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<channel><title>Human Times - THE CANADIAN PRESS</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com</link><description></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 May 2012 19:14:09 +0800</pubDate><generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=2.0.5</generator><language>zh-cn</language><ttl>30</ttl><item><title>West Fraser Timber to shut production at seven plants, 1,160 workers affected</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090302/59897__west_fraser_timber_to_shut_production_at_seven_plants_1_160_workers_affected_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (TSX:WFT) said Monday that it will reduce production by shutting down production at seven plants for one to two weeks starting March 16.A total of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 19:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ACE Aviation postpones April 7 shareholder meeting to vote on wind up</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090302/59892__ace_aviation_postpones_april_7_shareholder_meeting_to_vote_on_wind_up_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - ACE Aviation Holdings Inc. (TSX:ACE.B) has again postponed its planned shareholder meeting to approve its plan to liquidate and dissolve the company, the airline holding company said... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 19:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cinram reports Q4 loss of US$23.1 million as revenue falls from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090302/59870__cinram_reports_q4_loss_of_us_23_1_million_as_revenue_falls_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cinram International Income Fund (TSX:CRW.UN) reports fourth-quarter loss of US$23.1 million as its revenue fell compared with a year ago.The maker of DVDs and CDs which keeps its books... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 17:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hanfeng Evergreen nearly doubles Q4 profit compared with year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090302/59868__hanfeng_evergreen_nearly_doubles_q4_profit_compared_with_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Hanfeng Evergreen Inc. (TSX:HF) nearly doubled its fourth-quarter profit compared with a year ago as revenue increased nearly 50 per cent.The producer of slow and controlled release... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 17:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Three members of St. FX men's basketball team charged with assault</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090302/59856__three_members_of_st_fx_men_s_basketball_team_charged_with_assault_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ANTIGONISH, N.S. - Three members of the St. Francis Xavier University men's basketball team are facing charges of assault causing bodily harm.The RCMP says the charges stem from an incident in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 16:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians make the cut to become part of YouTube Symphony Orchestra</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090302/59854__canadians_make_the_cut_to_become_part_of_youtube_symphony_orchestra_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Five Canadians are among the 90 musicians from 30 countries and territories who have earned a chance through YouTube to perform at Carnegie Hall with Michael Tilson Thomas.YouTube... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 16:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cargojet Income Fund names Paul Godfrey as trustee to replace Jonathon Carroll</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090302/59853__cargojet_income_fund_names_paul_godfrey_as_trustee_to_replace_jonathon_carroll_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cargojet Income Fund (TSX:CJT.UN) named National Post president and chief executive Paul Godfrey as a trustee on Monday to replace Jonathon Carroll.Carroll, president of itravel2000,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 16:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>InterOil settles claims with Merrill regarding LNG project; Merrill bought out</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090302/59852__interoil_settles_claims_with_merrill_regarding_lng_project_merrill_bought_out_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - InterOil Corp. (NYSE:IOC) said it has settled all claims with Merrill Lynch regarding the construction of a natural gas liquefaction plant near its refinery in Papua New Guinea.InterOil... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 16:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Western Financial Group buys Nanaimo insurance broker</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090302/59836__western_financial_group_buys_nanaimo_insurance_broker_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HIGH RIVER, Alta. - Western Financial Group (TSX:WES) said Monday it has closed a deal to buy Nanaimo, B.C.-based Bakes-Jarvie Insurance Brokers Ltd. for an undisclosed sum.High River, Alta.-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 14:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aurora Energy narrows year-end loss to $4.05 million from $7.4 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090302/59825__aurora_energy_narrows_year_end_loss_to_4_05_million_from_7_4_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Aurora Energy Resources Inc. (TSX:AXU), a junior uranium explorer that's the target of a takeover bid from Fronteer Development, reported Monday that its net loss in the fourth quarter was reduced... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 13:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>KPMG to buy business consulting firm Chartwell IRM for undisclosed amount</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090302/59803__kpmg_to_buy_business_consulting_firm_chartwell_irm_for_undisclosed_amount_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - KPMG LLP said Monday it will buy privately held business-consulting firm Chartwell IRM for an undisclosed amount.KPMG said it intends to integrate Chartwell, a Toronto-based consulting... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 10:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Genivar buys Wiebe Environmental Services Inc. in Alberta expansion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090302/59800__genivar_buys_wiebe_environmental_services_inc_in_alberta_expansion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Genivar Income Fund (TSX:GNV.UN), a Montreal-based engineering company, says it has acquired Wiebe Environmental Services Inc., an environmental services company with operationms in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 09:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>High Arctic announces layoffs, pay cuts, debt negotiations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090302/59799__high_arctic_announces_layoffs_pay_cuts_debt_negotiations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RED DEER, Alta. - Stung by reduced drilling activity in the Canadian oilfield, High Arctic Energy Services Inc. (TSX:HWO) is taking measures to reduce costs through pay cuts and layoffs, and warns... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 10:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Bank acquires full ownership of Commission Direct: terms not disclosed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090302/59796__royal_bank_acquires_full_ownership_of_commission_direct_terms_not_disclosed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) has acquired the half-interest it did not already own in Commission Direct Inc., a Toronto-based provider of institutional investment services.The bank... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 10:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petrobank subsidiary Petrominerales reports Q4 profit of US$20.3 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090302/59795__petrobank_subsidiary_petrominerales_reports_q4_profit_of_us_20_3_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BOGOTA, Columbia - Fourth-quarter profits at Petrominerales Ltd. (TSX:PMG) fell to US$20.3 million from $23.5 million in the year-earlier period, the Columbia-focused oil and gas producer said... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 09:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's McIvor wins skicross gold at freestyle championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090302/59790__canada_s_mcivor_wins_skicross_gold_at_freestyle_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ INAWASHIRO, Japan - Ashleigh McIvor won gold in women's skicross while fellow Canadian Davey Barr won bronze in the men's event Monday at the world freestyle championships.McIvor won gold despite... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 08:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zargon Energy Trust to acquire Masters Energy in $41.4 million deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090302/59783__zargon_energy_trust_to_acquire_masters_energy_in_41_4_million_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Zargon Energy Trust (TSX:ZAR.UN) said Monday it will acquire all outstanding common shares of Masters Energy Inc. (TSX:MSY).The deal is worth $41.4 million. The Calgary-based trust said... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 07:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090302/59773__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Jason Kidd joined some elite company at the expense of the struggling Toronto Raptors.Kidd handed out 15 assists to become the fourth player in NBA history with 10,000 for his career, Dirk... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 00:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dixon scores shootout winner as Canada beats U.S. in sledge hockey final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090302/59772__dixon_scores_shootout_winner_as_canada_beats_u_s_in_sledge_hockey_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Adam Dixon scored the shootout winner as Canada defeated the United States 2-1 to win the gold medal at the Hockey Canada Cup sledge hockey tournament Sunday.Dixon, of Midland,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 00:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090302/59767__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Martin Brodeur's return from injury has quickly put a couple of NHL goaltending records in jeopardy.Brodeur earned his 100th regular-season shutout with a 27-save effort as the Devils extended... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 00:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Iginla sets record but Lightning prevail in wild 8-6 win over Flames</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090302/59762__iginla_sets_record_but_lightning_prevail_in_wild_8_6_win_over_flames_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Jarome Iginla became the Calgary Flames' all-time leading scorer, but the Tampa Bay Lightning spoiled the party.Vincent Lecavalier and Martin St. Louis each scored twice and Mark Recchi... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 00:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canucks give themselves breathing room in West with win over Blue Jackets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090301/59761__canucks_give_themselves_breathing_room_in_west_with_win_over_blue_jackets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - By refusing to give the Columbus Blue Jackets any breathing room on the ice, the Vancouver Canucks gave themselves a little more in the standings.Vancouver had one of its best... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 23:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alberta repeats as CIS men's volleyball champions with win over Laval</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090301/59758__alberta_repeats_as_cis_men_s_volleyball_champions_with_win_over_laval_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The top-seeded Alberta Golden Bears repeated as Canadian Interuniversity Sport men's volleyball champions with a dominating three-set win over the No. 2 Laval Rouge et Or on Sunday.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 22:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>A list of winners at this year's East Coast Music Awards in Corner Brook, N.L.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090301/59753__a_list_of_winners_at_this_year_s_east_coast_music_awards_in_corner_brook_n_l__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CORNER BROOK, N.L. - Winners at Sunday night's East Coast Music Awards:Entertainer of the Year: Joel Plaskett EmergencyRecording of the Year: Into Your Lungs (and around in your heart and on... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 20:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians earn gold in 10-metre synchro event at Grand Prix event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090301/59749__canadians_earn_gold_in_10_metre_synchro_event_at_grand_prix_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ROSTOCK, Germany. - Montreal's Meaghan Benfeito and Roseline Filion of Laval, Que., combined to win gold in the women's 10-metre synchro event Sunday at a Grand Prix diving competition.It was the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 18:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Cotton downs compatriot Roberge to win judo bronze medal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090301/59739__canadian_cotton_downs_compatriot_roberge_to_win_judo_bronze_medal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PRAGUE - Amy Cotton of Judique, N.S., defeated Catherine Roberge of Beauport, Que., to win a bronze medal in the 78-kilogram class of a women's World Cup judo event Sunday.Cotton opened... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 15:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Challenger Energy gets bankruptcy court protection from creditors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090301/59733__challenger_energy_gets_bankruptcy_court_protection_from_creditors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Challenger Energy Corp. (TSXV:CHQ), a junior oil and gas company with operations in the Caribbean Sea, says it has obtained an order from the Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta for... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 16:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Prize Mining strikes joint venture deal with Eagle Plains on B.C. property</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090301/59720__prize_mining_strikes_joint_venture_deal_with_eagle_plains_on_b_c_property_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Prize Mining Corp. (TSXV:PRZ) and Eagle Plains Resources Ltd. (TSXV:EPL) have agreed to set up a joint venture to advance exploration and production of gold at the Yellowjacket zone on... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 12:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090301/59696__saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here's some advice from the New York Knicks: don't make Dwyane Wade bleed.Telling the packed arena more than once that "this is my house," Wade scored 46 points, 15 of them coming in a dramatic... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 06:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roloson stops 43 as Oilers leap past Wild in standings with 3-2 win</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090301/59695__roloson_stops_43_as_oilers_leap_past_wild_in_standings_with_3_2_win_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The game of musical chairs continues in the Western Conference playoff race.Dwayne Roloson made 43 saves as the Edmonton Oilers leapt past Minnesota in the Western Conference standings... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 06:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090301/59694__saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Jaroslav Halak started the season as the Montreal Canadiens backup goalie, but if he keeps playing this way he will be leading them into the playoffs.Halak, who took over as the starter when Carey... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 06:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Reddox sets up pair of goals as Oilers leap past Wild in standings with 3-2 win</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090301/59693__reddox_sets_up_pair_of_goals_as_oilers_leap_past_wild_in_standings_with_3_2_win_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Liam Reddox set up a pair of goals as the Edmonton Oilers leapt past Minnesota in the Western Conference standings with a 3-2 victory over the Wild on Saturday night.Ales Hemsky, Zack... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 00:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Laval wins over McMaster, advances to CIS men's volleyball championship final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090301/59690__laval_wins_over_mcmaster_advances_to_cis_men_s_volleyball_championship_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The No. 2-seeded Laval Rouge et Or are headed to CIS men's volleyball gold medal game after beating the No. 3 McMaster Marauders Saturday in a straight-set semifinal win.The Rouge et... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Mar 2009 00:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bridges's four goals lead Canadians past Germany for 9-0 semifinal win</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59689__bridges_s_four_goals_lead_canadians_past_germany_for_9_0_semifinal_win_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canada's sledge hockey team defeated Germany 9-0 Saturday to book a date with the United States in the gold medal game of the Hockey Canada Cup.The U.S. team beat Japan 3-2 in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 23:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dan Marohl scores late winner as Swarm rally to beat Bandits 16-15</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59688__dan_marohl_scores_late_winner_as_swarm_rally_to_beat_bandits_16_15_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BUFFALO, N.Y. - Dan Marohl scored the winning goal with a minute left in the fourth quarter as the Minnesota Swarm rallied to beat the Buffalo Bandits 16-15 in the National Lacrosse League on... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 23:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>UBC edges Calgary to win second straight CIS women's volleyball championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59682__ubc_edges_calgary_to_win_second_straight_cis_women_s_volleyball_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FREDERICTON - Kyla Richey led No. 2 UBC with 18 kills as the Thunderbirds beat the No. 4 Calgary Dinos 3-2 on Saturday to claim their second consecutive Canadian Interuniversity Sport women's... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 23:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pavel Kubina scores overtime winner as Maple Leafs edge Senators 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59681__pavel_kubina_scores_overtime_winner_as_maple_leafs_edge_senators_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Sometimes the truth hurts.On Saturday night the Ottawa Senators needed to face the fact that they didn't get the goaltending they needed.Brian Elliott couldn't come up with the big save... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 22:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toth, Dobbie score hat tricks in Roughnecks' 12-10 win over Titans</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20090228/59673__toth_dobbie_score_hat_tricks_in_roughnecks_12_10_win_over_titans_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Kaleb Toth and Dane Dobbie each scored hat tricks to lead the Roughnecks to 12-10 win over the New York Titans on Saturday, snapping Calgary's two-game losing streak.The victory kept... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 18:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Ricker captures gold medal at World Cup snowboard event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59672__canadian_ricker_captures_gold_medal_at_world_cup_snowboard_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SUNDAY RIVER, Maine. - Maelle Ricker of Squamish, B.C., won the gold medal in a snowboardcross race at a World Cup event Saturday."It definitely feels good to finally get that win," she said. "At... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 18:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calgary's Mandy Moran fourth at Grand Prix diving event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59660__calgary_s_mandy_moran_fourth_at_grand_prix_diving_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ROSTOCK, Germany. - Mandy Moran of Calgary finished fourth Saturday in a women's three-metre event at a Grand Prix diving competition.Qu Lin of China was first with 339.65 points with compatriot... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 16:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chicago Cubs sign Canadian Corey Koskie to a minor-league deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59657__chicago_cubs_sign_canadian_corey_koskie_to_a_minor_league_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MESA, Ariz. - Canadian Corey Koskie has signed a minor-league contract with the Chicago Cubs and will report to the NL Central champion's training camp after playing for Canada at the World... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 14:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Russia nips Canada 4-2 to capture men's hockey gold at University Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59650__russia_nips_canada_4_2_to_capture_men_s_hockey_gold_at_university_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HARBIN, China - Petr Kuokhriakov and Konstantin Kulikov scored third-period goals 46 seconds apart as Russia beat Canada 4-2 in the men's hockey final Saturday on the final day of competition at... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 13:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SFU men end Brock domination, Calgary women back atop standings</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59626__sfu_men_end_brock_domination_calgary_women_back_atop_standings_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The Simon Fraser Clan men put an end to one of the longest winning streaks in CIS history while the Calgary Dinos returned to the top of the women's standings Saturday at the CIS... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 21:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59624__friday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Mathieu Schneider is looking right at home on the Montreal Canadiens' blue-line.Schneider scored with a man advantage at 3:21 of overtime to give the Canadiens a 4-3 victory over Philadelphia... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59623__friday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Stephon Marbury had more than 13 months to imagine how it would feel when he got back into an NBA game."It went the way I was praying for it to go," the former Knicks castoff and newly acquired... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bernier's third-period goal gives Canucks 2-1 win over Tampa Bay</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59621__bernier_s_third_period_goal_gives_canucks_2_1_win_over_tampa_bay_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Steve Bernier ended his scoring drought at the right time Friday night.The Canuck winger's goal midway through the third period gave the Vancouver Canucks a 2-1 victory over the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 05:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alberta advances to semifinals at CIS men's volleyball championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59619__alberta_advances_to_semifinals_at_cis_men_s_volleyball_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The defending champion Alberta Golden Bears cruised past No. 8 UNB Varsity Reds 3-0 to advance to the semifinals at the Canadian Interuniversity Sport men's volleyball championships... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Merrick Thomson scores six as Wings win second in a row, beat Rush 14-9</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59618__merrick_thomson_scores_six_as_wings_win_second_in_a_row_beat_rush_14_9_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Fans of the Edmonton Rush certainly received their money's worth in Friday's game against the Philadelphia Wings.Unfortunately it was $1 ticket night. Merrick Thomson scored six goals... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calgary, UBC advance to final at CIS women's volleyball championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59617__calgary_ubc_advance_to_final_at_cis_women_s_volleyball_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FREDERICTON - It won't be bronze this year for the University of Calgary Dinos women's volleyball team.After four consecutive semifinal losses and four consecutive bronze medal finishes, the No.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mike Cammalleri scores twice to lead Calgary Flames past Wild 4-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090228/59615__mike_cammalleri_scores_twice_to_lead_calgary_flames_past_wild_4_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Well on his way to posting his best offensive numbers of his career, there is a different reason Calgary left-winger Mike Cammalleri is pumped up these days.It's the prospect of playing... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 01:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Doyley scores lone goal as Jamaica beats Canada 1-0 in under-20 friendly</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090227/59611__doyley_scores_lone_goal_as_jamaica_beats_canada_1_0_in_under_20_friendly_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SUNRISE, Fla. - John-Ross Doyley scored the lone goal in the 60th minute as Jamaica beat Canada 1-0 in an under-20 men's soccer friendly Friday.Doyley's goal came off a corner kick which he... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 22:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Potash the key as Saskatchewan stays in the black against economic odds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090227/59595__potash_the_key_as_saskatchewan_stays_in_the_black_against_economic_odds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - The Saskatchewan government is staying in the black against economic odds.Premier Brad Wall says even though oil prices are a shadow of what they were last summer, potash sales are... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magna Entertainment receives notice that subsidiaries are in default</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090227/59594__magna_entertainment_receives_notice_that_subsidiaries_are_in_default_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AURORA, Ont. - Magna Entertainment Corp. (TSX:MEC.A) said Friday that it has received notice from its lenders that several of its subsidiaries are in default.The company said that Pimlico Racing... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 19:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Islanders defenceman Witt suspended five games for elbowing Hagman</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090227/59593__islanders_defenceman_witt_suspended_five_games_for_elbowing_hagman_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - It didn't take the National Hockey League very long to punish Brendan Witt.The New York Islanders defenceman has been suspended five games by the NHL after elbowing Toronto's Niklas... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Livingston International Income Fund cuts hours and wages by 10 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090227/59591__livingston_international_income_fund_cuts_hours_and_wages_by_10_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Livingston International Income Fund (TSX:LIV.UN) said Friday that all of its employees in Canada and the United States will have their hours and corresponding salary or wages cut by 10... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scotiabank says Mexican operations will add $63 million to first-quarter results</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090227/59590__scotiabank_says_mexican_operations_will_add_63_million_to_first_quarter_results_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Scotiabank (TSX:BNS) said Friday that its Mexican operations will add about $63 million to its first-quarter earnings.The Toronto-based bank said Grupo Scotiabank reported a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec's Marc-Andre Grondin gets best new face nod at Cesar</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090227/59584__quebec_s_marc_andre_grondin_gets_best_new_face_nod_at_cesar_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Quebec actor Marc-Andre Grondin has won a prestigious Cesar award as best new male star.The Cesars are France's equivalent of the Oscars.Grondin was nominated for his role in "Le... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>U.S. State Department says Canada the top source for ecstasy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090227/59582__u_s_state_department_says_canada_the_top_source_for_ecstasy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WASHINGTON - The U.S. State Department says Canada should do more to curb the production and trade in ecstasy and other illicit drugs.The 2009 International Narcotics Control Strategy Report,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Government warns Canadians about violence in Mexico</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090227/59556__government_warns_canadians_about_violence_in_mexico_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The federal government wants Canadians to take note of the deteriorating safety situation in certain parts of Mexico.The Foreign Affairs Department has updated its travel report on... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 15:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ATB Financial posts $85.8-million loss, takes $140-million ABCP charge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090227/59555__atb_financial_posts_85_8_million_loss_takes_140_million_abcp_charge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - ATB Financial posted a $85.8-million third-quarter loss on Friday as it took a $140-million increase in provisions for potential losses on asset-backed commercial paper.ATB's holdings... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 15:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Feb. 16-22</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090227/59535__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_feb_16_22_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Feb. 16-22:1 "The Academy Awards" (CTV, Sunday) - 4,465,000 2 "The Academy Awards Pre-Show" (CTV,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 12:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada beats China to win gold in women's hockey final at World University Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090227/59532__canada_beats_china_to_win_gold_in_women_s_hockey_final_at_world_university_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HARBIN, China - York University forward Courtney Unruh scored for the third time in her last four starts as Canada's women's hockey team beat host China 3-1 win in the gold medal final at the World... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 21:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Industrial price index drops while raw materials index rises</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090227/59528__industrial_price_index_drops_while_raw_materials_index_rises_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Two important drivers of inflation halted their declines in January, with the industrial product price index declining by 0.1 per cent and the raw materials price index rising by 1.4 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD Bank chief executive Ed Clark agrees to stay at helm until 2013</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090227/59527__td_bank_chief_executive_ed_clark_agrees_to_stay_at_helm_until_2013_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ed Clark has agreed to stay on as president and chief executive officer of TD Bank (TSX:TD), agreeing Friday to extend his contract until 2013.Clark, who took the helm of the major bank... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's '08 Q4 current account balance hits first deficit in nine years</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090227/59520__canada_s_08_q4_current_account_balance_hits_first_deficit_in_nine_years_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's current account balance with the rest of the world fell to its first deficit in nine years - reaching $7.5 billion - in the final quarter of 2008 as export volumes and prices... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Reports: B.C. Lions to host 2011 Grey Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090227/59495__reports_b_c_lions_to_host_2011_grey_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The B.C. Lions will host the 2011 Grey Cup at Vancouver's B.C. Place, according to multiple media reports.The Lions will reportedly announce the decision at a news conference Friday. It will mark... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090226/59493__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Martin Brodeur showed no rust, butterflies, or any ill effects at all in his return to the New Jersey Devils' net. It was just a routine excellent performance from one of the league's best... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mason's eighth shutout comes easy as Blue Jackets blank Oilers 1-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090227/59492__mason_s_eighth_shutout_comes_easy_as_blue_jackets_blank_oilers_1_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers' playoff position remained precarious thanks to a rookie goaltender and one of their former teammates.Steve Mason faced just 19 shots for his eighth shutout of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 00:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Michalek, Marleau click on power play as Sharks beat Senators</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090226/59488__michalek_marleau_click_on_power_play_as_sharks_beat_senators_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Ottawa Senators rookie Brian Lee learned a lesson in discipline Thursday night.Milan Michalek and Patrick Marleau scored power-play goals in the second period on Lee's double-minor... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>U.S. claims victory in latest softwood lumber fight over 2006 deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090226/59487__u_s_claims_victory_in_latest_softwood_lumber_fight_over_2006_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The United States claimed victory over Canada on Thursday in the latest fight over the 2006 softwood lumber agreement.An LCIA tribunal, formerly the London Court of International... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 22:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Laval upsets Trinity Western in CIS women's volleyball quarter-finals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090226/59480__laval_upsets_trinity_western_in_cis_women_s_volleyball_quarter_finals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FREDERICTON - The top-seeded Montreal Carabins showed Thursday why they have been ranked No. 1 in the country all season long.Power hitter Laetitia Tchoualack, the CIS player of the year, had a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Celebrity renovator Mikes Holmes to open home inspection business</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090226/59467__celebrity_renovator_mikes_holmes_to_open_home_inspection_business_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Celebrity renovator Mike Holmes is launching his own home inspection business.The beefy contractor, known for unearthing renovation horror stories on the defunct HGTV series "Holmes on... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 19:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian snowboarders Loo and Anderson capture World Cup bronze medals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090226/59462__canadian_snowboarders_loo_and_anderson_capture_world_cup_bronze_medals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SUNDAY RIVER, Maine - Canadians Jasey-Jay Anderson and Alexa Loo each captured bronze medals in the parallel giant slalom at a World Cup snowboarding competition Thursday.Benjamin Karl of Austria... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 18:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Winalta buys construction company from IROC for $4.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090226/59455__winalta_buys_construction_company_from_iroc_for_4_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Winalta Inc. (TSXV:WTA.A) has signed a deal to buy construction company Envirocore, a division of IROC Energy Services Partnership (TSX:ISC) in Fort St. John, B.C., for $4.8 million.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 16:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CHUM Radio cuts 40 jobs at radio operations across Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090226/59451__chum_radio_cuts_40_jobs_at_radio_operations_across_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - CHUM Radio, a division of CTV Ltd. (TSX:BCE). is cutting 40 jobs across the country as a result of weaker revenues caused by the recession.The Toronto-based broadcaster said late... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 16:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec looks at making helmets mandatory for skiing, snowboarding</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090226/59430__quebec_looks_at_making_helmets_mandatory_for_skiing_snowboarding_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LEVIS, Que. - Quebec is looking at making helmets compulsory for several winter sports in the 2009-2010 season.Sports Minister Michelle Courchesne is echoing arguments by an association of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bellus Health cuts Q4 loss as it reduced expenses; sales down 41 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090226/59423__bellus_health_cuts_q4_loss_as_it_reduced_expenses_sales_down_41_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAVAL, Que. - Bellus Health Inc. (TSX:BLU) narrowed its fourth-quarter loss on lower research and development expenses, the Montreal-area drug developer announced Thursday.The company, which... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;Wrath&quot; by Lamb of God tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090226/59413__hmv_canada_quot_wrath_quot_by_lamb_of_god_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending Feb. 25.CDs1 Wrath - Lamb of God2 "Slumdog Millionaire" Soundtrack - Various Artists3 Only by... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 12:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada advances to women's hockey and curling finals at University Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090226/59410__canada_advances_to_women_s_hockey_and_curling_finals_at_university_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HARBIN, China - A pair of Canadian teams will play for gold at the World University Games.Canada advanced to the women's hockey final with a 10-1 semifinal win over Slovakia on Thursday while the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 12:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers achieves record annual profit on higher revenue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090226/59409__ritchie_bros_auctioneers_achieves_record_annual_profit_on_higher_revenue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Inc. (TSX:RBA) reported a record net income for the year on higher revenue.The international auction operator, which reports in U.S. dollars, recorded a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 12:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Anne Murray to get honorary degree from University of Prince Edward Island</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090226/59391__anne_murray_to_get_honorary_degree_from_university_of_prince_edward_island_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHARLOTTETOWN - Canadian singer Anne Murray is being given an honorary degree from the University of Prince Edward Island.The Canadian icon will be among four people to receive a degree at this... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 11:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enerplus Resources fund Q4 profit rises to $189.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090226/59385__enerplus_resources_fund_q4_profit_rises_to_189_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Enerplus Resources Fund (TSX:ERF.UN) reported Thursday a fourth-quarter profit of $189.5 million, up from a year-ago $98.7 million and is looking to increase its stake in oil and gas... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Shack&quot; by William Young tops Amazon.ca books list for the week ending Feb. 24</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090226/59384___quot_the_shack_quot_by_william_young_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_for_the_week_ending_feb_24_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the 10 best selling fiction and non-fiction books for this week from Amazon.ca. Bracketed figures indicate position the previous week: FICTION1 (1) The Shack - William Young (paperback)... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society&quot; tops Maclean's fiction list for the week ending Feb. 24</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090226/59383___quot_the_guernsey_literary_and_potato_peel_pie_society_quot_tops_maclean_s_fiction_list_for_the_week_ending_feb_24_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 hardcover fiction and non-fiction books in Canada for the week ending Feb. 24 compiled by Maclean's magazine.FICTION 1 (1) The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Boralex revenue rises 18 per cent in Q4, 21 per cent in 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090226/59379__boralex_revenue_rises_18_per_cent_in_q4_21_per_cent_in_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Electricity producer Boralex Inc. (TSX:BLX) says higher production volume in the wood residue segment, higher average selling prices and the positive impact of currency fluctuations... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 10:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Corporate profits down in Q4, up on year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090226/59374__corporate_profits_down_in_q4_up_on_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian corporations earned $65.4 billion in operating profits in the fourth quarter of 2008, down 16.3 per cent from the third quarter and the largest quarterly decline in 16 years.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 09:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Average weekly earnings of employees drop in December</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090226/59370__average_weekly_earnings_of_employees_drop_in_december_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada reports the average weekly earnings of employees decreased 0.1 per cent from November to $801.92 in December.Average weekly earnings rose 2.7 per cent in 2008. The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 08:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Travel deficit shrinks in Q4 but up for year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090226/59368__travel_deficit_shrinks_in_q4_but_up_for_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's international travel deficit was $3.1 billion in the fourth quarter of 2008, down $76 million from the previous quarter.Statistics Canada reports foreign travellers spent $4.1... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 08:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian dates announced for Beyonce's 'I Am...' world tour</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090226/59354__canadian_dates_announced_for_beyonce_s_i_am_world_tour_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Beyonce is set to preview her "I Am..." world tour in Canada next month.She's scheduled concerts in Edmonton (March 26), Saskatoon (March 27), Winnipeg (March 28) and Vancouver (March... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 12:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090226/59335__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Devin Harris is single-handedly putting the New Jersey Nets back in the playoff picture.Harris scored 19 of his 42 points in the fourth quarter and carried the New Jersey Nets for the second... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 02:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090225/59328__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The San Jose Sharks may lead the NHL in points, but they found out Wednesday why the Detroit Red Wings are the defending Stanley Cup champions.Henrik Zetterberg scored a spectacular goal and a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 23:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Ross earns TKO win over Ehikhamenor in 'The Contender' final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090226/59327__canadian_ross_earns_tko_win_over_ehikhamenor_in_the_contender_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MASHANTUCKET, Conn. - Canadian Troy Ross earned a fourth-round technical knockout over Nigerian Ehinomen (Hino) Ehikhamenor on Wednesday night in the final of "The Contender," a boxing-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 02:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Ross earns TKO win over Ehikhamenor in 'The Contender' final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090226/59326__canadian_ross_earns_tko_win_over_ehikhamenor_in_the_contender_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MASHANTUCKET, Conn. - Canadian Troy Ross earned a fourth-round technical knockout over Nigerian Ehinomen (Hino) Ehikhamenor on Wednesday night in the final of "The Contender," a boxing-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 02:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Laetitia Tchoualack named CIS women's volleyball player of the year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090225/59315__laetitia_tchoualack_named_cis_women_s_volleyball_player_of_the_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FREDERICTON - Power-hitter Laetitia Tchoualack of the Montreal Carabins was named the top player in Canadian university women's volleyball Wednesday for the second straight year.Tchoualack, a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 21:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Swimmers Annamay Pierse and Colin Russell named CIS athletes of the week</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090225/59307__swimmers_annamay_pierse_and_colin_russell_named_cis_athletes_of_the_week_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Swimmers Annamay Pierse of the University of British Columbia and Colin Russell of the University of Toronto were named Canadian Interuniversity Sport female and male athletes of the week... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 19:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nesbitt suffers minor head injury after falling at Richmond Oval</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090225/59306__nesbitt_suffers_minor_head_injury_after_falling_at_richmond_oval_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - Long track speedskater Christine Nesbitt suffered a minor head injury the result of a fall during a training session Wednesday at the Richmond Oval.Ingrid Paul, Nesbitt's coach,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 19:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Western Forest Products reports Q4 loss of $24.3 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090225/59304__western_forest_products_reports_q4_loss_of_24_3_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DUNCAN, B.C. - Western Forest Products Inc. (TSX:WEF) said Wednesday that it lost $24.3 million in its latest quarter compared with a loss of $42.9 million a year ago.The forestry company said the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 19:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SFK Pulp Fund to cut production and temporarily layoff 225 workers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090225/59295__sfk_pulp_fund_to_cut_production_and_temporarily_layoff_225_workers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONGUEUIL, Que. - SFK Pulp Fund (TSX: SFK.UN) said Wednesday that it will cut production and temporarily layoff of up to 225 workers at the Saint-Felicien mill in Quebec as the fund reported a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 18:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HIV-positive former Saskatchewan Roughrider released from prison</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090225/59278__hiv_positive_former_saskatchewan_roughrider_released_from_prison_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. - A former Saskatchewan Roughrider who was convicted of knowingly exposing two women to HIV has been released from prison.A corrections spokesman confirms that Trevis Smith... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 17:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>High Liner Foods set to weather economic storm after $14.2M 2008 profit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090225/59273__high_liner_foods_set_to_weather_economic_storm_after_14_2m_2008_profit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LUNENBURG, N.S. - High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) is set to "weather the challenging economic environment," expecting more people to eat at home after its 2008 sales increased 124 per cent to $616... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Roughrider Trevis Smith expected to be deported back to U.S.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090225/59262__former_roughrider_trevis_smith_expected_to_be_deported_back_to_u_s__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. - Former Saskatchewan Roughrider Trevis Smith is expected to become a free man today after serving a sentence for knowingly exposing two women to the virus that causes AIDS.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Melnyk wants Biovail meeting to change governance, cut executive payouts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090225/59231__melnyk_wants_biovail_meeting_to_change_governance_cut_executive_payouts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Company founder Eugene Melnyk is again assailing the management of Biovail Corp. (TSX:BVF), demanding a shareholder vote on "several resolutions to bolster Biovail's corporate governance... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 11:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAS response to child sex abuse in '60s, '70s Cornwall fell short, inquiry hears</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090225/59229__cas_response_to_child_sex_abuse_in_60s_70s_cornwall_fell_short_inquiry_hears_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CORNWALL, Ont. - The Children's Aid Society in Cornwall, Ont., acknowledges it didn't respond appropriately to allegations of child sex abuse in the 1960s and '70s.The local branch of the agency... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Recession grounds passengers, cuts into airline profits</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090225/59228__recession_grounds_passengers_cuts_into_airline_profits_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Conference Board says the recession will ground profits in Canada's airline industry this year.The Ottawa-based think tank says lower demand for personal and business air travel will... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 11:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian printer says it would be compensated if San Francisco daily folds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090225/59227__canadian_printer_says_it_would_be_compensated_if_san_francisco_daily_folds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Transcontinental Inc. (TSX:TCL.A) says its contract to print the San Francisco Chronicle provides for payments if the daily newspaper stolps publication, one of the options being... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 11:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sears Canada Q4 profit, revenue fall amid weaker consumer confidence</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090225/59220__sears_canada_q4_profit_revenue_fall_amid_weaker_consumer_confidence_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Department store operator Sears Canada Inc. (TSX:SCC) says a slump in consumer confidence after October depressed sales revenues in the quarter spanning the Christmas-New Year period.Net... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Opti Canada takes big charge in 2008 on sale of Long Lake assets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090225/59218__opti_canada_takes_big_charge_in_2008_on_sale_of_long_lake_assets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Oilsands company Opti Canada Inc. (TSX:OPC) reported its annual loss ballooned to $257 million in 2008 from a year-earlier $9 million on a $392-million pretax asset impairment provision... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier wins contract to supply more rail cars for Australia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090225/59209__bombardier_wins_contract_to_supply_more_rail_cars_for_australia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Bombardier Transportation (TSX:BBD.B) has been awarded a contract to build another 32 rail cars for a passenger line in Australia.The contract, worth approximately US$95 million, is for... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 09:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Private-sector investment to drop, public-sector to rise this year: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090225/59207__private_sector_investment_to_drop_public_sector_to_rise_this_year_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Investments in non-residential construction and machinery and equipment are expected to total $237.5 billion in 2009, down 6.6 per cent from 2008.Statistics Canada reports that while... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 08:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>U.S. travel to Canada lowest Q3 on record</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090225/59206__u_s_travel_to_canada_lowest_q3_on_record_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Visitors from the United States made 5.2 million overnight trips to Canada during the third quarter of 2008, the lowest third-quarter level since records were first kept in 1972.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 08:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Daily Show's&quot; Jon Stewart pokes fun at Barack Obama's Canadian trip</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090225/59179___quot_the_daily_show_s_quot_jon_stewart_pokes_fun_at_barack_obama_s_canadian_trip_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "The Daily Show" may have been in re-runs last week, but host Jon Stewart didn't let U.S. President Barack Obama's visit to Canada escape his sights.On Tuesday night's show, the American... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 01:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Steven Page leaves Barenaked Ladies, group to continue recording, touring</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090225/59178__steven_page_leaves_barenaked_ladies_group_to_continue_recording_touring_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Steven Page has left the Barenaked Ladies, the popular band he helped form in Toronto.The band's website said Wednesday that Page will be parting company with the remaining members of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 01:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090225/59177__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Not only did Dwyane Wade continue his run of career highs, he sent the Detroit Pistons to a new low.Wade scored 31 points and set a personal best with 16 assists, leading the Miami Heat to a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sheldon Souray scores pair of goals as Oilers defeat Lightning 5-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090225/59175__sheldon_souray_scores_pair_of_goals_as_oilers_defeat_lightning_5_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Still smarting from giving up a point against their provincial rivals, the Edmonton Oilers made sure they finished off a much-needed win against Tampa Bay.Sheldon Souray led the way... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 01:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090225/59174__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Hoping to break out of a woeful tailspin, the Montreal Canadiens shook things up by making a change in goal. So far, it seems to be workingBackup Jaroslav Halak made 34 saves to win his second... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Iginla has two goals and two assists as Flames burn Blue Jackets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090225/59173__iginla_has_two_goals_and_two_assists_as_flames_burn_blue_jackets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - It looks like the old Jarome Iginla is back for the Calgary Flames, and just in time.Iginla scored twice and added two assists Tuesday night to lead the Calgary Flames to a 4-1 victory... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 01:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's beef industry calls on Ottawa to file trade challenge against U.S.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090224/59168__canada_s_beef_industry_calls_on_ottawa_to_file_trade_challenge_against_u_s__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Only a week after expressing hope that U.S. President Barack Obama would soften a trade rule that is already hurting Canada's ailing beef industry, worried producers say they've learned... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 22:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dany Heatley hits 30-goal mark in Senators' 4-2 win over Hurricanes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090224/59167__dany_heatley_hits_30_goal_mark_in_senators_4_2_win_over_hurricanes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - After getting killed by several slow starts, the Ottawa Senators got out of the gate quickly against the Carolina Hurricanes.The Senators scored three first-period goals, two in a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 23:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chinese celebrity in B.C. hopes picture scandal will soon fade</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090224/59160__chinese_celebrity_in_b_c_hopes_picture_scandal_will_soon_fade_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Chinese-Canadian celebrity whose private sex pictures with several Hong Kong starlets set off an Internet firestorm hopes the women involved will soon put the incident behind... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 21:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chantal Petitclerc and Eric Lamaze win Canadian Sports Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090224/59159__chantal_petitclerc_and_eric_lamaze_win_canadian_sports_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Wheelchair racer Chantal Petitclerc and show jumper Eric Lamaze were named the female and male athletes of the year at the Canadian Sport Awards on Tuesday.Petitclerc, 39, won five gold... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 20:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TransCanada has eyes on California as possible future market</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090224/59149__transcanada_has_eyes_on_california_as_possible_future_market_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - TransCanada Corp. (TSX:TRP) sees California as a potential future market for Canadian crude oil, an executive with the Calgary-based pipeline giant said Tuesday.The company has a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>George Weston profits more than double to $404 million on sale of dairy business</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090224/59148__george_weston_profits_more_than_double_to_404_million_on_sale_of_dairy_business_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - George Weston Ltd. (TSX:WN) said Tuesday its fourth-quarter earnings rose to $404 million, from $151 million a year ago, thanks to a $335-million gain on the sale of its Ontario dairy... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian women's hockey team improves to 5-0 at University Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090224/59145__canadian_women_s_hockey_team_improves_to_5_0_at_university_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HARBIN, China. - Jennifer Newton scored twice as the Canadian women's hockey team beat Japan 4-1 to complete the round-robin with a perfect 5-0 record Tuesday at the World University Games.Andrea... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aastra Technologies says fourth-quarter hit by $25M in charges; profit of $1.5M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090224/59141__aastra_technologies_says_fourth_quarter_hit_by_25m_in_charges_profit_of_1_5m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Communications technology firm Aastra Technologies Ltd. (TSX:AAH) said its profit slipped in the fourth quarter after it took about $25 million in both charges and restructuring costs.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 17:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eldorado Gold withdraws public offering of common shares, citing dilution worries</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090224/59129__eldorado_gold_withdraws_public_offering_of_common_shares_citing_dilution_worries_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Eldorado Gold Corp. (TSX:ELD), a Vancouver-based miner, is withdrawing a C$275 million public offering of common shares, after underwriting terms would have diluted the company's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 16:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Truck brake plant to close in June, throwing more than 200 out of work</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090224/59128__truck_brake_plant_to_close_in_june_throwing_more_than_200_out_of_work_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TILBURY, Ont. - The ArvinMeritor plant in Tilbury, Ont., which makes brakes for the trucking industry, is shutting down.The Canadian Auto Workers union says it was informed of the decision to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 16:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian dramas 'The Border' and 'The Guard' head to U.S. network Ion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090224/59121__canadian_dramas_the_border_and_the_guard_head_to_u_s_network_ion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Two more Canadian series are getting an audience south of the border.CBC's crime drama "The Border" and Global's search-and-rescue show "The Guard" have been picked up by Ion Television... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CD releases for the week of Feb. 24</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090224/59099__cd_releases_for_the_week_of_feb_24_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here's a list of some new CD releases for the week of Feb. 24:3Oh!3 - "Want"B Real - "Smoke and Mirrors"Black Lips - "200 Million Thousand" Shemekia Copeland - "Never Going Back"The Damned -... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 14:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Degrassi' co-creator Linda Schuyler to receive the Female Eye Maverick Award</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090224/59085___degrassi_co_creator_linda_schuyler_to_receive_the_female_eye_maverick_award_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "Degrassi" co-creator Linda Schuyler is being recognized with the Female Eye Maverick Award.The prize is a newly created honour by the Female Eye Film Festival, an annual Toronto... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 12:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Naomi Klein wins $90,000 Warwick Prize for 'The Shock Doctrine'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090224/59083__naomi_klein_wins_90_000_warwick_prize_for_the_shock_doctrine__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON - Naomi Klein is the winner of the inaugural Warwick Prize for Writing for her book "The Shock Doctrine."The prize, worth 50,000 British pounds (about C$90,000), is run by Britain's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 17:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crown will pursue less serious form of sexual assault charge against Riders GM</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090224/59071__crown_will_pursue_less_serious_form_of_sexual_assault_charge_against_riders_gm_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - The Crown has opted to proceed on a less serious track as it pursues a sexual assault case against Saskatchewan Roughriders general manager Eric Tillman.Tillman's first appearance Tuesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DVD releases scheduled for the coming weeks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090224/59067__dvd_releases_scheduled_for_the_coming_weeks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A look at some DVDs scheduled to be released in the weeks ahead.For the week of Feb. 22-28The Bible's Buried Secrets: Beyond Fact or FictionThe BrainBreaking Bad: The Complete First... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 10:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Video: &quot;Body of Lies&quot; tops rentals list; &quot;High School Musical 3: Senior Year&quot; number one in sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090224/59066__rogers_video_quot_body_of_lies_quot_tops_rentals_list_quot_high_school_musical_3_senior_year_quot_number_one_in_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Rogers Video for the period ending Feb. 22.DVD RENTALS1 Body of Lies2 Changeling3 Quarantine4 Zack and Miri Make a Porno5 Nights in Rodanthe6 W.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 10:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xbox 360's &quot;Street Fighter IV&quot; tops the Rogers Video game rental list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090224/59065__xbox_360_s_quot_street_fighter_iv_quot_tops_the_rogers_video_game_rental_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals (all platforms) according to Rogers Video for the period ending Feb. 22.1 Street Fighter IV (Xbox 360)2 Street Fighter IV (PlayStation 3)3 Call of Duty:... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 10:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>George Weston`s profits more than double to $404 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090224/59064__george_weston_s_profits_more_than_double_to_404_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - George Weston Ltd. (TSX:WN) said Tuesday its fourth-quarter earnings rose to $404 million, from $151 million a year ago, thanks to a $335-million gain on the sale of its Ontario dairy... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 13:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Maple Leaf Foods Q4 loss improves to $14.6M, sales up 11.4 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090224/59063__maple_leaf_foods_q4_loss_improves_to_14_6m_sales_up_11_4_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (TSX:MFI) says its recovery from last year's tainted meat scandal is progressing well as the food processor reported a fourth-quarter loss of $14.6 million, improved... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 10:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>EI recipients on the rise, union calls for extended benefits</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090224/59057__ei_recipients_on_the_rise_union_calls_for_extended_benefits_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The number of Canadians who were receiving an employment insurance cheque jumped by 25,000 in December, a 4.9 per cent increase over the previous month.Statistics Canada said last month's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 films in Canada from Feb. 20-22</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090224/59056__top_10_films_in_canada_from_feb_20_22_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Top 10 films in Canada for the weekend of Feb. 20-22 ranked by box office receipts:1. "Slumdog Millionaire" - $1,113,1462. "He's Just Not That Into You" - $921,2863. "Confessions of a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 08:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090224/59034__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It took a miracle shot from Devin Harris to stop the New Jersey Nets' season-high losing streak.Harris hit an unbelievable lunging 47-foot shot at the buzzer and the Nets snapped a five-game... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 01:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NovaGold Resources reports fourth-quarter loss of $195.3 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090223/59024__novagold_resources_reports_fourth_quarter_loss_of_195_3_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - NovaGold Resources Inc. (TSX:NG) said Monday that it lost $195.3 million in its most recent quarter, but the troubled resource company said it has secured new financing and is... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 20:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ING Canada to increase its quarterly dividend by a penny to 32 cents</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090223/59022__ing_canada_to_increase_its_quarterly_dividend_by_a_penny_to_32_cents_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - ING Canada (TSX:IIC) said Monday that it ill increase its company's quarterly dividend by a penny to 32 cents per share.The dividend will be payable on March 31 to shareholders of record... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 20:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HudBay Minerals and Lundin Mining call off all-stock merger deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090223/59015__hudbay_minerals_and_lundin_mining_call_off_all_stock_merger_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - HudBay Minerals (TSX:HBM) and Lundin Mining (TSX:LUN) scrapped their friendly merger deal Monday as HudBay shareholders threatened to vote down the agreement.Lundin shareholders had... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 19:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flaherty sets schedule for pension consultation, seeks input on auto leasing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090223/58999__flaherty_sets_schedule_for_pension_consultation_seeks_input_on_auto_leasing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The federal government has set a March-April cross-country schedule for consultations on the plight of private-sector pension plans, and also launched its consultation on freeing up car... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 17:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Newly independent ING Canada rebranding as Intact Insurance</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090223/58997__newly_independent_ing_canada_rebranding_as_intact_insurance_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - ING Canada (TSX:IIC), no longer controlled by ING Group, is rebranding the largest home, auto and business insurer in the country as Intact Insurance Co.Monday's announcement follows... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manulife denies speculation that new issue of common shares is imminent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090223/58995__manulife_denies_speculation_that_new_issue_of_common_shares_is_imminent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC), its share price corroded by speculation about its financial solidity, insisted Monday it will not issue new common stock unless it makes a major... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ticketmaster to change online sales system; Ontario lawsuit continues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090223/58991__ticketmaster_to_change_online_sales_system_ontario_lawsuit_continues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - Ticketmaster agreed Monday to change its online ticket sales process after butting heads with Bruce Springsteen and his fans, but an Ontario lawsuit against the company will... