliver aviation maintenance training for Royal Canadian Air Force technicians at Canadian Forces Base Borden, west of Barrie

Uquutaq Society’s new low-barrier shelter is scheduled to open in Iqaluit in January 2027. The $40M, three-storey facility will provide 44 shelter beds, 13 transitional housing units, and a daytime warming centre.

The federal government is providing over $270K through the New Horizons for Seniors Program to support 12 community-based projects for seniors across the NWT. The funding will support initiatives focused on digital literacy, fraud awareness and prevention, and intergenerational mentoring.

The federal government is providing more than $77M for a new small craft harbour in Arctic Bay, Nunavut. The project includes building a breakwater, launch ramp, wharves for large and small vessels, and dredging of the harbour basin and entrance channel. Construction began in August 2026 and is expected to continue until 2029, with the harbour scheduled to open in 2030.

Moose Jaw’s indoor rinks opened for the fall and winter seasons on October 1.

The Government of Manitoba is contributing $100,000 to a new activity and learning centre in Dauphin’s Maamawi Park. The project includes public art, play structures, and interactive learning elements developed with Indigenous partners.

The Government of Manitoba is committing $8M to building a new 24/7 facility in Thompson for Indigenous women and children leaving violence or experiencing housing insecurity. The 10-suite Mino'Ayaawag Ikwewag Northern Lodge will be a partnership between the Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre and the Infinity Women Secretariat.

Straight Outta Brooklyn Pizza opened a new 900 sq. ft. location on Kingsway on September 25 after its previous location was forced to close by ongoing redevelopment.

Spare, a Vancouver-based operational systems company, is expanding its AI platform to connect transit operations with city databases. The company was previously selected to modernize HandyDART operations across Metro Vancouver.

Trillium Animal Clinic, a veterinarian medicine clinic, is opening on Chaster Avenue in Duncan by mid-October.

Construction has begun on the new Penticton Fire Hall Headquarters, a $38M project to replace the existing Fire Hall #202. From the funding, $1M will go towards renovating the downtown Nanaimo Avenue fire hall to turn it into a satellite station.

The Government of Alberta announced a $5M investment to the Alberta University of the Arts in Calgary. The funding will be used to upgrade learning spaces, add flex and study areas and new audio-visual equipment.

The Government of Alberta announced a total investment of $2.5M for the Ethnocultural and Anti-Racism Grant programs. Applications are now open with up to $2M available through the Ethnocultural Grant program and up to $500,000 is available through the Anti-Racism Grant program. Both programs offer two streams of funding to support local cultural and anti-racism initiatives.

The federal and provincial governments of PEI will invest more than $32M over three years to support public prescription drug coverage. The funding will support access to prescription medication and help sustain healthcare and pharmaceutical services in the province.

The municipal, provincial, and federal governments are investing more than $1.5 million in infrastructure improvements to support housing development in Shippagan. The funding will expand water and wastewater services and enable the construction of two new streets. These upgrades will support the construction of roughly 69 new homes in the area, creating opportunities for local workers and future homeowners.

JAS Filtration, a manufacturer of air filters, is investing $15M in building a plant and its headquarters in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville. The expansion will create approximately 25 jobs, including positions for engineers and automation technicians.

OTO, a company specializing in car washes, is opening a location in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield with plans to create around 20 jobs. The construction of the facility represents over $2M in contracts awarded to businesses in the region.

TDF Canada, a manufacturer of nonwoven textiles, received a $15M interest-free loan from the provincial government to support the construction of its plant in Sorel-Tracy

The Université de Sherbrooke has received a $10M philanthropic donation to support Alzheimer’s disease research

Reitmans, a clothing retailer, laid off 41 employees at its head office in Montréal last September

The Bistro le Coup Monté in L’Assomption closed on September 28, 2026

The Fondation Lacourse pour l’autisme and the Société de l’Autisme Région Lanaudière (SARL) inaugurated a day centre in Terrebonne for adults living with autism spectrum disorder. The project was possible thanks to an investment of over $2M.

Sacré Péché, a gourmet restaurant in Saint-Élizabeth-de-Warwick, opened on October 1

Trécarré Microbrasserie, located in Saint-Côme, will start construction on its second establishment. This new location is intended to increase production and support its growth.

Starbucks, a café-style restaurant chain, has closed 10 locations in Quebec. These locations include three in Montréal, four in Montérégie, two in the Capitale-Nationale region, and one in the Laurentians.

La Cordée, a company specializing in selling sports and outdoor equipment, will close its last three stores in the coming weeks due to bankruptcy. As a result, 127 people will lose their jobs.

Quartz Co., an outdoor clothing retailer, will open a second permanent store in Montréal by the end of October

Seedbox, a digital technology company, laid off 97 people at its Montréal office. The regulatory, technological, and market environments are mentioned as justification.

H2 Analytics Inc., an Ottawa-based software company, is receiving $800K from the federal government for a more than $4.2M project that will help address training needs in defense and security sectors

Over 300 non-profit organizations, First Nations communities, and municipalities will together receive nearly $30M from the provincial government for recreation and cultural programs and facility improvements, and to support jobs across Ontario

Villeneuve Construction received a contract from the provincial government to replace the Hearst truck inspection on Highway 11, with the project expected to be completed in December 2026. The provincial government is also adding 14 kilometres of new passing lanes.

Qwelli, a gelato chain from Quebec, is opening a location at CF Sherway Gardens in Etobicoke

Kumon Math and Reading Centre opened a location in downtown Grimsby

Construction for Mount Pleasant Commons, a $19M, 136-unit affordable residential development in Brampton, is set to begin in February 2027, with the first residents expected to move in by late spring 2028

The federal government is investing over $20.5M to support 22 Community Futures Development Corporation projects across Northern Ontario, helping to create or maintain more than 1,200 jobs

Canada Rocket Company has begun construction of a $30M rocket engine test facility at the London International Airport, expected to create about 40 skilled jobs and support the company's broader rocket development program projected to create 1,000 jobs

The Capitol Theatre in Yellowknife is set to reopen in early 2027 under new ownership as The Reel North. The theatre will feature upgrades to seating, equipment, concessions, and ticketing systems, including advance ticket purchases, reserved seating, and mobile concession ordering.

Moose Jaw Co-op opened a new building centre on September 26. The new store offers building materials and support services for residential and commercial construction and renovation projects.

Saskatchewan’s minimum wage increased from $15.35 to $15.70 per hour on October 1, 2026.

Toronto-based Grid Metals is hoping to begin mining in southeastern Manitoba, having found a cesium deposit it describes as the second largest to be developed by a Western country. The company plans to apply for an environmental license this year and is seeking consent from Sagkeeng First Nation, whose traditional territory the potential project is on.

The provincial government has distributed $20M in relief funding to communities affected by severe flooding this spring and summer. More than 2,400 applications for assistance have been received from individuals and business, and 64 from local authorities.

The federal government is providing $2.6M to Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation for the creation of new multi-use pathways for walking and cycling.

H&A Art Caffe opened in Richmond in mid-September on Park Road. The café also includes an art studio that runs sessions for all ages.

Sweet7, a mango tea chain, closed its shop in Richmond on September 30.

