Facebook rebrand to Meta is a bid to represent the future of technology
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg says Facebook’s rebrand to Meta represents the future of the internet and a shift within the company. Meta derives from the term “metaverse” which is defined as a 3D digital world that can be easily accessed through the internet. Famous online gaming sites such as... Read more
Podcast: The Pinch – Your Money Moves featuring Akilah Allen-Silverstein and Vanessa Bowen
Natashia Wynter, the host of The Pinch, speaks to financial experts about student loans and ways to manage our finances. Akilah Allen-Silverstein is a Certified Financial Planner, and Vanessa Bowen is an accountant, financial coach, and the founder of Mint Worthy. Read more
Provincial vaccine passport causes chaos, confusion for businesses
Since Ontario’s vaccine passport inception last week, it has caused a lot of chaos and confusion for both business owners and patrons alike. Matthew Percy, catering manager at the Arts and Letters Club of Toronto, says it’s often the businesses who end up dealing the short end of the... Read more
Employees hoping federal candidates will prioritize small business recovery
During 2020 and into this year, small businesses struggled because of the pandemic. Business owners were forced out of work and thousands of employees suffered unexpected temporary or permanent job losses. “Being out of work for almost a year made it difficult to stay motivated and stay positive and... Read more
Some young people prefer working from home a year into the pandemic
By Josh Welsh Over the last year, young people across the province have been forced to adapt to new circumstances. While some have found it challenging, other young people have embraced their new routines – and aren’t so sure they want to return to how their work life was... Read more
Nasdaq fall pushed by big tech slide has experts warning of inflation surge

Reuters journalists report on NASDAQ falling led by a slide in big technology firms. Release of minutes awaited from U.S. Federal Reserve’s January meeting.

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Walmart investors push advertising and healthcare services amid pandemic boom

Walmart investors want to push for more advertising and healthcare services after receiving a huge boost in revenue amidst the pandemic.

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Trucking in Canada faces acute shortages
Canada is suffering an acute trucking labour shortage, according to the newest Trucking HR Canada (THRC) report released at a press conference at the Toronto Airport Marriott Hotel on March 11.  The report, titled The Road Ahead: Addressing Canada’s Trucking and Logistics Industry Labour Shortage, looks at the reasons... Read more
Dean Blundell talks about the state of Toronto’s radio scene
Dean Blundell is a controversial radio personality who has worked at several radio stations in Toronto including The Edge and Sportsnet The FAN 590. Known for his colourful personality and wise-guy-like takes, Blundell has built a fan base that wants nothing more than to listen to him talk on... Read more
UK lawmakers again reject all Brexit options
Britain could be heading towards a no deal brexit after UK lawmakers rejected four Brexit alternative Brexit following a round of parliamentary meetings. Members in the House of Commons voted against the options poised by Britain’s Prime Minister Theresa May on Monday. The UK must come to an agreement... Read more