National Business

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says it is taking steps to ensure tree fruit growers are compensated for past harvests after the closure of a co-operative that had served farmers for almost 90 years.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department is preparing criminal charges in connection with an Iranian hack that targeted Donald Trump's presidential campaign , two people familiar with the matter said Thursday.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department is preparing criminal charges in connection with an Iranian hack that targeted Donald Trump's presidential campaign, two people familiar with the matter said Thursday.

CALGARY — Calgary's mayor says repairs on a troubled water main are ahead of schedule in Calgary.

You're packing your bags but still don't know if Air Canada will be taking you to your planned destination.

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index gained more than one per cent Thursday on the back of the base metal, energy and industrial sectors, while U.S. markets also rose. The S&P/TSX composite index closed up 263.97 points at 23,475.14.

Empire Co. Ltd. is planning for sunnier economic times on the horizon, as the parent company of Sobeys says it’s continuing to see the sales gap between its discount and full-service stores narrow.

Demands for government intervention in Air Canada labour talks could negatively affect airline competition in Canada, the CEO of travel company Transat AT Inc. said.

TORONTO — The Toronto Transit Commission is ending free public Wi-Fi at its subway stations at the end of the year, citing a steep drop in rider usage along with reliability, security and cost concerns.

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks rose closer to their all-time highs following a couple reports on the economy that came in close to expectations. The S&P 500 climbed 0.7% Thursday and pulled back within 1.3% of its record set in July.