Yin Ji Chang Fen, a rice roll chain, opened a new location on Kingsway in Burnaby on September 28. The location took over the former Green Basil Thai unit.

A new Starbucks coffee shop has opened at The Stories, a mixed-use tower on the Central Broadway corridor in Vancouver. The opening follows the announcement that Starbucks had closed about 250 locations, including three in Downtown Vancouver.

The Strathcona Gardens Aquatic Centre is opening in Campbell River on October 29. The new aquatic centre includes a 25-metre lap pool, a children’s splash area, a sauna and steam room, and accessible change facilities. Additional redevelopment work will continue into summer 2027 to create a nearby fitness centre. A third arena is also scheduled for construction by summer 2029.

Creative BC has announced that it will provide a maximum of over $1.3M to 14 projects through Production Program grants to support filmmakers in British Columbia. The grants will provide between $20K and $200K each to complete projects for broadcast, sale and distribution.

Talize, a Toronto-based thrift store, has announced that it is closing its Delta location on November 23. The brand’s Langley location will remain open.

According to Unifor, a deal between the Government of British Columbia and Domtar will reopen the Port Mellon mill on the Sunshine Coast following ratification of a new collective agreement. Domtar announced in August that it would shutdown the mill indefinitely due to a drop in demand, low prices and not enough available fibre.

The District of Saanich has opened another intake for the Heat Pump Financing Program. This intake will provide up to $12K in financing to help residents upgrade their heating systems to electric heat pumps.

Ksi Lisims LNG, a proposed floating natural gas liquefaction facility north of Prince Rupert, has secured a tentative supply deal from Centrica Energy ahead of a final investment decision expected at the end of the year. The UK utility company has signed an agreement for 1M tonnes of LNG a year for 20 years. The LNG facility has signed deals for 9M tonnes of its 12M tonnes of annual production.

CF Chinook Centre shopping mall in Calgary announced three stores are set to open soon, Old Navy in November 2026, with SportChek and Winners set to open in the spring of 2027.

The Government of Canada marked the new West Coast pipeline as the first project of national interest  under the Building Canada Act. The proposed 1,200km pipeline from Bruderheim, Alta., to Delta, B.C. is expected to be completed as early as 2032, and may create as many as 144,000 jobs at the height of construction.

The federal and provincial governments have announced a combined $3.9M investment in the Inuit community of Nain. The investment will upgrade the community’s wastewater management infrastructure and help strengthen climate resilience in the area. Funds will go towards replacing sanitary sewer mains and utility holes, installing inflow protectors, and completing surface grading work.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador announced an $8.25M investment to expand the Humberwood Treatment Centre in Corner Brook. The project will add four community-based detox beds and six additional inpatient treatment beds, improving access to addiction treatment and recovery services on the province’s west coast.

Chipotle Mexican Grill opened a new location on Harvey Avenue in Kelowna on September 30. The new location is expected to create about 30 jobs.

Merinov, a fisheries research centre in Gaspésie, is temporarily laying off six employees for a period of up to five months due to a seasonal decline in operations

The Director of Youth Protection in Outaouais is seeking to fill 24 positions for assessment and guidance specialists

The Boxéa Repentigny centre, a fitness centre specializing in boxing, inaugurated new facilities that enable it to offer more programs

Ios Estiatorio & Wine Bar, a Greek restaurant in Hamilton, has closed

CAA Travel is set to permanently close its Sault Ste. Marie store by late October 2026

The Nuclear Innovation Institute in Port Elgin launched the Canadian Centre for Space Isotopes to advance research and industry collaboration in the space isotope sector, aiming to grow the industry through 2030 and support jobs

Bottle Boss, a new liquor store, opened in Kamsack on September 25. The store employs three full-time staff and two part-time employees.

LNG Canada has announced it is moving ahead with the second phase of its Kitimat expansion project. The project is expected to double the facility’s production capacity and add up to 4K construction jobs to the site during peak activity. Once the expansion begins operating, LNG Canada expects to add about 90 permanent positions and 150 contractor jobs. A completion date has yet to be announced.

Tackipotcikan, a sawmill in Wemotaci, started operations with 20 employees, including around 15 who are of the Atikamekw community. About 12 other people are set to be trained in order to work there in the spring.

Jean Coutu opened a new pharmacy in Cowansville. The $7M project doubled the size of the pharmacy and created 10 new jobs.

Groupe HD, a real estate developer, is starting construction on the Orélis project, which will include 280 housing units and retail space in Montréal. Capital Property Development and Kastello Immobilier are partners in the project, which is scheduled to deliver its first housing units in 2028.

Original Pickleball opened a new centre in Saint-Jérôme that includes 15 indoor pickleball courts. The facility also features a bistro, rooms for business activities, and spaces for sports therapy specialists.

The Maison des aînés de Sainte-Élisabeth was inaugurated, representing an investment of $75M for 42 rooms

The County of Bruce broke ground on the $16.4M Eastridge Road Community Housing Development in Walkerton in late September 2026, which will create 41 affordable homes and expand housing options

Devries Site Services was awarded a $3.7M contract from the City of Belleville to construct roads and water and sewer infrastructure at the former fairgrounds site, with work expected to begin in fall 2026 and take up to one year to complete

Three Indigenous-led programs are receiving over $5.2M combined from the provincial government to support sport and recreation opportunities and programming for Indigenous communities across the province

Sigfusson Northern LTD received the construction manager contract from the provincial government for the Webequie Supply Road to connect Webequie First Nation to the Ring of Fire road network, expected to open by November 2030

Bushido, a sushi restaurant, will open inside Casa Loma in Toronto by late October 2026

The federal government and the City of Peterborough are investing over $7.5M to extend Peterborough’s Little Lake Loop by 1.15 km, adding pedestrian paths, cycle tracks, sidewalks, multi-use paths and landscaping

Taco Bell, a fast-food chain, will open a location on Ruth Avenue in Brampton

Construction has begun on a new emergency medical service station in the Township of Terrace Bay, supported by a $6M provincial government loan and expected to open by September 2027

The Government of Canada has announced around $1.2B to protect Canada’s ocean over the next four years, including $740M for ocean conservation, $136M to protect marine life and $186M to strengthen Indigenous partnerships. The funding is intended to support major LNG projects on British Columbia’s coast and support stewardship of the Lower Fraser River.

Ratio Coffee & Pastry is opening a new 400 sq. ft. location in Vernon at the Active Living Centre on November 1.

Xiaoyu Bistro opened at the Continental Shopping Centre in Richmond at the end of August.

Mosaic Forest Management has opened three additional forest areas to the public in the Sooke area. The areas are now available for public recreation as part of a pilot project expected to run until the end of the year.

FDU Vancouver is opening a new 70K sq. ft. university campus at Oakridge Park in October. The university says that the new campus was designed with the changing needs of the province’s workforce in mind.

Flair Airlines is launching a new non-stop Vancouver to Guanajuato route connecting the city to Central Mexico.

Shinohara Nexus Group, a Japanese manufacturer, has announced plans to occupy a portion of the former site of Western Forest Products’ Chemainus sawmill. The facility would employ up to 70 workers in building value-added components for homes.