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 19:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Southwestern Resources to merge with Geoinformatics in friendly deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090223/58983__southwestern_resources_to_merge_with_geoinformatics_in_friendly_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Southwestern Resources Corp. (TSX:SWG), a Vancouver company which was hit by shareholder lawsuits after problems with exploration results at its Chinese properties, has struck a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>N.S. oil rig builder suspends work on $35 million project, lays off 15</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sydney/finance/business/20090223/58982__n_s_oil_rig_builder_suspends_work_on_35_million_project_lays_off_15_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SYDNEY, N.S. - The suspension of work on a $35 million contract for the construction of two land-based oil drill rigs has resulted in 15 layoffs at a Nova Scotia company.Laurentian Steel... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ExelTech Aerospace wins contract from Portuguese regional air carrier</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090223/58981__exeltech_aerospace_wins_contract_from_portuguese_regional_air_carrier_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - ExelTech Aerospace Inc. (TSXV:XLT) says it will provide heavy maintenance and overhaul services for two Bombardier-made Dash 8-200 regional aircraft being acquired by SATA Air Acores,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Hydro returns to profitability in fourth quarter, revenue up 35 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090223/58980__canadian_hydro_returns_to_profitability_in_fourth_quarter_revenue_up_35_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Hydro Developers, Inc. (TSX:KHD) returned to profitability in the fourth quarter, as the alternative energy producer's revenue increased from a year earlier by 35 per cent.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 14:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal's Secret City Records and EMI sign distribution and production deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090223/58976__montreal_s_secret_city_records_and_emi_sign_distribution_and_production_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Montreal's Secret City Records likely won't be a secret much longer.The indie label has signed a distribution and production deal with EMI Music Canada.The label boasts a roster that... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ex-TV game show host Bob Barker urges Edmonton to transfer isolated elephant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090223/58974__ex_tv_game_show_host_bob_barker_urges_edmonton_to_transfer_isolated_elephant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Critics fighting the isolation of an elephant at Edmonton's Valley Zoo have received a boost from former TV game show host Bob Barker.The retired star of "The Price is Right" has sent a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada wins three medals at World University Games on Monday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090223/58962__canada_wins_three_medals_at_world_university_games_on_monday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HARBIN, China - Canada's short-track speedskaters ended the country's medal drought at the World University Games on Monday.Montreal's Guillaume Bastille earned Canada's first medal of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>InterOil warns its 2008 results were below expectations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090223/58957__interoil_warns_its_2008_results_were_below_expectations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - InterOil Corp. (NYSE:IOC), which is developing a vertically integrated energy business focused on Papua New Guinea, warned Monday that its estimated net loss for 2008 will be between US$9... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petro Vista Energy to acquire Loon Energy in merger of junior energy companies</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090223/58956__petro_vista_energy_to_acquire_loon_energy_in_merger_of_junior_energy_companies_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Petro Vista Energy Corp. (TSXV:PTV) has struck a deal to acquire Loon Energy Corp. (TSXV:LNE) in an all-stock transaction between the two junior oil and gas companies worth about... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CryptoLogic fires back at former CEO in power battle</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090223/58951__cryptologic_fires_back_at_former_ceo_in_power_battle_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DUBLIN, Ireland - CryptoLogic Ltd. (TSX:CRY) has fired back at former chief executive officer Javaid Aziz, who has been attempting to unseat the software company's directors since the former IBM... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 10:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Noranda to reduce production of sulphuric acid and zinc by 20 per cent in March</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090223/58950__noranda_to_reduce_production_of_sulphuric_acid_and_zinc_by_20_per_cent_in_march_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VALLEYFIELD, Que. - Noranda Income Fund (TSX:NIF.UN) said Monday it will reduce production of sulphuric acid and zinc by approximately 20 per cent in March due to a lack of storage capacity.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 10:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Iamgold's 2008 reserves increase by 20 per cent to 9.6 million ounces</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090223/58949__iamgold_s_2008_reserves_increase_by_20_per_cent_to_9_6_million_ounces_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Iamgold Corp. (TSX:IMG) said Monday its proven and probable reserves at the end of 2008 were 9.6 million ounces, an increase of 20 per cent or 1.6 million ounces from a year earlier.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 10:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>EurOmax buys Silk Road in friendly deal to create larger mining company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090223/58948__euromax_buys_silk_road_in_friendly_deal_to_create_larger_mining_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - EurOmax Resources Ltd. (TSXV:EOX) and Silk Road Resources Ltd. (TSXV:SIL) have struck a friendly deal under which EurOmax will acquire Silk Road in a cash swap deal valued at just... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 10:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>December retail sales suffer biggest monthly drop in over 15 years</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090223/58933__december_retail_sales_suffer_biggest_monthly_drop_in_over_15_years_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Widespread declines in all sectors pushed retail sales down 5.4 per cent in December to $33 billion - the largest monthly decline in over 15 years.Statistics Canada says three-quarters of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 08:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Korean company kills investment deal with Yellowcake Mining Inc.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090223/58928__korean_company_kills_investment_deal_with_yellowcake_mining_inc__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Korean Electric Power Co. has pulled out of a planned joint venture with Yellowcake Mining Inc. to develop the Uravan-Beck project in Colorado.The Korean company planned to... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pratt & Whitney Canada announces slew of helicopter service deals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090222/58906__pratt_whitney_canada_announces_slew_of_helicopter_service_deals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Pratt & Whitney Canada has announced deals with Canadian, U.S. and German companies to provide support and services for helicopter fleets.The Quebec-based company announced in a news... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 23:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crawford scores four as Rush snap three-game skid against Mammoth</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090222/58903__crawford_scores_four_as_rush_snap_three_game_skid_against_mammoth_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Rush believe they still have a shot at the playoffs thanks to a desperate win over the Colorado Mammoth.Callum Crawford led the way with four goals and two assists as the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 23:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Gagnon, Dufour-Lapointe top Canadians at dual moguls competition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090222/58891__canadians_gagnon_dufour_lapointe_top_canadians_at_dual_moguls_competition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadians wrapped up the Noram freestyle ski season with fourth-place finishes from youngsters Marc-Antoine Gagnon of Terrebonne, Que., and Justine Dufour-Lapointe of Montreal in Noram... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 20:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dawson's late heroics lead Blazers to 11-10 win over Roughnecks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090222/58887__dawson_s_late_heroics_lead_blazers_to_11_10_win_over_roughnecks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - "Dangerous" Dan Dawson lived up to his nickname on Sunday afternoon in Calgary.Dawson scored with 35.6 seconds left in the game to lift the Boston Blazers to an 11-10 win over the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 21:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian men's short-track relay team qualifies for University Games final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090222/58877__canadian_men_s_short_track_relay_team_qualifies_for_university_games_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HARBIN, China. - The Canadian men's short-track speedskating relay team qualified for its final Sunday at the World University Games.The team of Guillaume Bastille of Riviere-du-Loup, Que., Liam... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 17:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Anderson finishes fifth in snowboard World Cup race</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090222/58876__canada_s_anderson_finishes_fifth_in_snowboard_world_cup_race_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STONEHAM, Que. - Jasey-Jay Anderson of Mont-Tremblant, Que., was fifth in the parallel giant slalom at a snowboard World Cup event Sunday.Benjamin Karl won the gold to lead an Austrian sweep of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 17:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bargnani has 28 points, 10 rebounds to lead Raptors past Knicks 111-100</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090222/58862__bargnani_has_28_points_10_rebounds_to_lead_raptors_past_knicks_111_100_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shawn Marion and the Toronto Raptors didn't have to wait very long to avenge an ugly loss at Madison Square Garden.Marion had 16 points and 15 rebounds for his second double-double in as... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 17:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>More detail needed on Chrysler plan for Canada, says Clement</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090222/58851__more_detail_needed_on_chrysler_plan_for_canada_says_clement_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The federal government needs to get a better idea from Chrysler Canada about the implications for this country of the company's financial restructuring plan, says Industry Minister Tony... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 13:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Taliban commander, who directed campaign of roadside bombings, killed in raid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090222/58837__taliban_commander_who_directed_campaign_of_roadside_bombings_killed_in_raid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Afghan forces were credited Sunday with bringing down a Taliban leader who was responsible for directing a campaign of roadside bombings in Kandahar province.Mullah Mahmood... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 12:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calgary and UBC win women's and men's titles at CIS swimming championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090222/58829__calgary_and_ubc_win_women_s_and_men_s_titles_at_cis_swimming_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Calgary Dino women won their first ever team title and the UBC Thunderbird men reclaimed top spot in the country as the fastest Canadian Interuniversity Sport swimming... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 06:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Raptors back up Marion's big game in win over Knicks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090222/58828__raptors_back_up_marion_s_big_game_in_win_over_knicks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Shawn Marion had his second straight double-double, and this time the Toronto Raptors didn't let it go to waste.Marion had 16 points and 15 rebounds for his second double-double in as many games... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 23:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Todd Bertuzzi scores shootout winner as Flames beat Oilers 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090222/58827__todd_bertuzzi_scores_shootout_winner_as_flames_beat_oilers_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - It definitely felt like one that got away from the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night.Todd Bertuzzi recorded the shootout winner as the Calgary Flames won for the fourth time in their... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 06:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090222/58826__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ After a little push-and-shove, Sidney Crosby was still running his mouth, even as his helmet came off and a linesman tried to push him back toward the bench.Alex Ovechkin responded with a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 23:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Todd Bertuzzi scores shootout winner as Flames beat Oilers 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090222/58825__todd_bertuzzi_scores_shootout_winner_as_flames_beat_oilers_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Todd Bertuzzi recorded the shootout winner as the Calgary Flames won for the fourth time in their last five outings, defeating the Edmonton Oilers 3-2 on Saturday night.Jarome Iginla... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 01:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Germany's David Moller overcomes knee injury to claim luge event at Whistler</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090222/58820__germany_s_david_moller_overcomes_knee_injury_to_claim_luge_event_at_whistler_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WHISTLER, B.C. - David Moller of Germany won the ninth men's title of his career at the World Cup luge event Saturday at the Whistler Sliding Centre.Despite a torn ligament in his left knee,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Austria's Gimpl wins World Cup snowboard event; Canada's Connolly fourth</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090221/58805__austria_s_gimpl_wins_world_cup_snowboard_event_canada_s_connolly_fourth_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Austria's Stefan Gimpl took gold at the Big Air FIS World Cup snowboard event in Quebec City on Saturday, while Canada's Neil Connolly finished fourth.Gimpl scored 52.7, a full 5.1 points... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 19:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Richard MacLennan captures silver in 500-metre combined</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090221/58803__canada_s_richard_maclennan_captures_silver_in_500_metre_combined_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ZAKOPANE, Poland - The snow stopped falling just in time for Richard MacLennan of Sault Ste-Marie, Ont., to skate the day's fastest time and win silver in the 500-metre combined Saturday at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 18:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto's Irwin earns first career victory on Pontiac GMC Cup circuit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090221/58801__toronto_s_irwin_earns_first_career_victory_on_pontiac_gmc_cup_circuit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMP-FORTUNE, Que. - Madison Irwin of Toronto earned her first career victory on the Pontiac GMC Cup skiing circuit Saturday, winning the women's slalom race by more than a second.Irwin posted the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 18:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Britain wins women's bobsled at world championships; Canadians fourth</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090221/58794__britain_wins_women_s_bobsled_at_world_championships_canadians_fourth_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAKE PLACID, N.Y. - Helen Upperton of Calgary narrowly missed the podium Saturday, piloting the Canada 1 sled to a fourth-place finish at the world bobsled championships.With Edmonton's Jenny... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 16:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Woolstencroft captures second straight gold at IPC world event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090221/58788__canada_s_woolstencroft_captures_second_straight_gold_at_ipc_world_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANGWON LAND, South Korea - Lauren Woolstencroft of North Vancouver, B.C., captured her second gold medal in as many days Saturday, racing to victory in the giant slalom at the IPC world... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 15:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Christopher captures 400-metre victory in Birmingham</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090221/58783__canada_s_christopher_captures_400_metre_victory_in_birmingham_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BIRMINGHAM, England - Tyler Christopher of Chilliwack, B.C., sprinted to victory in the men's 400 metres at the Aviva Grand Prix on Saturday, recording the second fastest time in the world this... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 16:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>UBC's Pierse sets new Canadian record in 200 metre at CIS championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090221/58745__ubc_s_pierse_sets_new_canadian_record_in_200_metre_at_cis_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Three short course records fell on a busy Day 2 of the 2009 Canadian Interuniversity Sport swimming championships at the UBC Aquatic Centre on Friday.Annamay Pierse (UBC) of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 06:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090221/58744__friday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Chris Bosh's return from injury should have sparked the Toronto Raptors' offence. Instead it faded into one of their worst efforts of the season.Wilson Chandler scored a career-high 32 points,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 06:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Agrium goes ahead with four-week layoff at Vanscoy potash mine</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090221/58739__agrium_goes_ahead_with_four_week_layoff_at_vanscoy_potash_mine_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANSCOY, Sask. - Roughly 300 workers at the potash mine in Vanscoy, Sask. are being laid off next month for four weeks because their employer is choked with product and running out of warehouse... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 00:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Friday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090221/58738__nhl_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With 11 straight wins at home, Ty Conklin isn't leaving much doubt about who the starting goaltender in Detroit is.Conklin made 24 saves, Henrik Zetterberg had a goal and two assists and the Red... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 00:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Peter Keleghan, Nicholas Campbell win 2009 ACTRA Toronto awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090220/58736__peter_keleghan_nicholas_campbell_win_2009_actra_toronto_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Actor Peter Keleghan received the 2009 ACTRA Toronto award of excellence at a ceremony Friday.Keleghan, whose career includes four Gemini awards and more than 70 film and TV credits, has... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 23:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atwood rues withdrawal from Dubai literary fest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090220/58728__atwood_rues_withdrawal_from_dubai_literary_fest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON - Canadian author Margaret Atwood is questioning her decision to pull out of a Dubai literary festival, saying she may have acted without knowing all the facts.In the British newspaper the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 22:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Germany claims five of six podium spots at World Cup luge event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090220/58721__germany_claims_five_of_six_podium_spots_at_world_cup_luge_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WHISTLER, B.C. - In what has become a familiar phrase in luge, Germany dominated the podium by claiming five of six medals Friday at the inaugural World Cup race at the Whistler Sliding CentreIn... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 23:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's men's hockey team, Canadian curlers notch wins at University Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090220/58709__canada_s_men_s_hockey_team_canadian_curlers_notch_wins_at_university_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HARBIN, China - Brian Woolger of Edmonton notched a hat trick as the Canadian men's hockey team opened defence of its Winter University Games hockey title with a 13-0 thrashing of China on Friday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teck loses appeal in Supreme Court to have insurer lawsuit stayed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090220/58705__teck_loses_appeal_in_supreme_court_to_have_insurer_lawsuit_stayed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B) has lost a battle in the Supreme Court of Canada to have a lawsuit stayed that was filed against the company by its insurers.The decision Friday... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 18:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teck loses appeal in Supreme Court to have insurer lawsuit stayed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090220/58704__teck_loses_appeal_in_supreme_court_to_have_insurer_lawsuit_stayed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B) has lost a battle in the Supreme Court of Canada to have a lawsuit stayed that was filed against the company by its insurers.The decision Friday... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 17:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>No Canuck Oscar nominees means no party at Cdn Consulate in Los Angeles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/losangeles/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090220/58702__no_canuck_oscar_nominees_means_no_party_at_cdn_consulate_in_los_angeles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LOS ANGELES - There was no pre-Oscar reception at the Canadian Consulate this year.That's because the bash usually fetes Canucks who are up for the coveted golden statuette - and this year there... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 16:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Little Big Planet' leads video game awards in Las Vegas</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090220/58700__little_big_planet_leads_video_game_awards_in_las_vegas_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAS VEGAS - "Little Big Planet" was the big winner at the 12th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards, capturing eight honours including Game of the Year and Console Game of the Year.The Sony... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 16:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Feb. 9-15</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090220/58693__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_feb_9_15_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Feb. 9-15:1 "Grey's Anatomy" (CTV, Thursday) - 2,300,000 2 "American Idol" (CTV, Tuesday) -... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 15:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blue Note New Brunswick zinc operation takes court shelter from creditors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090220/58682__blue_note_new_brunswick_zinc_operation_takes_court_shelter_from_creditors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Blue Note Caribou Mines Inc., the main operating unit of Blue Note Mining Inc. (TSX:BN), has been granted court protection from creditors, citing plummeting prices for lead and zinc from... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 13:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sears Canada cuts 300 jobs to prepare for 'tough' year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090220/58675__sears_canada_cuts_300_jobs_to_prepare_for_tough_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sears Canada (TSX:SCC) has laid off 300 employees to prepare for what a company spokesman calls a "tough" year.That represents less than one per cent of the company's workforce of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canexus Income Fund posts $16.9 million Q4 loss on $39.7 million exchange charge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090220/58673__canexus_income_fund_posts_16_9_million_q4_loss_on_39_7_million_exchange_charge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Chemical producer Canexus Income Fund (TSX:CUS.UN) reported a $16.9 million fourth-quarter loss at its operating unit, reversing a year-ago profit as the company took a big currency... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DBRS downgrades Vancouver a notch to AA: pre-Olympic outlook negative</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090220/58665__dbrs_downgrades_vancouver_a_notch_to_aa_pre_olympic_outlook_negative_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Debt rating service DBRS has downgraded the City of Vancouver by one notch from AA (high) to AA, and said Friday the trend is negative because of the financial sinkhole at the Olympic... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sudbury, Ont., miners plan at Clement riding office over Xstrata layoffs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090220/58651__sudbury_ont_miners_plan_at_clement_riding_office_over_xstrata_layoffs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HUNTSVILLE, Ont. - Miners from the Xstrata facility in Sudbury, Ont., plan to gather at Industry Minister Tony Clement's riding office today to protest recent layoffs.The union says the Feb. 9... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teck sells its Hemlo Mines gold operations to Barrick for US$65 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090220/58644__teck_sells_its_hemlo_mines_gold_operations_to_barrick_for_us_65_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B) says it has agreed to sell its fifty per cent interest in the Williams and David Bell gold mines in the Hemlo district of northern Ontario for US$65... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 17:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada loses almost 322,000 manufacturing jobs in five years</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090220/58639__canada_loses_almost_322_000_manufacturing_jobs_in_five_years_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A new study says Canada lost nearly 322,000 manufacturing jobs from 2004 to 2008, or more than one in seven.Statistics Canada reports more than 1.5 million jobs were created in the rest... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 08:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HSBC Bank Canada says fourth-quarter earnings drop to $115 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090220/58631__hsbc_bank_canada_says_fourth_quarter_earnings_drop_to_115_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - HSBC Bank Canada said Friday earnings for the fourth-quarter of 2008 fell due in part to an impairment charge related to its holdings of asset-backed commercial paper.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 06:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Five Canadian records fall at CIS swimming championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090220/58612__five_canadian_records_fall_at_cis_swimming_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canadian Olympians broke five senior national records Thursday on Day 1 of the 2009 Canadian Interuniversity Sport swimming championships at the UBC Aquatic Centre.University of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 00:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alta ERCB puts hearing on Petro Canada project on hold because of dating workers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58609__alta_ercb_puts_hearing_on_petro_canada_project_on_hold_because_of_dating_workers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Alberta's Energy Resources Conservation Board has put a Petro-Canada project hearing on hold because one of its employees has been dating a worker from the company.The ERCB says it has... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Henrik Sedin has goal, three assists as flying Canucks down Senators</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090219/58600__henrik_sedin_has_goal_three_assists_as_flying_canucks_down_senators_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators looked tired after their recent successful road trip, and the surging Vancouver Canucks took full advantage.Vancouver's deadly line of Henrik Sedin, Daniel Sedin and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto Rock defender Dan Ladouceur retires after 10 seasons</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090219/58598__toronto_rock_defender_dan_ladouceur_retires_after_10_seasons_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Toronto Rock veteran defender Dan Ladouceur has retired after ten seasons in the National Lacrosse League, the team announced Thursday.Ladouceur, 35, played in 136 career games in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 21:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magna Entertainment says TSX reviewing listing of shares on the exchange</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58588__magna_entertainment_says_tsx_reviewing_listing_of_shares_on_the_exchange_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AURORA, Ont. - Magna Entertainment Corp. (TSX:MEC.A) said Thursday that the Toronto Stock Exchange is conducting an "expedited review of the eligibility" for the continued listing on the TSX of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 20:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CBS picks up CTV cop series 'The Bridge' after seeing 2-hour pilot</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090219/58586__cbs_picks_up_ctv_cop_series_the_bridge_after_seeing_2_hour_pilot_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - CBS has picked up the CTV cop series "The Bridge," which is set to go into production in the spring.The Canadian network said Thursday that CBS committed after viewing the two-hour pilot... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 20:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Three Calgary Roughnecks named as reserves for NLL all-star game</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20090219/58581__three_calgary_roughnecks_named_as_reserves_for_nll_all_star_game_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Forward Tracey Kelusky, defenceman Jeff Moleski and transition player Jeff Shattler of the Calgary Roughnecks were named as reserves for the 2009 National Lacrosse League all-star game... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 20:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian men drop University Games curling opener to Sweden</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090219/58577__canadian_men_drop_university_games_curling_opener_to_sweden_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HARBIN, China - Sweden's Niklas Edin scored four in the third end en route to an 8-5 win over Canada's Mike Anderson in the men's curling opener Thursday at the World University Games.Anderson... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 19:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Supreme Court rejects oil companies' challenge over N.L. offshore spending</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58576__supreme_court_rejects_oil_companies_challenge_over_n_l_offshore_spending_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Supreme Court of Canada has dismissed an application from oil companies to challenge rules that require them to spend a lot more in research and development in Newfoundland's offshore... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 19:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ShawCor reports Q4 profit of $57.3 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090219/58571__shawcor_reports_q4_profit_of_57_3_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - ShawCor Ltd. (TSX:SCL.A) said Thursday it earned $57.3 million in its most recent quarter, up sharply from a year ago, boosted by a weaker Canadian dollar.The pipeline and energy... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>List of economic woes across Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58570__list_of_economic_woes_across_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Provinces and territories across Canada are feeling the drain of a global economic crisis:Newfoundland and Labrador: Economic prospects have dimmed because of plunging oil and mineral markets and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canfor reports Q4 loss of $229.8 million, compared with $237 million a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58568__canfor_reports_q4_loss_of_229_8_million_compared_with_237_million_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canfor Corp. (TSX:CFP) said Thursday it lost $229.8 million in its most recent quarter, compared with a loss of $237 million a year ago, and warned of even tougher times ahead.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto-based Premier Salons buy 717-store beauty business from Regis Corp.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090219/58563__toronto_based_premier_salons_buy_717_store_beauty_business_from_regis_corp__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian salon and spa operator Premier Salons has more than doubled its presence in the United States with the purchase of 717 salon and beauty product stores from Regis Corp.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 17:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fairfax Financial reports Q4 profit of US$346.8 million, down from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090219/58562__fairfax_financial_reports_q4_profit_of_us_346_8_million_down_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) reported a drop in fourth-quarter earnings compared with a year ago, but an increase for the full year.The company, which keeps its books in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 17:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brick Group suspends distributions, units hit record low</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58557__brick_group_suspends_distributions_units_hit_record_low_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - A suspension of monthly distributions by The Brick Group Income Fund (TSX:BRK.UN), one of Canada's largest furniture retailers, led to a nearly 40 per cent plunge Thursday in the fund's... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>West Fraser reports Q4 loss on foreign exchange loss on long-term debt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58556__west_fraser_reports_q4_loss_on_foreign_exchange_loss_on_long_term_debt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (TSX:WFT) reported Thursday a fourth-quarter loss of $69.5 million as the lumber producer took a foreign exchange hit on its long-term debt.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gold Wheaton Gold to sell $100 million of equity through syndicate</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58550__gold_wheaton_gold_to_sell_100_million_of_equity_through_syndicate_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Gold Wheaton Gold (TSXV:GLW) has arranged to sell at least $100 million worth of its equity in order to finance a previously announced purchase of gold from First Uranium Corp.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>LeBoldus Capital acquires prospective uranium property in Athabasca basin of Saskatchewan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58549__leboldus_capital_acquires_prospective_uranium_property_in_athabasca_basin_of_saskatchewan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - LeBoldus Capital Inc. (TSXV: LEB.P), a Calgary-based shell company trying to get a normal stock listing on the TSX Venture Exchange, says it plans to acquire the Green Lake uranium... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 16:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Global airplane fatalities fell 27 per cent to 502 in 2008, accidents up slightly</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090219/58545__global_airplane_fatalities_fell_27_per_cent_to_502_in_2008_accidents_up_slightly_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - More than 500 people died in plane accidents around the world last year, but the number of fatalities declined by 27 per cent, the International Air Transport Association said Thursday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Inter Pipeline Q4 revenue falls to $259.8 million, down 16.4 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58542__inter_pipeline_q4_revenue_falls_to_259_8_million_down_16_4_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Inter Pipeline Fund (TSX:IPL.UN) says its revenue fell to $259.8 million in the fourth quarter, pushing down funds from operations, with the biggest decline coming from at its natural gas... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cadiscor Resources scraps deal to merge with Tiomin Resources</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58538__cadiscor_resources_scraps_deal_to_merge_with_tiomin_resources_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Cadiscor Resources Inc. (TSXV:CAO), a Montreal junior miner, says it won't go ahead with a proposed merger with Tiomin Resources Inc. (TSX:TIO) because proposed changes made the deal... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>More pink slips for General Motors workers in Oshawa, Ont.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58536__more_pink_slips_for_general_motors_workers_in_oshawa_ont__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OSHAWA, Ont. - More than 200 workers at the General Motors plant in Oshawa, Ont., have received temporary layoff notices.The notices affect 227 skilled tradespeople, like electricians and welders.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 14:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nino Ricci, Marina Endicott among Cdns in running for Commonwealth Writers Prize</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090219/58529__nino_ricci_marina_endicott_among_cdns_in_running_for_commonwealth_writers_prize_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Nino Ricci and Marina Endicott are among the Canadian authors in the running for the Commonwealth Writers' Prize.Both made the Canada and Caribbean regional short list for best book,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Precision Drilling units pull sharp turnaround after debt offering pulled</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58522__precision_drilling_units_pull_sharp_turnaround_after_debt_offering_pulled_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Precision Drilling Trust (TSX:PD.UN) units pulled a sharp turnaround Thursday, falling by more than 16 per cent in the morning after the trust postponed a debt offering, but ended the day... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things&quot; by Jason Mraz tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090219/58511__hmv_canada_quot_we_sing_we_dance_we_steal_things_quot_by_jason_mraz_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending Feb. 18.CDs1 We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things - Jason Mraz2 Only by Night - Kings of Leon 3 The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 11:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>FNX ships 1.26 million tons of ore from Sudbury operations in 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090219/58501__fnx_ships_1_26_million_tons_of_ore_from_sudbury_operations_in_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - FNX Mining Co. Inc. (TSX:FNX) said Thursday it shipped 1.26 million tons of ore from its operations in Sudbury, Ont. in 2008, lower than forecast as falling metals prices led the miner to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 10:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Argos acquire linebacker Moreno from Bombers for lineman Johnson</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090219/58499__argos_acquire_linebacker_moreno_from_bombers_for_lineman_johnson_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto Argonauts have acquired all-star linebacker Zeke Moreno and a 2009 sixth-round draft pick from the Winnipeg Blue Bombers for defensive end Riall Johnson, the CFL club... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Housing starts down 7.5 per cent in 2008, two years of sharp drops to come: CMHC</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58486__housing_starts_down_7_5_per_cent_in_2008_two_years_of_sharp_drops_to_come_cmhc_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says housing starts fell 7.5 per cent to about 211,056 units in 2008 from 2007.But the agency is forecasting sharply lower levels of starts for the next... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society&quot; tops Maclean's fiction list for the week ending Feb. 17</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090219/58485___quot_the_guernsey_literary_and_potato_peel_pie_society_quot_tops_maclean_s_fiction_list_for_the_week_ending_feb_17_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 hardcover fiction and non-fiction books in Canada for the week ending Feb. 17 compiled by Maclean's magazine.FICTION 1 (1) The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Shack&quot; by William Young tops Amazon.ca books list for the week ending Feb. 17</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090219/58484___quot_the_shack_quot_by_william_young_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_for_the_week_ending_feb_17_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the 10 best selling fiction and non-fiction books for this week from Amazon.ca. Bracketed figures indicate position the previous week: FICTION1 (1) The Shack - William Young (paperback)... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Travel to U.S. declines in December</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58482__travel_to_u_s_declines_in_december_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadians took nearly 3.2 million trips to the United States in December, down four per cent from November.Statistics Canada reports Canadians made 739,000 trips to countries other than... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Indicators steepen decline in January</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58480__indicators_steepen_decline_in_january_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The rate of decline of the composite index accelerated to 0.8 per cent in January from 0.5 per cent in December - the largest and most widespread decrease since the index began its decline... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Silver Wheaton reports fourth-quarter loss of $54.2 million, lower 2008 profit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58474__silver_wheaton_reports_fourth_quarter_loss_of_54_2_million_lower_2008_profit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW) said Thursday that writedowns on long-term investments led the company to a fourth-quarter loss and a significant narrowing of full-year profits.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 08:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pan American Silver slides to fourth-quarter loss, reduced full-year profit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58463__pan_american_silver_slides_to_fourth_quarter_loss_reduced_full_year_profit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Pan American Silver Corp. (TSX:PAA) said Thursday a writedown on one of its mines, coupled with losses on currency positions and price adjustments, drove the company into the red... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Penn West reports net income of $404 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090219/58458__penn_west_reports_net_income_of_404_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Penn West Energy Trust (TSX:PWT.UN) said Wednesday it was preparing for a difficult year ahead by curbing capital spending and reducing distributions to unitholders even as the trust... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 03:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Redcorp shares fall after the company said construction to remain stopped</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090218/58445__redcorp_shares_fall_after_the_company_said_construction_to_remain_stopped_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Shares of Redcorp Ventures Ltd. (TSX:RDV) lost three-quarters of their value Wednesday after the company said construction at its Tulsequah Chief mine will remain suspended.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 21:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MI Developments cancels plans to disentangle itself from Magna Entertainment</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090218/58437__mi_developments_cancels_plans_to_disentangle_itself_from_magna_entertainment_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AURORA, Ont. - MI Developments Inc. (TSX:MIM.A) said Wednesday that it was cancelling plans that would have seen the company disentangle itself from Magna Entertainment Corp. (TSX:MEC.A).MID, the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 20:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ringette Canada Hall of Fame set to welcome four new members</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090218/58433__ringette_canada_hall_of_fame_set_to_welcome_four_new_members_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Ringette Canada Hall of Fame will welcome four new inductees this spring.Judy Diduck of Sherwood Park, Alta., and Edmonton's Maria Thompson will be inducted in the athlete category.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 20:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian National Railway Co. announces US$550-million debt offering</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090218/58415__canadian_national_railway_co_announces_us_550_million_debt_offering_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canadian National Railway Co. (TSX:CNR) announced a plan Wednesday to issue US$550 million in 5.55 per cent notes that will be used to repay other debt.The notes will be due in 2019. CN... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 17:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cameco issuing $400M to $460M in new shares 'to take advantage of opportunities</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090218/58414__cameco_issuing_400m_to_460m_in_new_shares_to_take_advantage_of_opportunities__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO) is raising between $400 million and $460 million in an issue of new common stock "to strengthen its capital position and enhance its financial flexibility to... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 17:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AbitibiBowater's expropriated assets worth less than $300M claim: Williams</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090218/58410__abitibibowater_s_expropriated_assets_worth_less_than_300m_claim_williams_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Premier Danny Williams is dismissing a claim by paper giant AbitibiBowater (TSX:ABH) that the Newfoundland and Labrador government's expropriation of the company's assets in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 16:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Superior Plus trims cash-flow outlook for 2009 amid economic uncertainty</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090218/58405__superior_plus_trims_cash_flow_outlook_for_2009_amid_economic_uncertainty_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Superior Plus Corp. (TSX:SPB) is trimming its outlook for 2009 after what it describes as an "excellent" final year as an income trust.Superior Plus, whose operations include propane... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 16:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Finning falls to Q4 loss on big one-time charges but reports record revenue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090218/58394__finning_falls_to_q4_loss_on_big_one_time_charges_but_reports_record_revenue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Heavy equipment dealer Finning International Inc. (TSX:FTT) has reported a fourth-quarter loss of $106.8-million, reversing a year-earlier profit of $70.5 million, as it booked... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 15:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Buffalo's Mark Steenhuis named NLL overall and offensive player of week</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20090218/58384__buffalo_s_mark_steenhuis_named_nll_overall_and_offensive_player_of_week_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Buffalo's Mark Steenhuis was named National Lacrosse League overall and offensive player of the week Wednesday.He broke two records in the Bandits' 25-10 rout of the Toronto Rock last... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada drills Britain 11-0 in women's hockey opener at Winter Universiade</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090218/58383__canada_drills_britain_11_0_in_women_s_hockey_opener_at_winter_universiade_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HARBIN, China - Leah Copeland of Fort McMurray, Alta., scored three goals and assisted on another as the Canadian women's hockey team began play with an 11-0 thrashing of Britain on Wednesday at... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto native Matthew Jocelyn to run Canadian Stage Company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090218/58379__toronto_native_matthew_jocelyn_to_run_canadian_stage_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Toronto-born theatre director Matthew Jocelyn, who has spent much of his career abroad, is returning home to run the Canadian Stage Company.The theatre company's board of directors... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atco annual profit grows eight per cent to best-ever $271.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090218/58356__atco_annual_profit_grows_eight_per_cent_to_best_ever_271_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Calgary-based power generation and industrial conglomerate Atco Ltd. (TSX:ACO.X) enjoyed its best-ever year in 2008 with earnings of $271.5 million, as fourth-quarter profit grew 17 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Catalyst Paper cutting one-quarter of workforce at its Power River mill</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090218/58352__catalyst_paper_cutting_one_quarter_of_workforce_at_its_power_river_mill_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - Catalyst Paper (TSX:CTL) says it will cut 127 positions at its Powell River mill in British Columbia, about one-quarter of the workforce at the site.The company says it's aiming... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 11:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video Top 10 game rentals list per platform</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090218/58343__blockbuster_video_top_10_game_rentals_list_per_platform_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Feb. 15.Playstation 31 Call of Duty: World at War2 Afro Samurai3 Skate 24 Lord of the Rings:... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video: &quot;Zack and Miri Make a Porno&quot; top DVD rental; &quot;Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa&quot; number one in sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090218/58342__blockbuster_video_quot_zack_and_miri_make_a_porno_quot_top_dvd_rental_quot_madagascar_escape_2_africa_quot_number_one_in_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Feb. 15.DVD RENTALS1 Zack and Miri Make a Porno2 Nights in Rodanthe3 Pride and Glory4 Blindness5... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wholesale trade drops in December</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090218/58335__wholesale_trade_drops_in_december_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Wholesale sales declined 3.4 per cent to $42.8 billion in December, the largest month-over-month decrease since August 2003.Statistics Canada reports the volume of wholesale sales fell... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 films in Canada from Feb. 13-16</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090218/58334__top_10_films_in_canada_from_feb_13_16_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Top 10 films in Canada for the weekend of Feb. 13-16 ranked by box office receipts:1. "Friday the 13th" - $2,452,8112. "He's Just Not That Into You" - $2,242,5663. "Confessions of a Shopaholic"... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090218/58314__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ One day after firing coach Terry Porter, the Phoenix Suns looked like their former selves Tuesday, routing the hapless Los Angeles Clippers 140-100."I like our effort and I like what we did,"... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 02:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090218/58313__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Steve Stamkos' first career hat trick wasn't enough for Tampa Bay on Tuesday night as the visiting Chicago Blackhawks spoiled a breakout performance by the former No. 1 pick in beating the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 01:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kesler scores twice, Demitra adds shootout winner as Canucks edge Flames</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090218/58310__kesler_scores_twice_demitra_adds_shootout_winner_as_canucks_edge_flames_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Ryan Kesler scored twice and Pavol Demitra scored the shootout winner Tuesday night as the Vancouver Canucks overcame a late third period deficit to beat the Calgary Flames 4-3.Despite... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 00:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fantasy film 'Babine' leads Quebec's Jutra Awards with nine nominations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090218/58297__fantasy_film_babine_leads_quebec_s_jutra_awards_with_nine_nominations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The fantasy film "Babine" has been nominated in nine categories - the most of any of the nominees - for the 2009 Jutra Awards, which recognizes excellence in Quebec film.Among the other... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Beverage maker Cott Corp. appoints Jerry Fowden as new chief executive</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090217/58290__beverage_maker_cott_corp_appoints_jerry_fowden_as_new_chief_executive_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Soft drink maker Cott Corp. (TSX:BCB) named Jerry Fowden as its new chief executive on Tuesday.Fowden joined Cott in 2007 to lead the company's U.K. business before taking over as... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 19:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Federal government looking at funding for touring Canadian artists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090217/58289__federal_government_looking_at_funding_for_touring_canadian_artists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The founder of Montreal's international comedy festival says the federal government is working to fix the bugs in funding programs for travelling Canadian artists.Gilbert Rozon, head of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 19:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 films in Canada for Feb. 13-16</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090217/58288__top_10_films_in_canada_for_feb_13_16_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Top 10 films in Canada for the weekend of Feb. 13-16 ranked by box office receipts:1. "Friday the 13th" - $43,585,4492. "He's Just Not That Into You" - $22,329,4893. "Taken" - $21,821,8054.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 19:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Charges laid in $67-million bid-rigging scheme</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090217/58283__charges_laid_in_67_million_bid_rigging_scheme_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The federal Competition Bureau has charged 14 people and seven Ottawa-area companies in a bid-rigging scheme involving $67 million in federal government information-technology contracts.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 18:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chrysler job cuts won't impact Canadian operations, but similar concessions expected</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090217/58282__chrysler_job_cuts_won_t_impact_canadian_operations_but_similar_concessions_expected_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Chrysler LLC chairman and CEO Bob Nardelli says the job cuts announced in the automaker's U.S. restructuring plan Tuesday won't impact the company's Canadian operations, but he expects... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 18:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ShawCor customers increases size of contracts for Trinidad, Tobago projects</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090217/58278__shawcor_customers_increases_size_of_contracts_for_trinidad_tobago_projects_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - ShawCor Ltd. (TSX:SCL.A) has received amended orders for thicker cement coatings to be used on two pipelines that will carry gas from offshore platforms to the island nation of Trinidad... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 17:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Winnipeg's Kelly Nelson Doran wins Prix de Rome in architecture</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090217/58276__winnipeg_s_kelly_nelson_doran_wins_prix_de_rome_in_architecture_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Winnipeg's Kelly Nelson Doran has won the Prix de Rome award in architecture.The $34,000 prize is given to a recent graduate of one of Canada's 10 accredited schools of architecture who... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 17:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Source: Running back Jesse Lumsden agrees to terms with Eskimos</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090217/58260__source_running_back_jesse_lumsden_agrees_to_terms_with_eskimos_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Jesse Lumsden is going home.A CFL source requesting anonymity told The Canadian Press on Tuesday that the speedy running back has agreed to terms with the Edmonton Eskimos. Lumsden is... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 17:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CD releases for the week of Feb. 17</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090217/58254__cd_releases_for_the_week_of_feb_17_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here's a list of some new CD releases for the week of Feb. 17:Abe Vigoda - "Reviver"Brutha - "Brutha"Placido Domingo - "Domingo Sings Romantic Puccini"Ben Folds - Stems and Seeds"Robyn... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ECMA announces winners of 2009 Stompin' Tom awards for `unsung heroes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090217/58253__ecma_announces_winners_of_2009_stompin_tom_awards_for_unsung_heroes__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CORNER BROOK, N.L. - The East Coast Music Association is honouring five people with this year's Stompin' Tom Awards, a tribute to what it calls the industry's unsung heroes.The 2009 recipients... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 14:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DVD releases scheduled for the coming weeks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090217/58250__dvd_releases_scheduled_for_the_coming_weeks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A look at some DVDs scheduled to be released in the weeks ahead.For the week of Feb. 15-21Alice in WondertownAlien from Earth: The Little People of FloresAlien Raiders American Scary... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 13:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bidders in Vancouver pay $500,000 for Elton John's musical prowess</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090217/58243__bidders_in_vancouver_pay_500_000_for_elton_john_s_musical_prowess_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Two unidentified bidders each shelled out $250,000 dollars during an auction Monday night for the chance to have their own lyrics set to music penned, performed and recorded by... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 12:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lepage's epic 'Lipsynch' to get North American debut at Luminato in June</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090217/58233__lepage_s_epic_lipsynch_to_get_north_american_debut_at_luminato_in_june_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Robert Lepage's epic "Lipsynch" will see its North American premiere this June as part of the third year of Toronto arts festival Luminato.The annual festival, which takes place on... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 11:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Home Capital reports Q4 net profits rise to $29 million from $24.2 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090217/58211__home_capital_reports_q4_net_profits_rise_to_29_million_from_24_2_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG), a Toronto-based alternative mortgage lender, reports its net profits in the fourth quarter rose to $29 million, an increase of 19.9 per cent over $24.2... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian dollar drops below 80 cents US, investors flee to US$</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090217/58209__canadian_dollar_drops_below_80_cents_us_investors_flee_to_us__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian dollar fell sharply Tuesday, falling below 80 cents US for the first time since Jan. 22, as currency traders looked to the American greenback for safety in an uncertain... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Home Capital Group reports fourth-quarter earnings of $29 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090217/58200__home_capital_group_reports_fourth_quarter_earnings_of_29_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Mortgage provider Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) said Tuesday weakening markets did not dampen its growth or earnings for the fiscal fourth quarter.The Toronto-based company said... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 07:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090217/58191__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NASHVILLE, Tenn. - With 27 games to go and five straight wins on the board, the Ottawa Senators are playing like a team that believes their season could be saved.Nick Foligno and Dany Heatley... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 01:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>U.S. launches drone to patrol international border between Manitoba, N.D.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090216/58182__u_s_launches_drone_to_patrol_international_border_between_manitoba_n_d__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GRAND FORKS, N.D. - The U.S. launched a pilotless aircraft called a drone Monday as part of a plan to patrol along the international border between Manitoba and North Dakota.The drone, called a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 22:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wex Pharmaceuticals reports Q3 loss of $1.9 million as R&D costs increase</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090216/58174__wex_pharmaceuticals_reports_q3_loss_of_1_9_million_as_r_d_costs_increase_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Wex Pharmaceuticals Inc. (TSX:WXI) reported Monday a larger third-quarter loss compared with a year ago as the company increased spending on research and development.The cancer... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 19:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadiens bring back Mathieu Schneider to boost power play, defence</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090216/58171__canadiens_bring_back_mathieu_schneider_to_boost_power_play_defence_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The slumping Montreal Canadiens reached into their past to help their struggling defence and power play on Monday when they acquired veteran Mathieu Schneider from the Atlanta Thrashers.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 22:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Davie Yards to gradually resume operations, negotiates price increases</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090216/58165__davie_yards_to_gradually_resume_operations_negotiates_price_increases_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LEVIS, Que. - Davie Yards Inc. (TSX:DAV) said Monday that it will gradually resume operations after it signed deals with clients for US$35 million in price increases on its existing contracts and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 18:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xbox 360's &quot;Afro Samurai&quot; tops the Rogers Video game rental list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090216/58160__xbox_360_s_quot_afro_samurai_quot_tops_the_rogers_video_game_rental_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals (all platforms) according to Rogers Video for the period ending Feb. 15.1 Afro Samurai (Xbox 360)2 Skate 2 (Xbox 360)3 Call of Duty: World at War (Xbox... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Video: &quot;Zack and Miri Make a Porno&quot; tops rentals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090216/58159__rogers_video_quot_zack_and_miri_make_a_porno_quot_tops_rentals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Rogers Video for the period ending Feb. 15.DVD RENTALS1 Zack and Miri Make a Porno2 Pride and Glory3 W.4 Lakeview Terrace5 Nights in Rodanthe6... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 17:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Western Areas restructures sales deal with Russian miner Norilsk Nickel</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090216/58156__western_areas_restructures_sales_deal_with_russian_miner_norilsk_nickel_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PERTH, Australia - Western Areas (TSX:WSA), an Australian company which trades on the Toronto and Australian stock markets, says it has struck a deal with a unit of Russian miner Norilsk Nickel to... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 16:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>National Bank redeeming $250 million of 5.7 per cent debentures</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090216/58149__national_bank_redeeming_250_million_of_5_7_per_cent_debentures_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA) plans to redeem and cancel all $250 million worth of its debentures paying 5.7 per cent interest and due in April 2014.Monday's announcement came two... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 14:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Devils forward Zach Parise named NHL's first star of the week</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20090216/58133__devils_forward_zach_parise_named_nhl_s_first_star_of_the_week_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Zach Parise is the NHL's first star of the week.The New Jersey Devils winger led all scorers with eight points and helped his team to four victories. Parise has already set a career... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 12:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Imperial Oil's proved reserves grow by 50 per cent in 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090216/58132__imperial_oil_s_proved_reserves_grow_by_50_per_cent_in_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Imperial Oil Ltd. (TSX:IMO) says its proved reserves at the end of 2008 were 50 per cent higher than they were a year earlier.The Calgary-based oil and gas company's proved reserves rose... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 12:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fraser Papers says pulp mill in Edmundston, N.B., will take two-week shutdown</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090216/58128__fraser_papers_says_pulp_mill_in_edmundston_n_b_will_take_two_week_shutdown_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fraser Papers Inc. (TSX:FPS) says its pulp mill operations in Edmundston, N.B., will be shut down for two weeks starting next week because of poor market conditions.The Edmundston pulp... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 12:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>McGill's Chartrand named Canada's flag-bearer for Winter Universiade</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090216/58121__mcgill_s_chartrand_named_canada_s_flag_bearer_for_winter_universiade_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HARBIN, China - McGill hockey player Cathy Chartrand will serve as Canada's flag-bearer at the Winter Universiade's opening ceremonies.Chartrand, a five-foot-10 defenceman from Lac Nominingue,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 10:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Redcliff Metivier appointed to manage commercial property from hospital pension</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090216/58116__redcliff_metivier_appointed_to_manage_commercial_property_from_hospital_pension_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Redcliff Metivier Realty Inc. has been appointed to manage a portfolio of 16 industrial buildings in Montreal for the Hospitals of Ontario Pension Plan.The portfolio includes over two... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 10:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lundin Mining demands $2.5M from HudBay if takeover not endorsed by March 31</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090216/58113__lundin_mining_demands_2_5m_from_hudbay_if_takeover_not_endorsed_by_march_31_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Lundin Mining Corp. (TSX:LUN) is demanding that HudBay Minerals Inc. (TSX:HBM) pay a $2.5-million break fee if HudBay stockholders do not approve an agreed-on takeover of Lundin by March... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 12:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Frontera Copper recommends acceptance of Invecture takeover bid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090216/58109__frontera_copper_recommends_acceptance_of_invecture_takeover_bid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The board of Frontera Copper Corp. (TSX:FCC) has approved a $48.4-million takeover bid from Mexico's Invecture Group, saying it trumps a prior bid by Southern Copper Corp., another... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 18:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>December manufacturing sales drop</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090216/58100__december_manufacturing_sales_drop_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Both prices and volume dropped as manufacturing sales declined eight per cent to $44.2 billion in December, their largest monthly percentage decline since the start of the current series... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian investors repatriate funds in December</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090216/58098__canadian_investors_repatriate_funds_in_december_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian investors continued to repatriate funds in December, with significantly reduced holdings of foreign debt instruments.Statistics Canada reports foreign equities were also sold, as... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 08:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090216/58083__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With the pressure of extending his record-setting goal-scoring streak put to rest, Mike Green is looking forward to simply playing hockey again.Green's NHL-record goals streak for defencemen ended... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 01:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Daniel Sedin, Edler strike quickly as Canucks beat fading Habs 4-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090216/58081__daniel_sedin_edler_strike_quickly_as_canucks_beat_fading_habs_4_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Alex Burrows has found a simple recipe for success since he began playing with Daniel and Henrik Sedin three games ago.Get them the puck. It doesn't matter which identical twin,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 02:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Reuban Ross, Roseline Filion win gold at Winter Nationals diving competition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090215/58075__reuban_ross_roseline_filion_win_gold_at_winter_nationals_diving_competition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Reuben Ross of Regina won his second gold medal this week at the Winter Nationals diving competition on Sunday with a victory on men's three-metre while Roseline Filion of Laval, Que.,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 23:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Swanston wins sixth gold at Eastern Canadian swimming championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090215/58072__swanston_wins_sixth_gold_at_eastern_canadian_swimming_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Matthew Swanston of Newmarket, Ont., won his sixth gold medal Sunday at the Eastern Canadian swimming championships while Quebec's Pointe-Claire Swim Club took the team crown.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 21:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Amy Cotton wins bronze at World Cup judo competition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090215/58059__canadian_amy_cotton_wins_bronze_at_world_cup_judo_competition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VIENNA, Austria - Amy Cotton of Judique, N.S., beat Xin Li of China to win the bronze medal Sunday at a World Cup judo competition.Cotton, 29, posted victories in three of her four bouts in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 18:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mendes-Campeau earns fifth-place result at World Cup short-track meet</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090215/58058__mendes_campeau_earns_fifth_place_result_at_world_cup_short_track_meet_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DRESDEN, Germany - Marie-Andree Mendes-Campeau of Montreal earned a season-best fifth-place result Sunday in the 500-metre event at a World Cup short-track speedskating event.The 18-year-old... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 17:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Janyk's historic bronze medal anchors another solid weekend for Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090215/58046__janyk_s_historic_bronze_medal_anchors_another_solid_weekend_for_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Bring on the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games.Michael Janyk of Whistler, B.C., made Canadian ski history Sunday by capturing a bronze medal in the men's slalom event at the world championships. Janyk... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 16:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nesbitt, Groves reach podium in 1,500 at World Cup long track event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090215/58023__nesbitt_groves_reach_podium_in_1_500_at_world_cup_long_track_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HEERENVEEN, Netherlands - Christine Nesbitt and Kristina Groves earned Canada two more medals at a World Cup long-track speedskating competition Sunday.Nesbitt, of London, Ont., placed second in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 17:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nestor, Serbian partner Nenad Zimonjic win Rotterdam doubles title</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090215/58018__nestor_serbian_partner_nenad_zimonjic_win_rotterdam_doubles_title_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ROTTERDAM, Netherlands - The third time was indeed the charm for Canadian Daniel Nestor and Serbian partner Nenad Zimonjic.Nestor, of Toronto, and Zimonjic earned their first doubles title of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 12:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Saturday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090215/57991__nhl_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - An easy win. That's what the Pittsburgh Penguins were hoping for in Toronto as the defending Eastern Conference champs try to claw their way back into the playoff mix.It looked like the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 01:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jed Prossner scores winner as Mammoth hand Roughnecks first loss of the year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090215/57990__jed_prossner_scores_winner_as_mammoth_hand_roughnecks_first_loss_of_the_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DENVER - Jed Prossner scored twice to help the Colorado Mammoth edge the Calgary Roughnecks 13-12 in the NLL on Saturday.Prossner's second goal at 10:10 in the fourth quarter put the Mammoth out... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Brent Hayden wins second silver at Missouri Grand Prix</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090214/57980__canadian_brent_hayden_wins_second_silver_at_missouri_grand_prix_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ COLUMBIA, Missouri - Brent Hayden of Vancouver nearly broke his Canadian record in a second place finish in the men's 50-metre freestyle on Saturday at the Missouri Grand Prix swimming competition.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 22:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shaun White wins halfpipe gold at World Cup snowboard event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090214/57975__shaun_white_wins_halfpipe_gold_at_world_cup_snowboard_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WEST VANCOUVER, B.C. - Shaun White served notice that it will take something truly spectacular if anyone wants to beat him for 2010 Olympic Gold in snowboard's halfpipe competition.White of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 21:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Olympic Committee to submit modified Hockey Canada logo for approval</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090214/57970__canadian_olympic_committee_to_submit_modified_hockey_canada_logo_for_approval_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian Olympic hockey jersey controversy could be nearing an end.The Canadian Olympic Committee said Saturday it will seek approval to use a modified Hockey Canada jersey at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 20:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nestor and Zimonjic advance to final at ABN Amro; Murray hits singles final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090214/57950__nestor_and_zimonjic_advance_to_final_at_abn_amro_murray_hits_singles_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ROTTERDAM, Netherlands - Daniel Nestor of Toronto and Serbian partner Nenad Zimonjic advanced to their third final of the season by defeating Czech Tomas Berdych and Austrian Jurgen Melzer 6-3, 6-2... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 19:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Omischl captures third straight overall aerials title</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090214/57947__canada_s_omischl_captures_third_straight_overall_aerials_title_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MOSCOW - Steve Omischl of Kelowna, B.C., soared to fifth at a World Cup aerials event Saturday, good enough to capture his third straight crystal globe as the overall champion."Winning the globe... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Peterborough Saturn dealership lays off staff, will close by end of month</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090214/57938__peterborough_saturn_dealership_lays_off_staff_will_close_by_end_of_month_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PETERBOROUGH, Ont. - A Peterborough, Ont. car dealership has become another victim of the recession.Saturn told nine sales and administrative staff on Friday that they are no longer employed,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 14:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Bilodeau captures gold again at freestyle World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090214/57930__canada_s_bilodeau_captures_gold_again_at_freestyle_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ARE, Sweden - Canada's Alexandre Bilodeau captured his third consecutive gold medal Saturday, winning the dual moguls at a freestyle skiing World Cup.Bilodeau, from Rosemere, Que., won the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 14:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Groves captures bronze in long-track World Cup 5,000 metres</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090214/57927__canada_s_groves_captures_bronze_in_long_track_world_cup_5_000_metres_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HEERENVEEN, Netherlands - Canada's Kristina Groves raced to her first 5,000-metre medal of the long-track speedskating World Cup season, claiming a bronze Saturday.The Ottawa skater finished in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 15:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Friday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090214/57911__nhl_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It was a hard day for the city of Buffalo, and the Sabres did what they could to relieve some of their fan's heartache by beating the best team in the NHL.On a night when hockey was most decidedly... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saskatchewan-based mining giant Cameco reports increased profits for 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090214/57908__saskatchewan_based_mining_giant_cameco_reports_increased_profits_for_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON, Sask - Mining giant Cameco Corporation (TSX:CCO) finished 2008 with adjusted net earnings of $589 million, three per cent higher than 2007.The increase in profits is due largely to... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tanya Hunks, Brent Hayden win gold and silver at Missouri Grand Prix</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090213/57905__tanya_hunks_brent_hayden_win_gold_and_silver_at_missouri_grand_prix_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ COLUMBIA, Mo. - Tanya Hunks of Vancouver won the gold medal Friday in the women's 400-metre individual medley and Brent Hayden of Mission, B.C., added a silver in the men's 200 freestyle at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 23:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Lopes-Schliep races to seventh straight hurdles win</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/paris/sports/athletes/20090213/57874__canada_s_lopes_schliep_races_to_seventh_straight_hurdles_win_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PARIS - Canada's Priscilla Lopes-Schliep remains undefeated this season.The Olympic bronze medallist from Whitby, Ont., won the 60-metre hurdles Friday at the Palais Omnisport of Bercy, for her... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 19:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mark Buffa and Robin Orlikoski named 2008 Canadian bowlers of the year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090213/57873__mark_buffa_and_robin_orlikoski_named_2008_canadian_bowlers_of_the_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LETHBRIDGE, Alta. - Mark Buffa and Robin Orlikoski were named 2008 adult bowlers of the year by the Canadian Tenpin Federation on Friday.Buffa, of Montreal, won the Manitoba Open and finished... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 19:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fraser Papers to shut Thurso pulp mill in Quebec for eight weeks, maybe longer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090213/57868__fraser_papers_to_shut_thurso_pulp_mill_in_quebec_for_eight_weeks_maybe_longer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fraser Papers Inc. (TSX:FPS) is shutting its hardwood kraft pulp mill in Thurso, Que. for eight weeks starting March 2, a decision that will affect about 300 jobs."The shutdown will... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 19:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CanReit Q4 earnings decline 42.6 per cent; funds from operations rise</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090213/57867__canreit_q4_earnings_decline_42_6_per_cent_funds_from_operations_rise_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REF.UN) said Friday its fourth-quarter net profits fell 42.6 per cent, to $13.2 million or 22 cents per unit, from $23 million or 38 cents per... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>West Fraser curtails production at two BCTMP mills</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090213/57864__west_fraser_curtails_production_at_two_bctmp_mills_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - West Fraser (TSX:WFT) said it will take additional production curtailments at its Quesnel River and Slave Lake bleached chemi-thermo-mechanical pulp (BCTMP) mills."The additional... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'So You Think You Can Dance Canada' wins second season on CTV</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090213/57859___so_you_think_you_can_dance_canada_wins_second_season_on_ctv_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "So You Think You Can Dance Canada" is sashaying back onto the dial.CTV says the popular reality competition, based on the U.S. series in which dancers from all backgrounds compete for... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>IOC president thinks solution possible to allow Hockey Canada logo at Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090213/57852__ioc_president_thinks_solution_possible_to_allow_hockey_canada_logo_at_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The president of the International Olympic Committee believes some sort of agreement can be reached which will allow the Hockey Canada logo to appear on team jerseys during the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Boardwalk REIT fourth quarter net operating profits rise 8.3 per cent to $66.7 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090213/57851__boardwalk_reit_fourth_quarter_net_operating_profits_rise_8_3_per_cent_to_66_7_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:BEI.UN), one of Canada's largest residential landlords, reports its net operating profits rose more than eight per cent to $66.7 million and... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>RioCan takes $24.3-million hit from impaired real-estate investments</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090213/57844__riocan_takes_24_3_million_hit_from_impaired_real_estate_investments_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - RioCan REIT (TSX:REI.UN) says it took a $24.3-million writedown on its real-estate investments, cutting fourth-quarter net income in half and putting a dent in its otherwise strong annual... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First Quantum Minerals cuts 2009 spending, ramps up production</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090213/57837__first_quantum_minerals_cuts_2009_spending_ramps_up_production_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Metals miner First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (TSX:FM) will cut capital spending in 2009 to US$190 million from about $430 million in 2008 and also plans to raise production following... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Niko posts third quarter loss of nearly $4.8 million, but sales rise</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090213/57836__niko_posts_third_quarter_loss_of_nearly_4_8_million_but_sales_rise_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Niko Resources (TSX:NKO), a Calgary company which operates on the Indian subcontinent and in other parts of Asia, reported a third-quarter loss of nearly $4.8 million Friday, reversing a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 15:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>IGM Financial Q4 profit falls to $79.8 million from year-ago $234.3 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090213/57826__igm_financial_q4_profit_falls_to_79_8_million_from_year_ago_234_3_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) reported Friday a fourth-quarter profit of $79.8 million, fallen from a year-ago $234.3 million as the mutual fund operator booked a $60.3-million charge on... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 14:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>YM BioSciences posts $3.1 million Q2 loss</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090213/57824__ym_biosciences_posts_3_1_million_q2_loss_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - YM BioSciences Inc. (TSX:YM), a company developing cancer drugs, narrowed its second-quarter losses on higher revenues and lower expenses.The Toronto-area drug developer said... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 14:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Emera Inc. Q4 profits slide to $25.3 million from $36.6 million; revenues decline</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090213/57822__emera_inc_q4_profits_slide_to_25_3_million_from_36_6_million_revenues_decline_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Utility company Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA), the parent of Nova Scotia Power, says fourth-quarter profits fell to $25.3 million as revenues receded.The company said its earnings for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 14:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pacrim International Q2 profit narrows, but revenues fall</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/hongkong/finance/business/20090213/57818__pacrim_international_q2_profit_narrows_but_revenues_fall_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HONG KONG - Pacrim International Capital Inc. (TSX:PCN), a commercial and residential developer that trades on the TSX, narrowed its second-quarter loss and reported a 58 per cent revenue drop.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Feb. 2-8</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090213/57817__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_feb_2_8_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Feb. 2-8:1 "House" (Global, Monday) - 2,883,000 2 "American Idol" (CTV, Wednesday) - 2,418,000 3... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rich bank dividends look secure but 'risk is not zero': UBS analysis</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090213/57814__rich_bank_dividends_look_secure_but_risk_is_not_zero_ubs_analysis_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The dividend yields of Canadian bank stocks are at unprecedented levels relative to bonds but the payouts appear safe despite the prospect of sagging profits, a UBS Securities report... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TimberWest reports Q4 sales of $35.9M down from $96.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090213/57810__timberwest_reports_q4_sales_of_35_9m_down_from_96_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - TimberWest Forest Corp. (TSX:TWF.UN) said sales fell almost 50 per cent in 2008, a period the CEO called "the most difficult year in our history."The Vancouver-based log... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 12:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bilodeau wins World Cup gold as Canadians sweep podium in freestyle moguls</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090213/57805__bilodeau_wins_world_cup_gold_as_canadians_sweep_podium_in_freestyle_moguls_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ARE, Sweden - When Canada's men's moguls team swept the World Cup podium for the first time in history three weeks ago in Quebec, the skiers boldly predicted there would be more to come.But even... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada Pension Plan Fund shrinks $8.5B in quarter: buying opportunities seen</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090213/57804__canada_pension_plan_fund_shrinks_8_5b_in_quarter_buying_opportunities_seen_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board has reported an $8.5-billion drop in the value of the CPP Fund during the October-December quarter to $108.9 billion, as plummeting capital... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 11:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NovaGold, Teck reach agreement on new funding plan for Galore Creek</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090213/57802__novagold_teck_reach_agreement_on_new_funding_plan_for_galore_creek_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - NovaGold Resources Inc. (TSX:NG) and Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B) have a new agreement for funding their stalled Galore Creek copper-silver project in northwestern British... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cinram CEO announces resignation of CEO David Rubenstein</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090213/57801__cinram_ceo_announces_resignation_of_ceo_david_rubenstein_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cinram International Income Fund (TSX:CRW.UN), a maker of DVDs and CDs, says CEO David Rubenstein has resigned as a trustee and officer of the fund after more than 15 years with Cinram.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 10:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario Power Generation annual profit browns out: $88M, down from $528M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090213/57800__ontario_power_generation_annual_profit_browns_out_88m_down_from_528m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ontario Power Generation Inc. says its operational performance improved in 2008 but its net income faded to $88 million, down from $528 million in 2007, because of the capital markets... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 10:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>December new-vehicle sales suffer largest slide in 11 years</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090213/57782__december_new_vehicle_sales_suffer_largest_slide_in_11_years_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Sales of new motor vehicles fell 14.8 per cent in December to 109,831, the largest monthly decline and lowest sales level since Central Canada was gripped by an ice storm in January 1998.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Haemacure announces intention to restructure, sell company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090213/57781__haemacure_announces_intention_to_restructure_sell_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Biotechnology developer Haemacure Corp. (TSX:HAE) says it's likely to run through its cash reserves if it doesn't get additional financing and announced its intention to merge or sell... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090213/57765__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Ottawa Senators' mini-resurgence has their captain thinking about the post-season, something that seemed implausible mere days ago.Dany Heatley scored two unusual goals, Jason Spezza had a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Thursday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090213/57764__nba_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Kevin Garnett was frustrated and sitting on the Boston bench after getting three fouls in a matter of seconds while battling with Dirk Nowitzki, Dallas' lone all-star.Celtics coach Doc Rivers was... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 03:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Reuben Ross opens diving championships with victory on one-metre</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090212/57756__reuben_ross_opens_diving_championships_with_victory_on_one_metre_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Regina's Reuben Ross won the men's one-metre springboard Thursday at the 2009 winter national diving championships.Ross took the gold with a total score of 405.30 points, with Eric Sehn... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>QLT says Massachusetts hospital files legal action for more Visudyne royalties</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57750__qlt_says_massachusetts_hospital_files_legal_action_for_more_visudyne_royalties_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - QLT Inc. (TSX:QLT) says the Massachusetts General Hospital has filed a legal action against the company that seeks higher royalties on the sales of its eye drug Visudyne.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fagan, Ricker lead Canadian contingent in snowboardcross qualifying</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090212/57749__fagan_ricker_lead_canadian_contingent_in_snowboardcross_qualifying_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WEST VANCOUVER, B.C. - Robert Fagan finished second in men's qualifying while and Maelle Ricker was third in the women's event Thursday as 11 Canadians qualified for the snowboardcross finals at a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cochrane, Reason break Canadian records at swimming competition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090212/57744__cochrane_reason_break_canadian_records_at_swimming_competition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Olympic bronze medallist Ryan Cochrane of Victoria returned to competition Thursday by breaking a 19-year-old national short-course record at the 2009 Western Canadian swimming... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Taiga announces $10 million rights offering and lower Q3 sales; cuts costs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57742__taiga_announces_10_million_rights_offering_and_lower_q3_sales_cuts_costs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - Taiga Building Products Ltd. (TSX:TBL) announced a $10 million rights offering and is cutting costs and reducing inventory after reporting third-quarter sales fell nine per cent.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 21:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toyota Canada says full-time staff will keep jobs but other cuts coming</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090212/57733__toyota_canada_says_full_time_staff_will_keep_jobs_but_other_cuts_coming_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Toyota Canada is cutting production and executive salaries as well as freezing wages as part of the global car company's drive to cut costs in the current auto crisis.Ray Tanguay,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 20:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Western Canadian Coal reports Q3 profit of $62.5M or 29 cents per share</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57726__western_canadian_coal_reports_q3_profit_of_62_5m_or_29_cents_per_share_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - A tripling of the price of coal in the past year helped Western Canadian Coal Corp. (TSX:WTN) swing to a profit in the third quarter despite lower sales volumes.However, the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teen cartoon, music soap, hockey drama and dance film vie for Rocket Prize</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090212/57724__teen_cartoon_music_soap_hockey_drama_and_dance_film_vie_for_rocket_prize_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - A pair of films and two TV series are in the running for a $50,000 prize recognizing the best in Canadian children's television.They include Teletoon's teen series "Fred's Head," CTV's... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>B.C. Appeal Court tosses out $6 million penalty in fraud scheme</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57721__b_c_appeal_court_tosses_out_6_million_penalty_in_fraud_scheme_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - He's accused of bilking B.C. investors out of millions, yet the B.C. Appeal Court has dramatically slashed a $6 million B.C. Securities Commission fine against Ian Thow.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flaherty worried about IMF credit squeeze</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57720__flaherty_worried_about_imf_credit_squeeze_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Finance Minister Jim Flaherty is adding his voice to the chorus of concerns about whether the International Monetary Fund can cope with the global economic crisis.Flaherty says he's... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>RIM's black-and-blue stock gets breather after Wednesday's pounding</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090212/57715__rim_s_black_and_blue_stock_gets_breather_after_wednesday_s_pounding_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Research In Motion Ltd. (TSX:RIM) shares regained some lost value Thursday, rising about five per cent a day after the BlackBerry maker took a $6-billion drubbing on from stock investors.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bad economy delays construction of Michigan mine by Rio Tinto unit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57704__bad_economy_delays_construction_of_michigan_mine_by_rio_tinto_unit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. - An international mining company says it is delaying development of a proposed nickel and copper mine in Michigan's Upper Peninsula because of the bad economy.London-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Settlement sees Biovail's Crombie pay $300,000 and banned for 8 years</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090212/57703__settlement_sees_biovail_s_crombie_pay_300_000_and_banned_for_8_years_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Biovail Corp.'s (TSX:BVF) former chief financial officer Brian Crombie must pay$300,000 in costs and is banned for eight years from serving as an officer or director of a public company,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>BG's move to seize offshore block sinks Canadian Superior stock</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57702__bg_s_move_to_seize_offshore_block_sinks_canadian_superior_stock_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Superior Energy Inc.'s share price was cut nearly in half and hit a multiyear low Thursday after a partner wrested control of a key offshore asset from the Calgary-based company... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Catalyst Paper loses $221.1 million in 2008, up from $31.6 million net loss in 2007</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57691__catalyst_paper_loses_221_1_million_in_2008_up_from_31_6_million_net_loss_in_2007_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - Catalyst Paper (TSX:CTL), a B.C.-based pulp and paper producer, widened its net loss sharply in 2008 as the company took after-tax charges linked to the closure of its Elk Falls... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 14:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Great-West Lifeco takes $1.35B charge on Putnam, posts $907M Q4 loss</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57689__great_west_lifeco_takes_1_35b_charge_on_putnam_posts_907m_q4_loss_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - A big charge against its investment business in the United States dropped insurer Great-West Lifeco Inc. (TSX:GWO) to a $907-million fourth-quarter loss, reversing a year-earlier profit... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 14:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Domtar lays off 55 employees; moves to one shift in face of hard times</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57681__domtar_lays_off_55_employees_moves_to_one_shift_in_face_of_hard_times_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EAR FALLS, Ont. - Domtar (TSX:UFS) has announced indefinite layoffs at its sawmill in Ear Falls.Company spokeswoman Bonny Skene says the mill will move from two shifts to one starting next Monday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 13:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xenos Group says foreign exchange losses pushed it into the red</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090212/57680__xenos_group_says_foreign_exchange_losses_pushed_it_into_the_red_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Xenos Group Inc. (TSX:XNS), whose software is used to manage computerized data and documents, had a first-quarter net loss of $377,000 as a result of foreign exchange losses.The loss... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 13:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vancity annual net income jumps 43 per cent on solid retail deposit, merger</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57679__vancity_annual_net_income_jumps_43_per_cent_on_solid_retail_deposit_merger_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Vancity's annual net income jumped 43 per cent on solid retail deposit growth and increased membership due to its merger with Greater Victoria Savings.The Vancouver-based credit... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 13:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GLV CEO eliminates his salary as profit sags and outlook darkens</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57663__glv_ceo_eliminates_his_salary_as_profit_sags_and_outlook_darkens_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The chief executive of GLV Inc. (TSX:GLV.A) is cutting his base salary to $1 for the coming year after the company's net profit fell by half in the October-December quarter while its... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bridgewater Systems trying to advance a dialogue with dissident shareholder</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57659__bridgewater_systems_trying_to_advance_a_dialogue_with_dissident_shareholder_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Bridgewater Systems Corp. (TSX:BWC) says its board has "proactively engaged" in advancing a dialogue with activist shareholder Crescendo Partners, which is pushing to replace certain... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 11:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AbitibiBowater stops paper production at mill in central NL</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57658__abitibibowater_stops_paper_production_at_mill_in_central_nl_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GRAND FALLS-WINDSOR, N.L. - AbitibiBowater (TSX:ABH) has stopped producing paper today at its mill in central Newfoundland.Company spokesman Jean-Philippe Cote said the last paper production... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 11:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;Working on a Dream&quot; by Bruce Springsteen tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090212/57656__hmv_canada_quot_working_on_a_dream_quot_by_bruce_springsteen_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending Feb. 11.CDs1 Working on a Dream - Bruce Springsteen 2 Raising Sand - Robert Plant and Alison Krauss... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 11:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cold remedy maker CV Technologies Q1 profit down 59 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57652__cold_remedy_maker_cv_technologies_q1_profit_down_59_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - First-quarter profits at CV Technologies Inc. (TSX:CVQ) fell 59 per cent to $2.8 million as the cold remedy maker's revenues were impacted by packaging negotiations with a major client.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 10:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canaccord Capital posts $62.4 million loss in its Q3, revenue falls 52.4 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57651__canaccord_capital_posts_62_4_million_loss_in_its_q3_revenue_falls_52_4_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canaccord Capital Inc. (TSX:CCI) had a $62.4-million net loss in its fiscal third quarter, including a writedown of its U.S. capital markets business and costs related to a staff... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 10:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Shack&quot; by William Young tops Amazon.ca books list for the week ending Feb. 10</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090212/57634___quot_the_shack_quot_by_william_young_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_for_the_week_ending_feb_10_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the 10 best selling fiction and non-fiction books for this week from Amazon.ca. Bracketed figures indicate position the previous week: FICTION1 (4) The Shack - William Young (paperback)... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society&quot; tops Maclean's fiction list for the week ending Feb. 10</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090212/57632___quot_the_guernsey_literary_and_potato_peel_pie_society_quot_tops_maclean_s_fiction_list_for_the_week_ending_feb_10_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 hardcover fiction and non-fiction books in Canada for the week ending Feb. 10 compiled by Maclean's magazine.FICTION 1 (2) The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Weak equity markets drop Sun Life Financial's Q4 earnings to $129 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090212/57626__weak_equity_markets_drop_sun_life_financial_s_q4_earnings_to_129_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF, NYSE:SLF) said Thursday that while fourth-quarter and full-year earnings suffered as a result of deteriorating capital markets, shareholder dividends... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>EnCana says 2008 earnings rise to US$5.9 billion despite oil volatility</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090212/57623__encana_says_2008_earnings_rise_to_us_5_9_billion_despite_oil_volatility_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - EnCana Corp. (TSX:ECA, NYSE:ECA) said Thursday strong oil and gas production helped the company improve its 2008 financial performance despite the steep slide in commodity prices that... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090212/57611__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It took two injuries to get Mo Williams a spot on the Eastern Conference's all-star team, but the Cleveland Cavaliers guard showed he belonged with the NBA's elite Wednesday.Playing in his first... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 01:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090212/57610__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Edmonton Oilers moved into a playoff position, while the Montreal Canadiens are quickly playing themselves out of one.Ales Hemsky, Dustin Penner, Andrew Cogliano and Kyle Brodziak each had a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 02:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oilers bury Canadiens 7-2 to extend Habs' road woes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090212/57609__oilers_bury_canadiens_7_2_to_extend_habs_road_woes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - After taking black eyes at home several times this season, the Edmonton Oilers emphatically administered a beating to a struggling road team.The Oilers emphatically extended Montreal's... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 01:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hydro One reports net income for 2008 up 25 per cent over 2007</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090211/57605__hydro_one_reports_net_income_for_2008_up_25_per_cent_over_2007_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Hydro One says it had net income for 2008 of $498 million and revenues of nearly $4.6 billion.Hydro One said in a release Wednesday that net income was up by $99 million, or 25 per cent,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 23:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OSC to consider settlement with ex Biovail finance chief</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090211/57576__osc_to_consider_settlement_with_ex_biovail_finance_chief_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A former chief financial officer of Biovail Corp. (TSX:BVF) has reached a settlement agreement with enforcement staff at the Ontario Securities Commission.Brian Crombie, one of four... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian under-17 soccer team beats Americans 5-2 in Florida</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090211/57565__canadian_under_17_soccer_team_beats_americans_5_2_in_florida_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Canada's under-17 soccer team scored three second-half goals to beat the United States 5-2 in an exhibition game Wednesday.Coulton Jackson, Jaineil Hoilett, Russell Teibert,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Premier warns it will take 'several budgets' to dig province out of economic rut</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090211/57563__premier_warns_it_will_take_several_budgets_to_dig_province_out_of_economic_rut_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Premier Dalton McGuinty is warning it will take several budgets to dig the province of its economic rut.A lot of work is needed to create the fundamental change the economy needs to... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Precision Aviation expands and consolidates Canadian operations into new plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090211/57546__precision_aviation_expands_and_consolidates_canadian_operations_into_new_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ATLANTA - Precision Aviation Group, a U.S. provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul services for defence and commercial aircraft, has expanded and consolidated its Canadian operations into a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Transition Therapeutics Q2 loss rises to $4.9 million in latest quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090211/57545__transition_therapeutics_q2_loss_rises_to_4_9_million_in_latest_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Transition Therapeutics Inc. (TSX:TTH) says clinical trials of a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease and other R&D expenses tripled the company's second-quarter net loss to $4.9... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Winalta annual profits rise to $5.3 million in fiscal 2008 from $4.6 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090211/57542__winalta_annual_profits_rise_to_5_3_million_in_fiscal_2008_from_4_6_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Winalta Inc. (TSX:WTA.A), a maker of homes and industrial buildings, says its net earnings rose to $5.3 million in fiscal 2008, up from $4.6 million the previous year.The Calgary company... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Plastic product maker IPL says revenue rose 29 per cent in latest quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090211/57530__plastic_product_maker_ipl_says_revenue_rose_29_per_cent_in_latest_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SAINT-DAMIEN, Que. - IPL Inc. (TSX:IPI.A), which makes a variety of plastic products, says sales in its most recent quarter were up 29 per cent over the year-ago period with its industrial segment... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former WADA president Dick Pound to head Play the Game's advisory board</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090211/57521__former_wada_president_dick_pound_to_head_play_the_game_s_advisory_board_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AARHUS, Denmark - Former World Anti-Doping Agency president Dick Pound will head the new advisory board of Play the Game, a Denmark-based sports communication organization.The Montreal lawyer and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Acadian waives right as secured creditor to ease restructuring of ScoZinc</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090211/57513__acadian_waives_right_as_secured_creditor_to_ease_restructuring_of_scozinc_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Acadian Mining Corp. (TSX:ADA) says it has waived its right as a secured creditor to subsidiary ScoZinc Ltd., which is restructuring under court protection from creditors, and will... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 14:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Power generator equipment maker CVTech Group to make acquisition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090211/57511__power_generator_equipment_maker_cvtech_group_to_make_acquisition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DRUMMONDVILLE, Que. - Power generator equipment maker CVTech Group Inc. (TSX:CVT) has agreed to buy an undisclosed electrical services firm for $60 million in cash and shares, the company said... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 14:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Marathon Pulp announces indefinite shutdown of pulp plant, affecting 220 employees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090211/57510__marathon_pulp_announces_indefinite_shutdown_of_pulp_plant_affecting_220_employees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MARATHON, Ont. - Marathon Pulp has announced an indefinite shutdown of its pulp plant, affecting 220 employees.Union official Herb Daniher says the decision by management is disappointing, given... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 13:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Swimmers Hayley Nell and Adam Szoo named CIS athletes of week</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090211/57502__swimmers_hayley_nell_and_adam_szoo_named_cis_athletes_of_week_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Western Ontario swimmer Hayley Nell was named Canadian University Sport female athlete of the week Wednesday while Laval swimmer Adam Szoo was named top male athlete.Nell, a second-year... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 11:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ATS Automation Tooling $12.3M quarterly profit 'within the range of acceptable</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090211/57493__ats_automation_tooling_12_3m_quarterly_profit_within_the_range_of_acceptable__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMBRIDGE, Ont. - ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. (TSX:ATA) "is now performing within the range of acceptable," its chief executive said Wednesday while reporting quarterly net earnings of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 10:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>December new-home prices slip for third straight month</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090211/57484__december_new_home_prices_slip_for_third_straight_month_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Contractors' selling prices for new homes declined 0.1 per cent between November and December, their third straight monthly decrease.Statistics Canada reports new housing prices fell 0.7... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 09:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Millar Western curtails lumber, pulp output, reduces workforce</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090211/57470__millar_western_curtails_lumber_pulp_output_reduces_workforce_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Edmonton-based forestry company Millar Western says it will let go or lay off 138 production employees at two of its Alberta mills as it cuts lumber and pulp output nearly in half... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brick Brewing founder Jim Brickman resigns as board chairman</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090211/57467__brick_brewing_founder_jim_brickman_resigns_as_board_chairman_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Brick Brewing Co. Ltd. (TSX:BRB) says company founder Jim Brickman has resigned as chairman of the board.The company released a statement Wednesday outlining the resignation and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090211/57466__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With Chris Bosh injured, three-point shooter Jason Kapono will be the Toronto Raptors' lone representative at the NBA's upcoming all-star weekend. It was fitting, then, that Kapono's sharpshooting... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 01:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090211/57463__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ For 40 minutes, the matchup between the NHL's conference leaders looked like a battle befitting two Stanley Cup contenders. Then the visitors from the West blew the game wide open.Former Bruins... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 00:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ACE Aviation offers $20 per share for its outstanding preferred shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090210/57433__ace_aviation_offers_20_per_share_for_its_outstanding_preferred_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - ACE Aviation Holdings Inc. (TSX:ACE.B), which is working toward winding itself up, offered $20 per share on Tuesday for its remaining outstanding preferred shares.The corporate parent... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lawyer behind Ticketmaster suit says he's received hundreds of calls</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090210/57427__lawyer_behind_ticketmaster_suit_says_he_s_received_hundreds_of_calls_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - One of the lawyers behind the class-action lawsuit being filed against Ticketmaster Entertainment Inc. says hundreds of people have called asking for information.Jay Strosberg of Sutts,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jazz Air Income Fund says operating company reports Q4 profit of $34.9 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090210/57426__jazz_air_income_fund_says_operating_company_reports_q4_profit_of_34_9_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Jazz Air Income Fund (TSX:JAZ.UN) said Tuesday that its operating company, Jazz Air LP, earned a fourth-quarter profit of $34.9 million compared with $35.1 million in the same... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Court blocks Rusoro Mining hostile takeover bid for Gold Reserve</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090210/57424__court_blocks_rusoro_mining_hostile_takeover_bid_for_gold_reserve_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SPOKANE, Wash. - The Ontario Superior Court has blocked a hostile takeover bid by Rusoro Mining Ltd. (TSXV:RML) for Gold Reserve Inc. (TSX:GRZ) because the company had access to confidential... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Northern New Brunswick city readies for Hockey Day In Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090210/57421__northern_new_brunswick_city_readies_for_hockey_day_in_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMPBELLTON, N.B. - Campbellton, N.B., is one East Coast community that isn't complaining about the cold snap that's gripped the region for months.For months, people in the city have been... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian dollar tumbles amid fallout from plan to aid U.S. financial sector</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090210/57412__canadian_dollar_tumbles_amid_fallout_from_plan_to_aid_u_s_financial_sector_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian dollar took a beating on currency markets Tuesday and stock markets tumbled amid investor disappointment in the U.S. government's financial rescue package.The currency... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 16:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Re-death of the stubby: Brick puts Red Cap ale into standard bottle</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090210/57411__re_death_of_the_stubby_brick_puts_red_cap_ale_into_standard_bottle_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Brick Brewing Co. Ltd. (TSX:BRB) has cancelled its revival of the old-time stubby beer bottle, announcing that its Red Cap ale will now be sold in industry standard bottles at a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Irish martial arts coach crowned Mr. Gay World at contest in Whistler, B.C.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090210/57410__irish_martial_arts_coach_crowned_mr_gay_world_at_contest_in_whistler_b_c__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WHISTLER, B.C. - A 37-year-old Irish man has been crowned Mr. Gay World at the debut of the contest in Whistler, B.C.Max Krzyzanowski, who won the Mr. Gay Ireland title in Dublin in October, vied... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian skier Jan Hudec to undergo surgery after tearing knee ligament</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090210/57399__canadian_skier_jan_hudec_to_undergo_surgery_after_tearing_knee_ligament_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian skier Jan Hudec's hopes of competing at the 2010 Winter Olympics took a hit Tuesday when he learned he will need surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 14:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Keg steakhouse trust Q4 drops 12.5 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090210/57394__keg_steakhouse_trust_q4_drops_12_5_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Keg Royalties Income Fund (TSX:KEG.UN) says its fourth-quarter profit dropped 12.5 per cent from a year earlier as sales at its established U.S. steakhouse restaurants... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 14:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video Top 10 game rentals list per platform</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090210/57389__blockbuster_video_top_10_game_rentals_list_per_platform_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Feb. 8.Playstation 31 Call of Duty: World at War2 Afro Samurai3 Skate 24 Lord of the Rings:... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 14:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video: &quot;Zack and Miri Make a Porno&quot; tops both DVD rentals and sales lists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090210/57388__blockbuster_video_quot_zack_and_miri_make_a_porno_quot_tops_both_dvd_rentals_and_sales_lists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Feb. 8.DVD RENTALS1 Zack and Miri Make a Porno2 Pride and Glory3 Passchendaele4 Nick and Norah's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 14:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CD releases for the week of Feb. 10</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090210/57386__cd_releases_for_the_week_of_feb_10_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here's a list of some new CD releases for the week of Feb. 10:Lily Allen - "It's Not Me, It's You"Dan Auerbach - "Keep It Hid"Avalaon - "The Greatest Hits"The Bad Plus - "For All I Care" Jason... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 14:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Millar Western curtails lumber, pulp output, reduces workforce</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090210/57381__millar_western_curtails_lumber_pulp_output_reduces_workforce_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Edmonton-based forestry company Millar Western says it will let go or lay off 138 production employees at two of its Alberta mills as it cuts lumber and pulp output nearly in half... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Caesar and Cleopatra' gets second screening in Cineplex movie theatres</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090210/57377___caesar_and_cleopatra_gets_second_screening_in_cineplex_movie_theatres_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "Caesar and Cleopatra" is hitting the big screen in Canada again.Cineplex Entertainment says last month's single screening of the acclaimed Stratford Shakespeare Festival production was... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Veltman and Eliuk to enter National Lacrosse League Hall of Fame</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20090210/57374__veltman_and_eliuk_to_enter_national_lacrosse_league_hall_of_fame_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Goaltender Dallas Eliuk and former Toronto Rock captain Jim (Scoop) Veltman will be inducted into the National Lacrosse League Hall of Fame next month.Eliuk played for the Philadelphia... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DVD releases scheduled for the coming weeks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090210/57355__dvd_releases_scheduled_for_the_coming_weeks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A look at some DVDs scheduled to be released in the weeks ahead.For the week of Feb. 8-14Against the DarkAlvin and the Chipmunks: The Mystery of the Easter ChipmunkBackyardigans:... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cadiscor Resources to merge with Tiomin Resources Inc. in share swap deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090210/57354__cadiscor_resources_to_merge_with_tiomin_resources_inc_in_share_swap_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cadiscor Resources Inc. (TSXV:CAO) is merging with Tiomin Resources Inc. (TSX:TIO) in a share swap deal that combines the two junior miners and further develops the Sleeping Giant gold... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Noranda Income Fund warns outlook corroded by falling sulphuric acid demand</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090210/57349__noranda_income_fund_warns_outlook_corroded_by_falling_sulphuric_acid_demand_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VALLEYFIELD, Que. - The Noranda Income Fund (TSX:NIF.UN) has warned that a "significant drop in sulphuric acid demand" may force it to reduce its distribution to investors.The Noranda trust, which... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 13:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Video: &quot;Zack and Miri Make a Porno&quot; tops rentals list; &quot;Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa&quot; number one in sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090210/57346__rogers_video_quot_zack_and_miri_make_a_porno_quot_tops_rentals_list_quot_madagascar_escape_2_africa_quot_number_one_in_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Rogers Video for the period ending Feb. 8.DVD RENTALS1 Zack and Miri Make a Porno2 Pride and Glory3 Lakeview Terrace4 Nick and Norah's Infinite... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 films in Canada from Feb. 6-8</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090210/57345__top_10_films_in_canada_from_feb_6_8_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Top 10 films in Canada for the weekend of Feb. 6-8 ranked by box office receipts:1. "He's Just Not That Into You" - $2,395,8162. "Taken" - $1,387,169 3. "The Pink Panther 2" - $1,178,5264.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xbox 360's &quot;Afro Samurai&quot; tops the Rogers Video game rental list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090210/57344__xbox_360_s_quot_afro_samurai_quot_tops_the_rogers_video_game_rental_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals (all platforms) according to Rogers Video for the period ending Feb. 8.1 Afro Samurai (Xbox 360)2 Skate 2 (Xbox 360)3 Call of Duty: World at War (Xbox... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 10:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Inmet announces a fourth quarter loss of $32.5 million after writedown</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090210/57342__inmet_announces_a_fourth_quarter_loss_of_32_5_million_after_writedown_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Inmet Mining (TSX:IMN), a Toronto miner with operations around the world, reported a fourth-quarter loss of $32.5 million for the latest quarter as asset writedowns and low metals prices... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 09:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Japanese group takes 19.95 per cent of Uranium One in $270M private placement</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090210/57334__japanese_group_takes_19_95_per_cent_of_uranium_one_in_270m_private_placement_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - A Japanese industrial and financial consortium is paying $270 million for a 19.95 per cent interest in Uranium One Inc. (TSX:UUU).The Toronto-headquartered miner, active in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 08:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lombardi, Boyd score short-handed goals as Calgary beats Montreal 6-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090210/57315__lombardi_boyd_score_short_handed_goals_as_calgary_beats_montreal_6_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The Calgary Flames ended a four-game losing streak by beating up on a team mired in a deep slump of its own.Matthew Lombardi and Dustin Boyd scored short-handed goals in a three-goal... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 01:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090209/57308__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With Marreese Speights playing well above expectations, the Philadelphia 76ers are dealing with life without Elton Brand just fine.Speights had a career-high 24 points and Thaddeus Young scored 25... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 23:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former CEO makes offer for Northstar Healthcare worth $13.2 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090209/57304__former_ceo_makes_offer_for_northstar_healthcare_worth_13_2_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HOUSTON - A former chief executive of Northstar Healthcare Inc. (TSX:NHC) has made an offer to buy the company worth about $13.2 million.The offer announced Monday by Donald Kramer and a group of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 22:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kotchie and Tone to enter Canada Tenpin Federation Hall of Fame</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090209/57297__kotchie_and_tone_to_enter_canada_tenpin_federation_hall_of_fame_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Bowlers Howard Kotchie and Alan Tone will be inducted into the Canadian Tenpin Federation Hall of Fame this spring.The pair will enter the hall's athletes category during a ceremony May 14 in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 21:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>WWE superstar Chris Jericho involved in altercation with fans following event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090209/57290__wwe_superstar_chris_jericho_involved_in_altercation_with_fans_following_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VICTORIA, B.C. - Victoria police are investigating after wrestling superstar Chris Jericho's altercation with fans following a World Wrestling Entertainment event.In a video of Saturday's incident... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 19:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AbitibiBowater's move to deal with outstanding debt gets mixed response</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090209/57287__abitibibowater_s_move_to_deal_with_outstanding_debt_gets_mixed_response_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - AbitibiBowater Inc.'s refinancing efforts got a mixed review Monday from the DBRS rating agency and investors appeared even less impressed, cutting 11 per cent off the company's stock... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 19:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quadra Mining reaches $54.6-million deal to acquire Centenario Copper</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090209/57252__quadra_mining_reaches_54_6_million_deal_to_acquire_centenario_copper_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Quadra Mining Ltd. (TSX:QUA) said Monday it has reached a nearly $55-million deal to acquire Centenario Copper Corp. (TSX:CCT).The deal will see Quadra buy Centenario stock at an... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 11:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Northstar Healthcare reviews strategic options, appoints new CEO</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090209/57251__northstar_healthcare_reviews_strategic_options_appoints_new_ceo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Northstar Healthcare Inc. (TSX:NHC) has appointed a new chief executive officer, the third since September, and begun a strategic review for the private hospital services provider.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 11:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Colgan Air options for 15 additional Bombardier turboprops</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090209/57250__colgan_air_options_for_15_additional_bombardier_turboprops_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Colgan Air has finalized terms on options to purchase 15 additional Q-400 NextGen turboprops from Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B), the aircraft manufacturer said Monday.The potential orders are... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 11:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scotiabank rebrands and expands in insurance: 'a strategic priority'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090209/57248__scotiabank_rebrands_and_expands_in_insurance_a_strategic_priority__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) is rebranding and expanding its insurance operation, which it regards as "a strategic priority."Monday's launch of ScotiaLife Financial extends the big... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 11:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Boston Pizza earnings rise on contributions from new franchises</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090209/57244__boston_pizza_earnings_rise_on_contributions_from_new_franchises_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund (TSX:BPF.UN) said Monday its fourth-quarter earnings grew by 6.8 per cent, to $4.7 million from $4.4 million in the year-earlier period, driven... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 10:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Leo Orenstein, who directed over 150 dramas for CBC, dead at 89</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090209/57243__leo_orenstein_who_directed_over_150_dramas_for_cbc_dead_at_89_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Leo Orenstein, who directed over 150 TV dramas for the CBC, has died at age 89.Orenstein died Feb. 5, said his son Norman Orenstein.Born in Montreal, Leo Orenstein was also a painter,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 14:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>UTS Energy's board rejects Total bid, calls it inadequate</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090209/57236__uts_energy_s_board_rejects_total_bid_calls_it_inadequate_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - UTS Energy Corp. (TSX:UTS) says its board has unanimously urged shareholders to reject Total E&P Canada Ltd.'s unsolicited $617 million offer to acquire the Calgary oilsands operator.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 16:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Housing starts shrivel in January as home demand retrenches: CMHC</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090209/57232__housing_starts_shrivel_in_january_as_home_demand_retrenches_cmhc_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Home building sagged last month as sales of existing houses fell and the number of dwellings on the market rose.Housing starts fell to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 153,500 units... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 11:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First Uranium reports third-quarter profit of a penny per share</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090209/57221__first_uranium_reports_third_quarter_profit_of_a_penny_per_share_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Gold and uranium miner First Uranium Corp. (TSX:FIU) said Monday that foreign exchange gains helped offset losses at one of its new mining developments and push the company to a modest... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 03:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090208/57207__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Their superstar was sick, and they were playing a team that seemed unbeatable at home. Somehow, the Los Angeles Lakers still managed to finish their road trip on a perfect note.With Kobe Bryant... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 23:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hossa feeds off crowd's hostility, Red Wings beat Penguins 3-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090208/57202__hossa_feeds_off_crowd_s_hostility_red_wings_beat_penguins_3_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Eight months after winning the Stanley Cup in Pittsburgh, the Detroit Red Wings beat the Penguins at home again.Adding insult to injury, two former Penguins played major roles in Detroit's latest... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 22:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manitoba wins women's title, P.E.I. takes men's at jr. curling championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090209/57200__manitoba_wins_women_s_title_p_e_i_takes_men_s_at_jr_curling_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SALMON ARM, B.C. - Manitoba's Kaitlyn Lawes and Prince Edward Island's Brett Gallant won their respective finals Sunday at the Canadian junior curling championships.In the women's final, Lawes... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 9 Feb 2009 00:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gregg, Tremblay and Canadian relay teams win gold at World Cup short-track event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090208/57193__gregg_tremblay_and_canadian_relay_teams_win_gold_at_world_cup_short_track_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SOFIA, Bulgaria - Jessica Gregg and Francois-Louis Tremblay each won individual gold medals while both the men's and women's relay teams also topped the podium Sunday at a World Cup short-track... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 21:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hundreds rally after layoffs of workers at N.S. chicken processor</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090208/57168__hundreds_rally_after_layoffs_of_workers_at_n_s_chicken_processor_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KENTVILLE, N.S. - Several hundred unemployed workers marched through Kentville on Sunday during a rally that called for a chicken processing co-operative to provide them with their unpaid salary.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 17:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians shine on world stage just a year out from 2010 Vancouver Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090208/57155__canadians_shine_on_world_stage_just_a_year_out_from_2010_vancouver_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ No athlete from Canada has ever won an Olympic gold medal on home soil.But a year out from the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games, there are positive signs that dubious streak will end.A victory by... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 16:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Lopes-Schliep, Whyte finish 1-2 at KBC Indoor track meet</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090208/57150__canadians_lopes_schliep_whyte_finish_1_2_at_kbc_indoor_track_meet_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GHENT, Belgium - Canadians Priscilla Lopes-Schliep and Angela Whyte finished first and second, respectively, in the women's 60-metres hurdles event at the KBC Indoor track and field event Sunday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 13:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Groves captures overall silver medal at allround speedskating championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090208/57133__groves_captures_overall_silver_medal_at_allround_speedskating_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMAR, Norway - Ottawa's Kristina Groves captured the silver medal at the world allround speedskating championships after winning one race and finishing fourth in another Sunday.Martina Sablikova... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 15:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manitoba beats Alberta 7-6 to advance to final at junior curling championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090208/57117__manitoba_beats_alberta_7_6_to_advance_to_final_at_junior_curling_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SALMON ARM, B.C. - Prince Edward Island's Brett Gallant easily disposed of Alberta's Kevin Yablonski 13-3 to advance to the men's final at the junior curling championship Saturday.Gallant will... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 01:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's NLL Roundup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090208/57116__saturday_s_nll_roundup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - It was Autograph Day for the Toronto Rock and they sure gave lacrosse fans good reason to brandish pens and push photos at them to sign.The Rock, having lost eight of their previous nine... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 01:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vancouver Canucks ride power play to big 7-3 win over Chicago Blackhawks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090208/57113__vancouver_canucks_ride_power_play_to_big_7_3_win_over_chicago_blackhawks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - A productive power play helps but the Vancouver Canucks can't expect it to be the difference every game, says Mats Sundin.Especially after they are still digging out from being... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 02:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Saturday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090208/57112__nhl_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Vesa Toskala had the answer to criticism he took all week for his work in the Toronto Maple Leafs' net - a solid performance against an old NHL rival.Toskala made 31 saves, including a key block... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 01:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Saturday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090208/57111__nba_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It doesn't take much to beat the Toronto Raptors these days, but all the Memphis Grizzlies needed Saturday were 78 points.O.J. Mayo scored 12 of his 16 points in the fourth period, including nine... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 01:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Unnamed sources say video shows Canadian diplomats missing in Niger: AFP</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090208/57106__unnamed_sources_say_video_shows_canadian_diplomats_missing_in_niger_afp_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A media report is citing unnamed sources in west Africa who say they have viewed a video depicting two Canadian diplomats who vanished last year in Niger.News service Agence-France Press says the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 01:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mike Fisher scores shootout winner as Senators down Sabres 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57102__mike_fisher_scores_shootout_winner_as_senators_down_sabres_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - It took three tries but the Ottawa Senators finally got a win for rookie head coach Cory Clouston.Mike Fisher, one of three Senators to beat Ryan Miller in the shootout, scored the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 23:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada opens play at field hockey tournament with 10-0 win over Bermuda</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57095__canada_opens_play_at_field_hockey_tournament_with_10_0_win_over_bermuda_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON, Bermuda - The Canadian women's national field hockey team got off to a strong start at the Pan American Cup in Bermuda by defeating the host team 10-0 Saturday afternoon.It was their... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 20:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Corey Perry nets go-ahead goal in second period as Ducks edge Flames 2-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57080__corey_perry_nets_go_ahead_goal_in_second_period_as_ducks_edge_flames_2_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Corey Perry took advantage of a rookie mistake to lead the Anaheim Ducks to a 2-1 win over the Calgary Flames on Saturday afternoon.Perry intercepted an errant pass by first-year Calgary... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 19:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Three bronze medals for Canada at Sofia short-track World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57077__three_bronze_medals_for_canada_at_sofia_short_track_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SOFIA, Bulgaria - Canadians Charles Hamelin, Francois-Louis Tremblay and Kalyna Roberge each won bronze Saturday at a short-track speedskating World Cup event.Hamelin, from Ste-Julie, Que.,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 17:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Morrison and Nesbitt strike gold at world allround championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57063__canadians_morrison_and_nesbitt_strike_gold_at_world_allround_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMAR, Norway - Christine Nesbitt set up her entire regimen this season so that she peaks at the world allround speedskating championships, a trial run of her preparation plans for the Vancouver... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 17:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's John Kucera wins gold in men's downhill at world championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57053__canada_s_john_kucera_wins_gold_in_men_s_downhill_at_world_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VAL D'ISERE, France - The second racer out of the gate Saturday, John Kucera put down a brilliant run in the men's downhill race at the world championships and then he waited.And waited. And... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 16:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario takes control of women's draw at junior curling championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57036__ontario_takes_control_of_women_s_draw_at_junior_curling_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SALMON ARM, B.C. - Ontario's Rachel Homan secured a trip to the women's finals with a 9-2 win against Saskatchewan's Brooklyn Lemon on Friday night at the Canadian junior curling championships.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 02:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Friday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57035__nba_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ In a matchup of two teams missing key all-stars, the Toronto Raptors missed Chris Bosh more than the New Orleans Hornets needed Chris Paul.Peja Stojakovic scored a season-high 28 points and the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 02:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kelusky's four goals, five assists lead unbeaten Calgary past Minnesota 13-8</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57034__kelusky_s_four_goals_five_assists_lead_unbeaten_calgary_past_minnesota_13_8_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Following a bye week, the Calgary Roughnecks were ready to get back to action.It showed against the Minnesota Swarm on Friday night. After building up a 6-0 lead, the Roughnecks took a 7-1... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 01:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Friday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57033__nhl_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ As rumours persist about Dallas sending suspended forward Sean Avery back to New York, the Stars sent a strong message to the Rangers: they don't need him.Mike Ribeiro and James Neal each scored... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 01:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kelusky's four goals, five assists lead unbeaten Calgary past Minnesota 13-8</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57032__kelusky_s_four_goals_five_assists_lead_unbeaten_calgary_past_minnesota_13_8_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Tracey Kelusky scored four times and added five assists to lead the Calgary Roughnecks to a 13-8 win over the Minnesota Swarm in National Lacrosse League action Friday night.The Riggers... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 00:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Philadelphia Wings beat previously undefeated Buffalo Bandits 13-11</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090207/57031__philadelphia_wings_beat_previously_undefeated_buffalo_bandits_13_11_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia topped Buffalo 13-11 in National Lacrosse League action Friday, as the Wings handed the Bandits their first loss of the season.The Wings trailed 10-8 early into the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 00:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Polygamy, water, First Nations among subjects of books up for Cohen prize</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090207/57030__polygamy_water_first_nations_among_subjects_of_books_up_for_cohen_prize_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Books about polygamy, water and Canada's First Nations are among shortlisted works for the annual Shaughnessy Cohen Prize for Political Writing.Five finalists were announced Friday:... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 7 Feb 2009 00:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enbridge Income Fund reports Q4 profit of $4.8 million, down from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090206/57025__enbridge_income_fund_reports_q4_profit_of_4_8_million_down_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Enbridge Income Fund (TSX:ENF.UN) said Friday it earned $4.8 million, down from a year ago, when the fund had a one-time boost from a cut in taxes.The fund said the profit amounted to 14... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 22:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rowing Canada announces Peter Cookson as new high performance director</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090206/57020__rowing_canada_announces_peter_cookson_as_new_high_performance_director_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Rowing Canada announced the hiring of Peter Cookson as its new high performance director Friday.Cookson, originally from St. Catharines, Ont., has 30 years experience in the sport at the national... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 21:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Book publisher McGraw-Hill Ryerson increases Q4 profit 36 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090206/57009__book_publisher_mcgraw_hill_ryerson_increases_q4_profit_36_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WHITBY, Ont. - Educational publisher McGraw-Hill Ryerson Ltd. (TSX:MHR) booked a solid quarter to end the 2008 financial year.Net income for the last three months of 2008 rose to $3.4 million or... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 19:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Most actively traded companies on Canadian stock markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090206/56982__most_actively_traded_companies_on_canadian_stock_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Some of the most active companies traded Friday on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the TSX Venture Exchange:Toronto Stock Exchange (9,008.02 up 147.04 points): Teck Cominco Ltd.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 17:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Australia's Amcor eyes Alcan packaging unit, Rio Tinto stock jumps</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/finance/business/20090206/56980__australia_s_amcor_eyes_alcan_packaging_unit_rio_tinto_stock_jumps_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Rio Tinto PLC shares (NYSE:RTP) jumped 11 per cent on Friday after Australia's Amcor Ltd. confirmed it may be interested in buying some of the Alcan Packaging business.Rio's stock rose... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 17:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flaherty urges countries to avoid protectionism and keep lines of trade open</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090206/56968__flaherty_urges_countries_to_avoid_protectionism_and_keep_lines_of_trade_open_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Finance Minister Jim Flaherty says Canadians should expect further job losses in 2009.He says the U.S. economy has not yet hit bottom, and the Canadian economy is closely tied to that of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 16:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Jan. 26-Feb. 1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090206/56958__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_jan_26_feb_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Jan. 26-Feb. 1: 1 "NFL Super Bowl" (CTV, Sunday) - 3,602,000 2 "CSI" (CTV, Thursday) - 3,188,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 15:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Recent major job cuts in Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090206/56948__recent_major_job_cuts_in_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Bombardier Aerospace of Montreal, Canada's only aircraft maker, will eliminate 1,360 jobs, or about 4.5 per cent of its workforce, to deal with a drop in orders for business jets. More than half... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 14:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>FNX Mining says it will produce 679,000 tons of ore in 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090206/56923__fnx_mining_says_it_will_produce_679_000_tons_of_ore_in_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - FNX Mining Co. Inc. (TSX:FNX) said Friday it expects to produce 679,000 tons of ore this year after the company suspended nickel production at its Levack and McCreedy West mines, both... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 10:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>LAB Research losses deepen as clients delay studies, costs and charges rise</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090206/56919__lab_research_losses_deepen_as_clients_delay_studies_costs_and_charges_rise_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - LAB Research Inc. (TSX:LRI) has warned of a fourth-quarter loss of $4.2 million "as study delays continue to cause operating and financial challenges."The contract research provider,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 09:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD Bank paying US$515M to raise TD Ameritrade stake to 45 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090206/56913__td_bank_paying_us_515m_to_raise_td_ameritrade_stake_to_45_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - TD Bank Financial Group (TSX:TD) has confirmed it is raising its ownership of U.S. brokerage TD Ameritrade Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:AMTD) to 45 per cent from 39.9 per cent.The cost of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 08:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090206/56889__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A milestone goal from Washington superstar Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals' sterling home record weren't enough to intimidate Anze Kopitar and the Los Angeles Kings.Kopitar's two goals and assist... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 02:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Thursday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090206/56888__nba_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Ray Allen was still on the floor, knocked on his back, when the Los Angeles Lakers began hugging and chest-bumping under the 2008 NBA Championship banner that was earned at their expense."I wish... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 02:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090206/56887__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A milestone goal from Washington superstar Alex Ovechkin and the Capitals' sterling home record weren't enough to intimidate Anze Kopitar and the Los Angeles Kings.Kopitar's two goals and assist... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 01:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ladd has goal, two assists as Blackhawks beat slumping Flames</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090206/56886__ladd_has_goal_two_assists_as_blackhawks_beat_slumping_flames_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - It was an enjoyable homecoming for Chicago left-winger Andrew Ladd.Back at the Pengrowth Saddledome where he starred for two seasons with the Western Hockey League's Calgary Hitmen, Ladd... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 01:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Howard takes lead of Ontario curling final with win over Corner</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090206/56882__howard_takes_lead_of_ontario_curling_final_with_win_over_corner_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WOODSTOCK, Ont. - Glenn Howard took sole possession of first place at the Ontario men's curling championship with a 6-5 win over Pete Corner on Thursday.Howard's defending-champion Coldwater rink... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 01:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ladd has goal, two assists as Blackhawks beat slumping Flames</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090206/56880__ladd_has_goal_two_assists_as_blackhawks_beat_slumping_flames_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Andrew Ladd had a goal and two assists Thursday night to lead the Chicago Blackhawks to a 5-2 victory over Calgary, sending the Flames to their third straight regulation loss for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2009 00:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Axelsson scores in shootout, Bruins beat slumping Senators 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090205/56868__axelsson_scores_in_shootout_bruins_beat_slumping_senators_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators played one of their better games of the season, but a late penalty ensured they would still find a way to lose.P.J. Axelsson scored in the fifth round of a shootout... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 23:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flint wins construction contract in Cold Lake region worth up to $500M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56866__flint_wins_construction_contract_in_cold_lake_region_worth_up_to_500m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Flint Energy Services Ltd. (TSX:FES) has been awarded a six-year mechanical construction contract worth up to $500 million with a major producer in northern Alberta.Flint said the deal... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 22:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Axelsson scores in shootout, Bruins beat slumping Senators 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090205/56858__axelsson_scores_in_shootout_bruins_beat_slumping_senators_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - P.J Axelsson scored in the fifth round of a shootout and the NHL-leading Boston Bruins beat the Ottawa Senators 4-3 Thursday.The Bruins extended Ottawa's winless streak to four games.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 22:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Interfor gets larger revolving term line of credit; operating line shrinks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56852__interfor_gets_larger_revolving_term_line_of_credit_operating_line_shrinks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - International Forest Products Limited (TSX:IFP.A) announced changes to its loan facilities on Thursday that it says will help it through the current difficult economic times.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 21:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fraser Papers reports Q4 loss of $16M; will need more financing in 09</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090205/56851__fraser_papers_reports_q4_loss_of_16m_will_need_more_financing_in_09_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fraser Papers Inc. (TSX:FPS) trimmed its fourth-quarter loss thanks to operating cutbacks, but said its annual loss increased by two thirds compared to the same period last year.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 21:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Germany's Trott takes gold, wins second World Cup skeleton medal of season</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090205/56846__germany_s_trott_takes_gold_wins_second_world_cup_skeleton_medal_of_season_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WHISTLER, B.C. - German skeleton racer Marion Trott won her second medal of the World Cup season Thursday, taking home the gold at the inaugural FIBT race at the Whistler Sliding Centre.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 20:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canfor to take $100M charge in Q4 related to panels business</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56844__canfor_to_take_100m_charge_in_q4_related_to_panels_business_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canfor Corp. (TSX:CFP), the largest producer of softwood lumber in Canada, warned it will take a $100 million charge in the fourth quarter largely from it panels business.Canfor... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 20:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>American problems won't disappear any time soon, Obama adviser says</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090205/56833__american_problems_won_t_disappear_any_time_soon_obama_adviser_says_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A presidential campaign adviser for Barack Obama says people should remember the new U.S. president can only do so much himself and everyone will have to chip in to bring about real... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 20:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teachers discussing 'creation of shareholder value' with Petro-Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56829__teachers_discussing_creation_of_shareholder_value_with_petro_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan confirmed Thursday it has been in talks with Petro-Canada (TSX:PCA) about how it can create more value for shareholders.The Calgary-based energy... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 19:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flaherty hints Canadian CEOs taking bailout money could face salary caps</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56814__flaherty_hints_canadian_ceos_taking_bailout_money_could_face_salary_caps_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's finance minister says it may be necessary to cap the pay of senior executives if the government has to step in with large rescue packages for the companies they lead.Finance... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 18:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Film Centre's training program gets $1M boost from Citytv</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090205/56784__canadian_film_centre_s_training_program_gets_1m_boost_from_citytv_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A training program that helps emerging filmmakers get their projects off the ground is getting a boost.The Canadian Film Centre, founded by film legend Norman Jewison, says it's getting... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 16:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alberta to use drilling incentives to help junior energy firms save jobs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56758__alberta_to_use_drilling_incentives_to_help_junior_energy_firms_save_jobs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Faced with tumbling oil and gas prices Alberta will try to save thousands of jobs by offering incentives to small energy firms to drill more wells.Premier Ed Stelmach says he wants a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 15:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Italian star takes over as coach of Canadian women's soccer team</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090205/56751__former_italian_star_takes_over_as_coach_of_canadian_women_s_soccer_team_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Former Italian international star Carolina Morace is Canada's new women's soccer coach.Morace was formally introduced at a news conference Thursday afternoon."We have embarked on a new... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 15:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nickelback frontman abandons appeal of drunk-driving conviction</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090205/56745__nickelback_frontman_abandons_appeal_of_drunk_driving_conviction_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger has abandoned his appeal of a drunk-driving conviction.The rock star had a blood-alcohol level almost twice the legal limit when he was pulled... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 15:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OSC approves settlement with RIM's Lazaridis and Balsillie</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090205/56735__osc_approves_settlement_with_rim_s_lazaridis_and_balsillie_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jim Balsillie and Mike Lazaridis, co-CEOs of Research in Motion (TSX:RIM), will pay a total of just over $7 million as part of their negotiated settlement with the Ontario Securities... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 14:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Husky Energy shares fall three per cent after profit drop and dividend cut</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56733__husky_energy_shares_fall_three_per_cent_after_profit_drop_and_dividend_cut_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Husky Energy Inc. (TSX:HSE) shares fell more than three per cent Thursday after the Calgary oil and natural gas producer reported a sharp drop in quarterly earnings, hurt by the slowing... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 13:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OSC hearing on settlement with RIM's Lazaridis and Balsillie remains closed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090205/56731__osc_hearing_on_settlement_with_rim_s_lazaridis_and_balsillie_remains_closed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - An Ontario Securities Commission hearing on a proposed settlement with the top executives of Research In Motion Ltd. (TSX:RIM) will continue behind closed doors this afternoon.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 13:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto home resales down 47 per cent in January; average price off 8 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090205/56728__toronto_home_resales_down_47_per_cent_in_january_average_price_off_8_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto Real Estate board has tallied 2,670 home resales in January, down 47 per cent from a year earlier, and reported Thursday that the average price declined eight per cent.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 13:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier Aerospace cuts 1,360 jobs as jet demand declines</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56722__bombardier_aerospace_cuts_1_360_jobs_as_jet_demand_declines_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canada's only aircraft maker, Bombardier Aerospace (TSX:BBD:B) says it is cutting 1,360 jobs, or about 4.5 per cent of its workforce to deal with a drop in orders for business jets.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 12:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mega Silver to take over Skybridge Development in all-stock junior miner deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090205/56719__mega_silver_to_take_over_skybridge_development_in_all_stock_junior_miner_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Mega Silver Inc. (TSXV:MSR) has struck an agreement to take over Skybridge Development Corp. (TSXV:SBD) in an all-stock transaction combining exploration companies active in the Yukon and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 11:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brookfield Properties bottom line gets boost from tax provision, revenue falls</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/finance/business/20090205/56717__brookfield_properties_bottom_line_gets_boost_from_tax_provision_revenue_falls_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Brookfield Properties Corp. (TSX:BPO), a manager of several landmark high-rise office towers in major American and Canadian cities, says it has fared well under current circumstances and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 11:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Justin Trudeau and Sophie Gregoire welcome second child, a girl</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090205/56716__justin_trudeau_and_sophie_gregoire_welcome_second_child_a_girl_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Liberal MP Justin Trudeau and TV personality Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau have welcomed their second child - a girl.Gregoire-Trudeau gave birth Thursday morning in Montreal, and the couple... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 11:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ad campaign launched to connect business with foreign customers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090205/56715__ad_campaign_launched_to_connect_business_with_foreign_customers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - An ad campaign is being launched to link Canadian businesses with a federal agency designed to help open doors to foreign customers.International Trade Minister Stockwell Day launched... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 11:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Justin Trudeau and Sophie Gregoire welcome second child, a girl</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090205/56709__justin_trudeau_and_sophie_gregoire_welcome_second_child_a_girl_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Liberal MP Justin Trudeau and TV personality Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau have welcomed their second child - a girl.Gregoire-Trudeau gave birth Thursday morning in Montreal, and the couple... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 11:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Western Bank issuing $200M in preferred-share-plus-warrant units</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56707__canadian_western_bank_issuing_200m_in_preferred_share_plus_warrant_units_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) is issuing at least $200 million worth of preferred shares which yield 7.25 per cent and come with warrants to buy common stock.The bank said Thursday... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 11:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>UTS Energy increases contingent bitumen resources to 1.7 billion barrels</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56706__uts_energy_increases_contingent_bitumen_resources_to_1_7_billion_barrels_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - UTS Energy Corp. (TSX:UTS) says it has significantly increased its contingent bitumen resources with the addition of the Frontier oil sands project, for a total best estimate of 1.7... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 11:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mike Weir to be inducted into Canadian Golf Hall of Fame in 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090205/56704__mike_weir_to_be_inducted_into_canadian_golf_hall_of_fame_in_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Mike Weir won't have to wait until retirement to have his career celebrated.The native of Bright's Grove, Ont., is set to be inducted to the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame. Even though Weir... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 11:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier Aerospace cuts 1,360 jobs as jet demand declines</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56699__bombardier_aerospace_cuts_1_360_jobs_as_jet_demand_declines_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canada's only aircraft maker, Bombardier Aerospace (TSX:BBD:B) says it is cutting 1,360 jobs, or about 4.5 per cent of its workforce to deal with a drop in orders for business jets.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 10:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Twilight Saga Box Set&quot; by Stephenie Meyer tops Amazon.ca books list for the week ending Feb. 3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090205/56696___quot_the_twilight_saga_box_set_quot_by_stephenie_meyer_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_for_the_week_ending_feb_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the 10 best selling fiction and non-fiction books for this week from Amazon.ca. Bracketed figures indicate position the previous week: FICTION1 (5) The Twilight Saga Box Set - Stephenie... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 10:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;Through Black Spruce&quot; by Joseph Boyden tops Maclean's fiction list for the week ending Feb. 3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090205/56694___quot_through_black_spruce_quot_by_joseph_boyden_tops_maclean_s_fiction_list_for_the_week_ending_feb_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 hardcover fiction and non-fiction books in Canada for the week ending Feb. 3 compiled by Maclean's magazine.FICTION 1 (1) Through Black Spruce - Joseph Boyden2 (6)... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 10:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fortis records best-ever annual profit but Q4 earnings fade; dividend up</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56692__fortis_records_best_ever_annual_profit_but_q4_earnings_fade_dividend_up_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. 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(TSX:UFS) posted a sharply higher loss in its latest quarter Thursday and said it will permanently close fine paper manufacturing at its Plymouth, N.C.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 09:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>StFX assistant coach quits after hitting off-court official</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090205/56687__stfx_assistant_coach_quits_after_hitting_off_court_official_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - An assistant coach with the St. Francis Xavier University men's basketball team has resigned for striking an off-court official during a game last week.Garry Gallimore says his... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 09:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Domtar to cut paper capacity at its Plymouth, N.C. mill, loses $676 million in Q4</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56685__domtar_to_cut_paper_capacity_at_its_plymouth_n_c_mill_loses_676_million_in_q4_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Forestry company Domtar Corp. (TSX:UFS) says it will permanently close fine paper manufacturing at its Plymouth, N.C. mill, cutting 185 jobs.The streamlining, announced Thursday, comes... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 09:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ad campaign launched to connect business with foreign customers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090205/56682__ad_campaign_launched_to_connect_business_with_foreign_customers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - An ad campaign is being launched to link Canadian businesses with a federal agency designed to help open doors to foreign customers.International Trade Minister Stockwell Day launched... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 09:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier Aerospace cuts 1,360 jobs as jet demand declines</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56678__bombardier_aerospace_cuts_1_360_jobs_as_jet_demand_declines_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Bombardier Aerospace (TSX:BBD:B) says it is cutting 1,360 jobs, or about 4.5 per cent of its work force.Bombardier says the cuts come as the company decreases Learjet and Challenger... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 08:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>December building permits slip</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56677__december_building_permits_slip_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Municipalities issued $4.6 billion in building permits in December, down 3.9 per cent from November.Statistics Canada says that's the third straight monthly decline and it was the result... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 08:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Heroux-Devtek reports $5.2 million profit in third quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090205/56673__heroux_devtek_reports_5_2_million_profit_in_third_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONGUEUIL, Que. - Aerospace technology manufacturer Heroux-Devtek Inc. (TSX:HRX) said Thursday that higher tax rates offset a spike in sales and led to a slightly lower profit in the third quarter... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 08:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090205/56653__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Not quite Kobe Bryant. Definitely vintage LeBron James.James scored a season-high 52 points in his 21st career triple-double, joined Michael Jordan as the only visitors with multiple 50-point... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 5 Feb 2009 01:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56651__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Fed up with losing, Evgeni Malkin took his frustrations out on the Tampa Bay Lightning.Malkin finished a frantic Pittsburgh rally four minutes 44.5 seconds into overtime by scoring his second goal... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 23:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Howard needs just four ends to beat former Olympian Harris 9-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56648__howard_needs_just_four_ends_to_beat_former_olympian_harris_9_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WOODSTOCK, Ont. - Glenn Howard needed just four ends to defeat former Olympian Mike Harris 9-0 Wednesday and maintain a share of first place at the Ontario men's curling championship.Howard, of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 23:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hodgson scores three goals to lead East over West at OHL all-star game</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56646__hodgson_scores_three_goals_to_lead_east_over_west_at_ohl_all_star_game_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINDSOR, Ont. - Cody Hodgson wan't about to be intimidated by the Western Conference's reputation.The Brampton Battalion star had three goals and an assist as the Eastern Conference beat the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 23:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian horse Somebeachsomewhere earns yet another honour</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090204/56641__canadian_horse_somebeachsomewhere_earns_yet_another_honour_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAS VEGAS - Add three more harness-racing honours for record-setting pacer Somebeachsomewhere.The brilliant Canadian-owned colt was named harness racing's horse of the year by the U.S. Harness... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 22:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cape Breton Capers duo sweep Canadian University weekly awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56640__cape_breton_capers_duo_sweep_canadian_university_weekly_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - It was a clean sweep for the Cape Breton Capers as two basketball players from the school were named Canadian University Sport athletes of the week Wednesday.Kelsey Hodgson scored a team... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 22:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Northern Ontario men suffer first loss at junior curling championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56628__northern_ontario_men_suffer_first_loss_at_junior_curling_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SALMON ARM, B.C. - Northern Ontario suffered its first defeat in the men's draw at the Canadian junior curling championship, falling 9-6 to Nova Scotia on Wednesday.Northern Ontario, skipped by... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 23:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Neil Munro leaves director post at Shaw Festival due to health reasons</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090204/56611__neil_munro_leaves_director_post_at_shaw_festival_due_to_health_reasons_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ont. - Neil Munro is leaving his post as associate director of the Shaw Festival due to health reasons.Jackie Maxwell, artistic director of the theatre festival in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 18:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ban on short-selling increased volatility, widened spreads: IIROC study</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090204/56608__ban_on_short_selling_increased_volatility_widened_spreads_iiroc_study_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Last autumn's 2  1/2-week ban on short-selling of 13 financial-company stocks on the Toronto Stock Exchange appears to have hurt the market, a study by the Investment Industry Regulatory... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 17:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Impact pass 35,000 tickets sold for CONCACAF Champions League match</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56600__impact_pass_35_000_tickets_sold_for_concacaf_champions_league_match_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - More than 35,000 tickets have been sold for the Montreal Impact's CONCACAF Champions League quarter-final against Santos Laguna of Mexico, surpassing the United Soccer Leagues club's... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 16:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Complaints about banks and investment dealers rising, ombudsman says</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090204/56595__complaints_about_banks_and_investment_dealers_rising_ombudsman_says_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Complaints about banks and investment dealers are rising, the Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments reports.The national dispute resolution service opened 670 cases in 2008, up... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 16:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gaz Metro Q1 revenues rise 16 per cent, profit up slightly</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090204/56567__gaz_metro_q1_revenues_rise_16_per_cent_profit_up_slightly_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Gaz Metro Limited Partnership (TSX:GZM.UN), Quebec's largest natural gas distributor, says its first-quarter net profit rose slightly to $70.5 million as revenue rose nearly 16 per cent... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 12:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Polar Star CEO files court application after accusing board of entrenching itself</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090204/56566__former_polar_star_ceo_files_court_application_after_accusing_board_of_entrenching_itself_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Douglas Willock, former chief executive of Polar Star Mining Corp. (TSXV:PSR), said Wednesday he has filed an application to the Ontario Superior Court to "protect the interests of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 14:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Capstone brings mine expansions online, expects to increase production in 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090204/56554__capstone_brings_mine_expansions_online_expects_to_increase_production_in_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Capstone Mining Corp. (TSX:CS) said Wednesday its Minto and Cozamin mines in Canada and Mexico, respectively, produced 74.1 million pounds of copper in 2008.The company didn't... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 11:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Air Canada and WestJet report improved load factor for January</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090204/56546__air_canada_and_westjet_report_improved_load_factor_for_january_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canada's two largest airlines reported Wednesday that they had fewer empty seats in January compared with a year ago, but WestJet chief executive Sean Durfy warned the airline sees... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 17:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Talon Merchant Capital invests C$7.6 million in Liquidation World</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090204/56545__talon_merchant_capital_invests_c_7_6_million_in_liquidation_world_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRANTFORD, Ont. - Liquidation World Inc. (TSX:LQW), Canada's largest liquidator of consumer merchandise, says it has completed a private placement and acquisition deal with Talon Merchant Capital... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 09:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Grande Cache Coal reverses year-ago loss with $36.8 million third-quarter profit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090204/56543__grande_cache_coal_reverses_year_ago_loss_with_36_8_million_third_quarter_profit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Grande Cache Coal Corp. (TSX:GCE) reported Wednesday a third-quarter profit of $36.8 million, reversing a year-ago $3.4-million loss, as revenue jumped to $91.9 million from $37.7 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 09:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Frontera Copper strikes friendly deal to be acquired by Southern Copper Corp.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090204/56542__frontera_copper_strikes_friendly_deal_to_be_acquired_by_southern_copper_corp__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Frontera Copper Corp. (TSX:FCC), a Toronto junior miner with operations in Mexico, says it has struck a friendly deal to be acquired by Southern Copper Corp. for $42 million in cash.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 09:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56516__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Ottawa Senators' defence was better under new coach Cory Clouston, but their offence remained downright awful.Michal Handzus scored the only goal Tuesday night as the Los Angeles Kings beat... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 01:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Burrows scores late winner as Canucks end nine-game home losing skid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56515__burrows_scores_late_winner_as_canucks_end_nine_game_home_losing_skid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Alex Burrows made his signature move, and just like that, the Vancouver Canucks buried a bitter nine-game home losing streak Tuesday night.Burrows scored a short-handed breakaway... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 03:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56513__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to 12 games, and they needed every last tick of the clock to do it.Ray Allen took a perfect pass from Paul Pierce and buried a baseline... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 00:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Havlat, Bolland lead the way as Blackhawks earn 3-1 win over Oilers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56511__havlat_bolland_lead_the_way_as_blackhawks_earn_3_1_win_over_oilers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - It wasn't as ignominious as a seven-goal drubbing, but the Edmonton Oilers' latest home loss to the Chicago Blackhawks wasn't far off.Martin Havlat and Dave Bolland had a goal and an... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 01:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Frans takes over Ontario men's curling lead with win over Howard</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090203/56505__frans_takes_over_ontario_men_s_curling_lead_with_win_over_howard_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WOODSTOCK, Ont. - Oshawa's Joe Frans stole a point in the 10th end Tuesday to beat defending champion Glenn Howard 7-6 and take sole possession of first place at the Ontario men's curling final.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 23:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Handzus scores, Quick gets shutout as Kings blank Senators 1-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090203/56495__handzus_scores_quick_gets_shutout_as_kings_blank_senators_1_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - If Ottawa Senators fans were hoping a coaching change would help their team deliver an inspired performance, they were sorely disappointed.Michal Handzus scored the only goal Tuesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 23:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>RIM and Ontario Securities Commission reach deal over options</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090203/56487__rim_and_ontario_securities_commission_reach_deal_over_options_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Top executives of Research In Motion (TSX:RIM) have reached a deal to settle a dispute with the Ontario Securities Commission over the company's past stock option practices.The OSC will... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 20:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New Flyer says Q4 operating earning expected to be lower than Q3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090203/56486__new_flyer_says_q4_operating_earning_expected_to_be_lower_than_q3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - New Flyer Industries Inc. (TSX:NFI.UN) warned Tuesday that its adjusted earnings before interest, income taxes, depreciation, amortization for the fourth quarter are expected to be... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 20:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Northern Ontario undefeated through nine ends at junior curling championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56485__northern_ontario_undefeated_through_nine_ends_at_junior_curling_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SALMON ARM, B.C. - Just when it looked like the last undefeated team would fall at the Canadian junior curling championships, Dylan Johnston's Northern Ontario team pulled another extra-end... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 02:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec rocker Eric Lapointe in hospital in stable condition for tests</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090203/56482__quebec_rocker_eric_lapointe_in_hospital_in_stable_condition_for_tests_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Quebec rocker Eric Lapointe has undergone various tests after being admitted to the emergency ward of a Montreal hospital.Lapointe entered the Royal Victoria Hospital last Thursday, the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 20:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Job cuts at Halifax Chronicle Herald and Globe and Mail as advertising dips</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090203/56480__job_cuts_at_halifax_chronicle_herald_and_globe_and_mail_as_advertising_dips_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A drop in advertising amid tough economic times is exacting a toll on Canada's newspapers, with the Halifax Chronicle Herald giving layoff notices to almost a quarter of its newsroom staff while... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 20:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Maple Leaf Foods restates tax liability, lowers 2007 earnings</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090203/56478__maple_leaf_foods_restates_tax_liability_lowers_2007_earnings_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (TSX:MFI) said Tuesday that it plans to restate and refile its 2007 consolidated annual financial statements to lower its earnings due to an understatement of future... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 19:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SAS fleet reduction could impact Bombardier, says analyst</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090203/56476__sas_fleet_reduction_could_impact_bombardier_says_analyst_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A restructuring by Scandinavian Airlines to reduce its fleet of airplanes could affect orders of regional planes with Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B), an industry analyst said Tuesday.SAS... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 18:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dutch firm ING Group to sell $2 billion of its stake in ING Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090203/56468__dutch_firm_ing_group_to_sell_2_billion_of_its_stake_in_ing_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Dutch parent company of ING Canada Inc. (TSX:IIC) is selling a $2-billion stake in the Canadian subsidiary.ING Canada Inc. said Tuesday that ING Insurance International B.V., a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 21:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Melnyk agrees to pay US$1 million in SEC settlement; sells Biovail shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/finance/business/20090203/56460__melnyk_agrees_to_pay_us_1_million_in_sec_settlement_sells_biovail_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk said Tuesday he will pay US$1 million to settle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission but he doesn't admit to any wrongdoing.The U.S.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 22:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Melnyk agrees to pay US$1 million in SEC settlement; sells Biovail shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20090203/56458__melnyk_agrees_to_pay_us_1_million_in_sec_settlement_sells_biovail_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk said Tuesday he will pay US$1 million to settle with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission but he doesn't admit to any wrongdoing.The U.S.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 23:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada wants to improve human rights as nobody's perfect: justice official</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090203/56457__canada_wants_to_improve_human_rights_as_nobody_s_perfect_justice_official_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GENEVA - A Canadian official said Tuesday Canada has a good human rights record but there is always room for improvement.John Sims, a deputy minister of justice and head of the Canadian delegation... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 15:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Veteran Arne Dankers retires from long-track speedskating team</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090203/56449__veteran_arne_dankers_retires_from_long_track_speedskating_team_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Olympic medallist and Canadian record holder Arne Dankers has decided to retire from the national long-track speedskating team.Dankers, an eight-year national team member, said it was a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 15:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian credit card delinquencies rising; issuers reported getting more cautious</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090203/56434__canadian_credit_card_delinquencies_rising_issuers_reported_getting_more_cautious_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian credit card issuers saw a sudden upward jolt in delinquencies late last year and they are getting tougher to avoid writedowns like those that have afflicted the U.S. financial... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 13:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Financial woes delay Canadian opening of 'Rob Roy The Musical'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090203/56427__financial_woes_delay_canadian_opening_of_rob_roy_the_musical__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian premiere of "Rob Roy The Musical" has been postponed.Prydwyn Productions Ltd., a new theatre company co-founded by Calgary-born composer-writer David Warrack, announced... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 12:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>List of Juno Award nominations, announced Tuesday in Toronto</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090203/56425__list_of_juno_award_nominations_announced_tuesday_in_toronto_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Selected 2009 Juno Award nominees:JUNO FAN CHOICE AWARD: Celine Dion, Feist, Hedley, Nickelback, the Lost Fingers.SINGLE OF THE YEAR: "Taking Chances," Celine Dion; "Lay It on the Line," Divine... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 12:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CD releases for the week of Feb. 3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090203/56413__cd_releases_for_the_week_of_feb_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here's a list of some new CD releases for the week of Feb. 3:Dierks Bentley - "Feel That Fire"Cannibal Corpse - "Evisceration Plague"Chamillionaire - "Mixtape Messiah 6"Brett Dennen - "Hope for... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 11:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Football League to kick off 2009 season on Canada Day</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090203/56407__canadian_football_league_to_kick_off_2009_season_on_canada_day_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian football fans will have two reasons to celebrate Canada Day.The CFL will kick off the 2009 season July 1 with a pair of games, including a Grey Cup rematch between the Calgary... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 11:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Polar Star Mining CEO terminated after attempting to overturn company's board</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090203/56404__polar_star_mining_ceo_terminated_after_attempting_to_overturn_company_s_board_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Douglas Willock announced Tuesday he has been terminated as chief executive of Polar Star Mining Corp. (TSXV:PSR) as a "direct result" of his attempt to overturn the junior mining... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 10:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DVD releases scheduled for the coming weeks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090203/56401__dvd_releases_scheduled_for_the_coming_weeks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A look at some DVDs scheduled to be released in the weeks ahead.For the week of Feb. 1-7Alec Guinness 5-Film CollectionBecker: Season TwoBeing ThereThe Berenstain Bears: Springtime... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 10:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Newfoundland author wins $40,000 non-fiction award</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090203/56396__newfoundland_author_wins_40_000_non_fiction_award_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Newfoundland author Russell Wangersky has won a $40,000 prize for a book chronicling his time as a volunteer firefighter.Four nominees were shortlisted for the British Columbia... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 10:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 films in Canada from Jan. 30-Feb. 1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090203/56395__top_10_films_in_canada_from_jan_30_feb_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Top 10 films in Canada for the weekend of Jan. 30-Feb. 1 ranked by box office receipts:1. "Taken" - $1,565,3782. "Paul Blart: Mall Cop" - $1,457,9633. "Slumdog Millionaire" - $979,6554.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 10:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Video: &quot;Pride and Glory&quot; tops rentals list; &quot;RocknRolla&quot; number one in sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090203/56392__rogers_video_quot_pride_and_glory_quot_tops_rentals_list_quot_rocknrolla_quot_number_one_in_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Rogers Video for the period ending Feb. 1.DVD RENTALS1 Pride and Glory2 Lakeview Terrace3 Max Payne4 My Best Friend's Girl5 RocknRolla6 Open... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 09:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xbox 360's &quot;Lord of the Rings: Conquest&quot; tops the Rogers Video game rental list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090203/56390__xbox_360_s_quot_lord_of_the_rings_conquest_quot_tops_the_rogers_video_game_rental_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals (all platforms) according to Rogers Video for the period ending Feb. 1.1 Lord of the Rings: Conquest (Xbox 360)2 Afro Samurai (Xbox 360)3 Skate 2 (Xbox... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 09:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sask. government approves changes to national agreement on labour mobility</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090202/56357__sask_government_approves_changes_to_national_agreement_on_labour_mobility_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - The Saskatchewan government has approved changes that will make it easier for the province to attract skilled workers from across Canada.The province says it will sign amendments to the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 23:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>BookExpo Canada cancelled due to lack of industry interest, report says</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090202/56356__bookexpo_canada_cancelled_due_to_lack_of_industry_interest_report_says_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - BookExpo Canada, an annual publishing trade event, has been cancelled by Reed Exhibitions Canada, according to an industry website.The move follows defection of many of the country's... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 22:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New Brunswick, Northern Ontario still unbeaten at junior curling championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090203/56353__new_brunswick_northern_ontario_still_unbeaten_at_junior_curling_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The New Brunswick and Northern Ontario men's rinks are the only unbeaten teams left after six draws at the Canadian junior curling championships.Stephen Burgess's New Brunswick squad improved to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 01:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto FC announces contract extensions for Ricketts, Robinson and Dichio</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090202/56339__toronto_fc_announces_contract_extensions_for_ricketts_robinson_and_dichio_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Toronto FC has signed midfielder Rohan Ricketts to a one-year contract extension, the Major League Soccer club announced Monday.The club also announced it signed striker Danny Dichio and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 21:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canfor cuts production in B.C. and Alberta, ends third shift in Quesnel, B.C.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090202/56327__canfor_cuts_production_in_b_c_and_alberta_ends_third_shift_in_quesnel_b_c__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canfor Corp. (TSX:CFP) said Monday it will reduce production by 83 million board feet by taking a two-week curtailment at its British Columbia and Alberta sawmills starting Feb.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 19:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Olympians dominate list of finalists for Canada Sports Awards honours</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090202/56323__olympians_dominate_list_of_finalists_for_canada_sports_awards_honours_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Olympians Eric Lamaze, Adam van Koeverden and Carol Huynh as well as Paralympian Chantal Petitclerc are among the finalists at this year's Canadian Sport Awards.The award winners will be... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 19:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wireless 911 service to get vital upgrade</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090202/56317__wireless_911_service_to_get_vital_upgrade_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Wireless service companies have been given a year to introduce new technology allowing 911 operators to pinpoint the location of a cellphone caller.There have been a number of cases in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 17:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pizza Pizza reports Q4 sales of $122.4 million, same store sales down</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090202/56316__pizza_pizza_reports_q4_sales_of_122_4_million_same_store_sales_down_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Pizza Pizza Royalty Income Fund (TSX:PZA.UN) said Monday that royalty pool sales for the fourth quarter of 2008 grew 2.9 per cent compared with a year ago, boosted by an increase in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 17:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Governments to invest $15 million on upgrades for Canada Winter Games in N.S.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090202/56313__governments_to_invest_15_million_on_upgrades_for_canada_winter_games_in_n_s__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Three levels of government will invest $15 million to improve two ski hills and 11 other sport venues in Nova Scotia in preparation for the Canada Winter Games in 2011.Halifax... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 17:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scotiabank CEO Waugh takes 20 per cent cut in direct compensation to $7.5M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090202/56312__scotiabank_ceo_waugh_takes_20_per_cent_cut_in_direct_compensation_to_7_5m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The top executive of the Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) had his total direct compensation cut by 20 per cent in 2008 to $7.5 million.The bank's annual disclosure shows CEO Rick Waugh's... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 16:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec Federation of Labour invests $10 million in comedy festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090202/56296__quebec_federation_of_labour_invests_10_million_in_comedy_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Quebec Federation of Labour's Solidarity Fund is investing $10 million in the Just for Laughs festival to help the annual Montreal comedy event to expand internationally.Just for... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 14:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Couche-Tard acquires 13 stores in Quebec from Group Therrien's Quali-T</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090202/56273__couche_tard_acquires_13_stores_in_quebec_from_group_therrien_s_quali_t_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) is acquiring 13 corporate Petro-T stores in Quebec from privately held Group Therrien.Group Therrien's Exploitation Quali-T Inc. division will... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 13:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lakeside Steel Inc. to lay off another 84 workers in Welland, Ont.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090202/56272__lakeside_steel_inc_to_lay_off_another_84_workers_in_welland_ont__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WELLAND, Ont. - Lakeside Steel Inc. (TSX-V: LS) says it will temporarily lay off of up to 84 hourly employees and shut down its Welland, Ont., facility.The plant closure will run from today until... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 10:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Health-sciences firm MDS sets up board committee to review alternatives</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090202/56258__health_sciences_firm_mds_sets_up_board_committee_to_review_alternatives_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Health Sciences firm MDS Inc. (TSX:MDS) has formed a committee of its independent directors to support a review process considering corporate "alternatives," starting a process many... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 16:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ivernia says lead shipments to resume soon at Australian port</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090202/56255__ivernia_says_lead_shipments_to_resume_soon_at_australian_port_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ivernia Inc. (TSX:IVW) says lead carbonate concentrate shipments will resume at Australia's Port of Fremantle after the company received final approval from government, wrapping up nearly... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 07:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Allen-Vanguard wins $5 million order for security equipment in Brazil</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090202/56253__allen_vanguard_wins_5_million_order_for_security_equipment_in_brazil_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Protective equipment maker Allen-Vanguard Corp. (TSX:VRS) has received a $5-million order to provide explosive ordnance disposal equipment to Brazilian security forces.The Ottawa-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 06:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Kurtis Wenzel wins bronze at biathlon youth and junior championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090201/56233__canadian_kurtis_wenzel_wins_bronze_at_biathlon_youth_and_junior_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CANMORE, Alta. - Kurtis Wenzel of Calgary celebrated his 18th birthday by winning the bronze medal, and his second podium finish in as many days, at the Biathlon Youth and Junior World... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Feb 2009 23:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pittsburgh Steelers claim record sixth Super Bowl championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090201/56232__pittsburgh_steelers_claim_record_sixth_super_bowl_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TAMPA, Fla. - The Pittsburgh Steelers claimed their record sixth Super Bowl victory Sunday, defeating the Arizona Cardinals 27-23 in a drama-filled 43rd instalment of the NFL's championship game.A... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Feb 2009 23:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090202/56229__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LeBron James was his usual dominant self. His supporting cast wasn't half bad either.James scored 33 points and got some timely help from Mo Williams and Daniel Gibson in the Cleveland Cavaliers'... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 01:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090202/56228__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Everything is back to normal for Tim Thomas at the Bell Centre.Denis Wideman, Shawn Thornton and Marc Savard scored and Thomas made 27 saves to lead the Boston Bruins to a 3-1 victory over the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Feb 2009 01:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Skeleton team to test out Whistler Sliding Centre at World Cup event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090201/56226__skeleton_team_to_test_out_whistler_sliding_centre_at_world_cup_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canada's skeleton team and its international rivals will test out the Whistler Sliding Centre during a World Cup event this week, hoping to get a sense of the track that will be... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Feb 2009 21:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vos wins Cyclo-cross world championship; Canada's Simms 18th</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090201/56214__vos_wins_cyclo_cross_world_championship_canada_s_simms_18th_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HOOGERHEIDE, Netherlands - Canadian national champion Wendy Simms of Nanaimo, B.C., finished 18th in the women's competition at the Cyclo-cross World Championships on Sunday.Marianne Vos of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Feb 2009 18:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Martin Erat's third-period goal gives Nashville a 2-1 win over Edmonton</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090201/56212__martin_erat_s_third_period_goal_gives_nashville_a_2_1_win_over_edmonton_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers may be in sixth place but they have little margin for error in the bunched up Western Conference standings.Martin Erat's third-period goal gave the Nashville... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Feb 2009 18:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CN closes deal to acquire Elgin, Joliet and Eastern Railway</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090201/56210__cn_closes_deal_to_acquire_elgin_joliet_and_eastern_railway_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHICAGO - Canadian National Railway Co. (TSX:CNR) says it has completed its acquisition of the principal lines of the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern Railway Co. in the U.S. Midwest around the Chicago... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Feb 2009 16:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hamrlik's goal, assist propel Canadiens to 4-2 victory over Penguins</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090204/56204__hamrlik_s_goal_assist_propel_canadiens_to_4_2_victory_over_penguins_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Montreal Canadiens rode the line of Alex Kovalev, Tomas Plekanec and Andrei Kostitsyn to the top of the Eastern Conference standings last season.Kovalev hopes Tuesday night's game... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 4 Feb 2009 00:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bergeron scores OT winner as Wild overcome Canucks rally to win 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090201/56176__bergeron_scores_ot_winner_as_wild_overcome_canucks_rally_to_win_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Niklas Backstrom didn't need much time to bounce back from a poor performance.He could probably teach Vancouver a thing or two, after the Canucks put together yet another... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Feb 2009 03:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Saturday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090201/56174__nhl_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Montreal Canadiens caught all the late breaks to snap their longest losing streak of the season.Saku Koivu's power-play goal with 22.3 seconds remaining gave Montreal a 4-3 win over the Los... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Feb 2009 01:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Saturday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090201/56173__nba_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Another Andrew Bynum knee injury erased some joy from the L.A. Lakers' latest victoryKobe Bryant scored 25 points, Pau Gasol had 24 points and eight rebounds and the Lakers beat Memphis 115-98 on... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Feb 2009 01:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alberta's Jennifer Heil wins gold at freestyle skiing World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090201/56171__alberta_s_jennifer_heil_wins_gold_at_freestyle_skiing_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PARK CITY, Utah - Olympic champion Jennifer Heil of Spruce Grove, Alta., won the gold medal Saturday night in women's dual moguls to conclude this weekend's World Cup stop in freestyle skiing.It... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 1 Feb 2009 01:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Somebeachsomewhere, connections big winners at O'Brien Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090131/56167__somebeachsomewhere_connections_big_winners_at_o_brien_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA. Ont. - As he did many times this year, Somebeachsomewhere stole the show Saturday night at the O'Brien Awards.The brilliant colt was a unanimous choice as three-year-old pacing colt... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 21:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sedgwick scores four times to lead San Jose to 16-6 NLL rout of Edmonton</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090131/56157__sedgwick_scores_four_times_to_lead_san_jose_to_16_6_nll_rout_of_edmonton_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SAN JOSE, Calif. - After watching a large first-half lead dwindle away, the San Jose Stealth built an even larger one in the second half - and this one stuck.Cam Sedgwick scored three times in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 19:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stockwell Day is optimistic about a stalled global free trade deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090131/56148__stockwell_day_is_optimistic_about_a_stalled_global_free_trade_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DAVOS, Switzerland - There is renewed hope chronically stalled talks towards a global free trade deal may be revived, International Trade Minister Stockwell Day said Saturday.As business and... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 17:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Koivu scores in final minute as Canadiens edge Kings 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090131/56147__koivu_scores_in_final_minute_as_canadiens_edge_kings_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Christopher Higgins has had trouble finding the net this year, but his latest goal may be looked back on as the one that saved the Montreal Canadiens season.Higgins tied it with less... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 18:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian speedskater Denny Morrison wins 1,500 gold at World Cup event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090131/56137__canadian_speedskater_denny_morrison_wins_1_500_gold_at_world_cup_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ERFURT, Germany - After a slow start to the World Cup season, Canadian long-track speedskater Denny Morrison has found his groove.He won the gold medal in the 1,500 metres Saturday with a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 17:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian snowboarder Matthew Morison wins silver at World Cup event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090131/56128__canadian_snowboarder_matthew_morison_wins_silver_at_world_cup_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BAYRISCHZELL, Germany - Canadian snowboarder Matthew Morison won a silver medal in the parallel giant slalom at a World Cup event Saturday.He finished 0.23 seconds behind Austria's Andreas... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 12:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Google Search results in warning, 'This site may harm your computer'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090131/56125__google_search_results_in_warning_this_site_may_harm_your_computer__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Google says sorry for the goof.If you did a Google Internet search between 9:30 a.m. ET and 10:25 a.m. ET on Saturday, you likely were unable to access any website in the search results list.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 14:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Friday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090131/56109__nhl_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Shellshocked just three nights earlier in their worst home game ever, the Edmonton Oilers made sure their next game counted.Dwayne Roloson stopped 29 shots as the Oilers downed the Minnesota Wild... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 01:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blais-Dufour wins two gold at junior long track speed skating championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090131/56106__blais_dufour_wins_two_gold_at_junior_long_track_speed_skating_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - Guillaume Blais-Dufour of Quebec City raced to gold in the 500-and 1,000-metre events at the Canadian Junior Long Track Championships Friday.Blais-Dufour finished the 500 in 36.87... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roy's second-period goal leads Flames to 3-1 victory over Predators</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090131/56104__roy_s_second_period_goal_leads_flames_to_3_1_victory_over_predators_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Miikka Kiprusoff has Calgary's grinder lines to thank for his 30th win.Second period goals by Matthew Lombardi and Andre Roy was would be all the offence Kiprusoff and the Flames would... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 02:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Urango claims IBF welterweight crown with decision win over Ngoudjo</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090131/56097__urango_claims_ibf_welterweight_crown_with_decision_win_over_ngoudjo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Juan Urango's hammering left hand was to much for Herman Ngoudjo.The Colombian southpaw broke Ngoudjo's jaw when he floored him twice in the third round and claimed the vacant IBF light... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ignition Point says secured creditors start foreclosure action</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090130/56081__ignition_point_says_secured_creditors_start_foreclosure_action_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Ignition Point Technologies Corp. (TSXV:IPN) said Friday that it has received notice that holders of its secured convertible debentures have started foreclosure proceedings.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 20:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brookfield Renewable Power to issue $300 million in medium-term notes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090130/56068__brookfield_renewable_power_to_issue_300_million_in_medium_term_notes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Brookfield Renewable Power Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Brookfield Asset Management Inc.(TSX:BAM.A), said Friday it will issue $300 million of medium-term notes due Feb. 3, 2012.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 18:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Patheon to close Carolina facility in Puerto Rico as of Saturday.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090130/56066__patheon_to_close_carolina_facility_in_puerto_rico_as_of_saturday__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Patheon Inc. (TSX:PTI) said Friday it will close its Carolina facility in Puerto Rico as of Saturday.The drug developer and manufacturer said it "pursued all reasonable alternatives"... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 18:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canaccord says its ABCP relief payment complete, Q3 will miss analyst estimates</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090130/56056__canaccord_says_its_abcp_relief_payment_complete_q3_will_miss_analyst_estimates_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canaccord Capital Inc. (TSX:CCI) says it has completed payments to qualified clients who bought $152 million of asset-backed commercial paper through the firm.The firm also said... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teen barred from volunteering at rink hopes Don Cherry will lead his defence</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090130/56055__teen_barred_from_volunteering_at_rink_hopes_don_cherry_will_lead_his_defence_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OSHAWA, Ont. - A 17-year-old volunteer who was banned from a hockey arena after he chatted with Don Cherry is hoping the fiery commentator will speak to his defence before a national audience... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Global airline passenger traffic growth slowed considerably in 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090130/56053__global_airline_passenger_traffic_growth_slowed_considerably_in_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Global airline passenger traffic growth slowed in 2008 with North American demand falling in December by 4.3 per cent, the International Air Transport Association says.Overall annual... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Jan. 19-25</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090130/56049__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_jan_19_25_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Jan. 19-25: 1 "House" (Global, Monday) - 2,425,0002 "Grey's Anatomy" (CTV, Thursday) - 2,233,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 15:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier unlikely to benefit from federal budget's transit funding, experts say</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090130/56041__bombardier_unlikely_to_benefit_from_federal_budget_s_transit_funding_experts_say_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Transportation experts don't believe the federal government's small budgetary nod to public transit will help Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) offset a forecast slide in its aerospace... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 14:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CE Franklin Q4 profit rises to $8.8 M from $2.4 M on higher revenues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090130/56037__ce_franklin_q4_profit_rises_to_8_8_m_from_2_4_m_on_higher_revenues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - CE Franklin Ltd. (TSX:CFT), a Calgary-based energy equipment and services company, reported sharply higher profits and sales for the latest quarter.The company reported Friday it earned... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 13:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Credit-card fee outrage rising as economy slides: 'system is failing'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090130/56032__credit_card_fee_outrage_rising_as_economy_slides_system_is_failing__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Calls are rising for government action to scrutinize and control fees charged on credit cards. The Retail Council of Canada says the system "is failing many Canadians," and the Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 12:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shrinking auto industry will cut economic growth: Scotiabank</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090130/56016__shrinking_auto_industry_will_cut_economic_growth_scotiabank_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Scotia Economics said Friday it expects lower output from the auto industry will cut more than one percentage point from overall economic growth in Canada in the first part of 2009.North... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 11:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Workers ratify contract at Frito Lay snack food plant in Cambridge, Ont,</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090130/56012__workers_ratify_contract_at_frito_lay_snack_food_plant_in_cambridge_ont__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMBRIDGE, Ont. - About 450 workers at Frito Lay, a major employer in Cambridge, Ont., have ratified new four-year contracts.The United Steelworkers union says one agreement covers drivers and the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 10:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enerplus cuts income fund distribution for second time in two months</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090130/55998__enerplus_cuts_income_fund_distribution_for_second_time_in_two_months_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Enerplus Resources Fund (TSX:ERF.UN) said Friday that persistently low oil prices are prompting the company to reduce cash distributions to unit holders for the second time in as many... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090130/55988__thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Montreal Canadiens are in the midst of their worst slump in almost two years and are desperately looking for a way to prevent sinking any further.Jay Bouwmeester and Stephen Weiss scored... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 01:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Accursi's five goals, two assists lead Buffalo to 13-8 NLL win over Edmonton</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090130/55981__accursi_s_five_goals_two_assists_lead_buffalo_to_13_8_nll_win_over_edmonton_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Rush hadn't seen Mike Accursi since they dealt him to the Buffalo Bandits. After his performance Thursday, they won't be in a hurry to see him again.Accursi led the way... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 00:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>West Fraser Timber to take week-long shutdowns at five plants</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090129/55979__west_fraser_timber_to_take_week_long_shutdowns_at_five_plants_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (TSX:WFT) said Thursday that it will take week-long shutdowns starting Feb. 9 at five B.C. sawmills followed by temporary reduced work weeks.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 23:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ConjuChem losses deepen to $10.9 million in Q4; reins in full-year losses</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090129/55956__conjuchem_losses_deepen_to_10_9_million_in_q4_reins_in_full_year_losses_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - ConjuChem Biotechnologies Inc. (TSX:CJB) posted a deeper fourth-quarter net loss of $10.9 million, but also managed to reduce its loss for the full year.The company said that for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 18:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nortel Networks getting out of WiMax business, ends joint venture</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090129/55955__nortel_networks_getting_out_of_wimax_business_ends_joint_venture_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Nortel Networks Corp. (TSX:NT) said Thursday that it is getting out of the mobile WiMax business an ending its joint venture with Alvarion Ltd.Nortel, which is restructuring under court... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 18:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sierra Wireless cutting 56 jobs or roughly 10 per cent of workforce</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090129/55947__sierra_wireless_cutting_56_jobs_or_roughly_10_per_cent_of_workforce_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX:SW) said Thursday it was cutting about 56 jobs or roughly 10 per cent of its workforce.The Vancouver-based company said it expects to incur a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 18:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Judge sentences former Agnico-Eagle exec to 45 days in jail or insider trading</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090129/55944__judge_sentences_former_agnico_eagle_exec_to_45_days_in_jail_or_insider_trading_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A former vice-president for Agnico-Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX:AEM) has been fined $200,000 and handed a 45-day jail sentence for illegal insider trading.Barry Landen, who had been... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAW union prepares for talks with Detroit Three auto makers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090129/55937__caw_union_prepares_for_talks_with_detroit_three_auto_makers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian Auto Workers union is getting ready for new talks with General Motors, Ford and Chrysler.The Canadian government has offered billions to help the Detroit Three automakers,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Talisman Energy names two top executive VPs, moving from TNK-BP</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090129/55922__talisman_energy_names_two_top_executive_vps_moving_from_tnk_bp_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Talisman Energy Inc. (TSX:TLM) has hired two top executives formerly with the TNK-BP joint venture in Russia.Paul Smith becomes executive vice-president of Talisman's western... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Iamgold 2009 production to fall 12 per cent; taking $90M-plus charge on Buckreef</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090129/55917__iamgold_2009_production_to_fall_12_per_cent_taking_90m_plus_charge_on_buckreef_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Iamgold Corp. (TSX:IMG) just missed being a million-ounce producer in 2008, but production is set to decline 12 per cent this year, largely on the sale of the Sleeping Giant mine in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;Working on a Dream&quot; by Bruce Springsteen tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090129/55914__hmv_canada_quot_working_on_a_dream_quot_by_bruce_springsteen_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending Jan. 28.CDs1 Working on a Dream - Bruce Springsteen 2 Greatest Hits - Bruce Springsteen and the E... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 13:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Many commodities have had their biggest price decline in decades: Scotiabank</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090129/55897__many_commodities_have_had_their_biggest_price_decline_in_decades_scotiabank_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Many of Canada's major commodities had the biggest "boom to bust" swing since at least the early 1970s and prices will likely continue to fall, although at a lower pace, a Scotiabank... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 11:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quadra Mining raises Robinson copper production forecast by seven per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090129/55883__quadra_mining_raises_robinson_copper_production_forecast_by_seven_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Quadra Mining Ltd. (TSX:QUA) said Thursday it has changed its operating plan at the Robinson mine in Ely, Nev., and raised planned copper production this year by seven per cent.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;Through Black Spruce&quot; by Joseph Boyden tops Maclean's fiction list for the week ending Jan. 27</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090129/55880___quot_through_black_spruce_quot_by_joseph_boyden_tops_maclean_s_fiction_list_for_the_week_ending_jan_27_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 hardcover fiction and non-fiction books in Canada for the week ending Jan. 27 compiled by Maclean's magazine.FICTION 1 (1) Through Black Spruce - Joseph Boyden2 (3)... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 10:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;Eclipse&quot; by Stephenie Meyer tops Amazon.ca books list for the week ending Jan. 27</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090129/55879___quot_eclipse_quot_by_stephenie_meyer_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_for_the_week_ending_jan_27_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the 10 bestselling fiction and non-fiction books in Canada for the week ending Jan. 27 from Amazon.ca FICTION1 (2) Eclipse - Stephenie Meyer (hardcover)2 (1) Breaking Dawn -... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 10:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TransAlta Q4 profit falls to $94M from year-earlier $130M; dividend increased</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090129/55874__transalta_q4_profit_falls_to_94m_from_year_earlier_130m_dividend_increased_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - TransAlta Corp. (TSX:TA) said its fourth-quarter earnings took a hit from a series of outages at its Alberta Thermal electrical power division, but the company was able to produce record... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 17:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Oil Sands Trust units down after company cuts distribution</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090129/55872__canadian_oil_sands_trust_units_down_after_company_cuts_distribution_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Oil Sands Trust (TSX:COS.UN) units fell nearly three per cent on the TSX on Thursday after the company reported weaker profits and cut its distribution sharply.Trust units... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 09:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tembec fiscal 2009 first quarter losses flat at $60 million on lower sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090129/55871__tembec_fiscal_2009_first_quarter_losses_flat_at_60_million_on_lower_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Forestry company Tembec Inc. (TSX:TMB) reported flat losses for the latest quarter at $60 milllion as the company booked a big currency loss.Sales for the three months ended December... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 09:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Industrial products, raw materials prices drop in December</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090129/55865__industrial_products_raw_materials_prices_drop_in_december_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Industrial Product Price Index declined 1.9 per cent and the Raw Materials Price Index fell 15.4 per cent in December from a month earlier, as petroleum prices continued to move... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 09:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090129/55831__wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With Jose Calderon back in the lineup, the Toronto Raptors are hoping the second half of the season is a lot better than the first.Calderon had 17 points and 11 assists and the Raptors escaped... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 01:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090129/55830__wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Jarome Iginla is used to having a lock on the Calgary Flames' goal-scoring lead. This season, he has some serious competition.Mike Cammalleri continued his torrid scoring stretch with three more... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 01:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Preds' potent power play extends Canucks' home losing streak</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090129/55829__preds_potent_power_play_extends_canucks_home_losing_streak_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Nashville Predators missed Steve Sullivan, and nowhere is that more evident then on their suddenly potent power play.Returning to NHL action after missing a year and a half... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 02:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cammalleri scores three times in Flames' 5-2 triumph over Sabres</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090129/55824__cammalleri_scores_three_times_in_flames_5_2_triumph_over_sabres_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The all-star break did little to cool down Michael Cammalleri.The Calgary forward continued his torrid scoring stretch with three more goals as the Flames downed the Buffalo Sabres 5-2... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Methanex reports Q4 loss of US$3.1 million on inventory writedown</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090128/55818__methanex_reports_q4_loss_of_us_3_1_million_on_inventory_writedown_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Methanex Corp. (TSX:MX) reported Wednesday a loss in its fourth quarter as the methanol producer took a US$33.4-million charge to writedown the value of its inventory.The company... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 21:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cash Store Financial reports Q2 profit of $4.3 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090128/55814__cash_store_financial_reports_q2_profit_of_4_3_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Cash Store Financial Services Inc. (TSX:CSF) reported Wednesday a 72 per cent increase in quarterly profit compared with a year ago,The payday loan company said it earned $4.3 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 20:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Erica Morningstar and Boris Bakovic named CIS athletes of the week</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090128/55811__erica_morningstar_and_boris_bakovic_named_cis_athletes_of_the_week_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - University of Calgary swimmer Erica Morningstar was named Canadian Interuniversity female athlete of the week Wednesday while Ryerson basketball player Boris Bakovic was named top male... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 20:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Oil Sands Trust reports Q4 profit of $124 million, cuts distributions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090128/55807__canadian_oil_sands_trust_reports_q4_profit_of_124_million_cuts_distributions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Falling crude oil prices pushed Canadian Oil Sands Trust (TSX:COS.UN) profits down sharply in the fourth quarter, prompting the trust to cut its distributions.The trust said Wednesday it... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 19:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Sugar Income Fund earnings fall to $73,000 from $18.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090128/55797__rogers_sugar_income_fund_earnings_fall_to_73_000_from_18_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Rogers Sugar Income Fund (TSX:RSI.UN), Canada's largest sugar producer, reported its net profits in the fiscal 2009 first quarter fell to $73,000 from $18.5 million for the same year... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>The Keg Royalties Income Fund reports Q4 sales up 7.3 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090128/55796__the_keg_royalties_income_fund_reports_q4_sales_up_7_3_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Keg Royalties Income Fund (TSX:KEG.UN), which operates Keg Restaurants Ltd., said fourth-quarter sales rose 7.3 per cent.The fund said sales came in at $116.8 million for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAW membership rejects tentative deal with Air Canada, Aeroplan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090128/55794__caw_membership_rejects_tentative_deal_with_air_canada_aeroplan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - CAW members at Air Canada (TSX:AC.A) have overwhelmingly rejected a tentative agreement that was reached two weeks ago by their union negotiators and the country's largest airline.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Auto analyst says 500 Canadian car dealerships will close over next five years</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090128/55768__auto_analyst_says_500_canadian_car_dealerships_will_close_over_next_five_years_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Auto industry analyst Dennis DesRosiers says he expects 500 car dealerships in Canada to close over the next five years.Despite $12 billion in yesterday's federal budget to help... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TMX Group Q4 profit up 61 per cent to $49M; revenue up 36 per cent on MX merger</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090128/55767__tmx_group_q4_profit_up_61_per_cent_to_49m_revenue_up_36_per_cent_on_mx_merger_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - TMX Group Inc. (TSX:X) still sees to room to grow despite the slump in the financial industry, after a 61 per cent rise in fourth-quarter profit to $49 million.Canada's dominant... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Anber to work Ngoudjo's corner for IBF title match after Michel withdraws</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090128/55752__anber_to_work_ngoudjo_s_corner_for_ibf_title_match_after_michel_withdraws_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Trainer-broadcaster Russ Anber will be the third man in Herman Ngoudjo's corner for his IBF light welterweight title bout with Juan Urango.It was announced Wednesday morning that... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 21:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Menew to appear on 'Late Show with David Letterman' tonight</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090128/55750__canada_s_menew_to_appear_on_late_show_with_david_letterman_tonight_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Canadian rockers Menew won a coveted spot on the "Late Show with David Letterman."The Flamborough, Ont., trio recently released its third album, "Of the Future."The Letterman slot on... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 21:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petro-Canada still working to determine cause of Edmonton refinery explosion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090128/55741__petro_canada_still_working_to_determine_cause_of_edmonton_refinery_explosion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SHERWOOD PARK, Alta. - Petro-Canada (TSX:PCA) says it has isolated the processing unit at an Edmonton refinery where an explosion occurred Tuesday night, but it's too soon to say whether production... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 11:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian dollar gains more than a penny against US$ on morning after budget</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090128/55728__canadian_dollar_gains_more_than_a_penny_against_us_on_morning_after_budget_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian dollar gained about three quarters of a cent against the American dollar Wednesday as traders digested the new federal budget and awaited the latest move from the U.S.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 16:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Railpower cuts workforce by more than a third, or 50 jobs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090128/55727__railpower_cuts_workforce_by_more_than_a_third_or_50_jobs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BROSSARD, Que. - Railpower Technologies Corp. (TSX:P) says it's cutting its workforce by 37 cent - or 50 jobs - to 84 employees from 134, as part of the rail locomotive company's previously... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 10:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090128/55700__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ David Krejci's overtime bank shot off a defender's leg gave Boston a victory over its closest competitors in the Eastern Conference.For the Washington Capitals, things could have been a lot worse.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Edmonton Oilers bounce back from ugly loss with 3-1 win over Minnesota Wild</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090131/55699__edmonton_oilers_bounce_back_from_ugly_loss_with_3_1_win_over_minnesota_wild_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers followed their worst defensive game of the season with one of their best.Dwayne Roloson stopped 29 shots as the Oilers downed the Minnesota Wild 3-1 Friday night,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 02:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jamie Langenbrunner notches a pair in Devils' 4-1 win over Sens</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090127/55697__jamie_langenbrunner_notches_a_pair_in_devils_4_1_win_over_sens_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators returned from the all-star break Tuesday night, but in the opinion of Craig Hartsburg, they certainly didn't bring their best effort with them."Never won a battle,"... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 23:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Smurfit-Stone granted relief from U.S. court as part of Chapter 11 filing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090127/55685__smurfit_stone_granted_relief_from_u_s_court_as_part_of_chapter_11_filing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHICAGO - Smurfit-Stone Container Corp., the largest producer of cardboard box materials in North America, said a U.S. bankruptcy court has granted it relief as part of its filing for... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 20:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OSC approves settlement agreements with two Biovail executives</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090127/55679__osc_approves_settlement_agreements_with_two_biovail_executives_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario Securities Commission has approved settlement agreements with two of the four men caught up in Biovail Corp.'s (TSX:BVF) accounting and reporting scandal.The agreements are... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 19:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Nortel staff call for telecom giant to resume suspended severance payouts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090127/55678__former_nortel_staff_call_for_telecom_giant_to_resume_suspended_severance_payouts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Former employees of Nortel Networks Corp. (TSX:NT) are urging the company to restore severance payouts that were suspended when the telecom equipment maker got court protection from its... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 19:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Most actively traded companies on Canadian stock markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090127/55663__most_actively_traded_companies_on_canadian_stock_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Some of the most active companies traded Tuesday on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the TSX Venture Exchange:Toronto Stock Exchange (8,759.63 up 103.12 points): Oilexco Inc. (TSX:OIL).... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec provincial and RCMP join forces to fight crime in the art world</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090127/55662__quebec_provincial_and_rcmp_join_forces_to_fight_crime_in_the_art_world_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Quebec provincial police and the RCMP have joined forces to track down criminals who dabble in the art world.The two police forces have set up the only team in Canada that specializes... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Taxes take huge bite out of Indigo's bottom line in Q3; sales rise 2.3 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090127/55660__taxes_take_huge_bite_out_of_indigo_s_bottom_line_in_q3_sales_rise_2_3_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX: IDG) says sales rose 2.3 per cent in the third quarter but profit fell by nearly half due to higher taxesThe retailer said profit for the period ended... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>World Wide Minerals still pursuing US$4-billion case against Kazakhstan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090127/55658__world_wide_minerals_still_pursuing_us_4_billion_case_against_kazakhstan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - More than a decade after its understanding with the Republic of Kazakhstan collapsed into acrimony and eight years after being delisted from the Toronto Stock Exchange, World Wide... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ainsworth permanently closes two Minnesota mills</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090127/55655__ainsworth_permanently_closes_two_minnesota_mills_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd. (TSX:ANS) says it will permanently close two Minnesota-based mills, effective immediately.The oriented strand board (OSB) mills, located in Cook and... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 16:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Unionized port workers and BCMEA to resume talks in mid-February</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090127/55647__unionized_port_workers_and_bcmea_to_resume_talks_in_mid_february_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Unionized port workers in British Columbia and their employers will resume talks next month aimed at avoiding a strike that could halt imports and exports through the Pacific... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 15:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Titanium Corp. widens net loss in 2009 first quarter to $1.1 million from $749,970</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090127/55645__titanium_corp_widens_net_loss_in_2009_first_quarter_to_1_1_million_from_749_970_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Titanium Corp. Inc. (TSXV:TIC), a Toronto junior developing ways to recover heavy metals and bitumen from tailings waste at northern Alberta projects, widened its net loss in the 2009... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 15:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Polar Star Mining rebel CEO claims majority shareholder support to remove board</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090127/55643__polar_star_mining_rebel_ceo_claims_majority_shareholder_support_to_remove_board_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The chief executive of Polar Star Mining Corp. (TSXV:PSR) says he has gathered a majority of shareholders seeking a meeting to overturn the junior company's board, chaired by mining... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 15:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Volvo laying off 650 at Virginia truck plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090127/55642__volvo_laying_off_650_at_virginia_truck_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DUBLIN, Va. - Swedish vehicle manufacturer Volvo has announced permanent layoffs of 650 workers at its truck assembly plant in Dublin, Va.Volvo Trucks North America said Tuesday it will lay off 40... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 15:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AlarmForce rings up 19 per cent 2008 revenue rise; profit doubles to $2.6M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090127/55637__alarmforce_rings_up_19_per_cent_2008_revenue_rise_profit_doubles_to_2_6m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - AlarmForce Industries Inc. (TSX:AF) has doubled its annual profit to $2.6 million as revenue increased 19 per cent to $29.9 million.Canada's largest provider of home alarms said Tuesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oilexco, with main subsidiary insolvent, unable to explain stock surge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090127/55635__oilexco_with_main_subsidiary_insolvent_unable_to_explain_stock_surge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Oilexco Inc. (TSX:OIL), with its main operating subsidiary insolvent, said Tuesday it "is not aware of any corporate developments that would be impacting the trading of its stock."... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video Top 10 game rentals list per platform</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090127/55633__blockbuster_video_top_10_game_rentals_list_per_platform_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Jan. 25.Playstation 31 Skate 22 Call of Duty: World at War3 Lord of the Rings: Conquest4... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video: 'Max Payne' tops DVD rentals list; 'Saw V' number one in sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090127/55632__blockbuster_video_max_payne_tops_dvd_rentals_list_saw_v_number_one_in_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Jan. 25.DVD RENTALS1 Max Payne2 My Best Friend's Girl3 Righteous Kill4 Pineapple Express5 Appaloosa... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kiss frontman Gene Simmons looks to sign Canadian bands to Simmons Records</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090127/55619__kiss_frontman_gene_simmons_looks_to_sign_canadian_bands_to_simmons_records_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fledgling indie rock bands, Kiss frontman Gene Simmons wants you.That is, assuming you are Canadian. The legendary rocker is now soliciting electronic video demos from unsigned Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 12:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>N.S. pension review urges all plan promises be fully funded and transparent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090127/55602__n_s_pension_review_urges_all_plan_promises_be_fully_funded_and_transparent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Legislation and regulations governing pension plans in Nova Scotia could be in for a major overhaul if government acts on a report released by a review panel today.The panel is... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 11:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thompson Creek Metals curbs 2009 production levels amid flagging markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090127/55600__thompson_creek_metals_curbs_2009_production_levels_amid_flagging_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Molybdenum producer Thompson Creek Metals Co. (TSX:TCM) says it's reducing production targets for 2009 amid waning demand for its primary commodity.The company said Tuesday it expects to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ballard Power forecasts 15 to 30 per cent revenue growth in '09; shares soar</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090127/55598__ballard_power_forecasts_15_to_30_per_cent_revenue_growth_in_09_shares_soar_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Fuel cell developer Ballard Power Systems (TSX:BLD) is forecasting revenue growth of 15 to 30 per cent this year, carried by sales of forklift powerplants and backup electricity... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>EI recipients rise in November</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090127/55597__ei_recipients_rise_in_november_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada reports that 506,320 Canadians received regular Employment Insurance benefits in November; that's 15,300 - or 3.1 per cent - more than in October.The agency says the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 10:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Central Sun Mining gets higher rival takeover bid from B2Gold, topping Linear Gold offer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090127/55595__central_sun_mining_gets_higher_rival_takeover_bid_from_b2gold_topping_linear_gold_offer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Vancouver-based B2Gold Corp. has made a rival takeover bid for Central Sun Mining Inc. (TSX:CSM), a junior miner with operations in Central America, topping an earlier offer from... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 10:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dorel buys Belgian baby products company for US$5.3 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090127/55586__dorel_buys_belgian_baby_products_company_for_us_5_3_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Car seat and bicycle maker Dorel Industries Inc. (TSX:DII.B) is buying a Belgian baby products and accessories company for US$5.3 million.The Montreal-based company said Tuesday that... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 09:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Drug maker QLT Inc. values share buyback at $50 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090127/55580__drug_maker_qlt_inc_values_share_buyback_at_50_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Eye drug firm QLT Inc. (TSX:QLT) is buying back 26.8 per cent of its own stock for US$50 million, the company said Tuesday after the close of a previously announced plan to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 09:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CD releases for the week of Jan. 27</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090127/55578__cd_releases_for_the_week_of_jan_27_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here's a list of some new CD releases for the week of Jan. 27:Bee Gees - "Odessa" (Deluxe Edition)Andrew Bird - "Noble Beast"The Bird and The Bee - "Ray Guns are not Just the Future"Mariah... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 08:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DVD releases scheduled for the coming weeks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090127/55577__dvd_releases_scheduled_for_the_coming_weeks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A look at some DVDs scheduled to be released in the weeks ahead.For the week of Jan. 25-3110 Dead MenAbraham Lincoln: His Life and LegacyAdam Clayton PowellAgatha Christie's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 08:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 films in Canada from Jan. 23-25</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090127/55565__top_10_films_in_canada_from_jan_23_25_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Top 10 films in Canada for the weekend of Jan. 23-25 ranked by box office receipts:1. "Paul Blart: Mall Cop" - $1,948,6552. "Underworld: Rise of the Lycans" - $1,713,6833. "Slumdog Millionaire"... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xbox 360's 'Lord of the Rings: Conquest' tops the Rogers Video game rental list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090127/55564__xbox_360_s_lord_of_the_rings_conquest_tops_the_rogers_video_game_rental_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals (all platforms) according to Rogers Video for the period ending Jan. 25.1 Lord of the Rings: Conquest (Xbox 360)2 Skate 2 (Xbox 360)3 Call of Duty: World... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Video: Max Payne tops both rentals and sales lists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090127/55563__rogers_video_max_payne_tops_both_rentals_and_sales_lists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Rogers Video for the period ending Jan. 25.DVD RENTALS1 Max Payne2 My Best Friend's Girl3 Appaloosa4 Righteous Kill5 Pineapple Express6 Saw V7... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 07:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090127/55554__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Shaq is having fun, and that's depressing news for his opponents.Shaquille O'Neal scored 29 points and the Phoenix Suns wrapped up a six-game East Coast swing Monday night with a 103-87 win over... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 02:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Singers Serena Ryder and Florence K to tour Canada together</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090126/55541__singers_serena_ryder_and_florence_k_to_tour_canada_together_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Folk-rockers Serena Ryder and Florence K will be teaming up for a series of shows in March and April.Ryder will open for Florence K at shows at the Montreal Casino between March 4 and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 20:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Timminco to raise $25 million in private placement with investors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090126/55530__timminco_to_raise_25_million_in_private_placement_with_investors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Timminco Ltd. (TSX:TIM) said Monday that it has signed a deal to raise $25 million in a private placement of 7.04 million shares at $3.55 per share.Under the deal, Timminco's controlling... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 20:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saputo Inc. fined $24,000 for violating Quebec's Consumer Protection Act</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090126/55529__saputo_inc_fined_24_000_for_violating_quebec_s_consumer_protection_act_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SAINT-JEROME, Que. - Cheese maker Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP) was fined $24,000 after pleading guilty Monday to 12 counts of violating the Consumer Protection Act.The sentence was handed down at a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 20:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Locked-out Journal de Montreal employees vote in favour of strike</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090126/55528__locked_out_journal_de_montreal_employees_vote_in_favour_of_strike_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Locked-out employees at Le Journal de Montreal voted overwhelmingly in favour of a strike Monday.The strike mandate comes three days after Quebecor Media (TSX:QBR) locked out the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 19:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Human rights tribunal finds Air Canada discriminated against disabled passenger</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090126/55525__human_rights_tribunal_finds_air_canada_discriminated_against_disabled_passenger_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Canadian Human Rights Tribunal has ordered Air Canada (TSX:AC.A) to pay a deaf and partially blind Vancouver man $10,000 for insisting he fly accompanied when he wanted to fly... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 20:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tembec extends down time for mill in Matane, affecting 120 people</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090126/55518__tembec_extends_down_time_for_mill_in_matane_affecting_120_people_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TEMISCAMING, Que. - Tembec Inc. (TSX:TMB) said Monday it will indefinitely extend a shutdown at its pulp mill in Matane, Que., affecting 120 employees, and idle three mills in France for two to... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 18:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians change their minds on deficit spending, now say good thing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090126/55517__canadians_change_their_minds_on_deficit_spending_now_say_good_thing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadians are coming around to the idea of massive federal deficits.The latest Canadian Press-Harris-Decima survey finds that a strong majority of 58 per cent now support the government's... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 17:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>No Cda workers affected by GM layoffs, but production halt will be extended</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090126/55498__no_cda_workers_affected_by_gm_layoffs_but_production_halt_will_be_extended_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - General Motors will idle a production line that makes Impala sedans in Oshawa, Ont., for an extra week as part of a continued effort to align production with slumping market demand.GM... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 18:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of Montreal shutting banking locations inside supermarkets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090126/55496__bank_of_montreal_shutting_banking_locations_inside_supermarkets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) is cashing out of its in-store banking program, shutting 107 small outlets in supermarkets.The bank said Monday that most of the locations are to close in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 15:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ex-Montreal pastor gets five years in prison for sex with 10-year-old girl</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090126/55470__ex_montreal_pastor_gets_five_years_in_prison_for_sex_with_10_year_old_girl_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A Montreal man who described himself as a pastor has been sentenced to five years in prison for sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl he claims was his wife.Daniel Cormier, 57,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 12:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CIBC joins preferred-share parade: $200M-plus paying 6.5 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090126/55457__cibc_joins_preferred_share_parade_200m_plus_paying_6_5_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) has joined the parade of Canadian banks issuing preferred shares to bulk up capital buffers.CIBC said Monday it is issuing $200 million of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 10:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tree Island appoints two new trustees, including Amar Doman</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090130/55440__tree_island_appoints_two_new_trustees_including_amar_doman_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Tree Island Wire Income Fund (TSX:TIL.UN) said Friday that Futura Corp. executives Amar Doman and Harry Rosenfeld have been appointed to its board of trustees.Futura, the fund's... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 20:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Poor economy, drop in confidence cause dip in house prices, says Royal LePage</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090126/55439__poor_economy_drop_in_confidence_cause_dip_in_house_prices_says_royal_lepage_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The economic slump and a drop in consumer confidence caused house prices to dip during fourth quarter, according to the latest figures from Royal LePage.It says the real estate market in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 07:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Smurfit Stone files for reorganization in U.S. and Canadian courts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090126/55422__smurfit_stone_files_for_reorganization_in_u_s_and_canadian_courts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Smurfit Stone Container Corp. (NASDAQ;SSCC) said Monday it was filing for reorganization in the U.S. and its Canadian subsidiaries planned to follow suit in an Ontario court.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 02:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Omischl wins gold in World Cup aerials; Shouldice hospitalized after crash</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090125/55412__omischl_wins_gold_in_world_cup_aerials_shouldice_hospitalized_after_crash_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STE-ADELE, Que. - Canadian aerialist Steve Omischl is back doing what he's grown accustomed to - winning.The defending World Cup men's aerials champion from North Bay, Ont., won gold at a World... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 20:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Union lashes out at Air Canada over latest round of job cuts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090125/55372__union_lashes_out_at_air_canada_over_latest_round_of_job_cuts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The union that represents Air Canada's 5,700 flight attendants is accusing the airline of spoiling for a fight with its latest round of job cuts.Paul Moist, president of the Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 12:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jeff Shattler leads Calgary to fourth-straight victory, 16-13 over Stealth</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090125/55349__jeff_shattler_leads_calgary_to_fourth_straight_victory_16_13_over_stealth_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The Calgary Roughnecks are off to their best start in franchise history, and Saturday night it was Jeff Shattler's turn in the spotlight.Shattler's first two goals of the season were... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 06:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090125/55347__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With Andrea Bargnani's recent excellent play, centre Jermaine O'Neal has become a very expensive bench player in Toronto. That's OK with him, as long as the Raptors keep winning.Chris Bosh had 31... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Benesch's three goals, four assists lead Rush to 11-9 win over Mammoth</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090125/55346__benesch_s_three_goals_four_assists_lead_rush_to_11_9_win_over_mammoth_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DENVER - Ryan Benesch broke out for three goals and four assists, while Dan Teat added three goals and three assists as the Edmonton Rush defeated the Colorado Mammoth 11-9 on Saturday night in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dobbie and Malawsky each score hat tricks as Roughnecks edge Stealth 16-13</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090125/55345__dobbie_and_malawsky_each_score_hat_tricks_as_roughnecks_edge_stealth_16_13_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Dane Dobbie and Curt Malawsky scored three goals each and Jeff Shattler had a pair of critical goals in the fourth quarter as the Calgary Roughnecks remained unbeaten Saturday night with... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Anderson wins gold in parallel giant slalom at snowboard world championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090124/55340__anderson_wins_gold_in_parallel_giant_slalom_at_snowboard_world_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GANGWON, South Korea - Jasey-Jay Anderson of Mont-Tremblant, Que., won gold in the parallel giant slalom Saturday as Canada capped the Snowboard World Championships with a third-place finish in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 23:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian men sweep podium at World Cup freestyle moguls event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090124/55321__canadian_men_sweep_podium_at_world_cup_freestyle_moguls_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STE-ADELE, Que. - Vincent Marquis of Quebec City led Canada's first-ever sweep of the men's moguls podium at a freestyle skiing World Cup on Saturday.Marquis scored 25.77 to capture gold in frigid... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 17:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Morrison wins gold, Nesbitt takes bronze at World Cup speedskating meet</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090124/55302__morrison_wins_gold_nesbitt_takes_bronze_at_world_cup_speedskating_meet_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KOLOMNA, Russia - Canadian speedskater Denny Morrison captured his first World Cup victory Saturday, winning the 1,000 metres and setting a track record in the process.Christine Nesbitt of London,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 17:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090124/55283__friday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ After losing seven in a row, the Toronto Raptors played like a complete team again with the return of Jose Calderon.Calderon had 23 points on 9-of-10 shooting and added 10 assists to help the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 05:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Burtnyk, Martin, Stoughton earn top seeds at Canadian Open curling event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090124/55266__burtnyk_martin_stoughton_earn_top_seeds_at_canadian_open_curling_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - World champion Kevin Martin of Edmonton is the top seed for the BDO Classic Canadian Open curling playoffs after capping an unbeaten round-robin with two more victories Friday.Martin,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 00:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Little Big Planet' leads video game nominations; Ubisoft Montreal also honoured</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090123/55259___little_big_planet_leads_video_game_nominations_ubisoft_montreal_also_honoured_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALABASAS, Calif. - "Little Big Planet" led all titles with 10 nominations for the 12th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards honouring video game achievement.The Sony Computer Entertainment... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Most actively traded companies on Canadian stock markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090123/55253__most_actively_traded_companies_on_canadian_stock_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Some of the most active companies traded Friday on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the TSX Venture Exchange:Toronto Stock Exchange (8,627.97 up 141.41 points): Lundin Mining Corp.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's luge team captures World Cup silver medal in team relay</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090123/55236__canada_s_luge_team_captures_world_cup_silver_medal_in_team_relay_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ALTENBERG, Germany - Canada's luge team joined forces to capture a silver medal in a World Cup relay Friday.Calgary's Alex Gough, Sam Edney, and brothers Chris and Mike Moffat, finished just .748... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 14:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sovereignty group calls on Red Bull to give Quebec event a French name</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090123/55234__sovereignty_group_calls_on_red_bull_to_give_quebec_event_a_french_name_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A pro-French group in Montreal wants energy drink maker Red Bull to change the name of its annual "Crashed Ice" downhill skating event in Quebec City.The popular event, which takes... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 14:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Jan. 12-18</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090123/55232__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_jan_12_18_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Jan. 12-18: 1 "CSI" (CTV, Thursday) - 2,566,000 2 "American Idol" (CTV, Tuesday) - 2,472,000 3... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 13:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario Securities Commission appoints new director of enforcement</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090123/55230__ontario_securities_commission_appoints_new_director_of_enforcement_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario Securities Commission has appointed Tom Atkinson as its new its new director of enforcement.Atkinson was the founding president and CEO of Market Regulation Services Inc.,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 13:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alcatel-Lucent says it may sell its stake in Bridgewater Systems</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090123/55218__alcatel_lucent_says_it_may_sell_its_stake_in_bridgewater_systems_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Alcatel-Lucent Canada Inc. (NYSE:ALU) says it may sell its holdings in Bridgewater Systems Corp. (TSX:BWC) after a lock-up agreement between the two companies expired in mid December.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 10:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Red Back Mining strikes $150 million bought deal financing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090123/55213__red_back_mining_strikes_150_million_bought_deal_financing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Red Back Mining Inc. (TSX:RBI), a junior miner based in Vancouver, says it has struck a bought deal to raise up to $150 million.The company said Friday it will sell 20 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 09:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Jeff Batchelor wins silver at snowboarding halfpipe championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090123/55206__canadian_jeff_batchelor_wins_silver_at_snowboarding_halfpipe_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HOENGSEONG, South Korea - Canadian Jeff Batchelor bounced back from a poor first run to win silver in the halfpipe at the Snowboard World Championships on Friday.Japan's Ryoh Aono won in... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 09:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Daniel Nestor upset in second round at Australian Open</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090123/55202__canadian_daniel_nestor_upset_in_second_round_at_australian_open_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Melbourne, Australia - Canadian Daniel Nestor and Serbian partner Nenad Zimonjic exited the Australian Open on Friday after being upset 7-5, 6-4 by Lukasz Kubot of Poland and Oliver Marach of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 08:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Batchelor finishes second in halfpipe at snowboard world championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090123/55185__batchelor_finishes_second_in_halfpipe_at_snowboard_world_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HOENGSEONG, South Korea - Jeff Batchelor of Oakville, Ont., finished second in the men's halfpipe event at the snowboard world championships Friday.Batchelor took second with a score of 44.4... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 03:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Martin, Burtnyk remain undefeated at Canadian Open curling event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090123/55174__martin_burtnyk_remain_undefeated_at_canadian_open_curling_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Kerry Burtnyk knows that winning curling comes down to being good and being fortunate.The Winnipeg native has been both, which is why he's still unbeaten at the BDO Classic Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian show jumper Lamaze follows up stellar 2008 with another win</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090122/55162__canadian_show_jumper_lamaze_follows_up_stellar_2008_with_another_win_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WELLINGTON, Fla. - Olympic gold medallist and world No. 1 show jumper Eric Lamaze continued his winning ways Thursday, taking the US$30,000 Winter Equestrian Festival Challenge Cup.The Schomberg,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 22:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>De Rosario introduced by Toronto FC, signs new four-year contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090122/55144__de_rosario_introduced_by_toronto_fc_signs_new_four_year_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Toronto FC have signed newly acquired Canadian international Dwayne De Rosario to a new four-year contract.The 30-year-old attacking midfielder joined Toronto in a trade from the Houston... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 18:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal indie rock band the Arcade Fire plays show for Obama's staff</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090122/55141__montreal_indie_rock_band_the_arcade_fire_plays_show_for_obama_s_staff_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WASHINGTON - After spending the week celebrating the inauguration of U.S. President Barack Obama, his staff got another treat: a private show from Canadian indie rockers Arcade Fire and rap star... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>RioCan to acquire six properties from ING's Canadian portfolio</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090122/55110__riocan_to_acquire_six_properties_from_ing_s_canadian_portfolio_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) has agreed to pay $67.5 million for six retail properties in the Montreal area.The properties are owned by ING Real Estate Canada LP, an... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 14:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Richelieu earns $10.2 million in fourth-quarter as sales rise 4.7 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090122/55098__richelieu_earns_10_2_million_in_fourth_quarter_as_sales_rise_4_7_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Richelieu Hardware Inc. (TSX:RCH) recorded its 52nd consecutive quarter of earnings growth as fourth-quarter profits increased slightly to $10.24 million on higher sales.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian filmmakers come up empty-handed following Oscar nominations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090122/55096__canadian_filmmakers_come_up_empty_handed_following_oscar_nominations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian filmmakers have been shut out of this year's Oscar nominations.Montreal's "The Necessities of Life" had been on a short list of nine films in line for a foreign-language Oscar... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Outgoing Rio Tinto Alcan CEO Dick Evans appointed AbitibiBowater chairman</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090122/55090__outgoing_rio_tinto_alcan_ceo_dick_evans_appointed_abitibibowater_chairman_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Newspaper giant AbitibiBowater Inc. (TSX:ABH) has appointed outgoing Rio Tinto Alcan CEO Dick Evans as its chairman.Evans, 61, replaces John Weaver, who is retiring effective Feb. 1.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nova Chemicals shares rebound after assurance it can meet debt payment</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090122/55087__nova_chemicals_shares_rebound_after_assurance_it_can_meet_debt_payment_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shares of Nova Chemicals Corp. (TSX:NCX) rebounded Thursday after the company assured investors it has enough available cash and credit to meet a debt payment due this spring.Stock in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;The Fame&quot; by Lady GaGa tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090122/55086__hmv_canada_quot_the_fame_quot_by_lady_gaga_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending Jan. 21.CDs1 The Fame - Lady GaGa2 Freedom - Akon 3 Only by Night - Kings of Leon 4 808s and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Charges upgraded against man accused of attacking Noel Gallagher of Oasis</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090122/55083__charges_upgraded_against_man_accused_of_attacking_noel_gallagher_of_oasis_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Crown prosecutors have upgraded the charge against a man accused of attacking Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher at a Toronto music festival.Forty-seven-year-old Daniel Sullivan is now... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eldorado expects gold production to increase by up to nine per cent in 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090122/55074__eldorado_expects_gold_production_to_increase_by_up_to_nine_per_cent_in_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Eldorado Gold Corp. (TSX:ELD) said Thursday it expects to increase gold production by up to nine per cent in 2009.The company said it expects to produce between 325,000 and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 10:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Genco Resources CEO Gregory Liller leaves the Vancouver mining company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090122/55072__genco_resources_ceo_gregory_liller_leaves_the_vancouver_mining_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Genco Resources Ltd. (TSX:GGC), a junior Mexican miner based in Vancouver, says that CEO Gregory Liller has left the company, effective immediately.Liller will be replaced by... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 10:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;Through Black Spruce&quot; by Joseph Boyden tops Maclean's fiction list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090122/55071___quot_through_black_spruce_quot_by_joseph_boyden_tops_maclean_s_fiction_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 hardcover fiction and non-fiction books in Canada compiled by Maclean's magazine.FICTION 1 (1) Through Black Spruce - Joseph Boyden2 (6) A Mercy - Toni Morrison3... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 09:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Composite leading index slips in December</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090122/55068__composite_leading_index_slips_in_december_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The composite index fell 0.6 per cent in December, matching November's drop after three months of accelerating declines.Statistics Canada reports the losses remained concentrated in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 09:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;Breaking Dawn&quot; by Stephenie Meyer tops Amazon.ca books list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090122/55067___quot_breaking_dawn_quot_by_stephenie_meyer_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the 10 best selling fiction and non-fiction books for this week from Amazon.ca. Bracketed figures indicate position the previous week: FICTION1 (1) Breaking Dawn - Stephenie Meyer... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 09:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>St. John's, N.L., to host Juno Awards ceremony in April 2010</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090122/55063__st_john_s_n_l_to_host_juno_awards_ceremony_in_april_2010_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - The Juno Awards ceremony is returning to the Rock.Canada's premier music awards gala will be held in St. John's, N.L., in April 2010, eight years after the capital city first... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD and National Bank join rush to bulk up with issues of preferred shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090122/55057__td_and_national_bank_join_rush_to_bulk_up_with_issues_of_preferred_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's banks continue bulking up their capital cushions with issues of preferred shares.The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) said Thursday it has arranged a $200-million issue of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 08:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lundin Mining to permanently close Irish mine as zinc prices slide</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090122/55036__lundin_mining_to_permanently_close_irish_mine_as_zinc_prices_slide_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Lundin Mining Corp. (TSX:LUN) is accelerating plans to shut down a zinc mine in Ireland, leaving more than 200 people out of work.The Toronto-based international miner said early... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 10:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090203/55033__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Kobe Bryant was so dominant against the New York Knicks, the Madison Square Garden crowd didn't know whether to boo him or bask in his record-setting performance.Bryant had 61 points, the most in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 02:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Streaking Cammalleri scores twice as Flames beat Blue Jackets in shootout</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090122/55032__streaking_cammalleri_scores_twice_as_flames_beat_blue_jackets_in_shootout_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Todd Bertuzzi made a triumphant return to the Calgary Flames lineup on Wednesday night.Sidelined the past five games due to a hip flexor, the veteran winger scored the game-winning goal... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 03:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Martin, Stoughton cruise in opening matches at Canadian Open curling</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090122/55029__martin_stoughton_cruise_in_opening_matches_at_canadian_open_curling_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - One end was all Kevin Martin needed to get comfortable Wednesday night.The world champion scored three points with the hammer, then cruised to a 7-2 win over Tom Brewster of Scotland in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ACE Aviation delays special shareholders meeting to April 7</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090121/55018__ace_aviation_delays_special_shareholders_meeting_to_april_7_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - ACE Aviation Holdings Inc. (TSX:ACE.B) has postponed a special shareholders meeting to approve its plan to liquidate and dissolve the company, citing opposition to the proposal.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tarin Podloski and Gord Perrin win CIS athlete of the week awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090121/55002__tarin_podloski_and_gord_perrin_win_cis_athlete_of_the_week_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Alberta hockey player Tarin Podloski and Thompson Rivers volleyball player Gord Perrin won the CIS female and male athletes of the week awards on Wednesday.Podloski, a fourth-year... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Slumping economy prompts steelmaker Evraz to lay off 400 workers in Western Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090121/54995__slumping_economy_prompts_steelmaker_evraz_to_lay_off_400_workers_in_western_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Steelmaker Evraz confirmed Wednesday that it has issued layoff notices to about 400 employees across Western Canada because of the slumping economy.About 100 workers are being laid off in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal's 'The Ante,' Halifax's 'Treevenge' score at Utah film festivals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090121/54988__montreal_s_the_ante_halifax_s_treevenge_score_at_utah_film_festivals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A Montreal movie about a man's deadly gamble has scored a North American distribution deal at the Slamdance Film Festival.The dark comedy, "The Ante," is among the films screening at... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 16:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Security breach at U.S. payment processor didn't affect Canadian cardholders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090121/54977__security_breach_at_u_s_payment_processor_didn_t_affect_canadian_cardholders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A U.S.-based credit and debit card payment processor says it has closed the security hole in its computer network that may have exposed shoppers to one of the biggest data breaches on... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 15:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Bank and Scotiabank each to raise capital through share issues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090121/54971__royal_bank_and_scotiabank_each_to_raise_capital_through_share_issues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Both the Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) and Scotiabank (TSX:BNS) each announced Wednesday they plan to raise capital by issuing preferred shares.Royal and Scotiabank initially said they... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 19:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 films in Canada from Jan. 16-19</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090121/54957__top_10_films_in_canada_from_jan_16_19_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Top 10 films in Canada for the weekend of Jan. 16-19 ranked by box office receipts:1. "Paul Blart: Mall Cop" - $2,663,465 2. "Gran Torino" - $1,554,1323. "My Bloody Valentine 3-D" - $1,104,539... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 12:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wozniak to lead Canadian team at next month's Fed Cup tennis event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090121/54952__wozniak_to_lead_canadian_team_at_next_month_s_fed_cup_tennis_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Aleksandra Wozniak will lead Canada's team into its Americas Zone Group 1 Fed Cup tennis tie in Montreal next month.The Blainville, Que., native, Canada's top-ranked female player at No. 33 in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 12:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Veteran middle linebacker Barrin Simpson re-signs with Bombers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090121/54946__veteran_middle_linebacker_barrin_simpson_re_signs_with_bombers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - The Minister of Defence is staying put.Veteran middle linebacker Barrin Simpson re-signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Wednesday, thus ending off-season speculation about Simpson's... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 11:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Jan. 5-11</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090121/54943__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_jan_5_11_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Jan. 5-11: 1 "World Jr. Hockey game" (TSN, Monday) - 3,684,000 2 "Grey's Anatomy" (CTV, Thursday)... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 11:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Precision Drilling slashes monthly payout as rig demand falls off on low prices</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090121/54933__precision_drilling_slashes_monthly_payout_as_rig_demand_falls_off_on_low_prices_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Oilfield service company Precision Drilling Trust (TSX:PD.UN) has made a big cut in its monthly distribution as the firm bolsters its balance sheet and reduces debt.Precision Drilling's... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 09:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kinross Gold to raise US$360.5 million through share issue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090121/54926__kinross_gold_to_raise_us_360_5_million_through_share_issue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Kinross Gold Corp. (TSX:K) says it plans to raise up to US$360.5 million through an issue of 20.9 million common shares.Stock will be available at $17.25 a share. The Toronto-based miner... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 12:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wholesale sales fall in November</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090121/54923__wholesale_sales_fall_in_november_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Wholesale sales fell 1.6 per cent in November to $44.4 billion as decreases in four of seven sectors contributed to the third decline in four months.Statistics Canada reports the volume... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 09:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Haemacure more than doubles full-year loss to $8.8 million as revenue falls</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090121/54915__haemacure_more_than_doubles_full_year_loss_to_8_8_million_as_revenue_falls_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Biotechnology developer Haemacure Corp. (TSX:HAE) said Wednesday it would need to seek additional financing after reporting a drop in revenue and a fiscal 2008 loss that doubled from... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>African Copper places Mowana mine on care and maintenance due to capital deficit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/finance/business/20090121/54914__african_copper_places_mowana_mine_on_care_and_maintenance_due_to_capital_deficit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON - African Copper PLC (TSX:ACU) said Wednesday its working capital deficit has forced it to place the Mowana mine in Botswana on care and maintenance.The company, which is based in London... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090203/54898__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The St. Louis Blues wasted a chance to deal another blow to the struggling Detroit Red Wings, and no one felt worse about it than Manny Legace.Legace gave up three goals on just eight shots... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 03:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090121/54896__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Tim Duncan dominated the Indiana Pacers for three quarters, then joined the rest of San Antonio's starters for a much-deserved rest.Duncan scored 27 points and grabbed 10 rebounds and Manu... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090121/54895__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Tim Duncan dominated the Indiana Pacers for three quarters, then joined the rest of San Antonio's starters for a much-deserved rest.Duncan scored 27 points and grabbed 10 rebounds and Manu... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hemsky has four-point outburst as Oilers edge Blue Jackets 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090121/54891__hemsky_has_four_point_outburst_as_oilers_edge_blue_jackets_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers are heading into the all-star break on a high note, and they can thank Ales Hemsky for that.The 25-year-old Czech had two goals and two assists, including the game... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brendan Bell scores late winner in Senators 3-2 victory over Caps</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090120/54889__brendan_bell_scores_late_winner_in_senators_3_2_victory_over_caps_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Unlike Dany Heatley, Brendan Bell won't be going to the all-star game this weekend. But that didn't stop the Ottawa Senators' defenceman from giving his struggling team something to feel... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 23:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Energy Resources Conservation Board approves Petro-Canada upgrader, with conditions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54867__energy_resources_conservation_board_approves_petro_canada_upgrader_with_conditions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The Energy Resources Conservation Board (ERCB) has approved an application by Petro-Canada (TSX:PCA) to construct and operate its oilsands upgrader in Alberta's Sturgeon County.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blue Jays avoid arbitration with Frasor, Accardo and Bautista</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090120/54864__blue_jays_avoid_arbitration_with_frasor_accardo_and_bautista_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto Blue Jays agreed to one-year deals with infielder Jose Bautista and relievers Jason Frasor and Jeremy Accardo on Tuesday, avoiding arbitration with all three.Bautista, 28,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Winnipeg's Guy Maddin among top nominees for Cinema Eye honours</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090120/54863__winnipeg_s_guy_maddin_among_top_nominees_for_cinema_eye_honours_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Guy Maddin's bizarre, surreal tribute to the city of Winnipeg is one of the leading nominees for the Cinema Eye Awards."My Winnipeg" racked up six nominations for the prizes, which... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Environmental groups slam Ottawa's financial offer to Mackenzie project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54857__environmental_groups_slam_ottawa_s_financial_offer_to_mackenzie_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Federal dollars should not be going to the Mackenzie Gas Project, environmental groups said Tuesday, a day after Ottawa made a financial offer to the backers of the beleaguered Arctic... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>The Comedy Network launches user-generated website for cyber comedians</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090120/54852__the_comedy_network_launches_user_generated_website_for_cyber_comedians_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Comedy Network is inviting brave, budding comedians to take their acts online and face the wrath of critics.The homegrown comedy TV station has launched Upload Yours, a website in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 16:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Davie says its largest customer is reviewing options after credit recall</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54850__davie_says_its_largest_customer_is_reviewing_options_after_credit_recall_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LEVIS, Que. - Shipbuilder Davie Yards Inc. (TSX:DAV) said Tuesday its largest customer, Cecon ASA of Norway, has been advised that its lenders will be cancelling a US$200-million credit agreement.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Danier Leather same-store sales fall four per cent in most recent quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090120/54849__danier_leather_same_store_sales_fall_four_per_cent_in_most_recent_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Danier Leather Inc. (TSX:DL) says same-store sales fell four per cent in the most recent quarter due to weakened consumer confidence.The leather and suede clothing retailer said overall... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 16:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TransGlobe Energy expects production to rise by up to 22 per cent in 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54848__transglobe_energy_expects_production_to_rise_by_up_to_22_per_cent_in_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - TransGlobe Energy Corp. (TSX:TGL) says it expects 2009 production to increase by up to 22 per cent in 2009, including results from the new Hana West discovery in Egypt.The Calgary-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 16:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CD releases for the week of Jan. 20</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090120/54838__cd_releases_for_the_week_of_jan_20_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here's a list of some new CD releases for the week of Jan. 20: Antony and the Johnsons - "Crying Light"Bon Iver - "Blood Bank"Jonas Brothers - "Be Mine (EP)" Mindless Self Indulgence - "Evening... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Film showcase features controversial work of Jean-Daniel Lafond</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090120/54837__film_showcase_features_controversial_work_of_jean_daniel_lafond_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A Canadian Film Institute retrospective of filmmaker Jean-Daniel Lafond will include a documentary which raised controversy for apparently showing his wife, Gov. Gen. Michaelle Jean,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>March Networks cuts 7 per cent of workforce, management take pay cut</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54832__march_networks_cuts_7_per_cent_of_workforce_management_take_pay_cut_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - March Networks (TSX:MN) is cutting seven per cent of its workforce and all executives and staff of the Internet video and business analysis technology firm will take a six per cent pay... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sir Royalty Income Fund adds six restaurants to royalty pool</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54829__sir_royalty_income_fund_adds_six_restaurants_to_royalty_pool_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURLINGTON, Ont. - Five Jack Astors restaurants and one Canyon Creek restaurant have been added to the pool that provides revenues for the Sir Royalty Income Fund (TSX:SRV.UN).The six new Toronto... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 13:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TVI Pacific signs US$29.9 million term loan facility with Asian lenders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54826__tvi_pacific_signs_us_29_9_million_term_loan_facility_with_asian_lenders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - TVI Pacific Inc. (TSX:TVI), a Calgary-based miner with operations in the Philippines, says the company and its affiliate have signed a US$29.9 million term loan with Asian lenders in a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 14:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DVD releases scheduled for the coming weeks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090120/54821__dvd_releases_scheduled_for_the_coming_weeks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A look at some DVDs scheduled to be released in the weeks ahead.For the week of Jan. 18-24The Adventures of Walker and Ping PingAmerican EastAmusement Another Man's GardenBerenstain... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto dancer Jason Reilly returns home to join National Ballet of Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090120/54817__toronto_dancer_jason_reilly_returns_home_to_join_national_ballet_of_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian dancer Jason Reilly is returning home from a 12-year stint in Europe.The Toronto-born talent has joined the National Ballet of Canada as a principal dancer for the 2009/10... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Catalyst Paper to shut down B.C. paper machine indefinitely, lay off 50 employees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54814__catalyst_paper_to_shut_down_b_c_paper_machine_indefinitely_lay_off_50_employees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - Catalyst Paper (TSX:CTL) is reducing output at three of its mills, including at the Crofton No. 1 paper machine on Vancouver Island, where 50 employees will be laid off.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xbox 360's &quot;Call of Duty: World at War&quot; tops the Rogers Video game rental list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090120/54812__xbox_360_s_quot_call_of_duty_world_at_war_quot_tops_the_rogers_video_game_rental_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals (all platforms) according to Rogers Video for the period ending Jan. 18.1 Call of Duty: World at War (Xbox 360) 2 Lord of the Rings: Conquest (Xbox 360)3... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Video: &quot;My Best Friend's Girl&quot; top both rentals and sales lists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090120/54811__rogers_video_quot_my_best_friend_s_girl_quot_top_both_rentals_and_sales_lists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Rogers Video for the period ending Jan. 18.DVD RENTALS1 My Best Friend's Girl2 Appaloosa3 Pineapple Express4 Righteous Kill5 Mirrors6 Eagle Eye7... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video Top 10 game rentals list per platform</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090120/54810__blockbuster_video_top_10_game_rentals_list_per_platform_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Jan. 18.Playstation 31 Lord of the Rings: Conquest2 Call of Duty: World at War3 Resistance 2... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video: &quot;My Best Friend's Girl&quot; tops DVD rentals list; &quot;Appaloosa&quot; number one in sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090120/54808__blockbuster_video_quot_my_best_friend_s_girl_quot_tops_dvd_rentals_list_quot_appaloosa_quot_number_one_in_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Jan. 18.DVD RENTALS1 My Best Friend's Girl2 Pineapple Express3 Righteous Kill4 Appaloosa5 Bangkok... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto Rock fire coaching staff, name Batley new coach</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090120/54803__toronto_rock_fire_coaching_staff_name_batley_new_coach_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The struggling Toronto Rock are making major changes early in the 2009 National Lacrosse League season.After opening the season with a 1-2 record, the team fired head coach Glenn Clark,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aecon Group subsidiary wins two contracts worth $20 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090120/54800__aecon_group_subsidiary_wins_two_contracts_worth_20_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Aecon Group Inc. (TSX:ARE) said Tuesday its subsidiary, Innovative Steam Technologies, has been awarded two contracts valued at more than $20 million.The wholly-owned subsidiary of one... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 11:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Seair says Denisson Industries is alleging patent infringement in Federal Court</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54795__seair_says_denisson_industries_is_alleging_patent_infringement_in_federal_court_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Seair Inc. (TSXV:SDS) said Tuesday that Denisson Industries Ltd. has filed a statement of claim against it in the Federal Court of Canada alleging patent infringement."Based on... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 10:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>BMO takes over from troubled Icelandic bank as lender to High Liner Foods</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54794__bmo_takes_over_from_troubled_icelandic_bank_as_lender_to_high_liner_foods_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LUNENBURG, N.S. - High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) said Tuesday the Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) has taken over from troubled Icelandic bank Landsbanki as a lender in High Liner's credit facility.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 10:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manufacturing sales fall for fourth straight month in November</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54785__manufacturing_sales_fall_for_fourth_straight_month_in_november_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Manufacturing sales fell 6.4 per cent to $48.4 billion in November, their lowest level since December 2004 and fourth straight monthly decline.Constant dollar manufacturing sales, which... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 09:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Anderson wins gold at snowboard world championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090120/54768__canada_s_anderson_wins_gold_at_snowboard_world_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HOENGSEONG, South Korea - Veteran racer Jasey-Jay Anderson captured a gold medal at the world snowboard championships Tuesday, securing his spot on the 2010 Canadian Olympic team.The native of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 11:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Oscar Peterson among CBC's playlist for Obama</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090120/54763__joni_mitchell_neil_young_oscar_peterson_among_cbc_s_playlist_for_obama_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Songs by Joni Mitchell, Oscar Peterson and Rush are among the Canadian tunes that should be on Barack Obama's playlist, according to CBC listeners.The list was compiled from submissions... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 03:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090120/54758__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Boston Celtics showed they have put their mid-season slump behind them with an emphatic win over Phoenix - their first victory over a team with a winning record in over a month.Rajon Rondo had... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 01:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090120/54757__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ If Brendan Shanahan has any rust left from his eight-month layoff, it didn't show Monday night.Shanahan's power-play goal 1:38 into the second period broke a scoreless tie and helped the New... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 01:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Late Jeff Healey the big winner at 12th annual Maple Blues Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090119/54745__late_jeff_healey_the_big_winner_at_12th_annual_maple_blues_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The late Jeff Healey was the big winner at the Maple Blues Awards.The Canadian blues guitarist and his band won seven out of 17 awards handed out at the Phoenix Concert Theatre on... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canfor to curtail various mills for one week; reducing production 29M board feet</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090119/54741__canfor_to_curtail_various_mills_for_one_week_reducing_production_29m_board_feet_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canfor Corp. (TSX:CFP) says it will curtail production at its various mills in British Columbia for one week, citing "the continued poor softwood lumber markets."Canfor, the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 19:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Tire to end direct home delivery Jan. 29; will develop website</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090119/54735__canadian_tire_to_end_direct_home_delivery_jan_29_will_develop_website_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian Tire Corp. (TSX:CTC) said Monday it will stop delivering items ordered from its website after Jan. 29.After that, only gift cards ordered online will be delivered. "Our research... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 18:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TimberWest appoints David Emerson to its board of directors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090120/54730__timberwest_appoints_david_emerson_to_its_board_of_directors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - TimberWest Forest Corp. (TWF.UN) has appointed former federal cabinet minister David Emerson to its board of directors.It's one of many board appointments Emerson has taken since... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 16:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian book sales rise six per cent in Q4 compared to last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090119/54728__canadian_book_sales_rise_six_per_cent_in_q4_compared_to_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The number of books sold in Canada rose six per cent in the last quarter of 2008 compared to the same period last year, while revenues rose two per cent, according to figures released... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian book sales rise six per cent in Q4 compared to last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090119/54726__canadian_book_sales_rise_six_per_cent_in_q4_compared_to_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The number of books sold in Canada rose six per cent in the last quarter of 2008 compared to the same period last year, while revenues rose two per cent, according to figures released... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAW members accept Sterling truck plant closure severance and benefits</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090119/54712__caw_members_accept_sterling_truck_plant_closure_severance_and_benefits_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. THOMAS, Ont. - Canadian Auto Workers union members at the Sterling truck plant in St. Thomas, Ont., have voted 97 per cent to accept a closure agreement providing enhanced severance and benefit... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lions defensive lineman Cam Wake signs deal with Miami Dolphins</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090119/54708__lions_defensive_lineman_cam_wake_signs_deal_with_miami_dolphins_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The B.C. Lions are losing the CFL's top defensive player to the NFL.Defensive lineman Cam Wake signed as a free agent with the Miami Dolphins on Monday."Our entire organization... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>N.W.T. to lend $34 million to helicopter operator Discovery Air</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/finance/business/20090119/54707__n_w_t_to_lend_34_million_to_helicopter_operator_discovery_air_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON, Ont. - The Northwest Territories Opportunities Fund has agreed to lend $34 million to Discovery Air (TSX:DA.A), which operates Great Slave Helicopters, Air Tindi and Discovery Mining... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Film pioneers Obomsawin and Mann to be honoured at Hot Docs festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090119/54704__film_pioneers_obomsawin_and_mann_to_be_honoured_at_hot_docs_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian film pioneer Alanis Obomsawin and documentarian Ron Mann are being honoured at the upcoming Hot Docs festival.Programming director Sean Farnel says the two artists share "a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto Argos extend receiver Bruce's contract through 2011 season</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090119/54695__toronto_argos_extend_receiver_bruce_s_contract_through_2011_season_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - The Toronto Argonauts will have all-star receiver Arland Bruce III in the lineup for a few more seasons.The CFL club announced Monday that Bruce and running back Da'Shawn... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 11:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Newalta crushes costs: equipment orders delayed, pay frozen, capex slashed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090119/54686__newalta_crushes_costs_equipment_orders_delayed_pay_frozen_capex_slashed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Newalta Inc. (TSX:NAL) is slashing capital spending, freezing salaries and pushing down other costs to conserve cash in a tough operating environment for its customers in the oilpatch and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SFK Pulp cuts distributions to deal with market conditions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090119/54682__sfk_pulp_cuts_distributions_to_deal_with_market_conditions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONGUEUIL, Que. - Pulp manufacturer SFK Pulp Fund (TSX:SFK.UN) has suspended its monthly distributions "until market conditions substantially improve" and will extend quarterly maintenance... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier get US$58 million to continue operating Las Vegas monorail</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090119/54671__bombardier_get_us_58_million_to_continue_operating_las_vegas_monorail_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) said Monday its transportation division will continue to operate the Las Vegas monorail that shuttles passengers along the east side of the city's famed... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Environmentalists hail shelving of Enbridge &quot;Trailbreaker&quot; project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090119/54662__environmentalists_hail_shelving_of_enbridge_quot_trailbreaker_quot_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Environmental groups are hailing celebrating a decision by oil and gas giant Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB) to shelve its $346-million "Trailbreaker" pipeline expansion.They say the pipeline... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090119/54653__sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Ryan Smyth was barely finished celebrating his milestone 300th NHL goal when teammate Milan Hejduk reached the same plateau.Smyth and Hejduk scored minutes apart, becoming just the second set of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 00:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ethan Moreau scores first career hat trick as Oilers beat Coyotes 6-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090119/54652__ethan_moreau_scores_first_career_hat_trick_as_oilers_beat_coyotes_6_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Ethan Moreau wasn't named captain of the Edmonton Oilers for his offensive prowess, but that doesn't mean he can't come through with a scoring gem now and again.Moreau recorded his... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 01:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blue Jackets beat Canucks 6-5 in shootout as Vancouver loses at home again</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090119/54649__blue_jackets_beat_canucks_6_5_in_shootout_as_vancouver_loses_at_home_again_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Rick Nash is showing why he is leading the Columbus Blue Jackets toward their first NHL playoff berth in seven years.The big forward from Brampton, Ont., kept his club in a 6-5... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 01:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians win silver, bronze medals in men's aerials at World Cup event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090118/54637__canadians_win_silver_bronze_medals_in_men_s_aerials_at_world_cup_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAKE PLACID, N.Y. - Kyle Nissen won silver in men's aerials while fellow Calgarian Warren Shouldice took bronze at a freestyle skiing World Cup meet Sunday.Jeret Peterson of the U.S., took the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 23:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Frontera Copper cuts estimated recovery rate at Piedras Verdes mine in Mexico</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090122/54633__frontera_copper_cuts_estimated_recovery_rate_at_piedras_verdes_mine_in_mexico_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Frontera Copper Corp. (TSX:FCC) said Thursday it has revised its estimated recovery rate from the Piedras Verdes mine in Mexico downward by 16 per cent for ore mined before the 2008... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 10:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roberge and Hamelin win 1,000-metre races to become Canadian champions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090118/54625__roberge_and_hamelin_win_1_000_metre_races_to_become_canadian_champions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Charles Hamelin and Kalyna Roberge won Sunday's 1,000-metre races to clinch the overall titles at the Canadian short-track speedskating championships.The two also secured berths at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 18:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former hockey stars and medical professionals debate concussions at summit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/sports/athletes/20090118/54597__former_hockey_stars_and_medical_professionals_debate_concussions_at_summit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON, Ont. - An all-star cast of medical men along with a sprinkling of notable former pros sought answers to the severity of head injuries at the well-attended London Hockey Concussion Summit on... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bobrosky and Salli win gold for Canada at Australian Olympic Youth Festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sydney/sports/athletes/20090118/54594__bobrosky_and_salli_win_gold_for_canada_at_australian_olympic_youth_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SYDNEY, Australia - Chad Bobrosky of Calgary and Chelsey Salli of Langley, B.C., each won gold as the Australian Olympic Youth Festival wrapped up Sunday.Canadians collected five more medals in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Velisek, Ricker fourth in snowboard cross at world championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090118/54589__canadians_velisek_ricker_fourth_in_snowboard_cross_at_world_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HOENGSEONG, South Korea - Canadians Tom Velisek and Maelle Ricker narrowly missed the podium at the FIS World Snowboard Championships, each finishing fourth in the snowboard cross Sunday.Velisek,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 11:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090118/54571__saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ One day after a rare off-game in Cleveland, Chris Paul returned to form against the slumping Detroit Pistons.Paul had 23 points and 14 assists to help the New Orleans Hornets hand the Pistons... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 02:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090118/54570__saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ In a game that looked like a playoff preview between the two top teams in the East, Alexander Semin gave the Boston Bruins something to remember the Washington Capitals by.Semin's third-period... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 02:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mikkel Boedker scores game winner as Coyotes douse Flames home-winning streak</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090118/54569__mikkel_boedker_scores_game_winner_as_coyotes_douse_flames_home_winning_streak_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Mikkel Boedker had the game-winning goal and also added an assist Saturday night as the Phoenix Coyotes snapped Calgary's seven-game home winning streak with a 4-3 victory.Boedker's... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 02:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alexei Kovalev leads scoring parade as Canadiens top Senators in shootout 5-4</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090118/54566__alexei_kovalev_leads_scoring_parade_as_canadiens_top_senators_in_shootout_5_4_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A rowdy Scotiabank Place crowd and a tenacious Senators squad still couldn't beat the injury-riddled Montreal Canadiens.Still missing key starters Carey Price, Saku Koivu and Alex... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 00:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Whitby Dunlops honour Don Sanderson, player who died Jan. 2. after fight</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090117/54543__whitby_dunlops_honour_don_sanderson_player_who_died_jan_2_after_fight_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WHITBY, Ont. - It's hockey night in Whitby, Ontario, but tonight's game has special meaning to community residents and to the Whitby Dunlops.Don Sanderson's number 40 will be raised to the rafters... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 17:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bad weather forces Christie to settle for 13th-place finish in World Cup luge event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090117/54513__bad_weather_forces_christie_to_settle_for_13th_place_finish_in_world_cup_luge_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OBERHOF, Germany. - Mother Nature did Canadian Jeff Christie no favours Saturday.Christie, of Calgary, appeared poised to register his best finish of the World Cup luge season. However, that was... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 13:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lueders celebrates 200th career World Cup race by winning gold</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090117/54512__lueders_celebrates_200th_career_world_cup_race_by_winning_gold_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. MORITZ, Switzerland. - Edmonton's Pierre Lueders was golden in his 200th career World Cup bobsleigh event.Lueders and David Bissett, both of Edmonton, captured a World Cup two-man title... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 13:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Four Canadians to compete in singles play at the Australian Open</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090117/54509__four_canadians_to_compete_in_singles_play_at_the_australian_open_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Dubois both qualified for their respective singles draws at the Australian Open on Saturday while Frank Dancevic lost but still made it into the main draw as a lucky loser.Polansky, of Thornhill,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 14:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians earn three gold medals at Australian Olympic Youth Festival swim meet</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sydney/sports/athletes/20090117/54506__canadians_earn_three_gold_medals_at_australian_olympic_youth_festival_swim_meet_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SYDNEY, Australia - Toronto's Graham Hawes, Chad Bobrosky of Calgary and Winnipeg's Chantal Van Landeghem all won gold medals Saturday at the Australian Olympic Youth Festival swim meet.Canada has... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 11:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Yurkiw falters at World Cup super-combined event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090117/54504__canadian_yurkiw_falters_at_world_cup_super_combined_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ZAUCHENSEE, Austria - There was no fairy tale ending Saturday for Canadian Larisa Yurkiw.The native of Owen Sound, Ont., surprised the field in a women's World Cup super combined race by posting... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 11:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Canadian coach Even Pellerud takes job in Trinidad and Tobago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090117/54488__former_canadian_coach_even_pellerud_takes_job_in_trinidad_and_tobago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Former Canadian women's coach Even Pellerud has a new job - director of women's soccer for Trinidad and Tobago.The Norwegian native has signed a four-year contract with the Caribbean country, with... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 06:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090117/54487__friday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Some backup goaltenders need time to shake off the rust. Mathieu Garon needs just two periods.The Edmonton goalie settled in late in the second and was sensational the rest of the way, finishing... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 06:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090117/54486__friday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ There's no NBA stat to compare game smarts, but Mike Dunleavy beat Chris Bosh in a battle of last-minute wits Friday night.The poised veteran goaded Toronto's Bosh into fouling him on a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 06:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dan Teat scores four goals as Rush chop down LumberJax 11-10</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090117/54483__dan_teat_scores_four_goals_as_rush_chop_down_lumberjax_11_10_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Their first win came five games earlier this season for the Edmonton Rush.Dan Teat led the way with four goals and an assist as the Rush, who started the 2008 season 0-6, improved to... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 01:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hamelin and Maltais win medals at Canadian Open speedskating event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090116/54463__hamelin_and_maltais_win_medals_at_canadian_open_speedskating_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Charles Hamelin of Ste-Julie, Que., and Olivier Jean of Lachenaie, Que., won gold and silver, respectively, in the men's 1500 metres at the Canadian Open speedskating championship on... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 21:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ABCP restructuring deal completed, to be implemented Jan. 21</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090116/54462__abcp_restructuring_deal_completed_to_be_implemented_jan_21_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A plan to restructure $32 billion in frozen asset-backed commercial paper investments has been finalized and will be implemented after the deal closes next week, says the committee in... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 20:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian womenIs field hockey team plays to 1-1 draw with Ireland</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090116/54455__canadian_womenis_field_hockey_team_plays_to_1_1_draw_with_ireland_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DUBLIN, Ireland - The Canadian national women's field hockey team played to a 1-1 draw with Ireland on Friday.It was the first of the three exhibition matches between the two sides. Tiffany... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 20:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>No reason to stop Labatt from swallowing Lakeport Brewing, watchdog says</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090116/54454__no_reason_to_stop_labatt_from_swallowing_lakeport_brewing_watchdog_says_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Competition Bureau has concluded that there is "insufficient evidence" to challenge Labatt Brewing Co.'s contentious acquisition of Lakeport Brewing Income Fund, ending a nearly... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 19:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Most actively traded companies on Canadian stock markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090116/54445__most_actively_traded_companies_on_canadian_stock_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Some of the most active companies traded Friday on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the TSX Venture Exchange:Toronto Stock Exchange (8,920.40 up 40.79 points): Nortel Networks Corp.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 17:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hollingsworth wins silver, Kelly takes bronze at skeleton World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090116/54409__hollingsworth_wins_silver_kelly_takes_bronze_at_skeleton_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. MORITZ, Switzerland - Canadians Mellisa Hollingsworth and Michelle Kelly won silver and bronze medals at a World Cup skeleton event Friday.Hollingsworth, from Eckville, Alta., led after... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arawak Energy strikes friendly deal to be sold to Vitol unit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090116/54406__arawak_energy_strikes_friendly_deal_to_be_sold_to_vitol_unit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Arawak Energy (TSX:AAK) says it has struck a friendly takeover deal with a subsidiary of Vitol Holding BV that values the Canadian-based company at about C$182.6 million.Arawak shares,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petromont shuts down permanently after long temporary closure</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090116/54395__petromont_shuts_down_permanently_after_long_temporary_closure_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Struggling petrochemical company Petromont has permanently shut down operations at its Montreal area plants, which had been closed last April on a temporary basis.The company, co-owned... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alex Trebek to host next edition of &quot;Canada's Next Great Prime Minister&quot;</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090116/54393__alex_trebek_to_host_next_edition_of_quot_canada_s_next_great_prime_minister_quot__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "Jeopardy!" host Alex Trebek is going to be the next host of CBC-20090116TV's "Canada's Next Great Prime Minister."The game show veteran will lead four ambitious young candidates as... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Captors free Somali journalist; no word on Canadian, Australian colleagues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090116/54389__captors_free_somali_journalist_no_word_on_canadian_australian_colleagues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MOGADISHU, Somalia - A Somali journalist kidnapped along with Canadian freelance journalist Amanda Lindhout last August has been released, but there's no word on the whereabouts of the Alberta... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nortel Networks shares delisted from New York Stock Exchange</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090116/54380__nortel_networks_shares_delisted_from_new_york_stock_exchange_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Nortel Networks (TSX:NT) says the New York Stock Exchange has suspended its stock listing but the company's shares will continue to trade in Toronto.The company filed for court... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thursday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090116/54360__thursday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Chicago Bulls took advantage of a rare error-prone outing from LeBron James.Rookie Derrick Rose scored 16 points after a slow start and Luol Deng added 22 to lead the Bulls to a surprising... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 02:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090116/54359__thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Any question on whether Roberto Luongo would be able to pull the Vancouver Canucks out of their current doldrums was answered on the first shot he faced..Joakim Lindstrom scored twice, including a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 03:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lindstrom scores twice as Coyotes spoil Luongo's return to Canucks' lineup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090116/54353__lindstrom_scores_twice_as_coyotes_spoil_luongo_s_return_to_canucks_lineup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Not even Roberto Luongo's highly anticipated return could save the Vancouver Canucks against the suddenly playoff-calibre Phoenix Coyotes.Joakim Lindstrom scored twice as the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 02:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Second Cup Royalty Income Fund says Q4 same-store sales fall 1.4 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090115/54312__second_cup_royalty_income_fund_says_q4_same_store_sales_fall_1_4_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Second Cup Royalty Income Fund said Thursday that same-cafe sales in the fourth-quarter were down 1.4 per cent compared with a year ago.Same-cafe sales for all of 2008 were up... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 18:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Lueders and Bissett win gold in World Cup bobsled race</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090115/54306__canadians_lueders_and_bissett_win_gold_in_world_cup_bobsled_race_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. MORITZ, Switzerland - Canadian bobsled veteran Pierre Lueders has his first World Cup gold medal of the season.Lueders and fellow Edmonton native David Bissett capitalized on a late start... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 17:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>London Knights star Tavares listed day-to-day with shoulder injury</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/sports/athletes/20090115/54303__london_knights_star_tavares_listed_day_to_day_with_shoulder_injury_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON, Ont. - London Knights forward John Tavares is listed as day-to-day after suffering a right shoulder injury in Wednesday's Top Prospects Game.The star junior was scratched from Thursday's... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bonavista Energy Trust cuts first quarter distributions by 30 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090115/54282__bonavista_energy_trust_cuts_first_quarter_distributions_by_30_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Bonavista Energy Trust (TSX:BNP.UN), a Calgary-based oil and natural gas producer, says it is cutting its distributions to unitholders by a third for the first quarter.The company said... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 12:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mood of Canadian exporters darkest in at least nine years: EDC survey</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090115/54268__mood_of_canadian_exporters_darkest_in_at_least_nine_years_edc_survey_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A new survey finds the confidence of Canadian exporters falling to the lowest level in at least nine years due to fears the global economy will continue to worsen.The Export Development... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Colgan Air confirms orders for 10 Bombardier Q400s, exercises five options</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090115/54263__colgan_air_confirms_orders_for_10_bombardier_q400s_exercises_five_options_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Bombardier Aerospace (TSX:BBD.B) said Thursday that Virginia-based regional airline Colgan Air has confirmed previously conditional orders for 10 Q400 NextGen turboprop airliners.Colgan... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New vehicle sales drop in November: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090115/54260__new_vehicle_sales_drop_in_november_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - New motor vehicle sales fell seven per cent in November to 129,044, the largest monthly decline since August 2005.Statistics Canada attributes most of the decrease to lower sales of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 09:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>European Union regulators call for member states plans to help automakers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090115/54257__european_union_regulators_call_for_member_states_plans_to_help_automakers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRUSSELS, Belgium - EU regulators are calling on member states to discuss their plans to help carmakers now that France is discussing possible subsidies for the industry.European car manufacturers... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 07:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090115/54248__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Facing triple-double master Jason Kidd, Chris Paul nearly did him one better.With 33 points, 11 assists, 10 rebounds and seven steals, Paul narrowly missed a rare quadruple double, but it was... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 06:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HBO Canada to carry celebration of Barack Obama's inauguration</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090114/54233__hbo_canada_to_carry_celebration_of_barack_obama_s_inauguration_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - HBO Canada will be the exclusive broadcaster in Canada for the concert celebration of Barack Obama's inauguration as U.S. president."We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration" will air... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 21:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec offering tax credit for home renovations as part of stimulus package</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090114/54228__quebec_offering_tax_credit_for_home_renovations_as_part_of_stimulus_package_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - The Quebec government is offering a new tax credit for people who want to renovate their homes.The initiative was part of an economic stimulus plan announced on Wednesday by Finance... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kiss frontman Gene Simmons to be keynote speaker at Canadian Music Week</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090114/54213__kiss_frontman_gene_simmons_to_be_keynote_speaker_at_canadian_music_week_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Kiss frontman Gene Simmons will be the keynote speaker at Canadian Music Week this year.Simmons will speak on March 12 about his various business endeavours and his 35-plus years with... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OHL institutes game misconduct, suspension for removing helmet to fight</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090114/54204__ohl_institutes_game_misconduct_suspension_for_removing_helmet_to_fight_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario Hockey League has instituted a game misconduct and an automatic one-game suspension for players who remove their helmets or undo their chinstraps before or during fights.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Grey's Anatomy' star Sandra Oh to receive ACTRA award in Los Angeles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090114/54200___grey_s_anatomy_star_sandra_oh_to_receive_actra_award_in_los_angeles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian actress Sandra Oh is set to receive yet another award.The "Grey's Anatomy" star will receive an ACTRA award for her contribution to Canada's film and television industry on Jan.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Dec. 29-Jan. 4</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090114/54198__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_dec_29_jan_4_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Dec. 29-Jan. 4: 1 "World Jr. Hockey game" (TSN, Saturday) - 1,855,000 2 "Air Farce New Year's Eve... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Genie Awards headed to Ottawa for first time on April 4, 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090114/54189__genie_awards_headed_to_ottawa_for_first_time_on_april_4_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Genie Awards are headed to the nation's capital for the first time.Ottawa will host the 29th instalment of the Canadian film awards on Saturday, April 4. The show will be held at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 12:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CFL opts to keep its salary cap at $4.2 million in 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090114/54177__cfl_opts_to_keep_its_salary_cap_at_4_2_million_in_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The CFL is keeping its salary cap at $4.2 million in 2009.CFL commissioner Mark Cohon made the announcement Wednesday, saying the decision to maintain the status quo is the right one for... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto Argonauts re-sign Canadian linebacker Kevin Eiben</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090114/54171__toronto_argonauts_re_sign_canadian_linebacker_kevin_eiben_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Kevin Eiben is staying put.The veteran Canadian linebacker was scheduled to become a free agent next month. However, Eiben received a contract extension from the Toronto... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lakeside Steel Inc. of Welland, Ont., to lay off 61 employees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090114/54164__lakeside_steel_inc_of_welland_ont_to_lay_off_61_employees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WELLAND, On - Lakeside Steel Inc. (TSX-V:LS) says it is laying off up to 61 hourly employees at its manufacturing site in Welland, Ont.The company, which also laid off 40 employees in December,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 09:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Higher productivity growth linked to infrastructure expansion: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090114/54162__higher_productivity_growth_linked_to_infrastructure_expansion_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A new study suggests the federal strategy of responding to troubled economic times by fixing the country's crumbling infrastructure is cost-effective.Analysts have long contemplated why... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 08:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090114/54157__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It's only January, but the rivalry between the Boston Bruins and the Montreal Canadiens has already reached playoff-level intensity.Zdeno Chara scored a pair of power-play goals and Tim Thomas... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 06:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090114/54156__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ No lead is safe for the Detroit Pistons when the lowly Charlotte Bobcats are involved.A month after rallying from 29 down to nearly beat Detroit at home, Charlotte overcame a 78-71 deficit in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 06:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aboriginal Peoples Television Network to provide daily Olympic coverage</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090114/54152__aboriginal_peoples_television_network_to_provide_daily_olympic_coverage_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - The Winnipeg-based Aboriginal Peoples Television Network has announced it will broadcast the Olympic games.APTN will provide 10 hours of coverage daily in a mix of aboriginal, French... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 06:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magna International hires former Chrysler executive as consultant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090114/54148__magna_international_hires_former_chrysler_executive_as_consultant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Detroit Free Press is reporting that auto parts maker Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG.A) has hired Wolfgang Bernhard - the former chief operating officer of Chrysler and a veteran... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 05:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clemmensen continues excellent play as Devils down Canucks 5-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090114/54137__clemmensen_continues_excellent_play_as_devils_down_canucks_5_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - After a small hiccup, Scott Clemmensen has the best season of his NHL career back on track.Clemmensen, who was mired in the minors last season but has emerged as New Jersey's... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 06:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lowly Blues give Flames all they can handle, but Calgary comes out on top</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090114/54136__lowly_blues_give_flames_all_they_can_handle_but_calgary_comes_out_on_top_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - This time, it was Mike Cammalleri's turn to shine on Calgary's balanced offensive attack.Cammalleri scored twice as Calgary survived a scrappy performance from St. Louis in a 3-1 victory... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 01:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Senators cruise past Hurricanes 5-1 for first victory in 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090113/54127__senators_cruise_past_hurricanes_5_1_for_first_victory_in_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Dany Heatley and Antoine Vermette each had a goal and an assist and Brian Elliot made 23 saves as the Ottawa Senators defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 5-1 on Tuesday night.Dean McAmmond,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 22:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sullivan has first point in almost two years as Preds blank Leafs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090113/54126__sullivan_has_first_point_in_almost_two_years_as_preds_blank_leafs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Steve Sullivan had his first NHL point in almost two years to help the Nashville Predators blank the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-0 on Tuesday.Playing just his second game of the season after... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 22:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Daylight expects to spend up to $125M in 2009 on capex, lowers distributions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090113/54114__daylight_expects_to_spend_up_to_125m_in_2009_on_capex_lowers_distributions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Daylight Resources Trust (TSX:DAY.UN) cut its monthly distributions on Tuesday to eight cents per unit for the first three months of 2009, down from 13 cents.The trust also announced a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PhotoChannel annual revenues more than double in 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090113/54112__photochannel_annual_revenues_more_than_double_in_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - PhotoChannel Networks Inc. (TSXV:PN) says its annual net loss grew to $8.7 million in the 12 months ended Sept. 30, 2008, up from $6.1 million in fiscal 2007.Revenues for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CIBC World Markets adds two new executives; deputy chair Leith leaves</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090113/54097__cibc_world_markets_adds_two_new_executives_deputy_chair_leith_leaves_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The World Markets division of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) is adding two senior executives in a reorganization, while deputy chairman David Leith "has elected to leave... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 17:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Detroit Three auto sales per dealer decline drastically in 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090113/54095__detroit_three_auto_sales_per_dealer_decline_drastically_in_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - In another sign of the poor health of the North American auto industry, the Detroit Three automakers' sales per dealer in Canada declined drastically in 2008, according to an industry... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 17:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Golden Globes draw fewer viewers in Canada as well as U.S. this year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090113/54093__golden_globes_draw_fewer_viewers_in_canada_as_well_as_u_s_this_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Golden Globe Awards broadcast grabbed the largest audience in Canada of any program Sunday night but it was still down from 2007, the last time the awards show ran in its usual... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NFB offers Quebec history DVD box set to schools, libraries for free</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090113/54078__nfb_offers_quebec_history_dvd_box_set_to_schools_libraries_for_free_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The National Film Board of Canada is offering Canadian schools and libraries a free DVD set of films on Quebec City history to mark the 400th birthday of the provincial capital.A mix of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 13:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Five finalists announced for 2009 Lionel Gelber Prize, worth $15,000</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090113/54071__five_finalists_announced_for_2009_lionel_gelber_prize_worth_15_000_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - War, terrorism and international crime are among the topics explored by the five finalists for this year's Lionel Gelber Prize.Now into its 19th year, the $15,000 prize honours books on... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 12:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brendan Taman resigns as Blue Bombers player-personnel director</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090113/54063__brendan_taman_resigns_as_blue_bombers_player_personnel_director_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Brendan Taman resigned Tuesday as the Winnipeg Blue Bombers vice-president of player personnel."We truly are sorry to see Brendan leave after all that he has given to this organization... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 11:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aduro Resources acquires northeast B.C. assets for undisclosed price</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090113/54055__aduro_resources_acquires_northeast_b_c_assets_for_undisclosed_price_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Aduro Resources Ltd., a private Calgary-based energy junior, says it has acquired producing natural gas properties, undeveloped land and infrastructure in the Monias area of British... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090113/54037__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Paul Pierce's balky knee held up perfectly fine Monday night, and that was bad news for the Toronto Raptors.Pierce scored nine of his season-high 39 points in overtime to lead Boston to a 115-109... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 00:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tough economy prompts Diamond Aircraft to lay off 180 people for several months</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/finance/business/20090112/54015__tough_economy_prompts_diamond_aircraft_to_lay_off_180_people_for_several_months_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON, Ont. - Diamond Aircraft announced Monday it is laying off 180 people for several months.The London, Ont.-based company cites tough economic times for the cutbacks.It calls the layoffs an... