Edge Writer: The Canadian Press

Plan helps eliminate toxic work environment that layoffs can produce

Malaise continues despite Canada's budget and Obama's economic plan

Dampened U.S. resource demands are making bad situation worse

Booming economy draws newcomers, but commodity prices worrying

But critics say action fails to address fear of future shortfalls

Bailouts ruled out as government touts new business model proposal

New VP running mate recently approved TransCanada pipeline plan

CEO apologizes for losing money in 'incorrectly priced' transactions

Futurists and observers weigh in on an almost unthinkable future

Voluntary reporting of information breaches is rare, says commissioner

Weakness starting to show in employment stats

Company aiming at sustainable growth

Groups critical of carbon footprint

Strong wireless, wireline business growth spark first-quarter profits

Companies realize benefits in higher morale, loyalty and recruiting

Plan aimed at eliminating disincentives created by royalty regime

But Calgary now second to Vancouver as costliest city in country

Report says mortgage levels should drop in months ahead

Travel operators fear expensive gas will drive away business this summer

Shift in trade balance may last awhile, says economist

Six to nine months until outcome is clear

Treat it like tobacco, says social scientist

Edmonton's Ghermezian family inks deals with seven First Nations

Canada's trade record with the rest of the world fell into negative territory for the first time in nine years at the end of 2007, signalling that a long run of muscular trade surpluses is over

Despite a slowing U.S. economy and decreasing housing affordability, especially in Western Canada, the Canadian housing industry should avoid a collapse in 2008, Scotiabank (TSX: BNS) economists say

Greenhouse gas emissions are the new tobacco and the B.C. government should look to the anti-smoking movement for tips on selling its historic carbon tax to the public, says a social scientist who recently briefed B.C. Environment Ministry bureaucrats about the road ahead for the new tax.

Greenhouse gas emissions are the new tobacco and the B.C. government should look to the anti-smoking movement for tips on selling its historic carbon tax to the public, says a social scientist who recently briefed B.C. Environment Ministry bureaucrats about the road ahead for the new tax

Greenhouse gas emissions are the new tobacco and the B.C. government should look to the anti-smoking movement for tips on selling its historic carbon tax to the public, says a social scientist who recently briefed B.C. Environment Ministry bureaucrats about the road ahead for the new tax

900 workers out of a job as computer retailer folds up tent

Concerns driven by increasing number of high-profile takeovers

If you wouldn't put it up on your office wall, don't post it on Facebook

Alberta landowners oppose route through irrigated fields and farms

Concerns driven by increasing number of high-profile takeovers

Companies can monitor workers' online activities

Big phone companies foot bill for improved high-speed Internet

But Alberta premier still not clear on new environmental bill's specifics

Campbell says B.C. government can't solve the problem alone

Premier delivers 'stable royalties' message to disgruntled oilpatch

Campbell says government can't solve the problem alone

Study finds gap between execs, workers widens

But optimism runs counter to economic warnings

Stelmach seeks balance between industry, future

Oilpatch keeps up assault on rate-hike report

Premier says he's committed to find balance

Reasons vary from necessity to satisfaction

Decision ends Felderhof's seven-year court battle

From toilet to pitcher of beer, list is endless

CRTC says fewer watch TV, listen to radio

Conoco says Gulf pipeline key to oilsands projects

Unconventional fuels touted to close gap

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Standard could shrink market for oil industry

New project will help newcomers through system

Certainty important, says Alvarez

But consumers will face higher initial costs

But oilsands need steam more than power

Supercharged economy roars past infrastructure needs

Infrastructure receives high marks in report

More than 600 expected to work Okanagan orchards

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'Net neutrality' debate louder south of border

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Provincial support credited

Suncor opens wallet for capital projects

Labour-strapped Alberta and British Columbia should notice changes quickly under a federal government program to ease regulations on foreign workers who are coming to Canada, Immigration Minister Monte Solberg says

ConocoPhillips, EnCana deal looks to future

Energy Roundup

Modules to be delivered for Shell expansion

Employment crucial, but so is environment

Oilfield services giant pitches deal

Like it or not, the federal government has no intention of renegotiating the controversial softwood lumber agreement with the U.S., Industry Minister Maxime Bernier says

Fort McMurray politicians try to apply brakes to development

Bank economist calls surge a potential danger

Affordability will likely worsen

Extreme transportation costs pose big challenge with tapping large Chinese market