Coquitlam City Council has voted to approve Quantum Properties’ Emerald, a new mid-rise building, in the Oakdale neighbourhood. The development will have 156 homes when completed.

Ashton, a fast-food chain, will open a new location at Carrefour Laval, in the city of the same name. This will be its third location in the Greater Montréal area.

The Sakku Innovative Building Solutions modular home factory in Arviat opened on September 29. The $75M facility plans to reach full production within 18 months and produce up to 40 single- and multi-family homes annually. Employment is expected to grow from 15 workers to 40 full-time positions by early 2028, with 100 additional indirect jobs created in transportation, installation, and finishing.

The federal and Yukon governments are providing $2.7M to support the construction of the Big Blue Daycare in Dawson. The new early learning and childcare facility will provide up to 32 spaces for children. Construction is underway, with the project expected to be completed in fall 2027.

The Yukon government is launching a rebate program to help local businesses manage costs associated with the Extended Producer Responsibility program for packaging and paper products. The temporary funding will help offset higher fees faced by Yukon businesses compared with those in Alberta and British Columbia while the territory continues efforts to align rates with other jurisdictions.

The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $650K to support the construction of eight housing units for individuals experiencing homelessness in North Battleford. The project, developed in partnership with the Battlefords Indian Métis Friendship Centre, will include two accessible units and shared programming space. Construction is expected to be completed in early 2027.

The Government of Canada is providing $27.1M to a Winnipeg drainage infrastructure project called the Rutland Trunk Sewer, which is also receiving $42.2M from the City of Winnipeg. About 2km of new land drainage trunk sewer will be installed in the Ferry Road district, expanding capacity and reducing the risk of basement flooding.

LNG Canada has announced that it will proceed with its Phase 2 expansion project for its liquefied natural gas export terminal in Kitimat. The expansion was one of five projects referred to the Government of Canada’s Major Projects Office last year and will double LNG Canada’s capacity to 28M tonnes per year.

The Government of Alberta is providing $64M over three years to complete construction of the Calgary Radiopharmaceutical Centre at the Foothills Medical Centre. An additional $7M will be contributed by The Alberta Cancer Foundation for specialized equipment and research labs. Construction is expected to be completed by 2029.

French President Emmanuel Macron has promised snow crab licenses to harvesters in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, allowing them to catch up to 1.5K tonnes off the coast of Canada, annually. Harvesters in Newfoundland and Labrador have expressed concern that the additional quota could affect their earnings. However, snow crab landed by Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon harvesters would continue to be processed in Canada.

The Government of New Brunswick will be increasing Research NB’s funding by $1M. This decision comes as a part of the province’s plan to grow the local economy by 10% by 2030 by boosting resource-based industries, education, technology, and defence. The funding will mainly go towards research in healthcare and technology.

The Point Lepreau Nuclear Generating Station has reopened after being temporarily closed earlier this month due to a leak. The plant began leaking heavy water in early September and was subsequently closed for repairs. The leak caused no risk to staff, members of the public, or the environment.

The Centre de la petite enfance Les Contes de Fées is opening a third facility with 80 spots in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville. The new daycare centre has nine rooms, including a nursery.

The Chaudron Enchanté, an immersive fast-food restaurant in Sherbrooke, opened in early October

The Collège Universel, a private college, inaugurated a new campus in Gatineau at the end of September, which can accommodate up to 2,000 students

Broccolini Construction Inc. and Coke Canada Bottling have broken ground on a new 62,000-sq.-ft. expansion at the bottler's Brampton facility, supporting up to 500 construction jobs and expected to be completed by late 2027

Wildlight Kitchen + Bar has announced that it will be closing its location on University Boulevard in Vancouver on November 28.

Starbucks closed atleast 37 stores across Canada in September 2026, including 12 in Ontario, as part of a broader plan to close 250 stores across North America

Stelco Holdings Inc., a steel manufacturer, announced plans to idle part of its Hamilton plant, affecting hundreds of workers

KFC closed its 27 Ruth Avenue location in Brampton

The Ontario government has begun construction to widen a 5-km section of Highway 11/17 from McGuire Road to Coughlin Road in Shuniah, northeast of Thunder Bay

The University of Windsor and Windsor Regional Hospital will benefit from a $160M precision oncology research investment in the Terry Fox Research Institute’s Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network, which includes $80M from the federal government

The Ville de Montréal is inaugurating the Pierrefonds-Roxboro aquatic complex in the West Island, which required an investment of $73.5M, including $7.5M from the Government of Quebec

The federal and NWT governments are jointly providing over $44.9M through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund to support water, wastewater, and solid waste infrastructure projects across the territories. The projects are expected to support the construction of up to 2,300 housing units and strengthen the infrastructure required to accommodate future growth.

Construction work on the Rankin Inlet Air Terminal Building is now complete. The project received $85.5M in federal funding to rehabilitate the airport’s runway, taxiways, and apron. The upgrades will improve air transportation safety and reliability, extend the airfield’s service life, and strengthen Rankin Inlet’s role as a regional transportation and logistics hub.

Buck or Two Plus, a new dollar store, is set to open in Moosomin on October 9. The store will offer a range of affordable products, including household goods, food items, craft supplies, and party supplies.

Traction Uranium has begun diamond drilling at the Aurora Uranium Project in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin. The program will test shallow conductive targets identified through recent geophysical surveys and support the evaluation and prioritization of prospective uranium targets across the property.

The Government of Manitoba is providing $1.7M to seven organizations supporting youth aging out of the care of Child and Family Services. It is also simplifying access to income assistance and creating a new social services team to help youth going through this transition.

A new tour company, Toba Tripper, offers guided excursions showcasing Manitoba destinations. Two of the three tours are in or around Winnipeg, while the third takes participants to the Interlake community of Gimli.

The federal government is providing $8.1M to the YMCA-YWCA to redevelop its building in downtown Winnipeg and expand some of its recreational and mental health programming. The organization, which is contributing $3.5M of its own funds to the project, will begin construction next month on upgrades to elevators, energy systems, and fitness areas.

The Government of Canada has announced that it is providing up to $22.4M to the Kelowna International Airport (YLW) through the Build Communities Strong Fund. These funds will support the YLW Economic Enabling Infrastructure Project which looks to construct new utility infrastructure at the airport to support future economic growth in the region.

The Canada Energy Regulator approved the toll settlement between Trans Mountain Corp. and companies that pay to ship their oil through the pipeline. Which allows Trans Mountain to contract up to 90% capacity from 80% with expansion plans currently underway for the pipeline expanding capacity to 1.19 MMB/d by late 2028.

The governments of Canada and New Brunswick are investing over $16M in wastewater infrastructure to enable new housing construction in Oromocto. This investment will support the Government of Canada’s goal to address the ongoing housing crisis and position the Town of Oromocto to accommodate the substantial population growth expected over the coming decade.

A labour force adjustment committee composed of provincial government representatives and stakeholders from the Nackawic-Millville area has been formed to support the approximately 350 employees impacted by the recent AV Nackawic pulp mill closure. The committee is coordinating employment counselling, information sessions, and a job fair for those impacted.

