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Canadian software firm PointClickCare to buy U.S.-based Collective Medical

Canadian software firm PointClickCare to buy U.S.-based Collective Medical

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Healthcare software provider PointClickCare Technologies Inc. has announced its intention to buy Collective Medical for an undisclosed sum. Mississauga, Ont.
Research: Millions of smart devices vulnerable to hacking

Research: Millions of smart devices vulnerable to hacking

BOSTON — Researchers at a cybersecurity firm say they have identified vulnerabilities in software widely used by millions of connected devices — flaws that could be exploited by hackers to penetrate business and home computer networks and disrupt the
Enerkem and partners to spend $876 million to build biofuels plant in Quebec

Enerkem and partners to spend $876 million to build biofuels plant in Quebec

VARENNES, Que. — Enerkem and a group of partners, including Shell, Suncor Energy Inc. and Hydro-Quebec plan to spend $876 million to build a biofuel production plant in Quebec from non-recyclable residual materials and wood waste.
Amid the gloom, savings rates move higher as lockdowns put a chill on spending

Amid the gloom, savings rates move higher as lockdowns put a chill on spending

Since the pandemic lockdowns began, Daniel Bilton says his expenses have dropped by about $500 per month after cutting back on driving, transit and eating out at restaurants.
Online directories pop up in bid to boost small business sales amid COVID-19

Online directories pop up in bid to boost small business sales amid COVID-19

TORONTO — When Ali Haberstroh took home a full-length shearling coat she found at a vintage store recently, the Toronto woman couldn't stop bubbling about it.
Marijuana is now Maine's biggest agricultural commodity

Marijuana is now Maine's biggest agricultural commodity

PORTLAND, Maine — Maine is known for its wild blueberries and potatoes but marijuana has surpassed them to become the state’s most valuable crop. Medical marijuana sales totalled $221.
Another judge blocks Trump's TikTok ban; app still in limbo

Another judge blocks Trump's TikTok ban; app still in limbo

WASHINGTON — A federal judge has blocked President Donald Trump's attempts to ban TikTok, the latest legal defeat for the administration as it tries to wrest the popular app from its Chinese owners.
Canadian Space Agency awards Canadarm3 contract worth $22.8M to MDA

Canadian Space Agency awards Canadarm3 contract worth $22.8M to MDA

OTTAWA — The Canadian Space Agency has awarded a contract worth $22.8 million to MDA to develop Canadarm3. The agency says Canadarm3 is Canada's contribution to the United States-led Lunar Gateway, a small space station that will orbit the moon.
US productivity increased at 4.6% rate in third quarter

US productivity increased at 4.6% rate in third quarter

WASHINGTON — U.S. productivity increased at a solid 4.6% pace in the July-September quarter, slightly below the initial estimate, while labour costs fell at a slower pace.
Christopher Nolan calls Warner's streaming plan ‘a mess’

Christopher Nolan calls Warner's streaming plan ‘a mess’

Christopher Nolan, one of Warner Bros.’ most important filmmakers, has come out strongly against the company’s decision to debut its films on HBO Max and in theatres in 2021.
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