Average farm revenue up, says StatsCan

Geopolitical turbulence big part of problem

Opts for more time to consider air control input

Agency says demand easing to sustainable

Going private shoots past record

Stability, salary level affect job quality

But experts warn not to count on capital appreciation

Predict world growth to falter in near future

BP subsidiary maintains share of fuel pipeline

Many seniors work part-time to raise income

Many seniors work part-time to raise income

Shareholder-rights plan on agenda

Internet search engine told to change ways

New technology, biomass use cut energy need

Search engine says it just directs users to news sites

Compensation for CEOs tied to performance

Compensation for CEOs tied to performance

Export sector's recovery big factor in surge

Oil flowing from White Rose offshore field

Bounty at risk as weather fails to co-operate

Alberta-based firm also planning two new wells in Alaska

But interest earned on savings declines

Politics driving decisions in softwood fight

Manage number of drivers, strike panel tells feds

Hostile takeover may attract competitors

Cite strong management team as positive

Advantages squandered, says CEO

Bell snaps up rival Telus Mobility's CEO

Living standard threatened, says TD report

Province eyes immigration as trades source

California ski hill control passed to Starwood

Living standard threatened, says TD report

CB Richard Ellis says not enough towers going up

Solid economy, low interest rates power growth

Weyerhaeuser facing squeeze on paper prices

But we still lag behind the United States

But we still lag behind the United States

Strengthen NAFTA rulings, says president

But predicts prices will rise beyond 2007

Governor also warns of spiking inflation

Stats Can report shows car sales particularly high

Industry wants to see action from Ottawa

Union says move just the tip of iceberg

Looks to ramp up exports, cut reliance on U.S.

Higher gas prices help cause gloomy outlook

First DeBeers facility planned for Ontario

Athabasca expansion driving move

But Downtown Eastside site is definitely 'edgy'

Labour groups urge boycott; NDP asks feds for arbitration

Ensuring deal doesn't fall apart is a key concern

MaRS Centre eyed for Mississauga branch

But company says Canadian finances not isolated

Three of eight senior managers have now left

Province, Haida agree on deal to end blockade

Ottawa commits funding to lure Toyota plant

Claims wrongful dismissal by commission

Minister says privacy rights must be respected

Company cites lack of progress on critical issues

Auditor general plans extensive investigation

Linamar Corp plans to add two factories

Stephen Sibold challenges accusers to document claims

Consumer group angry with federal inaction

But CMHC says housing starts falling of consensus forecasts

Inflation an issue for RRSP investments

Province gives ultimatum to Bell Canada

Short-form system to be extended to small companies

Officials say case is likely not a threat

2004 had its shares of ups and downs in the corporate world

What's new in the Alberta oilpatch

CAPP releases annual estimate

Energy firm gains final approval

Poll says many feel wealthier as prices rise

Ottawa launches collective negotians on work issues

Analysts see busy four years in energy sector

North Sea move first step in consolidation

Ban will be lifted when rules OK’d, says envoy

North America needs to ensure security: Morgan

Energy-rich Alberta abuzz with activity, says premier

Extracting crude from tarry substance takes special expertise and time

Motor fuel prices track crude oil rate

Orders forest company into receivership

Regulatory overlap cited as problem

Proceeds will help fund innovation in health care

Company seeks to reduce excess capacity

Threat of ‘forced access’ keeps plans on backburner

Government asked to seek diplomatic answers

Lumber giant looks to increase capacity

Higher gypsum production company’s goal

UFCW sets sights on Brooks plant

Court adjourns applications in bankruptcy protection case

Popular perception wrong, though decline is evident

Canada wins another round in softwood dispute

Consumers hit in wallet, but energy-producing regions benefit

Junior mining company sells less mineral at higher price

Air Canada still seeking day in court

Director banned from markets for 25 years

Rise in revenue will boost cash distributions

Adviser slapped with permanent trading ban

New name and ownership now in place

Says hybrid gasoline-electric cars a useful bridge to zero-emission vehicles

More efficiency sought from better fuel cells

Extends deadline on its hostile takeover bid

Claims rival was involved in dumpster diving

Canada's second-largest airline ponders cost of expansion

Large increase in the number of small-cap oil and gas companies follows high commodity prices

Humorous names draw smiles and customers

More than half of firms unwilling to make move, says study

Some businesses on 'Red Mile' saw profits rise

Minister cites jobsite safety concerns

Calgary-based firm seeking new acquisitions

Cellular network company open to other offers

Radisson Hotel to be gambling complex hub

But union accused of dragging feet on return to work

Lau vows to remain until White Rose starts production

Volume of freight growing dramatically, says official

Replacing vessels would cost $200M