The Brassette L’Ami, a bar and restaurant in Louiseville, closed on October 11, 2026

Restaurant 108, a family-owned restaurant located in Cookshire-Eaton, announced that it will be closed indefinitely following a fire that damaged its building

DoorDash, a company specializing in takeout delivery, is looking for delivery drivers in Val-des-Sources in anticipation of the upcoming opening of a McDonald’s restaurant in the municipality of the same name

Rudy, a Toronto burger chain, will open a new location in Collingwood

Gibbons Irish Pub is opening a new location on Granville Street in Vancouver. The Toronto-based pub has begun hiring for front- and back-of-house staff. An exact opening date has yet to be announced but is expected sometime in November.

Skeetchestn Indian Band has begun building an $8M childcare centre expected to be completed by fall 2027. The centre will be 7.5K sq. ft. and have space for over 80 children.

Jopapas Pizza and Wings has closed its location in Milton

Dandy’s Artisan Ice Cream is closing its Regina locations. The business sold out of its remaining ice cream on September 27 and is expected to close in the coming days.

A Woodlands County official has reported that outstanding taxes from oil and gas companies total $2.7M, which accounts for 71% of all unpaid municipal taxes since 2020. Recovery efforts have begun by the county to get some of the taxes paid.

A $221.5K federal investment in the St. George’s Tennis Club in Dartmouth was announced as a part of the Build Communities Strong Fund. The investment will go towards resurfacing tennis courts, upgrading the facility's irrigation system, and adding new court fencing.

The school boards in Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean are looking to fill custodial and administrative positions. They are also recruiting for positions in childcare services, where there is a significant need for staff.

KrownCORP, a company specializing in plastic recycling in Richmond, ceased operations at the end of August 2026

NorthStar, a development company, has begun construction of LIVY, a 102-home project located on McAllister Avenue in Port Coquitlam. The development will also have commercial space on the ground level.

Nenagwas, a new village located south of Campbell River on North Vancouver Island, is being rebuilt for members of the Tlowitsis First Nation that were displaced from the area. The village has its own water treatment plant and 10 homes are complete so far. The community will add an additional 10 homes by next summer and a total of 100 more over the next seven years.

Norman's Garden Gallery, a Midland retailer has closed in September 2026

Ana's Hotspot, a Scarborough-based restaurant, opened a second location in Thornhill

Skoura, a specialty home décor and food retailer, has opened in downtown Windsor

Ricco Food Distributor Corp., a food distributor, has opened a new Cash & Carry outlet in Strathroy, west of London

The Municipality of Sanikiluaq has delayed the opening of a new $10M women’s emergency shelter due to renovation and design issues that require further work. The facility is intended to support women from across Nunavut seeking safety from abuse. Repairs are expected to begin soon, and the shelter could open within the next five weeks.

The Marine Recycling Corporation has relocated a former offshore drilling caisson in Tuktoyaktuk Harbour as part of a project to repurpose the structure. The remaining fuel will be used locally for heating, while the steel structure will be dismantled and reused to strengthen harbour docks. No timeline has been announced for the dock improvement work.

Peepeekisis Cree Nation has opened a new funeral home in Lorlie. The facility is Saskatchewan’s first Indigenous-owned funeral home and will offer cremation, traditional burials, memorial services and cultural ceremonies. The funeral home also includes gathering spaces, meeting rooms, a kitchen and catering services.

The Wellbriety Centre in Thompson is adding 40 new supportive housing units for up to 100 people affected by homelessness or addiction. Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak says it has plans to further expand the centre, which was established in 2023 and has seen increasing demand since.

The Clareview Community Recreation Centre’s aquatic centre in Edmonton will be closed October 10, 2026 to February 28, 2027, for renovations.

The Sunterra Market in Red Deer closed on September 26.

The Town of Cornwall has approved the sale of two hectares of land for the development of the town’s first long-term care home for seniors. The contract was awarded to the Mount Continuing Care Community, which will purchase the land for $490K in October. Set to open in 2029, the care centre will be able to house 80 residents and will create around 150 full-time jobs.

The Municipality of North Hatley, in partnership with the Government of Quebec, is dedicating nearly $4M to demolish and rebuild the Pleasant View Beach building in order to comply with riparian protection standards

Mr. Noodle Chen, a Chinese restaurant, opened at Central at Garden City in Richmond on September 28.

Nuan Nuan Beef Noodle House is opening a new location on Denman Street in Vancouver’s West End and has begun hiring. An opening date for the restaurant has yet to be announced.

Starbucks Canada has closed 250 stores across North America as part of a larger company overhaul, including several locations in British Columbia. Most of the stores shutdown on September 26. Impacted locations in the province include three in Vancouver as well as one each in Burnaby, Victoria, Kelowna, Osoyoos and Merritt.

The City of Coquitlam opened the new Burke Mountain Athletic Park on September 25. The park will support outdoor recreation in the Burke Mountain neighbourhood. It includes a running track, an artificial turf field and tennis courts. The project previously received $4M from the Government of British Columbia through the Growing Communities Fund and $5M from Wesbild.

The University of British Columbia has announced that the MacIsaac Health Building has opened. The team-based teaching clinic will provide primary care for over 4.4K people. Students from none health disciplines will learn alongside licensed healthcare professionals.

Nazko First Nation announced the opening of phase 1 of the Sump Lake – Chuntezni’ai Cultural Site on September 27. The site is intended to provide cultural learning and support tourism and economic development. The site was supported by several organizations including the First Peoples’ Cultural Council and the Northern Development Initiative Trust.

BC Transit has announced that 15 new 40 ft. electric buses are arriving in Whistler as part of its 125-vehicle launch across the province. The buses will arrive gradually and are expected to have finished by spring 2027. The first vehicles will be used to train staff before they become used more widely. The project has an overall cost of about $424M.

The Regional District of Okanagan Similkameen has approved $60K for the construction of the first phase of a new training centre at the Princeton Fire Department. The centre will provide training for departments throughout the region and will support the future Copper Mountain Mine rescue team.

Vector Institute, a non-profit organization based in Toronto, is receiving $30M from the provincial government to help advance responsible AI adoption across the province and unlock new job-creating opportunities

Lola's Gelato shop in Etobicoke will close in October 2026

Vietnam Noodle Star, a restaurant in Scarborough, closed in September 2026

Smash Daddy, an Ottawa-based burger chain, has softly opened its first Toronto location

Agora, a Greek restaurant, opened a new location in Yorkville in September 2026, its second Toronto location

Cultural Industries Ontario North is receiving over $850K from the federal government to help grow Northern Ontario's music, film and television industries, which is expected to create and maintain close to 45 full-time jobs

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario broke ground on a new $2.3M child care facility in Callander that will add 34 licensed spaces and is expected to open by the end of 2026

Starbucks, a specialty coffee and beverage chain, closed its Sainte-Sophie location on September 26, 2026

The Qikiqtani Inuit Association has opened a new Inuit-led research and training centre in Pond Inlet. The $34M facility aims to increase Inuit employment at the Mary River mine and expand local education opportunities. Amenities include heavy-equipment simulators, accommodation for 33 people, classrooms, a cafeteria, and a gym.

The Town of Hay River is receiving over $12M in federal and territorial funding to support a new long-term care home and municipal solid waste facility. The funding will support land development and servicing for the Sundog long-term care project, as well as planning and public consultation for a new waste management facility.

The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies and Boeing have jointly opened the expanded Saskatchewan Aviation Learning Centre. The upgraded facility features new classrooms, an avionics lab, and expanded hands-on training space to support aircraft maintenance training.

The new Weyburn General Hospital is expected to open this fall. The facility includes 25 acute-care beds, 10 inpatient mental health beds, emergency and ambulatory care services, laboratory and pharmacy services, and a STARS Air Ambulance heliport. Construction was completed in April.

About 4,000 new housing units will be available in downtown Winnipeg over the next three or four years, accommodating 6,000 residents. These include the Railside at the Forks apartment and condo project, as well as Market Lands, a mixed-use residential development in the Exchange District.

Manitoba’s first large-scale commercial greenhouse, located in Dauphin, plans to expand its operations next year amid the recent introduction of new federal tax incentives. Vermillion Growers Ltd. is planning to increase its 11 acres of tomato crop and is looking into adding other types of fruits and vegetables.

A new program for expectant mothers has launched in Thompson, offering support to women from northern Manitoba First Nations. Ikiskawasoot matches mothers with birth helpers, who help them navigate the health care system as they travel to the city to have their babies.

Assiniboine College is now offering its Early Childhood Education (ECE) program in Neepawa, beginning in January 2027. The college has been expanding its ECE programs across rural communities in recent years with the help of increased provincial funding.

The Government of Manitoba has hired 17 new psychiatrists in 2026, with 14 to work primarily in Winnipeg and three in the Selkirk Mental Health Centre.

BC Hydro has announced the opening of its electric vehicle fast-charging site at the Archine Browning Sports Centre in Esquimalt. The site has three 180 kW chargers and is able to charge up to six electric vehicles at one time.

Canpotex, a Saskatchewan-based potash exporter, has announced that it will spend $500M to refurbish and replace equipment at the Neptune Bulk Terminals at the Port of Vancouver. The project will help support potash export supply chains, while supporting jobs and economic growth.

Koko Japanese Eatery + Convenience in Calgary is set to close on September 30.

The Government of Alberta announced a $38.5M investment to build the infrastructure to support the proposed Alberta Motor Transport Association safety campus in Beaumont. The facility will offer specialized hands-on training for law enforcement and commercial transportation professionals.

On September 26, PEI will suspend its provincial fuel taxes on gasoline and diesel for four months. This change will reduce gasoline prices by 8.47 cents per litre and diesel prices by 14.15 cents per litre. The tax is scheduled to be reinstated in April 2027.

The government of Nova Scotia will be introducing levies on vehicle renewals for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles starting October 1. Electric vehicle owners will be paying $500 every two years, and plug-in hybrid vehicle owners will be paying $250. Owners who sell their vehicles partway through the vehicle permit period will receive a refund on part of the levy.

The Stephenville International Airport has reopened with a new owner and fuel provider. The airport closed in June 2025 due to utility payment issues and was subsequently sold to a subsidiary of BTG Capital.

The Atlantic Economic Panel released a blueprint to strengthen Atlantic Canada’s economy through greater regional cooperation, increased investment, and higher productivity. Recommendations include integrating electricity grids, expanding resource development, scaling AI adoption, and establishing a $1B prosperity fund to support business growth, attract investment, and create jobs throughout the region.

The federal and provincial governments have finalized an agreement to build and renew infrastructure throughout the province. Over the next 10 years, NB will receive more than $305M to support infrastructure projects, with an emphasis on those relating to housing and higher education. An additional $155M will go towards healthcare infrastructure over the next 3 years.

Atlantic Potash Millstream Corp. has begun drilling at its proposed potash mine near Sussex, advancing a project that could support up to 300 jobs. The deposit contains an estimated 52M tonnes of potash and is expected to produce 2M tonnes annually, with full-scale operations targeted within five years.

Panthera Dental, a dental device manufacturer, is investing $13M in expanding and upgrading its facilities in Québec. With plans to grow its workforce from 180 to 350 employees within five years, the company is looking to fill 15 positions and plans to begin recruiting again by summer 2027.

The Cégep de l’Outaouais inaugurated a new educational wing at the Gabrielle-Roy campus in Gatineau, thanks to a $28.7M investment from the Government of Quebec

Pizza Hut is closing a store on West 4th Avenue in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighbourhood. It will be replaced by a new restaurant, but the exact closing date of the Pizza Hut and the opening date of the new restaurant have yet to be announced.

Spice & Sea, a Qingdao restaurant, opened on September 18 on No. 3 Road near Aberdeen Square in Richmond.

Dolan, a Xinjiang restaurant, opened on Leslie Road in Richmond on September 2.

ABC has begun filming The Rookie: North television series in the Cloverdale area of Surrey. The production is expected to take several days and bring spending to the area.

Creative BC has announced a total of $200K of grants through the Demo Recording program to support 100 new and emerging artists in British Columbia. The funds are intended to reduce barriers for excluded groups and to provide access to mentorships with local music producers.

The Town of View Royal is opening an ambulance station in early October 2026 to provide dedicated service to the community. The new station will be staffed by full-time British Columbia Emergency Health Services paramedics.

The Government of Canada has announced that it is providing $80M over four years to the Terry Fox Research Institute to support its work in precision oncology research. The funding will support the Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network across the country.

The Mountain Equipment Company is opening a new 2.2K sq. ft. store in Main Street in Whistler on October 31.

The City of Kelowna has approved 87 new rental units on Saucier Avenue, a 100 rental suite building on the corner of St. Paul Street and Coronation Avenue, and an apartment-hotel project on Harvey Avenue with 168 hotel suites and 70 apartments.

Track installation work for the Broadway Subway in Vancouver has completed as part of the Millennium Line SkyTrain extension to Arbutus. The remaining work includes advanced testing, utility installation and completing the interiors and entrance buildings. The project is expected to be completed in late 2027.

The federal government issued a new call for proposals for its Women Entrepreneurship Strategy Fund, providing up to $80M in non-repayable contribution funding to successful applicants over four years starting in 2027-2028

The Northeastern Catholic District School Board is cutting 10 full-time education assistant positions, 2 early childhood educator positions and 1 secretary position for the 2026–27 school year

Soluroc, a parts manufacturer, is investing over $5.4M to expand its Cobourg facility by 18,000-sq.-ft., creating 12 new jobs. In support of this investment, Soluroc is receiving $500K in provincial funding.

Shay Ristorante, an Italian restaurant, opened in Midtown Toronto in October 2026

Horio Taverna, a Greek restaurant, opened in Toronto's Danforth neighbourhood

The provincial government is investing $49M over three years in the Ontario Small Business Advisory Centres network to support entrepreneurs and small businesses amid U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty

Jimmy John’s has opened a new location on Sandwich West Parkway in LaSalle, southwest of Windsor

EllisDon Corporation has been selected as general contractor for PowerCo Canada’s up to $7B St. Thomas battery gigafactory, which is expected to support up to 1,300 construction jobs and begin operations in 2029

Twelve northern Ontario manufacturing companies are receiving more than $3.4M combined from the provincial government to expand operations, upgrade facilities and purchase equipment, creating approximately 80 jobs

Santé Québec Laurentides is beginning preparatory work for the modernization of the Saint-Jérôme Hospital. The entire renovation project is expected to be completed by 2032.

MONTONI and Claridge Inc. are jointly investing $30M in building around 20 industrial condos intended for sale in Boisbriand. Delivery is scheduled for the spring of 2027.

The Centre de pédiatrie sociale de la Haute-Yamaska, located in Granby, officially inaugurated its new premises. The facility opening follows the centre’s move to better meet the demand for services.

An emergency centre for people experiencing homelessness has opened in Cowansville. The project required an investment of $2.6M.

CAE, a flight simulator manufacturer headquartered in Saint-Laurent, has announced that 105 positions will be cut. Of these positions, 90 are in Quebec.

Gold Strike Resources has completed its 2026 drill program at the Florin Gold Project in Yukon’s Tombstone Gold Belt. The 11-hole program tested extensions of known mineralization and explored new targets. Assay results are pending, though all holes intersected geological features with potential to host gold mineralization.

The federal and Yukon governments, the Yukon Lotteries Commission, and the Arctic Winter Games Society are providing over $2M to support the Yukon’s sports and recreation sector. The funding will support athlete development, coaching and leadership training, rural and Indigenous sports initiatives, special projects, and recreational facility operations.

Greenridge Exploration has completed its 2026 summer exploration program at the Hook-Carter Uranium Project in Saskatchewan’s Athabasca Basin. The program included geophysical surveys, soil sampling, and LiDAR mapping to help identify and evaluate prospective uranium targets and structural features for future exploration.

Melfort Hospital’s outpatient laboratory services will face temporary service disruptions due to staffing shortages. Outpatient lab services will be unavailable on September 28-30 and October 1, 2, 8, and 9. Patients requiring lab work during these dates are being directed to facilities in Tisdale, Nipawin, or Prince Albert.

The City of Moose Jaw has nearly completed its $35M Highway 2 overpass project. The project replaces two aging bridges and upgrades the interchange. Final paving, grading, and site restoration work remain, with completion expected by mid-October.

The Pinehouse Housing Corporation is constructing a new six-unit affordable rental development for families in Pinehouse. The $1.67M project will support low-income families and households that require smaller accommodation.

Manitoba’s first potash mine hopes to triple its current size and significantly ramp up production over the next five years, a plan that would require $400M in investment and generate $350-$450M in annual sales. The Potash Agri Development Corp. of Manitoba, located near Harrowby, could add 85 to 110 staff as it scales up operations.

The federal and provincial governments are providing a joint $500,000 to train Manitoba aerospace and manufacturing workers in applied artificial intelligence and other digital technologies. The training will be delivered by Manitoba Aerospace and Defence with support from Mode40, a data intelligence company.

The Government of Manitoba is providing $80,000 to the Selkirk and District Curling Club, which will allow it to complete renovations such as roof repairs, flooring replacement, and energy efficiency upgrades.

Thinkific, a Vancouver-based online learning platform, has announced the elimination of 96 positions as part of a company-wide restructuring estimated to save US$19M a year. The layoffs primarily affected teams supporting small and medium-sized business customers. The number of Canadian employees affected has not been disclosed.

Be-a-Bella candy shop is set to open another location in Edmonton on October 8.

Tsuut’ina Nation held a ground-breaking ceremony for a new 140,000 sq./ft Walmart Supercentre in Taza Park. The location is slated to open fall 2027.

The Government of Alberta announced an investment of $14M to support 20 sport and recreation infrastructure projects. The funding is available to eligible groups, non-profits and societies including First Nations and Metis Settlements. The application process will open in the spring of 2027.

The Government of Alberta announced an additional $1M investment from 2026 to 2029 for the expansion of Genome Alberta’s work placement program. The funding aims to support about 20 one-year placements with 18 to 20 small and medium-sized businesses in Alberta. Graduates will develop skills in various areas, including data analysis and artificial intelligence.

The Government of NS, in collaboration with Zzap Architecture and Planning, is finalizing preliminary designs for affordable public housing in Eastern Passage. Construction on eight new apartments is expected to begin next year, all located in an existing neighbourhood with access to schools, daycare and employment opportunities.

A funding agreement with the Canada Games Host Society has been finalized for the 2029 Canada Summer Games, which are to be held in southern NB. The $11.85 million investment will support the operation of the Games, including staffing, medical services, logistics, and event delivery. The 2029 Games are expected to boost economic activity in the province by $200M.

Santé Québec Gaspésie is seeking to fill up to 11 physician positions

The Ville de L’Île-Perrot is inaugurating a fire station built with an investment of nearly $9M. The Government of Quebec contributed $4.5M to the project.

Immostar, a real estate developer, will start work in November to develop a new iQC industrial park in Québec, with construction set to begin in 2027

The Wing Restaurant and Pub on Main Street in West Kelowna has closed.

Vine Coffee Roasters has opened a new café at Artesano Nails in the Kitsilano neighbourhood of Vancouver. This café is the brand’s first physical location.

Runaway, a new Amazon-produced television series, set to premiere in spring 2027, is filming in Fort Langley. Shoots already took place in September and an additional three to six days of filming are set for October and November. If the series continues, the producers expect to return to the location.

The Town of Ladysmith has joined the Government of British Columbia’s electric kick scooters pilot project to allow e-scooters in the municipality. The results will be used by the provincial government to determine whether the scooters should be authorized more widely.

Kelowna is expanding the McKinley Beach Marina with 104 new boat slips. The new slips will help meet growing demand for moorage at the marina.

Okanagan College has opened a new 101-bed housing facility on its Penticton campus. The facility has begun operating for the fall semester.

The City of Maple Ridge has launched the Velocity Enhanced Development Approvals program to speed up development projects that support city priorities like affordable housing and growth near transit. The program assigns eligible applicants with a dedicated City contact and approvals team during the intake process to help them navigate the planning process.

The provincial government launched Level Up! skilled trades career fairs in 12 communities across Ontario in fall 2026, to introduce students, families and jobseekers to in-demand careers in the skilled trades

Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry is expanding its family medicine residency program into Sarnia-Lambton and Oxford County, adding four new residency positions beginning in 2027

Harry Rosen, a Canadian menswear retailer, opened a new three-storey, 38,000-sq.-ft. flagship store in Toronto`s Yorkville neighbourhood

The Village of Ridgeview Court, a new 192-bed long-term care home in Milton, has opened and will support 200 jobs in nursing, personal support work, nutrition services, programming and administration

Neebing Fire and Emergency Services, near Thunder Bay opened a new $2.3M decontamination facility in September

Construction of Wiigwas Elder and Senior Care, the first component of Kenora’s 126-acre Campus of Care, is expected to begin in June 2027

Domaine du Jeune Saule, a mental health resource for young people, recently opened its new facility in Mascouche following a $2.7M investment

The Office municipal d’habitation de Chibougamau-Chapais started construction on 50 social housing units last August as part of the Renaissance project. The project required a $34M investment.

The Quebec Beverage Container Recycling Association, a non-profit organization, inaugurated a Consignaction site in Acton Vale

The Vignoble Clos Ste-Croix, in Dunham, announced that it is ceasing operations

Velyon, a development firm, is investing $85M in building a seven-storey residential building called Le Marius in the Sainte-Rose neighbourhood in Laval. The project will include 238 units, with some of these being affordable housing. The Fonds de solidarité FTQ is contributing funding to the project.

The Royal Canadian Air Force is planning to build a $5B air base in Iqaluit, with construction expected to occur between 2029 and 2040. Planned infrastructure upgrades include a longer runway, ammunition storage, fuelling stations, hangars, operation centres, and warehouses. A request for construction proposals is expected in January 2028.

Great Plains College is offering a one-time Early Childhood Education Level 1 training program at its Maple Creek campus in November 2026. The part-time program will prepare students for careers in childcare and help support staffing needs for a new child-care facility planned for the community.

The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan are providing $1.5 million to build 12 tiny homes in Buffalo Narrows, La Loche, and Cumberland House. The Métis Nation-Saskatchewan is leading the project, which aims to expand affordable housing options for Métis citizens in northern Saskatchewan. The homes are expected to be completed by spring 2027.

Quintex Services Ltd., a Winnipeg industrial laundry company, has acquired local competitor Mat Master. It is expected that 90% of Mat Master’s 35 employees will transition to working for Quintex, which currently employs about 130 people.

The Government of Manitoba has committed $3.8M to the creation of a French language culinary arts facility in Winnipeg’s St. Boniface neighbourhood. The facility will be operated by Division scolaire franco-manitobaine and will be the division’s first dedicated vocational training space. The funding will cover the land purchase and initial design work.

A new hockey and ringette arena has opened in La Salle, just outside of Winnipeg. It was built with the assistance of $2.5M in provincial support along with over $1.8M in community fundraising.

Elections BC will hire roughly 17K workers to run the provincial election on regular and advanced voting days. Elections BC has asked the Government of British Columbia to provide $50M to support the election process.

Chipotle, a Mexican chain restaurant, is opening a new location on Harvey Avenue in Kelowna.

Helios, a new bakery, opened on Commercial Drive in Vancouver on September 22.

Jersey Mike’s Subs has announced that it is opening a new location on West 4th Avenue in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighbourhood on November 25, 2026. The chain restaurant also opened a location in Kelowna in July and in Chilliwack in August. The brand’s Canadian operators plan to open 300 Jersey Mike’s restaurants in Canada by 2034.

Four Bite Burger has opened a new food court stall at the Bentall Centre in Vancouver.

Starbucks has announced they will close 250 underperforming coffeehouses across North America by the end of the 2026 fiscal year as part of efforts to increase sales. The company did not say which locations would be closed or how many employees are affected. Some employees will be transferred to other stores. In 2025, the company closed 627 locations in North America and laid off 900 employees.

Living Lakes Canada, the Okanagan Indian Band and Westbank First Nation have launched a three-year survey of Okanagan Lake’s shoreline. The project will examine 290 km of the lake’s shoreline to determine the overall health of the lake. The first phase of the project has already begun and the second phase is expected to take place in summer 2027.

The District of Saanich has approved a rezoning and development permit for a 249-unit rental project on the corner of Cloverdale Avenue and Alder Street. The project would be made up of two six-storey buildings.

Calgary-based FinTech Woveo and the Business Development Bank of Canada have partnered to launch a microlending program. The $10M project aims to provide small and medium-sized businesses with loans of up to $25,000 across Canada, with the current exception of Quebec.

Lethbridge Polytechnic will offer a two-year Primary Care diploma for paramedics next fall. Applications for the program open October 1.

A ground-breaking ceremony was held for the new K-8 school in Cochrane. The school is slated to open for the 2028-29 school year with planned capacity of 905 students.

The Government of Alberta announced a $4.9M investment to First Nations and First Nations education authorities with schools on reserves. The funding will support First Nations school boards to fund various supports for students including access to mental health supports and specialized learning services.

The Government of Alberta announced the launch of WorkFirst, the province's new Talent Exchange online platform which supports qualified job seekers and employers to connect. The platform uses technology to match skills and experience allowing employers to fill urgent roles.

Farmers in P.E.I are concerned that increased diesel prices could impact their profitability and place upward pressure on food prices. According to Natural Resources Canada, the average cost of diesel has increased by $0.50 litres since 2022, with higher prices expected in the future. This price increase particularly affects the cost of operating heavy machinery.

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has launched a study into expanding and redeveloping St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital. Rather than building a new facility, which was estimated to cost over $10B, the government has opted to explore more affordable options.

The Centre de services scolaire de Saint-Hyacinthe will build a temporary eight-classroom building at the Casavant secondary school. The project is supported by $13.6M in funding from the provincial government and it will be completed by the 2027 school year.

The Conseil de bande de Uashat mak Mani-utenam has started construction work on a new health centre. The project represents an investment of $29M. The centre is scheduled to open in the summer of 2028.

La Trappe à Fromage, a cheese maker and fine grocer, announced that its location has reopened on Bellehumeur street in Gatineau

Groupe Riendeau, a meat producer and processor, is investing $20M in the Agtech Zone in L’Assomption. The investment will be used to construct a commercial building that will house two companies by April 2027. These businesses are Serlan, an adapted work enterprise, and Boréa Farms, a shrimp producer.

Bobino Bagel, a bagel shop, recently inaugurated a second location on Bellehumeur street in Gatineau

Nickels Delicatessen, a retro-style restaurant chain, has closed its location on Saint-Hubert street in Montréal. The reasons for the closure were not specified.

The Battlefords arena expansion project has begun construction. The $4.86M project will add new dressing rooms, accessible washrooms, and an expanded lobby. Crews aim to complete as much exterior work as possible before winter, with interior construction continuing through the colder months. The project is expected to be substantially complete by spring 2027.

The Government of Saskatchewan has begun a $1.3M bridge replacement project near Consul to replace an aging bridge nearing the end of its service life. Construction is expected to be completed by mid-November, weather permitting.

The City of Kamloops and Interior Health have announced a partnership to expand health care access and outreach services through the purchase of a mobile health care outreach van. The project was funded by the Government of Canada’s Emergency Treatment Fund and will help connect people to health care services. The van will begin service in October 2026.

The City of Penticton has announced that the 81-space Power Street YMCA Child Care Centre opened on September 22. The centre will provide childcare support for children up to 12 years old. The Government of British Columbia provided $3.9M to the project.

Providence Health Care is recruiting for over 1K positions for the new St. Paul’s Hospital, opening in early 2027. Positions with openings include nursing, allied health professionals and support services.

Remediation work at the abandoned Discovery Creek Mine near Carmacks is nearing completion. The $750K cleanup project removed contaminated soil, equipment, machinery, vehicles, and trailers from the site. Work is expected to conclude by the end of September, after which site inspections and a final closure certification will be completed.

Glóa Medical Aesthetics Clinic has relocated to a larger facility in Yellowknife and expanded its services. The clinic now offers dedicated perimenopause and menopause care, along with skincare, hair restoration, and cosmetic treatments.

Construction on a biogas plant in Penobsquis is expected to begin in October. The plant will process 135K tonnes of manure and aquaculture fish waste to produce 200K gigajoules of natural gas, all of which is expected to remain in province. The plant will also produce fertilizer as a byproduct, which will be distributed back to farmers.

Cultivator powered by Conexus renewed its partnerships with Innovation Saskatchewan and McKercher LLP, securing continued funding and legal support for its AgTech Accelerator program. The agreements will help ag tech startups access mentorship, industry connections, legal services, and investment opportunities while supporting innovation and business growth in Saskatchewan.

The Regina Floral Conservatory has proposed a new 42,000-square-foot conservatory in Wascana Park, with an estimated cost of $48M and a target opening date of late 2030. The project would replace the aging 60-year-old facility and is pursuing funding from federal, provincial, municipal, and private sources to support planning, construction, and future operations.

A regional transit service will soon connect Long Plain First Nation and the city of Portage la Prairie. The Arrowhead Transit pilot project is a partnership between the two communities that will undergo route testing in the upcoming weeks.

The Royal Canadian Air Force is moving away from in-house training for its aircraft technicians and has instead signed deals with 10 civilian post-secondary schools. Among these is Red River College Polytechnic, which will host its first cohort at its Winnipeg campus in fall 2027.

The Government of Manitoba is contributing $1.1M to the development of an indoor community pool in Dugald. The pool will be part of the Dugald Place assisted living residence, but will also be available to families and children and offer swimming lessons.

The Boundary Trails Health Centre in Winkler has installed four electric vehicle charging stations with $55,000 in funding from the federal government and a private community donor. The hospital hopes the stations will help both with patient accessibility and staff recruitment and retention.

The Government of Manitoba is spending $7.2M on improvements to Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park, including repairs to roads and parking areas. Construction will begin in 2027.

The provincial government is spending $146,000 to expand American Sign Language interpretation training for Indigenous Manitobans. The funding will be used to develop three new microcredentials to be offered in First Nations communities, and to fund four seats for Indigenous women in RRC Polytech’s existing ASL-English Interpretation program.

The Government of Alberta, in partnership with the Calgary Economic Development, announced a $1.1M investment for the Level Up program, which will provide local businesses with specialized training, coaching, and market-specific knowledge to diversify into new markets.

Langley Christian School opened a new middle school campus with space for 420 students on September 9. The 58K sq. ft. project cost about $27M.

Absolutely Fabrics, a Toronto fashion retailer, opened its 7,000-sq.-ft. flagship in Toronto's Summerhill neighbourhood in September 2026

Harnois Énergies, a petroleum products distributor, is looking to hire around 20 people in the Lanaudière region to fill various positions

The South Island Police Academy has opened in Victoria to train police recruits serving Central Saanich, Oak Bay, Saanich and Victoria. The academy will allow recruits to stay in their communities while undertaking training. It will train about 60 recruits over two years through a 39-week program.

Meeting In Chang’an, a Chinese food stall, has opened at Empire Centre in Richmond.

Fish Café has opened on West 41st Avenue in Vancouver’s Kerrisdale neighbourhood. The restaurant is reopening after its closure due to a fire in 2024.

The Columbia Basin Trust is providing $542K to 123 arts and culture projects in 2026/2027 throughout the Kootenay region. The funding will be distributed through the Columbia Kootenay Cultural Alliance.

Creative BC has announced it is providing nearly $252K across 26 Amplify BC grants to support music and sound recording businesses across British Columbia. The funds are intended to help recipients to expand their operations through staffing, costs, purchases, training and marketing.

The Canada Water Agency has provided the Shuswap Watershed Council with $140K to support a new freshwater ecosystem project that would aim to address phosphorus pollution and algal blooms in the Shuswap watershed.

The City of Kelowna has announced plans for a new $18M swim deck on Okanagan Lake. The project received funding from Swim Drink Fish’s Wave Prize, as well as $5.1M from the City. The project is expected to start construction in late 2026 and to be completed in 2027.

The District of Sooke has approved building permits for the Sooke Urgent and Primary Care Centre on Sitka Court. The project is expected to require about $8M in capital funding. Construction is expected to begin soon in 2026. The project is expected to take around two years to be completed.

The District of Lantzville has announced that construction is beginning on a 298-bed long-term care home on Lantzville Road. The facility will also include an 18-bed hospice and a 37-space childcare centre. The Government of British Columbia has provided the project with $236M and the Nanaimo Regional Hospital District has provided $114M. The project is expected to be completed in 2029.

The Government of Canada has approved FortisBC’s Tilbury Phase 2 LNG Expansion Project through the Impact Assessment Cooperation Agreement Between Canada and British Columbia. The project is expected to improve energy security while creating economic opportunities in the region.

Forests Canada has announced that over the last year the charity helped plant 3.7M trees nationwide. The organization works with planting partners, nurseries, forestry specialists, First Nations communities and governments to support forest recovery and resilience.

The 2026 NWT Nominee Program’s Employer Driven Stream held its fourth and final expression of interest draw on September 25. Approximately 100 candidates are expected to be selected. Profiles not chosen will remain eligible for consideration in future draws for up to 12 months after submission.

The Ikayuut solar and energy storage project in Naujaat has been completed. The project includes more than 3,000 solar panels and is expected to generate enough electricity to power about 60% of the hamlet while reducing diesel consumption by 400,000 litres annually.

The NWT government’s Hide and Fur Shop will close on September 25 as the government transitions sales of hide and fur materials to local distributors. The move reflects the growing capacity of northern businesses and is intended to improve access and flexibility for artists while supporting local retailers across the territory.

Daycares and preschools across NL have raised concerns that upcoming regulatory changes could lead to higher child care costs and place financial pressure on providers. Some have warned that certain centres may be at risk of closure as a new requirement for 100% enrolment by October 1 comes into effect, as this policy may disqualify many childcare providers from receiving full funding amounts.

The Government of New Brunswick is investing $10 million to expand health sector training capacity. Through funding provided to the Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick (CCNB) over three years, the initiative will increase training space and support the development of new healthcare-related programs. CCNB expects to graduate more than 330 additional healthcare professionals over the next five years, in critical health disciplines.

The Government of New Brunswick is investing $1.1 million to enhance collaborative and primary care services in Memramcook. The funding will support the creation of new positions, including primary care providers, nurses, social workers, and administrative staff, helping to strengthen access to primary healthcare for residents. This announcement comes as a part of NB’s efforts to increase access to collaborative care throughout the province.

The Lions Housing Centre is ending a day program it has offered to seniors in Winnipeg’s Charleswood neighbourhood for 30 years. The Charleswood Adult Day Club will close at the end of October. The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority says it will move participants to other programs, and may eventually start up a new program in the area.

University College of the North is now offering a degree program focusing on Cree language proficiency, culture, and history. The Bachelor of Ininimowin program is offered at campuses in Thompson and The Pas.

The Town of Niverville will begin construction on a new fire hall next spring. The building will be significantly larger than the existing fire hall, with six truck bays and additional space for classrooms, equipment, and storage. There are currently about 40 volunteer firefighters in Niverville.