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>QLT says Q4 sales of Visudyne down 32.7 per cent compared with year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090112/54007__qlt_says_q4_sales_of_visudyne_down_32_7_per_cent_compared_with_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - QLT Inc. (TSX:QLT) said Monday that global sales of Visudyne in the fourth quarter were down 32.7 per cent compared with a year ago.The Vancouver-based eye drug developer said... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aecon Group wins contract to adapt power plant into offices for Nova Scotia Power</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090112/54004__aecon_group_wins_contract_to_adapt_power_plant_into_offices_for_nova_scotia_power_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Aecon Group Inc. (TSX:ARE) said Monday its Atlantic Buildings division has been awarded a $53.4 million contract to adapt a power generating plant into corporate offices for Nova... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Marsulex reaches settlement in alleged Clean Air Act violations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090112/53996__marsulex_reaches_settlement_in_alleged_clean_air_act_violations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Marsulex Inc. (TSX:MLX), a supplier of industrial chemicals and other products, said Monday it has reached a settlement with U.S. regulators concerning alleged violations of the Clean Air... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shaw theatre festival to broadcast Obama inauguration on big screen</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090112/53989__shaw_theatre_festival_to_broadcast_obama_inauguration_on_big_screen_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ont. - The Shaw theatre festival is inviting the public to watch U.S. president-elect Barack Obama's inauguration at one of its venues next week.Organizers will air the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 17:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Industry minister says credit costs 'off the Richter scale' for some businesses</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090112/53981__industry_minister_says_credit_costs_off_the_richter_scale_for_some_businesses_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Federal Industry Minister Tony Clement says he hearing from more and more businesses who are having a hard time getting bank credit.After meeting with Manitoba business leaders, Clement... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Campbell Resources mining operations shut down on financing problems</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090112/53978__campbell_resources_mining_operations_shut_down_on_financing_problems_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - All mining operations of Campbell Resources Inc.'s (TSXV:CCH.H) Copper Rand mine have been shut down due to financing difficulties, and the company said Monday its shares have been moved... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 15:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bell Aliant to cut 500 management jobs in streamlining</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090112/53966__bell_aliant_to_cut_500_management_jobs_in_streamlining_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Bell Aliant (TSX:BA.UN), Atlantic Canada's dominant telephone company, is cutting 500 management jobs in a move to streamline operations and improve its bottom line.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 17:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Value of M&A activity plunges 50 per cent in 2008: KPMG</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090112/53956__value_of_m_a_activity_plunges_50_per_cent_in_2008_kpmg_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The value of mergers and acquisitions by Canadian companies fell 50 per cent in 2008 to US$131.5 billion as the credit crunch took the wind out of deal-makers' sails, according to a study... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 12:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Colorado Avalanche left-winger Wojtek Wolski named NHL first star of week</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20090112/53954__colorado_avalanche_left_winger_wojtek_wolski_named_nhl_first_star_of_week_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Colorado Avalanche left-winger Wojtek Wolski was named National Hockey League first star of the week Monday.He had six points (4-2) in three games last week. Anaheim Ducks right-winger... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 12:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada ends Junior Pan Pacific Championships with 12 medal haul</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090112/53948__canada_ends_junior_pan_pacific_championships_with_12_medal_haul_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GUAM - Zsofia Balazs of Toronto finished fifth Monday in the women's 10-kilometre open water race as the Junior Pan Pacific swimming championships wrapped up.Balazs, who raced to a bronze in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Annual rise in new-house prices slows in November</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090112/53934__annual_rise_in_new_house_prices_slows_in_november_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada's New Housing Price Index increased 0.7 per cent in November from a year earlier, a slower pace than the 1.5 per cent advance recorded in October and the smallest... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Timminco boosts silicon production to 554 tonnes in fourth quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090112/53929__timminco_boosts_silicon_production_to_554_tonnes_in_fourth_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Specialty metal producer Timminco Ltd. (TSX:TIM) managed to make its full-year production targets by boosting fourth-quarter production of solar-grade silicon to 554 tonnes.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Memorial to Canadian civilians slain in Afghanistan unveiled in Kabul</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090112/53927__memorial_to_canadian_civilians_slain_in_afghanistan_unveiled_in_kabul_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KABUL - A memorial to Canadian civilians killed in Afghanistan was unveiled today at a ceremony at the Canadian Embassy in Kabul.The marble slab near the embassy's main entrance is engraved with... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 07:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sundday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090112/53911__nba_roundup_sundday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Toronto Raptors missed a chance to take advantage of a struggling Boston Celtics squad, but they still found some positives to take into Monday's rematch.Ray Allen poured in a season-high 36... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 06:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090112/53910__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Edmonton Oilers held a team meeting after a recent tough loss to address problems with team's will to win.The message seems to have sunk in.Sam Gagner scored the game winner and added an... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 00:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's bid for foreign film Oscar snags U.S. distribution rights</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090111/53903__canada_s_bid_for_foreign_film_oscar_snags_u_s_distribution_rights_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Quebec film that is Canada's hope for an Oscar in the category of best foreign film has snagged U.S. distribution rights.Benoit Pilon's "The Necessities of Life" ("Ce qu'il faut pour... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oilers halt two-game losing streak with 2-1 victory over Blues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090111/53901__oilers_halt_two_game_losing_streak_with_2_1_victory_over_blues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Trying to play with more emotion actually seemed to help the Edmonton Oilers get smart on Sunday night.Sam Gagner scored the game winner and added an assist as the Oilers snapped a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 23:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calgary Flames co-owner Daryl K. (Doc) Seaman dies at age 86</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090111/53900__calgary_flames_co_owner_daryl_k_doc_seaman_dies_at_age_86_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Daryl K. (Doc) Seaman, co-owner of the Calgary Flames and part of the original group that brought the team to Calgary from Atlanta, died Sunday at age 86.The Flames confirmed Seaman's... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 23:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Groves continues dominance at Continental Qualifiers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090111/53887__canada_s_groves_continues_dominance_at_continental_qualifiers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SALT LAKE CITY - Kristina Groves of Ottawa won both the ladies' 1,500-metre and 5,000 Sunday at the Continental Qualifiers held at the Utah Olympic Oval.Winnipeg's Brittany Schussler came in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian poker ace Poorya Nazari wins three million in Caribbean tourney</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090111/53874__canadian_poker_ace_poorya_nazari_wins_three_million_in_caribbean_tourney_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas - Poorya Nazari of Toronto is leaving the Bahamas US$3-million richer after winning the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure over the weekend.The 22 year-old biochemistry... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 17:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Ryan Blais wins first Noram freestyle ski event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090111/53868__canadian_ryan_blais_wins_first_noram_freestyle_ski_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STE-ADELE, Que. - Ryan Blais finally has his first gold medal in a Noram freestyle ski competition.The native of Grande Prairie, Alta., led a Canadian sweep of the medals on Sunday. The... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 16:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Ricker, Robertson, each medal at snowboardcross in Austria</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090111/53857__canadians_ricker_robertson_each_medal_at_snowboardcross_in_austria_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BAD GASTEIN, Austria - It was a double-medal day for Canada at the World Cup snowboard cross.Dominique Maltais of Montreal finished second to American Lindsey Jacobellis on Sunday while Mike... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 16:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the ice Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090111/53835__saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Brandon Dubinsky had gone more than a month since his last goal. Once he gave the New York Rangers the early lead, Henrik Lundqvist took care of the rest.Lundqvist made 33 saves to earn his second... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 06:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Patrick Marleau scores two late goals as Sharks beat slumping Canucks 4-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090111/53833__patrick_marleau_scores_two_late_goals_as_sharks_beat_slumping_canucks_4_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Mats Sundin scored his first goal as a Vancouver Canuck, but the San Jose Sharks were on the right side of two NHL replays Saturday night.The game was tied late in the second... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 06:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Saturday's action on the boards Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090111/53832__nba_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ There's no rule stipulating NBA teams need a coach on the court to win - not in Minnesota anyway.Randy Foye scored 10 of his 11 points in the fourth quarter and the Timberwolves rallied from 13... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 00:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Curt Malawsky scores hat trick as Roughnecks beat Rush 10-9 in home opener</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090111/53830__curt_malawsky_scores_hat_trick_as_roughnecks_beat_rush_10_9_in_home_opener_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Curt Malawsky's third goal of the night 4:58 into overtime gave the Calgary Roughnecks a dramatic 10-9 win over the Edmonton Rush Saturday night in their National Lacrosse League home... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 00:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New goaltender, same result as Senators lose 2-0 to Rangers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090110/53825__new_goaltender_same_result_as_senators_lose_2_0_to_rangers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - No one expected Brian Elliott to be Henrik Lundqvist, but it might have helped the Ottawa Senators if he was.Lundqvist made 33 saves as the Senators fell 2-0 to the New York Rangers on... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 22:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Groves and Schussler top skaters at Continental Qualifiers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090110/53818__canada_s_groves_and_schussler_top_skaters_at_continental_qualifiers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SALT LAKE CITY - Kristina Groves of Ottawa won both the ladies' 500-metre and 3000 at Saturday's Continental Qualifiers held at the Utah Olympic Oval.Teammate Brittany Schussler of Winnipeg took... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 20:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>American skier caught in B.C. avalanche dies in U.S. hospital: RCMP</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090110/53814__american_skier_caught_in_b_c_avalanche_dies_in_u_s_hospital_rcmp_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TERRACE, B.C. - An American snowboarder who was caught in an avalanche in northern British Columbia has died.The 39-year-old man, who was visiting from Cincinnati, was caught in an avalanche... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 19:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian man, 56, accused of importing cocaine into Australia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sydney/headlines/world/20090110/53809__canadian_man_56_accused_of_importing_cocaine_into_australia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SYDNEY, Australia - A 56-year-old Canadian man is accused of importing cocaine into Australia that was hidden in forklift batteries.Australian Federal Police say the man was arrested in Sydney... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 18:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>McGill Redmen down Sherbrooke to snap dubious volleyball losing streak</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090110/53802__mcgill_redmen_down_sherbrooke_to_snap_dubious_volleyball_losing_streak_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SHERBROOKE, Que. - The longest losing streak in Quebec volleyball history is over.The McGill Redmen men's squad earned a 3-1 (25-14, 25-20, 23-25, 25-20) upset win over Sherbrooke on Saturday to... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 16:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's DelBosco captures silver in freestyle skiing World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090110/53799__canada_s_delbosco_captures_silver_in_freestyle_skiing_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LES CONTAMINES, France - Canada's Chris DelBosco captured his first World Cup freestyle podium finish Saturday, racing to second place in ski cross.A pair of Austrians rounded out the podium, with... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 15:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>U.S. downs Canada 3-2 in overtime to win world under-18 women's hockey title</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090110/53798__u_s_downs_canada_3_2_in_overtime_to_win_world_under_18_women_s_hockey_title_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FUSSEN, Germany - Kendall Coyne broke the heart of Canada's under-18 women's hockey team Saturday.Coyne's power-play goal in overtime earned the United States a 3-2 win over Canada in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 16:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada adds to medal haul with silver, two bronzes at Pan Pacific meet</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090111/53786__canada_adds_to_medal_haul_with_silver_two_bronzes_at_pan_pacific_meet_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GUAM - Canada's women's 4x100 medley relay team won the silver medal and nearly upset the favoured Americans on Sunday at the Junior Pan Pacific swimming championships.Canada, which led the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 21:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magna's auto parts maker Formet lets go of another 120 workers in St. Thomas, Ont.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090110/53784__magna_s_auto_parts_maker_formet_lets_go_of_another_120_workers_in_st_thomas_ont__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. THOMAS, Ont. - Magna International Inc.'s (TSX:MG.A) auto parts maker Formet is letting go another 120 workers at its St. Thomas, Ont., plant.Magna spokeswoman Tracey Fuerst says the layoff... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 11:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calgary outlasts San Jose for 12-10 victory in season opener for both teams</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090110/53770__calgary_outlasts_san_jose_for_12_10_victory_in_season_opener_for_both_teams_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SAN JOSE - Tracey Kelusky led the Roughnecks with three goals as Calgary defeated the San Jose Stealth 12-10 on Friday in NLL action.Josh Sanderson, Kaleb Toth and Dane Dobbie each scored twice... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 05:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the boards Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090110/53769__friday_s_action_on_the_boards_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The more selective Andrea Bargnani is with his shots, the better the Toronto Raptors play.Chris Bosh had 32 points and 10 rebounds, and Bargnani continued his hot stretch with 21 points as the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the ice Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090110/53768__friday_s_action_on_the_ice_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Suffering from upper-body muscle spasms, netminding for the injury-riddled Columbus Blue Jackets, and facing one of the best offences in the NHL would be a difficult task for any goaltender - Steve... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blues spoil Sundin's home debut with 6-4 win over Canucks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090110/53767__blues_spoil_sundin_s_home_debut_with_6_4_win_over_canucks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Brad Boyes' power play goal at 17:50 of the third period propelled the St. Louis Blues to 6-4 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Friday night.The loss spoiled Mats Sundin's... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 01:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ballet B.C. to resume operations after creditors approve payment plan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090110/53765__ballet_b_c_to_resume_operations_after_creditors_approve_payment_plan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Ballet B.C. will dance another day after creditors agreed to accept the company's repayment plan under the Bankruptcy Act.The ballet troupe owes 168 creditors a total of $400,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 00:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Patrick Marleau scores twice as Sharks feast on Oilers 4-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090109/53764__patrick_marleau_scores_twice_as_sharks_feast_on_oilers_4_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Patrick Marleau had two goals and Devin Setoguchi added a goal and two assists as the San Jose Sharks hit the 30 win mark in just their 40th game, handing the Edmonton Oilers a 4-1 loss... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 23:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mercator Minerals to raise $20 million in bought deal financing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090109/53733__mercator_minerals_to_raise_20_million_in_bought_deal_financing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Mercator Minerals Ltd. (TSX:ML) said Friday it has will raise $20 million in an equity financing, up from an earlier plan to raise $15 million, that will be used to pay for... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 18:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pairs champions Langlois, Hay pull out of Canadian championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090109/53731__pairs_champions_langlois_hay_pull_out_of_canadian_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Anabelle Langlois and Cody Hay won't be in Saskatoon to defend their pairs title at next week's Canadian figure skating championships.Langlois, from Gatineau, Que., suffered a setback... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 17:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Four Canadians in the top-10 at World Cup skeleton event Friday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090109/53728__four_canadians_in_the_top_10_at_world_cup_skeleton_event_friday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KONIGSSEE, Germany - Mellisa Hollingsworth led a group of four Canadians into the top-10 in the first World Cup skeleton race of 2009 on Friday while a pair of Germans captured men's and women's... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 17:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Peter MacKay counting heavily on U.S. military presence in Afghanistan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090109/53725__peter_mackay_counting_heavily_on_u_s_military_presence_in_afghanistan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CFB VALCARTIER, Que. - Defence Minister Peter MacKay is counting on the arrival of more American troops in Afghanistan to help stem the number of Canadian deaths in the wartorn country.A promise... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 16:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Michael Cera of 'Juno' fame up for British rising star award at the BAFTAs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090109/53721__michael_cera_of_juno_fame_up_for_british_rising_star_award_at_the_baftas_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian actor Michael Cera, who's built a career out of playing awkward but lovable teens, is up for a rising star award at Britain's equivalent of the Oscars.The award recognizes five... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 16:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada beats Sweden 6-1, books place in women's under-18 final against U.S.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090109/53712__canada_beats_sweden_6_1_books_place_in_women_s_under_18_final_against_u_s__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FUSSEN, Germany - Canada will face the U.S. in the final of the women's world under-18 hockey championship for the second year in a row after beating Sweden 6-1 in the semifinals Friday.Melodie... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 18:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CIBC says economy in recession, but market has discounted a depression</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090109/53709__cibc_says_economy_in_recession_but_market_has_discounted_a_depression_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The economy is already in a "fairly deep" recession, but the stock market has already discounted a depression, so even modest growth this year could send the Toronto stock market higher,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 15:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vaaldiam Resources to cut warrants exercise price to eight cents</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090109/53705__vaaldiam_resources_to_cut_warrants_exercise_price_to_eight_cents_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Vaaldiam Resources Ltd. (TSX:VAA) said Friday that it will cut the exercise prices of 22.3 million of its currently outstanding warrants to eight cents.The company said the warrants... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 14:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ignatieff says Tory budget must meet three tests to get Liberal support</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090109/53704__ignatieff_says_tory_budget_must_meet_three_tests_to_get_liberal_support_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Michael Ignatieff says he will judge the Conservative party's budget on Jan. 27 on whether it protects those most vulnerable to the recession, creates jobs quickly through... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 15:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Some of the recent plant or mill shutdowns in Canada:</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090109/53701__some_of_the_recent_plant_or_mill_shutdowns_in_canada__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ -Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B) of Vancouver cuts 1,400 jobs worldwide, more than a third from Western Canada. About 400 jobs will be affected in British Columbia and 105 in Alberta.--Zinc miner... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 14:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAW president rejects U.S.-style strike bans at Canada's auto plants</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090109/53696__caw_president_rejects_u_s_style_strike_bans_at_canada_s_auto_plants_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The president of the Canadian Auto Workers says his union won't accept a ban on strikes similar to one detailed in the U.S. as a condition of US$17.4 billion in loans to Chrysler and... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 13:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sportscene restaurant group serves up profit, higher revenue in Q1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090109/53695__sportscene_restaurant_group_serves_up_profit_higher_revenue_in_q1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Sportscene Group Inc. (TSXV:SPS.A) served up a profit of $1.5 million in its fall quarter, equalling or bettering the year-earlier result despite a generally weaker economic environment.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 13:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Harper calls unemployment numbers 'troubling' but says Canada can emerge stronger</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090109/53694__harper_calls_unemployment_numbers_troubling_but_says_canada_can_emerge_stronger_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Prime Minister Stephen Harper called Canada's higher unemployment numbers "troubling" on Friday but said the country has strengths that will enable it to emerge stronger than ever from... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 14:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stratic Energy ends operations on Well 16/2b-5A in UK North Sea</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090109/53684__stratic_energy_ends_operations_on_well_16_2b_5a_in_uk_north_sea_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Stratic Energy Corp. (TSXV:SE), a Calgary-based international oil comany, says that following a series of operational difficulties, Stratic and its joint venture partner have stopped... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 11:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Amica Mature Lifestyles Q2 profits fall to $0.5 million from $1.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090109/53683__amica_mature_lifestyles_q2_profits_fall_to_0_5_million_from_1_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Amica Mature Lifestyles Inc. (TSX:ACC), a Vancouver company which manages and develops luxury retirement housing and services for seniors, says its net profit fell sharply in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 11:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HudBay to place Manitoba mine and concentrator on care and maintenance</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090109/53680__hudbay_to_place_manitoba_mine_and_concentrator_on_care_and_maintenance_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - HudBay Minerals Inc. (TSX:HBM) said Friday it will shut down its Chisel North zinc mine and concentrator in Snow Lake, Man. due to low metals prices and the slumping global economy.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 10:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Housing starts moderate in December</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090109/53672__housing_starts_moderate_in_december_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The seasonally adjusted annual rate of housing starts reported by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. was 177,300 units in December, down marginally from 178,000 units in November.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 09:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Building permits decline in November: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090109/53671__building_permits_decline_in_november_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Contractors took out $4.8 billion in building permits in November, an 11.8 per cent drop from October in the face of widespread declines in both the residential and non-residential... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 08:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mining supply firm in Collingwood, Ont., to lay off 70 employees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090109/53662__mining_supply_firm_in_collingwood_ont_to_lay_off_70_employees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ COLLINGWOOD, Ont. - A drop in metal prices is forcing a mining supply company in Collingwood, Ont., to lay off more workers.MacLean Engineering and Marketing is laying off 70 workers on top of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 06:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Report warns of tough times ahead as economic woes batter pension plans</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090109/53658__report_warns_of_tough_times_ahead_as_economic_woes_batter_pension_plans_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The drastic drop in global stock markets and interest rates has been mirrored by Canada's corporate pension plans, according to an international consulting firm.Watson Wyatt Worldwide... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 02:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090109/53656__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The latest meeting between the Montreal Canadiens and the Toronto Maple Leafs recalled some of the classic tilts between the bitter rivals, at least physically if not on the scoreboard.Sergei... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 01:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Langkow has goal, two assists as Flames down struggling Islanders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090109/53650__langkow_has_goal_two_assists_as_flames_down_struggling_islanders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Daymond Langkow's on a roll. and so are the Calgary Flames.Langkow scored his 15th goal and added two assists Thursday night to lead the Calgary Flames to a 5-2 victory over the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 01:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Canada's Next Top Model' to hold first-ever nationwide casting call</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090108/53632___canada_s_next_top_model_to_hold_first_ever_nationwide_casting_call_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian catwalk enthusiasts, it's time to take your strut to the mall.Producers of "Canada's Next Top Model" plan to hit five malls across Canada later this month to find leggy hopefuls... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 20:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Organizers cancel Pemberton Music Festival north of Vancouver</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090108/53631__organizers_cancel_pemberton_music_festival_north_of_vancouver_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - A massive outdoor music festival that drew more than 40,000 people to a site north of Vancouver last year has been cancelled for this summer.The three-day Pemberton Music... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 20:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DragonWave reports Q3 loss of $221,000 compared with $1.2M loss year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53619__dragonwave_reports_q3_loss_of_221_000_compared_with_1_2m_loss_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - DragonWave Inc. (TSX:DWI) said Thursday it lost $221,000 in its most recent quarter as revenue slipped.The maker of wireless network equipment said the loss amounted to a penny per share... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 18:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust sells Saskatoon property for $625,000</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53616__pure_industrial_real_estate_trust_sells_saskatoon_property_for_625_000_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Pure Industrial Real Estate Trust (TSXV:AAR.UN), a Vancouver-based property owner, has sold an industrial building in Saskatoon for $625,000.This sale represents an approximate... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 18:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Great Western Minerals to acquire prospective N.B. claims</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53615__great_western_minerals_to_acquire_prospective_n_b_claims_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Great Western Minerals Group Ltd. (TSXV:GWG) says it intends to acquire a 100 per cent working interest in the Benjamin River property near Bathurst, N.B., subject to regulatory... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 18:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Liquidation World says quarterly sales fell 10.8 per cent compared with year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53614__liquidation_world_says_quarterly_sales_fell_10_8_per_cent_compared_with_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRANTFORD, Ont. - Liquidation World Inc. (TSX:LQW) said Thursday that sales in its latest quarter fell 10.8 per cent compared with a year ago.The retailer reported revenue from continuing... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 18:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former boxing champ Dave Hilton Jr. ordered to stay away from youths under 16</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090108/53609__former_boxing_champ_dave_hilton_jr_ordered_to_stay_away_from_youths_under_16_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Former boxing champion Dave Hilton, Jr., who is just days away from finishing a prison sentence for sexually abusing his daughters when they were young, was ordered Thursday to stay away... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 17:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MDA wins $6-million Department of National Defence contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53608__mda_wins_6_million_department_of_national_defence_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (TSX:MDA) said Thursday it was been awarded a three-year contract worth more than $6 million to upgrade the submarine trainers for... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 17:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nova Chemicals Corp. to cut 400 jobs amid slumping prices and weak demand</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53607__nova_chemicals_corp_to_cut_400_jobs_amid_slumping_prices_and_weak_demand_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SARNIA, Ont. - Nova Chemicals Corp. (TSX:NCX), Canada's largest plastics producer, says it will cut 400 jobs worldwide, including an undisclosed number at its petrochemicals plant in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 17:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fairfax increases stake in Jazz Air Income Fund to 15.15 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090108/53606__fairfax_increases_stake_in_jazz_air_income_fund_to_15_15_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) said Thursday it has increased its stake in Jazz Air Income Fund to 15.15 per cent.Fairfax said it bought 2,478,800 Jazz units to bring its... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 17:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Armour maker cuts workforce by 25 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53605__armour_maker_cuts_workforce_by_25_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SUNRISE, Fla. - Protective Products of America, Inc. (PPA:TSX), a maker of ceramic armour products for military and law-enforcement customers, is cutting its workforce by one-quarter as it awaits a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 17:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians continue to buy more music, but album sales still sputter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090108/53603__canadians_continue_to_buy_more_music_but_album_sales_still_sputter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ While Canadians bought more music in 2008, they weren't buying albums.Overall music sales - including albums, singles, music videos and digital tracks - rose 11.5 per cent to 78.5 million from... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 16:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Velan reports Q2 profit of $7.6 million compared with $300,000 loss a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53597__velan_reports_q2_profit_of_7_6_million_compared_with_300_000_loss_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Velan Inc. (TSX:VLN) said Thursday it earned $7.6 million in its most recent quarter, boosted by a gain on foreign exchange by a falling loonie, but warned of trouble ahead.The maker of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 15:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pension plan urges boards to avoid changes to stock option plans</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090108/53594__pension_plan_urges_boards_to_avoid_changes_to_stock_option_plans_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - One of Canada's largest pools of investment capital says it's against the practice of adjusting employee stock options plans in response to slumping markets.Ontario Teachers' Pension... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 15:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oshawa Generals trade star forward John Tavares to London Knights</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/sports/athletes/20090108/53591__oshawa_generals_trade_star_forward_john_tavares_to_london_knights_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON, Ont. - John Taveres says his heart will always be in Oshawa, but he won't be finishing his stellar Ontario Hockey League career there.The London Knights made a huge splash on the eve of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 21:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rambler Metals and Mining lays off 18 at its mine in Baie Verte, N.L.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53590__rambler_metals_and_mining_lays_off_18_at_its_mine_in_baie_verte_n_l__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Rambler Metals and Mining (TSXV:RAB) is scaling back operations at its copper-gold mine in Baie Verte, N.L..All underground drilling and pre-development work has been suspended,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 15:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eskimos sign Buhl to contract extension while Argos re-sign Ramsay.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090108/53576__eskimos_sign_buhl_to_contract_extension_while_argos_re_sign_ramsay__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Edmonton Eskimos signed defensive back Jonte Buhl to a multi-year contract extension Thursday.Buhl started all 18 regular-season games and two playoff contests Edmonton last year. He recorded... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 14:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Morguard acquires Reebok-CCM industrial property in St. Laurent, Que.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53563__morguard_acquires_reebok_ccm_industrial_property_in_st_laurent_que__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Morguard Investments Ltd. says it has acquired the Reebok-CCM Hockey corporate headquarters and distribution centre in St. Laurent, Que., north of Montreal.The acquisition, announced... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 13:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Grande Cache Coal to cut spending and other costs to deal with slump in its business</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53561__grande_cache_coal_to_cut_spending_and_other_costs_to_deal_with_slump_in_its_business_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Grande Cache Coal Corp. (TSX:GCE), a Calgary-based coal miner, says it plans to cut spending and other costs to deal with a slump in its business as steel customers defer coal purchases... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 12:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stratford Shakespeare Festival tickets on sale to general public Saturday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090108/53560__stratford_shakespeare_festival_tickets_on_sale_to_general_public_saturday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Tickets to the upcoming season of the Stratford Shakespeare Festival go on sale to the general public this Saturday, with highlights including Colm Feore in two plays and Barenaked Ladies singer... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 12:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tekmira expects to get $11.2 million payment from partner for manufacturing services</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53558__tekmira_expects_to_get_11_2_million_payment_from_partner_for_manufacturing_services_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Tekmira Pharmaceuticals Corp. (TSX:TKM) says it expects to receive a minimum of $11.2 million over the next three years from its partner Alnylam Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:ALNY)... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 12:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shoreham Resources moves head office to B.C. from Toronto</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/53557__shoreham_resources_moves_head_office_to_b_c_from_toronto_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LANGLEY, B.C. - Shoreham Resources Ltd. (TSXV:SMH), a junior miner with operations in Canada and South America, says it has moved its head office to Langley, B.C. from Toronto.The move was... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 12:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ovechkin, Vanek, Carter added to Eastern Conference all-star team</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20090108/53554__ovechkin_vanek_carter_added_to_eastern_conference_all_star_team_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - There will be no shortage of goal-scorers on the NHL's Eastern Conference all-star team.Alex Ovechkin, Thomas Vanek and Jeff Carter - each tied for the league lead with 27 goals... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 12:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian swimmers earn gold, bronze medals at Pan Pacific swim meet</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090108/53550__canadian_swimmers_earn_gold_bronze_medals_at_pan_pacific_swim_meet_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GUAM - Hassaan Abdel-Khalik of Mississauga, Ont., and Sinead Russell of Oakville, Ont., captured gold and bronze medals, respectively, at the Junior Pan Pacific swimming championships Thursday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 15:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MDS Inc. reports goodwill writedown pushes fourth-quarter loss to $575 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090108/53535__mds_inc_reports_goodwill_writedown_pushes_fourth_quarter_loss_to_575_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Health Sciences firm MDS Inc. (TSX:MDS) says an expected fourth-quarter writedown on goodwill at its MDS Pharma Services division amounts to $320 million, within a range the company had... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 10:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jeremy Irons, Paul Gross among stars donating shoes to the homeless</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090108/53530__jeremy_irons_paul_gross_among_stars_donating_shoes_to_the_homeless_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Oscar winner Jeremy Irons and "Passchendaele" star Paul Gross are among the stars lending their soles in support of the homeless.The award-winning actors are among the celebs partnering... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 07:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Auto sales slump to deepen in 2009, industry's growth will decline: surveys</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090108/53525__auto_sales_slump_to_deepen_in_2009_industry_s_growth_will_decline_surveys_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A new report predicts a double-digit drop in global auto sales on a year-to-year basis will continue through the first half of 2009.Scotia Economics says, however, that it expects... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 11:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090108/53516__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Cleveland Cavaliers easily improved their home record to 18-0 with a win over lowly Charlotte on Wednesday. Going 19-0 is going to be a lot tougher.LeBron James scored 21 points before... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 01:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada whips Czechs 13-0 to lock up semifinal berth at women's U-18 tourney</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090107/53481__canada_whips_czechs_13_0_to_lock_up_semifinal_berth_at_women_s_u_18_tourney_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FUSSEN, Germany - Canada locked up a semifinal berth at the women's world under-18 hockey championship by whipping the Czech Republic 13-0 on Wednesday.Brittany Phillips of Lauder, Man., scored a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 19:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Suroco Energy Inc. resumes operations at Suroriente field in Colombia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090107/53478__suroco_energy_inc_resumes_operations_at_suroriente_field_in_colombia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - A labour strike in Columbia that has been affecting operations of Suroco Energy Inc. (TSXV:SRN) has been lifted, the Calgary-based junior oil producer announced Wednesday.Suroco said... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 16:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Dec. 22-28</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090107/53471__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_dec_22_28_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Dec. 22-28: 1 "House" (Global, Tuesday) - 1,186,0002 "Tuesday Evening Movie" (CBC, Tuesday) -... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 15:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Claude Resources 2008 gold output rose 28 er cent to 45,466 ounces</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090107/53469__claude_resources_2008_gold_output_rose_28_er_cent_to_45_466_ounces_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Claude Resources Inc. (TSX:CRJ), a small gold miner based in Saskatchewan, said its 2008 gold production rose to 45,466 ounces, including 13,551 ounces in the fourth quarter and 25,513... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 15:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scotiabank to raise $200 million in preferred share offering</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090107/53468__scotiabank_to_raise_200_million_in_preferred_share_offering_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Scotiabank says it will issue eight million non-cumulative 6.25 per cent five-year rate preferred shares at $25 each to raise $200 million.The bank (TSX:BNS) said Wednesday it will sell... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 15:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Drabinsky didn't have time or know-how to pull off fraud at Livent: defence</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090107/53465__drabinsky_didn_t_have_time_or_know_how_to_pull_off_fraud_at_livent_defence_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - At least one of the theatre impresarios accused of masterminding a massive accounting fraud at Livent didn't have the time or know-how to pull off such a complex scheme, court heard... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 17:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Drabinsky didn't have time or know-how to pull off fraud at Livent: defence</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090107/53464__drabinsky_didn_t_have_time_or_know_how_to_pull_off_fraud_at_livent_defence_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - At least one of the theatre impresarios accused of masterminding a massive accounting fraud at Livent didn't have the time or know-how to pull off such a complex scheme, court heard... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 17:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blaine Manning of Toronto Rock named NLL overall player of the week</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20090107/53463__blaine_manning_of_toronto_rock_named_nll_overall_player_of_the_week_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Toronto Rock forward Blaine Manning was named National Lacrosse League overall player of the week Wednesday.He had five goals, two assists and five loose balls in Toronto's 15-14... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 14:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bedouin Soundclash's longtime drummer Pat Pengelly leaves band</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090107/53458__bedouin_soundclash_s_longtime_drummer_pat_pengelly_leaves_band_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Bedouin Soundclash has lost one of its founding members.Drummer Pat Pengelly has decided to leave the trio, according to a release from the band's management.Frontman Jay Malinowski and bassist... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 14:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kruger Inc. reduces newsprint production at three mills, aims to avoid layoffs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090107/53453__kruger_inc_reduces_newsprint_production_at_three_mills_aims_to_avoid_layoffs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The downturn in the paper industry has forced Kruger Inc. to cut newsprint production by 25,000 tonnes in the first half of 2009 in a move that seeks to avoid layoffs by spreading around... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 15:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tiomin says it's reviewing merger and acquisition opportunities</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090107/53452__tiomin_says_it_s_reviewing_merger_and_acquisition_opportunities_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Tiomin Resources Inc. (TSX:TIO), a Toronto-based miner, says it's actively reviewing merger and acquisition opportunities created by the collapse of commodity prices and difficult capital... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 13:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Luongo, Souray, Iginla added to NHL Western Conference all-star team</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20090107/53449__luongo_souray_iginla_added_to_nhl_western_conference_all_star_team_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Sheldon Souray of the Edmonton Oilers, Jarome Iginla of the Calgary Flames and Roberto Luongo of the Vancouver Canucks were among 15 players added to the NHL's Western Conference... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 14:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Canadian curling great Schmirler named Freytag Award winner</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090107/53441__former_canadian_curling_great_schmirler_named_freytag_award_winner_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PERTH, Scotland - The late Sandra Schmirler, who captured three world curling championships and Olympic gold before succumbing to cancer in 2000, the was named the winner of the 2009 World Curling... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 11:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enterra Energy Trust says it may reduce capital spending as commodity prices slump</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090107/53435__enterra_energy_trust_says_it_may_reduce_capital_spending_as_commodity_prices_slump_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Enterra Energy Trust (TSX:ENT.UN) says it may limit capital spending in 2009 due to falling commodity prices, and is looking for alternative investment opportunities to complement its... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 10:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ATS Automation closes sale of precision components group to management group</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090107/53428__ats_automation_closes_sale_of_precision_components_group_to_management_group_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMBRIDGE, Ont. - ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. (TSX:ATA), a maker of factory equipment, says it has finalized the sale of its precision components business to a group led by current... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 10:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>WestJet, Air Canada fill more seats in December despite economic uncertainty</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090107/53424__westjet_air_canada_fill_more_seats_in_december_despite_economic_uncertainty_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - WestJet (TSX:WJA) and Air Canada (TSX:AC.A) had fewer empty seats in December despite economic hurdles and one of the "toughest Christmas travel seasons in Canadian history."... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 12:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crosshair, Target agree to combine businesses to create uranium asset base</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090107/53422__crosshair_target_agree_to_combine_businesses_to_create_uranium_asset_base_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Crosshair Exploration and Mining Corp. (TSX:CXX) and Target Exploration and Mining Corp. (TSXV:TEM) have agreed to combine their businesses to create a uranium exploration and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 08:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090107/53408__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Even Charlotte Bobcats rookie D.J. Augustin wasn't intimidated by the suddenly tender Boston Celtics.Raymond Felton scored 25 points and rookie Augustin added 11 of his 20 in overtime as the lowly... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 01:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090107/53407__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ For one night, the Pittsburgh Penguins looked like the talented team that went to the Stanley Cup finals last season.Petr Sykora ended Pittsburgh's seven-game drought without a power-play goal... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 01:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Langkow's two goals lift red-hot Flames to 5-2 win over Sharks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090107/53406__langkow_s_two_goals_lift_red_hot_flames_to_5_2_win_over_sharks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Led by Daymond Langkow, Calgary exacted revenge against the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night.Langkow scored twice as the red-hot Flames cruised past the Sharks 5-2. Since getting... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 02:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Guy Maddin's surreal, dreamy 'My Winnipeg' wins $10,000 prize</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090106/53397__guy_maddin_s_surreal_dreamy_my_winnipeg_wins_10_000_prize_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Guy Maddin's bizarre, fantastical tribute to his hometown, "My Winnipeg," has won a new $10,000 film prize.The avant-garde director was given the Rogers Best Canadian Film Award,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 21:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Regulator accuses electricity resellers of misleading consumers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090106/53396__regulator_accuses_electricity_resellers_of_misleading_consumers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario Energy Board is accusing two electricity marketing companies of making false, misleading or deceptive statements to consumers.The regulator is moving to impose a $200,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 20:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Weakening demand leads to reduced output for Saskatchewan mineral producer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090106/53395__weakening_demand_leads_to_reduced_output_for_saskatchewan_mineral_producer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - A large potash and phosphate producer in Saskatchewan is reducing output due to weakening demand and higher costs.Mosaic says despite net earnings of nearly $960 million for the second... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 20:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ainsworth appoints Richard Huff as president and chief executive</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090106/53394__ainsworth_appoints_richard_huff_as_president_and_chief_executive_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd. (TSX:ANS) named Richard Huff as the new president and chief executive of the company on Tuesday.Huff will join Ainsworth on Jan. 19 at its head office... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 20:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brookfield puts $144 million into Norbord, now owns 75 per cent of its equity</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090106/53381__brookfield_puts_144_million_into_norbord_now_owns_75_per_cent_of_its_equity_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A), one of Canada's largest conglomerates, has stepped up with $144 million to back stop Norbord Inc. (TSX:NBD), a struggling wood panel... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 16:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Landry joins call for Quebec to quickly appoint outside Caisse president</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090106/53374__landry_joins_call_for_quebec_to_quickly_appoint_outside_caisse_president_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Former Quebec premier Bernard Landry has joined the call for the provincial government to fill the void at la Caisse de depot et placement by quickly appointing a new CEO from outside... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 16:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>No TSX IPO activity in second half of 2008, making last year worst in a decade</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090106/53373__no_tsx_ipo_activity_in_second_half_of_2008_making_last_year_worst_in_a_decade_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - There were no initial public offerings on the Toronto Stock Exchange in the last six months of 2008, making last year the worst in at least a decade for Canadian IPOs, according to an... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 16:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada tops Finland 6-0 to stay perfect at women's under-18 tournament</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090106/53369__canada_tops_finland_6_0_to_stay_perfect_at_women_s_under_18_tournament_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FUSSEN, Germany - Canada remained perfect at the women's world under-18 hockey championship Tuesday shutting out Finland 6-0.Marie-Philip Poulin of Beauceville, Que., led the way for Canada with a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 18:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vasogen CEO says company is 'intensely focused' on strategic solution</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090106/53349__vasogen_ceo_says_company_is_intensely_focused_on_strategic_solution_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - The chief executive of Vasogen Inc. (TSX:VAS) says the biotech company's review of strategic alternatives "has taken longer than hoped" and efforts are "intensely focused" on... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 14:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Veteran Canadian defender Gervais retiring from professional soccer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090106/53339__veteran_canadian_defender_gervais_retiring_from_professional_soccer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Injuries have forced Canadian defender Gabriel Gervais to call it quits.The Montreal defender is retiring from professional soccer after seven years with the Impact, the United Soccer... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 12:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Drummondville Voltigeurs trade for forward Chris DiDomenico on Tuesday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090106/53338__drummondville_voltigeurs_trade_for_forward_chris_didomenico_on_tuesday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ One day after winning gold with the Canadian juniors, forward Chris DiDomenico has been traded to the Drummondville Voltigeurs by the Saint John Sea Dogs.Going to the Sea Dogs in exchange are... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 12:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Riders re-sign linebacker Williams and defensive back Frazier</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090106/53331__riders_re_sign_linebacker_williams_and_defensive_back_frazier_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - The Saskatchewan re-signed defensive back Lance Frazier and linebacker Renauld Williams on Tuesday.Both players were scheduled to become free agents next month."Lance and Renauld are... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 11:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Books on sugar, First World War and 19th century Russia make prize short list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090106/53321__books_on_sugar_first_world_war_and_19th_century_russia_make_prize_short_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A history of sugar, a story of the First World War and a portrait of a trial in 19th century Russia have made the short list for the $25,000 Charles Taylor Prize for literary non-fiction.The jury,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 10:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Western Canadian Coal to cut operations at the Brule and Wolverine operations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090106/53318__western_canadian_coal_to_cut_operations_at_the_brule_and_wolverine_operations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Western Canadian Coal Corp. (TSX:WTN), a Vancouver-based coal producer, says it plans to reduce operations at its Brule mine and Wolverine operation in British Columbia, affecting... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 12:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manufacturers see price drops at factory gate, raw materials take record drop</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090106/53314__manufacturers_see_price_drops_at_factory_gate_raw_materials_take_record_drop_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - As oil prices plummeted in November, the prices manufactures got for products leaving the factory gate dropped by a record amount, as did the cost of raw materials.According to Statistics... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 09:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Day4 Energy announces plans to lay off 95 employees due to economic downturn</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090106/53313__day4_energy_announces_plans_to_lay_off_95_employees_due_to_economic_downturn_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - Solar module maker Day4 Energy Inc. (TSX:DFE) says a weak economy has prompted the company to lay off 95 employees, or about one-third of its staff.The Burnaby, B.C. company said... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 16:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Economic impact of junior hockey tournament may exceed $51 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090106/53306__economic_impact_of_junior_hockey_tournament_may_exceed_51_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Organizers of the World Junior Hockey Championship say the economic impact of the event is expected to total about $51 millionCanada won its fifth gold medal in a row Monday night with a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 06:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian officer accused of Afghan murder faces custody hearing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090106/53300__canadian_officer_accused_of_afghan_murder_faces_custody_hearing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CFB PETAWAWA, Ont. - A Canadian Forces officer charged with second-degree murder in the death of a presumed enemy fighter in Afghanistan will have a custody hearing Tuesday afternoon at Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 02:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090106/53298__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Charlie Villanueva says playing against the Toronto Raptors is no big deal. His numbers against his former team would suggest otherwise.Michael Redd scored a season-high 35 points and Villanueva... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 01:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cogliano's third-period winner leads Oilers to 3-2 win over Islanders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090106/53297__cogliano_s_third_period_winner_leads_oilers_to_3_2_win_over_islanders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - There seems to be no such thing as an easy two points for the Edmonton Oilers, even when they're at home against a struggling team.The New York Islanders looked like they were going to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 01:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Volleyball Canada names Arnd Ludwig new women's national team head coach</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090105/53280__volleyball_canada_names_arnd_ludwig_new_women_s_national_team_head_coach_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Arnd (Lupo) Ludwig has been named head coach of the national women's volleyball team, Volleyball Canada announced Monday.Lupo, who signed a four-year deal with the national team, had... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 19:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Russia beats Slovakia 5-2 to win bronze at world junior tournament</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090105/53279__russia_beats_slovakia_5_2_to_win_bronze_at_world_junior_tournament_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Not even a bronze medal could erase Russia's thoughts of what might have been.The Russians defeated Slovakia 5-2 to win their second consecutive bronze medal at the world junior hockey... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 19:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>World champion pacer Somebeachsomewhere wins 2008 Cam Fella Award</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090105/53276__world_champion_pacer_somebeachsomewhere_wins_2008_cam_fella_award_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - The awards keep coming for world champion pacer Somebeachsomewhere.The horse has been voted the unanimous winner of the 2008 Cam Fella Award, named in honour of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 18:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Loring Ward shareholders approve sale to Werba Reinhard</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/finance/business/20090105/53249__loring_ward_shareholders_approve_sale_to_werba_reinhard_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Loring Ward International Ltd. (TSX:LW) shareholders voted Monday to approve sale of the investment-management firm to Werba Reinhard, Inc. but warned the takeover still may not fly.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 15:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada kicks off women's under-18 tournament with 16-1 rout of Switzerland</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090105/53248__canada_kicks_off_women_s_under_18_tournament_with_16_1_rout_of_switzerland_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FUSSEN, Germany - Looking to avenge a bitter defeat to the U.S. in last year's world women's under-18 championship, Canada got off to a good start at this year's tournament by whipping an... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 18:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fourth explosion targets EnCana pipeline in northeastern B.C.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090105/53243__fourth_explosion_targets_encana_pipeline_in_northeastern_b_c__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TOMSLAKE, B.C. - EnCana's natural gas infrastructure in northern British Columbia has been the target of a fourth explosion, but officials with the Calgary-based energy giant still don't know why... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 14:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Probe Resources makes gas discovery in Gulf of Mexico</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090105/53239__probe_resources_makes_gas_discovery_in_gulf_of_mexico_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HOUSTON - Probe Resources Ltd. (TSXV:PBR) says its U.S. subsidiary's new discovery in Gulf of Mexico is capable of producing 25 million to 35 million cubic feet per day of natural gas.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 13:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Steve Yzerman visits Canadian junior team before gold-medal game</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090105/53235__steve_yzerman_visits_canadian_junior_team_before_gold_medal_game_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Steve Yzerman knew how Canada's junior hockey team felt heading into the gold-medal game against Sweden at the world junior hockey championship Monday.Yzerman, the executive director of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 12:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD Bank to Issue $225 million worth of preferred shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090105/53222__td_bank_to_issue_225_million_worth_of_preferred_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) says it has entered into an agreement with a group of underwriters led by TD Securities Inc. to expand a preferred share financing to $225 million.TD... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 13:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Churchill Corp. appoints James Houck as new chief executive</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090105/53218__churchill_corp_appoints_james_houck_as_new_chief_executive_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Churchill Corporation (TSX:CUQ), an Edmonton-based construction services company, says it has appointed veteran oil industry executive James Houck as the company's new president and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 09:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atrium Innovations to acquire Nutri-Health Supplements for $23.9 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090105/53217__atrium_innovations_to_acquire_nutri_health_supplements_for_23_9_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Nutritional supplement maker Atrium Innovations Inc. (TSX:ATB) says it has struck an all-cash deal to buy Arizona-based Nutri-Health Supplements for $23.9 million.The deal will add... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 09:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flint Energy announces multi-year oilsands contract worth up to $18 million a year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090105/53216__flint_energy_announces_multi_year_oilsands_contract_worth_up_to_18_million_a_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Flint Energy Services Ltd. (TSX:FES), a Calgary-based oil industry services cmpany, says it has won a multi-year construction contract to provide well pads and pipelines for CSS Thermal... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 09:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090105/53202__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Even the Montreal Canadiens' minor leaguers are a threat in the NHL.Plagued by injuries to their starting lineup, Andrei Markov scored the lone shootout goal as the Canadiens gave up a two-goal... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 01:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>James Neal scores shootout winner as Dallas downs Canucks 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090105/53201__james_neal_scores_shootout_winner_as_dallas_downs_canucks_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - James Neal scored the decisive shootout goal Sunday as the Dallas Stars rebounded from a lacklustre effort to defeat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2.Neal beat Vancouver netminder Jason... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 01:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090105/53199__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Down two key starters and facing a tough Orlando Magic squad, the Toronto Raptors may have discovered the answer to turning around their season.With Anthony Parker leading the way with a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 00:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>James van Riemsdyk scores OT winner as U.S. beats Czech Republic 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090104/53195__james_van_riemsdyk_scores_ot_winner_as_u_s_beats_czech_republic_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - James van Riemsdyk scored the overtime winner as the United States beat the Czech Republic 3-2 in the fifth-place match at the world junior hockey championships Sunday.The win completes a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 22:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NFL Playoff Roundup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090104/53187__nfl_playoff_roundup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MINNEAPOLIS - All but forgotten as a post-season contender just one month earlier, Andy Reid, Donovan McNabb and the Philadelphia Eagles have a playoff win.Next up: the Super Bowl champions.Brian... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 20:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Andrei Markov scores shootout winner as Montreal edges Florida 6-5</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090104/53178__andrei_markov_scores_shootout_winner_as_montreal_edges_florida_6_5_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Despite a rash of injuries and consistent problems, the Montreal Canadiens continue winning games.Andrei Markov scored the lone goal in the shootout as the Canadiens gave up a two-goal... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 18:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zoeggler wins luge World Cup race on birthday; Canada's Christie 12th</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090104/53164__zoeggler_wins_luge_world_cup_race_on_birthday_canada_s_christie_12th_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KOENIGSSEE, Germany - Canada's Jeff Christie finished 12th in a World Cup luge race won by two-time Olympic champion Armin Zoeggler of Italy on his birthday Sunday.Christie, from Calgary, had a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 13:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the boards Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090104/53152__saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Atlanta coach Mike Woodson needed a reversal of fortune after the Hawks' loss the night before on a buzzer-beating three-pointer.Fortunately for Woodson, Mike Bibby had the right touch after... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 04:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the ice Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090104/53151__saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Battle of Ontario swung in the Toronto's favour Saturday as the Maple Leafs beat the Ottawa Senators in a match of two teams struggling to keep pace in the Eastern Conference.Alexei... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 03:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dwayne Roloson makes 38 saves as the Oilers shoot down Stars 4-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090104/53149__dwayne_roloson_makes_38_saves_as_the_oilers_shoot_down_stars_4_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Dwayne Roloson made 38 saves as the Edmonton Oilers started off a crucial five game homestand on a strong note, defeating the Dallas Stars 4-1 in a battle between two teams trying to... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 00:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Buffalo Bandits open NLL season with 15-11 victory over Philadelphia Wings</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090104/53147__buffalo_bandits_open_nll_season_with_15_11_victory_over_philadelphia_wings_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BUFFALO, N.Y. - The Buffalo Bandits began their NLL title defence with a 15-11 win over the Philadelphia Wings on Saturday night.Mark Steenhuis led the Bandits with four goals and four assists on... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 00:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manning scores four goals as Rock open season with 15-14 win over Titans</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090104/53146__manning_scores_four_goals_as_rock_open_season_with_15_14_win_over_titans_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SUNRISE, Fla. - The Toronto Rock opened their National Lacrosse season with a 15-14 win over the New York Titans on Saturday night.It was the first NLL game ever played in the state of Florida.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 4 Jan 2009 00:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the boards Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090103/53108__friday_s_action_on_the_boards_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Friday's win came as much-needed relief for the Toronto Raptors.Chris Bosh and Andrea Bargnani each scored 19 points and the Raptors snapped a three-game losing streak with an emphatic... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 3 Jan 2009 05:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Silver Recycling sells its subsidiaries after failure to meet vendor note conditions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090102/53069__silver_recycling_sells_its_subsidiaries_after_failure_to_meet_vendor_note_conditions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Silver Recycling Co. (TSXV:TSR) has been forced to sell back its subsidiaries Pyropure Inc. and Sun Valley Film Wash Inc. because the company could not meet all the conditions... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 2 Jan 2009 11:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New Gold places troubled Brazilian mine on care and maintenance</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090102/53058__new_gold_places_troubled_brazilian_mine_on_care_and_maintenance_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - New Gold Inc. (TSX:NGD) said Friday it is placing its Amapari mine in Brazil on temporary care and maintenance, less than two months after writing down the value of the troubled... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 2 Jan 2009 07:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090102/53053__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The atmosphere was electric. Bundled-up fans got a chance to extend their New Year's Eve parties and watch hockey in a venerable stadium where baseball usually fills the seats.If the setting was... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 2 Jan 2009 00:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roy, Pominville each score twice as Buffalo cruises past Toronto 4-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20090102/53049__roy_pominville_each_score_twice_as_buffalo_cruises_past_toronto_4_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jason Pominville and Derek Roy received the message loud and clear.Just 48 hours after being called out by coach Lindy Ruff, the linemates scored two goals apiece to lead the visiting... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 2 Jan 2009 00:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blue Note acquires another 11 per cent of Dynamite Resources</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090101/53039__blue_note_acquires_another_11_per_cent_of_dynamite_resources_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Blue Note Mining Inc. (TSX: BN), a Montreal-based junior miner, says it has acquired another 12.6 million shares of Dynamite Resources Ltd. (TSXV: DNR), raising its stake to nearly 13.8... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 1 Jan 2009 17:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Troops at Kandahar Airfield keeping mum about murder charge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20090103/53024__troops_at_kandahar_airfield_keeping_mum_about_murder_charge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Canadian troops at Kandahar Airfield aren't saying much about a fellow soldier who's been charged with second-degree murder in the death of a presumed enemy fighter.Troops... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 3 Jan 2009 12:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090101/53014__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Minnesota Wild can only hope beating the best NHL team in the Western Conference is a sign of good things to come in 2009.After a rough December which saw the Wild go 4-9-1 to drop from first... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 1 Jan 2009 01:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Iginla, Cammalleri both tally five points each as the Flames beat Oilers 6-4</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090101/53013__iginla_cammalleri_both_tally_five_points_each_as_the_flames_beat_oilers_6_4_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Linemates Jarome Iginla and Michael Cammalleri ended the year in fine fashion with career-high five-point performances."We just congratulated ourselves on both of our firsts," said... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 1 Jan 2009 02:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090101/53012__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Streamers fell on the Toronto Raptors but there was little to celebrate about Wednesday night.Nene scored 21 points, while Carmelo Anthony added 20 to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 114-107 win over... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 1 Jan 2009 00:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sweden secures semifinal berth with 5-0 victory over Russia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081231/52999__sweden_secures_semifinal_berth_with_5_0_victory_over_russia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Andre Petersson and Sweden's national junior team put Russia away early.Petersson, an Ottawa Senators draft pick, scored twice as Sweden (4-0) registered four first-period goals to beat... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 22:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New online music channel features emerging artists, performances</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081231/52992__new_online_music_channel_features_emerging_artists_performances_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Music guru Alan Cross has been snagged to helm a new show on the online music channel, Aux.The interactive channel dedicated to emerging music officially launches at the end of the month... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Dec. 15-21</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081231/52988__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_dec_15_21_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Dec. 15-21: 1 "Criminal Minds" (CTV, Wednesday) - 2,103,000 2 "C.S.I. New York" (CTV, Wednesday)... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CIBC provides $100-million credit line to Air Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081231/52987__cibc_provides_100_million_credit_line_to_air_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - CIBC has provided $50 million to Air Canada (TSX:AC.A) under a one-year lending agreement that provides for the airline to draw a further $50 million over the coming year.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 15:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Homeland Energy shareholders approve common share issue to GMR Energy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081231/52983__homeland_energy_shareholders_approve_common_share_issue_to_gmr_energy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Homeland Energy Group Ltd. (TSX:HEG), a coal producer with operations in South Africa, said shareholders have approved the issuance of 75.8 million common shares to GMR Energy Ltd. of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 13:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ausam Energy and subsidiary Noram Resources seek U.S. bankruptcy protection</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081231/52973__ausam_energy_and_subsidiary_noram_resources_seek_u_s_bankruptcy_protection_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Ausam Energy Corp. (TSXV:AZE) and its wholly owned subsidiary Noram Resources Inc. have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection from creditors.The Calgary-based company said it was... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Labopharm's Ryzolt pain reliever approved by Food and Drug Administration</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081231/52971__labopharm_s_ryzolt_pain_reliever_approved_by_food_and_drug_administration_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Labopharm Inc. (TSX:DDS) says its flagship drug Ryzolt, a once-daily formulation of the painkiller tramadol, has been approved for sale in the world's biggest market for pharmaceuticals.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MedMira reports third-quarter net loss of $1.7M or 2 cents per share</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081231/52970__medmira_reports_third_quarter_net_loss_of_1_7m_or_2_cents_per_share_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - MedMira Inc. (TSXV:MIR) widened its loss in the third quarter after reporting a foreign currency exchange loss of $787,000.The Halifax-based company, which makes rapid diagnostic... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 10:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Moscow Dynamo defeats Canada 5-3 to win Spengler Cup in Davos</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090101/52960__moscow_dynamo_defeats_canada_5_3_to_win_spengler_cup_in_davos_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DAVOS, Switzerland - So close.Czech forward Peter Cajanek scored three times as Moscow Dynamo hung on for a 5-3 win over Canada in the Spengler Cup final Wednesday. Canada rallied from 3-0 down... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 1 Jan 2009 00:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081231/52956__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Chicago Blackhawks may be a rising power in the NHL, but the defending Stanley Cup champions put them in their place.Ty Conklin made 36 saves for his seventh NHL shutout, and Johan Franzen... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 06:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081231/52955__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Joe Johnson's stellar play is putting him in high company.The Atlanta guard scored 12 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter, including the final five of the game, and the streaking Hawks beat the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 06:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canucks snag LaBarbera from Kings for seventh-round pick in 2009 draft</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081231/52953__canucks_snag_labarbera_from_kings_for_seventh_round_pick_in_2009_draft_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Vancouver Canucks added some goaltending insurance Tuesday, acquiring Jason LaBarbera from the Los Angeles Kings for a seventh-round pick in the 2009 NHL entry draft.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 06:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oilexco's main North Sea subsidiary is insolvent: effort to sell company continues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081231/52952__oilexco_s_main_north_sea_subsidiary_is_insolvent_effort_to_sell_company_continues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Oilexco Inc.'s already weakened shares (TSX:OIL) lost another two-thirds of their value Wednesday after the Calgary-based oil and gas company announced that its main subsidiary is... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 18:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Senators snap 12-game road losing streak with 3-2 win over Oilers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081231/52945__senators_snap_12_game_road_losing_streak_with_3_2_win_over_oilers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Desperate to end a massive road losing streak, the Ottawa Senators decided to approach their regular-season match with the Edmonton Oilers with the intensity of a playoff game.It... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 01:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Carter's league-leading 27th goal paces Flyers past Canucks 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081231/52944__carter_s_league_leading_27th_goal_paces_flyers_past_canucks_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Philadelphia Flyers finally got in some quality practice time, and it helped them maintain their near-perfect record in Vancouver over the past two decades.Jeff Carter scored his... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 06:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cobs Bread looking to add 50 franchisees in Canada as part of expansion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081230/52935__cobs_bread_looking_to_add_50_franchisees_in_canada_as_part_of_expansion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Cobs Bread, the Canadian arm of Australian retail bakery franchise Bakers Delight, is looking for 50 franchisees in Canada as part of an expansion across Australia, New Zealand... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nesbitt wins again at national single-distance speedskating championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081230/52934__nesbitt_wins_again_at_national_single_distance_speedskating_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - Christine Nesbitt didn't need to be at full health Tuesday to show why she's one of the top speedskaters in the country.A day after winning the 1,000 metre race, Nesbitt won the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Bank to issue $200 million worth of preferred shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090106/52927__royal_bank_to_issue_200_million_worth_of_preferred_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Royal Bank (TSX:RY) plans to raise $200 million in a public offering of preferred shares, Canada's largest financial institution said Tuesday.Royal said it will issue eight million... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 09:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nikita Filatov scores hat trick as Russia downs Slovakia 8-1 at world juniors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081230/52925__nikita_filatov_scores_hat_trick_as_russia_downs_slovakia_8_1_at_world_juniors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Nikita Filatov is starting to show why he's considered one of the best prospects in hockey - and that could be bad news for Russia's future opponents.Filatov scored three goals - giving... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 22:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Investors drop out of TransCanada's Colorado pipeline project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081230/52908__investors_drop_out_of_transcanada_s_colorado_pipeline_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The credit crunch has prompted some U.S. investors to withdraw from construction of a natural gas pipeline in northwestern Colorado proposed by Canada's largest gas shipper, TransCanada... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 16:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>WestJet stock up by half in past month on hopes for clearer-sailing 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081230/52906__westjet_stock_up_by_half_in_past_month_on_hopes_for_clearer_sailing_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - WestJet Airlines Ltd. stock (TSX:WJA) climbed more than eight per cent Tuesday - up by half from its late-November low thanks to declining fuel costs and optimism about the company's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toms has goal, two assists as Canada returns to Spengler Cup final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081230/52893__toms_has_goal_two_assists_as_canada_returns_to_spengler_cup_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DAVOS, Switzerland - Once again, it will be a Canada-Russia final at the Spengler Cup.Jeff Toms had a goal and two assists as defending champion Canada defeated Moscow Dynamo 6-3 on Tuesday to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 17:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Merrex options 50 per cent of Crackingstone River uranium property</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081230/52891__merrex_options_50_per_cent_of_crackingstone_river_uranium_property_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Merrex Gold Inc. (TSXV:MXI), a junior Halifax miner, says it has acquired a 50 per cent stake in the Crackingstone River uranium property in Saskatchewan and sold 25 per cent of its... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 12:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Allen-Vanguard holding debt time-bomb; management sees strong anti-IED demand</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081230/52890__allen_vanguard_holding_debt_time_bomb_management_sees_strong_anti_ied_demand_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Shell-shocked shareholders of Allen-Vanguard Corp. (TSX:VRS) are hostage to the company's lenders under a new financing deal while management expresses faith in a booming market for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 16:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Barenaked Ladies cover of old 'Hockey Night in Canada' song to air on Dec. 31</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081230/52881__barenaked_ladies_cover_of_old_hockey_night_in_canada_song_to_air_on_dec_31_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Barenaked Ladies' cover of the old "Hockey Night in Canada" theme song will debut on TSN on New Year's Eve.The bluegrass version of the song - which includes vocals - will air during... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 10:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081230/52873__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Montreal Canadiens won a milestone game thanks to a rare offensive explosion from one of their role players.Maxim Lapierre scored the final three goals of the game, leading the Canadiens to a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 06:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081230/52872__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Even with two-time MVP Steve Nash out with back spasms and Amare Stoudemire mired in foul trouble, the Phoenix Suns still had more than enough firepower to dispatch the league-worst Oklahoma City... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 06:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nystrom's short-handed goal leads red-hot Flames to win over Wild</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081229/52867__nystrom_s_short_handed_goal_leads_red_hot_flames_to_win_over_wild_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Eric Nystrom's short-handed goal in the third period led the red-hot Calgary Flames to a 2-1 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Monday.Nystrom picked up a loose puck at centre after... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Talking business: what was said during 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081229/52853__talking_business_what_was_said_during_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Memorable comments from and about the world of business during 2008:"You may not be on the train, but if you're standing in the station watching this train go by and it has a train wreck, you can... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sweden crushes Latvia 10-1 at world junior hockey championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081229/52851__sweden_crushes_latvia_10_1_at_world_junior_hockey_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Sweden has met all expectations so far at the world junior hockey championship, and now it's time to see if they can continue to excel as things get tougher.Magnus Svensson Paajarvi... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Canadiens star Jean Beliveau released from Montreal hospital</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081229/52847__former_canadiens_star_jean_beliveau_released_from_montreal_hospital_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Former Montreal Canadiens star Jean Beliveau was released from a Montreal hospital Monday hours after being admitted due to a drop in blood pressure.Beliveau, 77, was attending the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OEB approves rate decrease for Natural Resource Gas Ltd.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081229/52845__oeb_approves_rate_decrease_for_natural_resource_gas_ltd__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ontario consumers who heat their homes with gas from Natural Resource Gas Ltd. are expected to see their bills drop in the new year.The Ontario Energy Board has approved changes to... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 17:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dissident shareholders keep pressure on Kingsway Financial</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081229/52834__dissident_shareholders_keep_pressure_on_kingsway_financial_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Stilwell Group said Monday it will hold a nine per cent stake in Kingsway Financial Services Inc. (TSX:KFS) for at least three years if it succeeds in removing the insurance company's... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 14:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>B.C. port workers and employers set to resume talks Saturday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090102/52833__b_c_port_workers_and_employers_set_to_resume_talks_saturday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Unionized B.C. port workers who had threatened to strike as early as Friday are set to resume contract talks with their employers Saturday.Tom Dufresne, president of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 2 Jan 2009 14:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Somebeachsomewhere captures Patch Award as top three-year-old colt pacer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081229/52831__somebeachsomewhere_captures_patch_award_as_top_three_year_old_colt_pacer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Another post-season honour for Somebeachsomewhere.The Canadian-owned colt was named the Dan Patch award winner as the top three-year-old colt pacer of the year. The honour is voted upon by members... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 13:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CBC invites Canadians to choose definitive Canuck song for Obama</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081229/52829__cbc_invites_canadians_to_choose_definitive_canuck_song_for_obama_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Barack Obama needs some Canadian content for his iPod.So says CBC Radio 2, which is inviting Canadians to select songs that best define Canada for the incoming U.S. leader, known to be... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 13:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Campbell Resources files for bankruptcy protection after shuttering mine</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090128/52826__campbell_resources_files_for_bankruptcy_protection_after_shuttering_mine_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Campbell Resources Inc. (TSXV:CCH.H) says it's filing for court protection from creditors after financing problems caused the closure of its Copper Rand mine.The Montreal-based gold and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 19:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Antrim Energy seeks regulator's permission to develop North Sea property</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081229/52825__antrim_energy_seeks_regulator_s_permission_to_develop_north_sea_property_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Antrim Energy Inc. (TSX:AEN) is seeking U.K. regulatory permission to develop the Causeway project in the North Sea, beginning with an estimated production of 15,000 oil-equivalent... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 12:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada a win away from Spengler Cup final after 5-2 win over ERC Ingolstadt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081229/52823__canada_a_win_away_from_spengler_cup_final_after_5_2_win_over_erc_ingolstadt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DAVOS, Switzerland - Canada picked up the win it needed Monday at the Spengler Cup, and now faces a showdown with Moscow Dynamo for a berth in the final.Jeff Toms scored twice in a 5-2 victory... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 15:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zaruma Resources loses control of Mexican copper project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081229/52819__zaruma_resources_loses_control_of_mexican_copper_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Zaruma Resources Inc., (TSX:ZMR) says it has lost control over its subsidiary Minerales Libertad as a result of its default on a US$23.5-million loan provided by Empresa Minerales Los... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 11:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Linear Gold combining with Central Sun Mining in all-stock transaction</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081229/52814__linear_gold_combining_with_central_sun_mining_in_all_stock_transaction_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Linear Gold Corp. (TSX:LRR) has struck an agreement to take over Central Sun Mining Inc. (TSX:CSM) in an all-stock transaction valuing Central Sun's equity at about $19 million.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 10:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crew Gold awaits 'review of mining concessions' following Guinea coup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/finance/business/20081229/52810__crew_gold_awaits_review_of_mining_concessions_following_guinea_coup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON - Crew Gold Corp. (TSX:CRU) is in suspense but says it is resuming operations after a brief army-ordered stoppage at its Lefa gold development in Guinea following the West African country's... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 09:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Belzberg Technologies names Judith Robertson, ex-Markets Inc., as CEO</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081229/52807__belzberg_technologies_names_judith_robertson_ex_markets_inc_as_ceo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Belzberg Technologies Inc. (TSX:BLZ) has named Judith Robertson president and chief executive officer.She succeeds Sidney Belzberg, who remains on the board of directors of the company... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 09:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Henrik Sedin, Demitra have two-point nights to lead Canucks over Senators</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081229/52791__henrik_sedin_demitra_have_two_point_nights_to_lead_canucks_over_senators_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - A road-weary Ottawa team proved to be the perfect tonic for slumping Vancouver scorers Henrik Sedin and Pavol Demitra.Sedin and Demitra scored a goal and an assist each to pace... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 02:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081229/52790__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Boston Bruins grabbed a share of first place overall in the NHL, but they had to fight a determined Atlanta Thrashers team for it.Michael Ryder broke a tie with 6:04 left, and the Bruins beat... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 00:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081229/52789__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Cleveland Cavaliers have given their fans more drama than usual in their past couple of home games, but the end result is always the same.LeBron James scored 33 points and took on the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 00:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eric Cole has three-point night as Oilers beat Predators 5-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081228/52784__eric_cole_has_three_point_night_as_oilers_beat_predators_5_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - It has taken 34 games for the Edmonton Oilers to look the way head coach Craig MacTavish thought they would look at the beginning of the season.Erik Cole led the way with a goal and two... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian yachtsman likely to pull out of round-the-world race</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081228/52781__canadian_yachtsman_likely_to_pull_out_of_round_the_world_race_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Derek Hatfield's bid to race around the world appears to have come to an end.The yachtsman from Halifax was forced to abandon the challenging Vendee Globe round-the-world race Sunday after his... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 22:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Filatov, Klopov score twice as Russia beats Finland 5-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081228/52775__filatov_klopov_score_twice_as_russia_beats_finland_5_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - It was only a matter of time before Russian sniper Nikita Filatov started filling the net at the world junior hockey championship.Filatov scored his first two goals of the tournament... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 22:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Saturday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081228/52747__nba_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Orlando Magic centre Dwight Howard has a new name for the fourth quarter. On nights like Saturday's 118-94 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, it's "Hedo Time."Hedo Turkoglu scored 11 of his 26... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 02:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Saturday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081228/52745__nhl_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ At this rate, Jonathan Quick could see a longer stay with the Los Angeles Kings.In his fourth start of the season, Quick made 30 saves against the Phoenix Coyotes to earn his second shutout in a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 01:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bourque's first career hat trick the difference in Flames' 6-3 win over Sens</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081228/52743__bourque_s_first_career_hat_trick_the_difference_in_flames_6_3_win_over_sens_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The breakout season for Calgary Flames winger Rene Bourque continued on Saturday night.Bourque's first career NHL hat trick led the Flames to a 6-3 come-from-behind victory over the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 02:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Slovakia scores seven goals in rout of Latvia at world juniors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081227/52736__slovakia_scores_seven_goals_in_rout_of_latvia_at_world_juniors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - This was a first for Slovakia's Jaroslav Janus.In a 7-2 win over Latvia in the world junior hockey championship on Saturday, Janus faced only 17 shots but not a single one of those came... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 23:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Taylor rolls over van Gerwen 4-0 at Ladbrokes World Darts Championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/sports/athletes/20081227/52734__taylor_rolls_over_van_gerwen_4_0_at_ladbrokes_world_darts_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON, England - Phil Taylor of England stepped up his challenge in the Ladbrokes.com World Darts Championship with a 4-0 defeat of Michael van Gerwen of the Netherlands on Saturday night.Taylor,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 20:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Derailment forces Via Rail to cancel Vancouver to Toronto train</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081227/52712__derailment_forces_via_rail_to_cancel_vancouver_to_toronto_train_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - A derailment in the Vancouver terminal has forced Via Rail to cancel its Saturday Vancouver-to-Toronto train.Via says the derailment occurred during the servicing of the train.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Souray's marker proves to be the difference as Oilers edge Canucks 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081227/52704__souray_s_marker_proves_to_be_the_difference_as_oilers_edge_canucks_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Sheldon Souray's late second-period goal stood up as the winner as the Edmonton Oilers edged the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 on Friday night.Marc Pouliot and Shawn Horcoff also scored... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flaherty welcomes agreement on terms of non-bank ABCP restructuring</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081226/52695__flaherty_welcomes_agreement_on_terms_of_non_bank_abcp_restructuring_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty is welcoming news of an agreement on the terms of the restructuring plan for non-bank sponsored asset-backed commercial paper."The agreement will... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 20:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rundblad and Markstrom power Sweden to 3-1 win over Finland at world juniors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081226/52694__rundblad_and_markstrom_power_sweden_to_3_1_win_over_finland_at_world_juniors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - With Sweden and Finland sharing a long rivalry, it seemed only fitting that the two should meet on the opening day of the world junior hockey championship.Thanks to a pair of first-period... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 22:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Leafs forward John Pohl scores shootout winner, Davos beats Canada 6-5</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081227/52688__former_leafs_forward_john_pohl_scores_shootout_winner_davos_beats_canada_6_5_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DAVOS, Switzerland - Canada's margin for error at the Spengler Cup just got smaller.Former Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Pohl scored the shootout winner to lead host HC Davos to a 6-5 win over... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 18:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian world junior to honour Luc Bourdon with stickers on helmet</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081226/52657__canadian_world_junior_to_honour_luc_bourdon_with_stickers_on_helmet_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's world junior team is planning to honour the memory of Luc Bourdon.The Canadian players will wear 'LB' stickers on their helmets during their tournament opener against the Czech... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 12:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Court extends deadline for ABCP restructuring as panel confirms deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081225/52628__court_extends_deadline_for_abcp_restructuring_as_panel_confirms_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario Superior Court has extended the deadline for the restructuring of the $32-billion frozen asset-backed commercial paper investments until Jan. 16, a group involved in the talks... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 13:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roca Mines to curtail expansion plans for B.C. moly mine</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081224/52601__roca_mines_to_curtail_expansion_plans_for_b_c_moly_mine_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Roca Mines Inc. (TSXV:ROK) says it will continue to operate the MAX molybdenum mine in British Columbia while it continues to generates positive cash flow but suggested that will... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 18:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Electrovaya revenue rises to US$2.5 million for 2008 fiscal year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081224/52600__electrovaya_revenue_rises_to_us_2_5_million_for_2008_fiscal_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Battery maker Electrovaya Inc. (TSX:EFL) says its annual revenue for fiscal 2008 rose to US$2.5 million, including US$650,000 in the fourth quarter ended Sept. 30.The company's loss 2008... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 18:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Linear Gold, Central Sun Mining plan business combination</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081224/52594__linear_gold_central_sun_mining_plan_business_combination_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Linear Gold Corp. (TSX:LRR) plans to acquire Central Sun Mining Inc. (TSX:CSM) in a friendly stock swap that will create a company that's aiming to produce 130,000 ounces of gold... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 16:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Katanga secures US$265-million convertible loan facility</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/finance/business/20081224/52587__katanga_secures_us_265_million_convertible_loan_facility_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON - Katanga Mining Ltd. (TSX:KAT) said Wednesday it has secured a US$265.3 million two-year mandatorily convertible loan facility, a deal that will help ensure its survival as a company.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 14:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>H&R REIT to issue $200M in debentures to Fairfax, distribution halved</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081224/52581__h_r_reit_to_issue_200m_in_debentures_to_fairfax_distribution_halved_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Units of H&R REIT (TSX:HR.UN) rose more than 16 per cent Wednesday after Fairfax Financial (TSX:FFH) agreed to buy $200 million worth of debentures issued by the REIT, a move that will... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 13:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fairfax Financial increases stake in Jazz fund to 12.5 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081224/52580__fairfax_financial_increases_stake_in_jazz_fund_to_12_5_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd (TSX:FFH) has increased its stake in Jazz Air Income Fund (TSX:JAZ.UN) to 12.47 per cent of total units outstanding, after acquiring an additional 300,700... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 13:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Breakwater Resources signs royalty agreement with Red Mile on Myra Falls</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081224/52579__breakwater_resources_signs_royalty_agreement_with_red_mile_on_myra_falls_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Breakwater Resources Ltd. (TSX:BWR) has signed a royalty agreement with Red Mile Resources No. 5 Limited Partnership on a portion of the payable zinc production at the Myra Falls mine in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 13:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Western Canadian Coal to lend US$36 million to new merger partner Cambrian</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090102/52576__western_canadian_coal_to_lend_us_36_million_to_new_merger_partner_cambrian_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Western Canadian Coal (TSX:WTN) said Friday it has agreed to lend US$36 million to a subsidiary of Cambrian Mining, the company's primary shareholder and future merger partner.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 2 Jan 2009 04:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Yamana says 2009 production to be up to 1.4 million gold equivalent ounces</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090112/52575__yamana_says_2009_production_to_be_up_to_1_4_million_gold_equivalent_ounces_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI) said Monday that it expects to produce 1.3 million to 1.4 million gold equivalent ounces in 2009.Production is projected to increase to approximately 1.4... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>North American Tungsten aims at munitions market in tungsten-polymer venture</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081224/52560__north_american_tungsten_aims_at_munitions_market_in_tungsten_polymer_venture_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - North American Tungsten Corp. (TSXV:NTC) has formulated a joint venture to produce and market tungsten-polymer composite, whose uses include replacing lead in environmentally... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 10:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>WestJet and Southwest to sell tickets on each other's routes in late 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081224/52555__westjet_and_southwest_to_sell_tickets_on_each_other_s_routes_in_late_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) and Southwest Airlines have finalized their code-sharing agreement, and the two airlines expect to be selling tickets on one another's routes by late 2009.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 10:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Air Canada secures up to US$195 million in financing from GE Capital</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081224/52553__air_canada_secures_up_to_us_195_million_in_financing_from_ge_capital_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Cash-strapped Air Canada (TSX:AC.A) has negotiated another loan to help it run operations, this time a US$195-million financing agreement with General Electric Capital Corp.Under the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081224/52542__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Winning streaks are nice and all, but Kevin Garnett prefers something more tangible - like a championship ring."Unless you win it all, it's pretty much steam in the air: You see it, and then it... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 01:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081224/52541__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Even Mike Smith of the beleaguered Tampa Bay Lightning had a shutout as NHL goaltenders posted five clean sheets the night before the league's two-day holiday break.Smith made 15 saves as the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 00:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flames rally for three unanswered goals to beat the Ducks 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081224/52538__flames_rally_for_three_unanswered_goals_to_beat_the_ducks_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - With his father looking on and the Pengrowth Saddledome crowd behind him, Brett Sutter sure made an impact in his NHL debut.Sutter, the son of Flames general manager Darryl Sutter,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 01:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Primus likely unable to repay, refinance $23 million coming due in '09: Moodys</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081223/52507__primus_likely_unable_to_repay_refinance_23_million_coming_due_in_09_moody_s_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Moody's Investors Service has lowered its ratings for Primus Telecommunications Group in anticipation the company will be unable to repay or refinance approximately $23 million of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Franco-Nevada to buy 7.29 per cent Gold Quarry royalty interest for US$103.5M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081223/52493__franco_nevada_to_buy_7_29_per_cent_gold_quarry_royalty_interest_for_us_103_5m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Franco-Nevada Corp. (TSX:FNV) is paying US$103.5 million for a 7.29 per cent royalty interest on the Gold Quarry property in Nevada, a deal it says cements its position as the "largest... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 15:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Global Alumina to receive next $33M payment for its share of Guinea project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081223/52488__global_alumina_to_receive_next_33m_payment_for_its_share_of_guinea_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Global Alumina Corp. (TSX: GLA.U), which is involved in a joint venture to develop an alumina project in the Republic of Guinea, said its partners have agreed to pay it the second payment... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 13:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clarke to complete privatization of Madacy at 39 cents a share</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081223/52470__clarke_to_complete_privatization_of_madacy_at_39_cents_a_share_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Units of Madacy Entertainment Income Fund (TSX:MEG.UN) more than doubled in price Tuesday after Clarke Inc. (TSX:CKI) struck a deal to take the music production company private.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081223/52462__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Jermaine O'Neal gave the Toronto Raptors a chance to end their ugly losing streak early, and captain Chris Bosh made sure they didn't waste it.Bosh scored 18 of his 31 points in the fourth quarter... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 02:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081223/52460__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Justin Pogge showed some jitters in his NHL debut. The Toronto Maple Leafs' offence made sure it didin't matter.Matt Stajan scored two goals, including an empty-netter, and Pogge won his debut in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 01:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canucks move into first in Northwest Division with win over Ducks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081223/52457__canucks_move_into_first_in_northwest_division_with_win_over_ducks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Daniel Sedin was surprised his second goal of the night turned out to be the game-winner.Sedin gave Vancouver a 4-1 cushion with less than 14 minutes remaining, but the Canucks... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 03:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Edmonton Oilers move back over .500 with 4-2 win against Phoenix Coyotes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081223/52456__edmonton_oilers_move_back_over_500_with_4_2_win_against_phoenix_coyotes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Just when it looked like the Edmonton Oilers were headed for another disappointing performance at Rexall Place, a third-period power surge salvaged a much-needed home victory.Sheldon... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 01:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian International Trade Tribunal rules countries dumping tubing on market</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081222/52438__canadian_international_trade_tribunal_rules_countries_dumping_tubing_on_market_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today issued an order Monday that will see an anti-dumping duty on structural tubing continued.Following a review of a finding in December 2003,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 19:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Somebeachsomewhere unanimous winner of three-year-old pacing colt award</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081222/52431__somebeachsomewhere_unanimous_winner_of_three_year_old_pacing_colt_award_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - There will be no suspense at next month's O'Brien Awards banquet when the trophy is given to Canada's top three-year-old pacing colt.Somebeachsomewhere was a unanimous... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 18:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Air Canada signs deal for five-year loan worth US$78 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081222/52425__air_canada_signs_deal_for_five_year_loan_worth_us_78_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Air Canada (TSX:AC.B) said Monday that it has signed a deal for a five-year loan for US$78 million with Calyon New York Branch and Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale.The airline said... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>University of Toronto makes Greg DeLaval its full-time head football coach</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081222/52424__university_of_toronto_makes_greg_delaval_its_full_time_head_football_coach_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The University of Toronto has removed the interim tag from head football coach Greg DeLaval's job title.On Monday, the school said DeLaval will become its full-time head football coach... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Retail investors want part in any ABCP settlement: report says deal reached</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081222/52417__retail_investors_want_part_in_any_abcp_settlement_report_says_deal_reached_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Retail investors who hold hundreds of millions of dollars locked up in frozen asset-backed commercial paper investments are asking governments involved in backing a rescue plan to ensure... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pentagon gives Canadian firm contract for 3 helicopters, crews in Afghanistan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081222/52415__pentagon_gives_canadian_firm_contract_for_3_helicopters_crews_in_afghanistan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The United States government has hired a Canadian company to provide three Bell 212 helicopters and crews to ferry supplies and personnel in Afghanistan.Canadian Helicopters Income Fund... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mecachrome gets 30 million euro financing to carry it through restructuring</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081222/52392__mecachrome_gets_30_million_euro_financing_to_carry_it_through_restructuring_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Precision engine component maker Mecachrome International Inc. (TSX:MCH) said Monday it has secured a 30-million-euro (C$50.9 million) financing that will allow it to meet current... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 12:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chamber predicts Ont., Que. to be hardest hit in recession; Sask to perform best</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081222/52386__chamber_predicts_ont_que_to_be_hardest_hit_in_recession_sask_to_perform_best_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The manufacturing-based provinces of Ontario and Quebec will be hardest hit in the current recession, while Saskatchewan will outperform the rest of the country thanks to its... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 11:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian soccer captain Stalteri joins German club Borussia Monchengladbach</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081222/52382__canadian_soccer_captain_stalteri_joins_german_club_borussia_monchengladbach_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONCHENGLADBACH, Germany - Canadian soccer captain Paul Stalteri is returning to Germany.The 31-year-old fullback, who parted ways with Tottenham of the English Premier League over the weekend,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 09:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ivernia says COO will resign as Australian office closes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081222/52379__ivernia_says_coo_will_resign_as_australian_office_closes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ivernia Inc. (TSX:IVW) said Monday that chief operating officer Patrick Scott will resign his position and step down from the board of directors as the miner closes its office in Sydney,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 09:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fronteer Development Group announces plan to buy Aurora Energy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081222/52375__fronteer_development_group_announces_plan_to_buy_aurora_energy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Fronteer Development Group (TSX:FRG) said Monday it intends to buy the common shares of Aurora Energy Resources Inc. (TSX:AXU) that it doesn't already own.The Vancouver-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 11:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>The best movies of 2008 as chosen by The Canadian Press</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081222/52372__the_best_movies_of_2008_as_chosen_by_the_canadian_press_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Top 10 films of 2008 as selected by writers and editors at The Canadian Press:"Before Tomorrow" - This startling debut by Quebec filmmakers Madeline Piujuq Ivalu and Marie-Helene Cousineau is... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 06:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NFL roundup: Sunday's action on the gridiron</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081222/52359__nfl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_gridiron_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Derrick Ward ran for career-best 215 yards and set up Brandon Jacobs' winning two-yard touchdown run with 9:57 left in overtime and the Super Bowl champion New York Giants earned the NFC's top... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081222/52355__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With key contributions from young players Blake Wheeler, David Krejci and Phil Kessel, the Boston Bruins are off to their best start in almost 80 years.Wheeler had a pair of goals, Krejci had... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081222/52354__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Rajon Rondo isn't considered one of Boston's Big Three. That's what makes him so dangerous.Rondo scored 18 of his 26 points in the quarter to help the Celtics tie a franchise record with their... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Zakreski and Anderson miss podium at World Cup stop</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081221/52347__canada_s_zakreski_and_anderson_miss_podium_at_world_cup_stop_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AROSA, Switzerland - Kimiko Zakreski of Calgary and Jasey Jay Anderson of Mont-Tremblant, Que., placed fifth and sixth respectively in the parallel giant slalom races Sunday at a snowboard World... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 18:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tyrell sidelined for world junior championships with knee injury</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081221/52336__tyrell_sidelined_for_world_junior_championships_with_knee_injury_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ORANGEVILLE, Ont. - A knee injury has ended Dana Tyrell's world junior hockey tournament before it had even begun.Hockey Canada announced Sunday that the Prince George Cougars forward would be... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 15:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Penguins star Crosby surpasses Jagr's record for most all-star votes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20081221/52329__penguins_star_crosby_surpasses_jagr_s_record_for_most_all_star_votes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - With almost two weeks of voting remaining, Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby surpassed Jaromir Jagr's record for the most votes ever received by a player in NHL all-star game fan... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 13:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Union says loggers at AbitibiBowater mill in N.L. told to go home by company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081221/52321__union_says_loggers_at_abitibibowater_mill_in_n_l_told_to_go_home_by_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GRAND FALLS-WINDSOR, N.L. - A union spokesman says loggers who work for the AbitibiBowater mill in Newfoundland and Labrador have been told to go home by the company.Gary Healey, of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 12:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the ice Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081221/52308__saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Alex Kovalev is quickly putting his scoring struggles behind him and the Montreal Canadiens are reaping the benefits.The Russian right wing scored with 24.3 seconds left in overtime to give... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 02:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the boards Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081221/52307__saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ For the second straight night, the ball was in Kobe Bryant's hands with the game on the line.Despite scoring a season-high 41 points, Bryant wasn't able to convert Saturday night either as the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 02:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kane and Sharp score to help Blackhawks extend win streak to seven games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081221/52306__kane_and_sharp_score_to_help_blackhawks_extend_win_streak_to_seven_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Patrick Sharp and Patrick Kane weren't even born the last time the Chicago Blackhawks had a seven-game winning streak.Now they're leading the re-birth of the storied Original Six... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 06:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Smith's overtime winner propels Ottawa to 5-4 win over Dallas</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081220/52300__smith_s_overtime_winner_propels_ottawa_to_5_4_win_over_dallas_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Jason Smith's first point as an Ottawa Senator couldn't have come at a better time.Smith's first goal of the season at 3:30 of overtime lifted the Senators to a 5-4 victory over the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 23:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kovalev overtime hero as Habs win second straight 4-3 over Sabres</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081221/52298__kovalev_overtime_hero_as_habs_win_second_straight_4_3_over_sabres_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Alex Kovalev is finding out how much more he can accomplish by doing a little less.Sergei Kostitsyn scored twice and Kovalev notched the overtime winner as the Montreal Canadiens erased... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 00:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Smith's overtime winner propels Ottawa to 5-4 win over Dallas</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081220/52296__smith_s_overtime_winner_propels_ottawa_to_5_4_win_over_dallas_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Jason Smith's first point as an Ottawa Senator couldn't have come at a better time.Smith's first goal of the season at 3:30 of overtime lifted the Senators to a 5-4 victory over the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 23:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>England's Phil Taylor shuts out Steve Grubb at world darts championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081220/52295__england_s_phil_taylor_shuts_out_steve_grubb_at_world_darts_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ England's Phil Taylor blanked fellow countryman Steve Grubb 3-0 on Saturday to advance at the world darts championship.Taylor, a 13 time world champion, made few mistakes against Grubb in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 21:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Shouldice earns bronze medal in freestyle aerials event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081220/52271__canadian_shouldice_earns_bronze_medal_in_freestyle_aerials_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHANGCHUN, China. - Calgary's Warren Shouldice overcame windy conditions to claim a bronze medal in a World Cup aerials competition Saturday.High winds forced cancellation of the men's aerials... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 14:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Osborne-Paradis finishes third in World Cup downhill ski event.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081220/52261__canadian_osborne_paradis_finishes_third_in_world_cup_downhill_ski_event__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VAL GARDENA, Italy - Mother Nature did Vancouver's Manuel Osborne-Paradis a huge favour Saturday.All week in downhill training, Osborne-Paradis struggled with the opening two gates of the course.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 16:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the boards Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081220/52250__friday_s_action_on_the_boards_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Nobody needs to tell the New Jersey Nets - or their fans - who got the better end of this deal.Playing for the first time in New Jersey since being traded to Dallas, Jason Kidd and Mavericks owner... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 02:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the ice Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081220/52249__friday_s_action_on_the_ice_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Jonas Hiller figured that all the Edmonton Oilers' shots he faced kept him sharp.The Swiss goalie matched the Anaheim record with 51 saves, and turned aside three shootout tries in the Ducks' 3-2... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 02:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Amy Gough wins gold at Intercontinental Cup skeleton race</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081220/52248__canadian_amy_gough_wins_gold_at_intercontinental_cup_skeleton_race_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAKE PLACID, N.Y. - Amy Gough of Abbotsford, B.C., clocked a two-run time of one minute 53.16 seconds to win the Intercontinental Cup skeleton race Friday.The win makes it three straight victories... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 00:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Duncan Keith scores OT winner as Blackhawks down Flames 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081220/52246__duncan_keith_scores_ot_winner_as_blackhawks_down_flames_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Duncan Keith got the goal but Jonathan Toews got the credit.Set up by a gritty individual effort by Toews, Keith's goal 23 seconds into overtime Friday night gave Chicago a 3-2 victory... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 01:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Corey Perry scores shootout winner as Ducks beat Oilers 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081220/52245__corey_perry_scores_shootout_winner_as_ducks_beat_oilers_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers got more than their fair share of shots but just couldn't get past Jonas Hiller.Hiller tied a team record with 51 saves and Corey Perry scored in regulation and... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 11:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian John Part defeated at Ladbrokes.com dart championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/sports/athletes/20081219/52237__canadian_john_part_defeated_at_ladbrokes_com_dart_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON - Defending champion John Part was defeated in the opening round by American Bill Davis 3-0 at the Ladbrokes.com World Darts Championship.Part, an Oshawa, Ont., native who is known as Darth... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 21:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TimberWest Forest says debt amendments approved by unitholders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081219/52231__timberwest_forest_says_debt_amendments_approved_by_unitholders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - TimberWest Forest Corp. (TSX:TWF.UN) said Friday that proposed changes to the debt component of its stapled units have been approved by unitholders.Last month, TimberWest... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 19:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sheridan Scott joins David Dodge, Eddie Goldenberg at law firm Bennett Jones</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081219/52223__sheridan_scott_joins_david_dodge_eddie_goldenberg_at_law_firm_bennett_jones_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Bennett Jones LLP has named Sheridan Scott as a partner as she ends her term as federal commissioner of competition, joining former Bank of Canada governor David Dodge on the corporate... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 18:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AbitibiBowater says N.L. move to seize assets illegal, threatens NAFTA suit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081219/52214__abitibibowater_says_n_l_move_to_seize_assets_illegal_threatens_nafta_suit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - AbitibiBowater (TSX:ABH) is threatening legal action under the North American Free Trade Agreement over Newfoundland and Labrador's move to expropriate its resource rights and hydro... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Edmonton Eskimos re-sign running back McCarty to multi-year deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081219/52211__edmonton_eskimos_re_sign_running_back_mccarty_to_multi_year_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Eskimos re-signed Canadian running Calvin McCarty to a multi-year contract extension Friday.The five-foot-10, 215-pound McCarty ran for 490 yards on 88 carries and four... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Electronic Arts to make deeper cuts, consolidate Vancouver's Black Box studio</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081219/52203__electronic_arts_to_make_deeper_cuts_consolidate_vancouver_s_black_box_studio_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Video game maker Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) says it will make deeper staff cuts than originally planned and will consolidate facilities, including moving its... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 14:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calendar of Canadian concerts for Dec. 20 to Feb. 1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081219/52196__calendar_of_canadian_concerts_for_dec_20_to_feb_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A look at some concerts scheduled in the days ahead (check local organizers for details):NEW BRUNSWICKDec. 21 - The Australian Pink Floyd Show, Moncton, Coliseum.Other notablesMarch 11 - Great... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Dec. 8-14</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081219/52190__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_dec_8_14_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Dec. 8-14: 1 "C.S.I." (CTV, Thursday) - 2,891,000 2 "House" (Global, Tuesday) - 2,242,0003... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petro-Canada strikes deal with locked-out Montreal refinery workers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081219/52182__petro_canada_strikes_deal_with_locked_out_montreal_refinery_workers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Petro-Canada (TSX:PCA) has struck a deal to end a 13-month-old lockout at its Montreal oil refinery.The Calgary-based energy company said Friday a ratification vote will be held Tuesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 14:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Potash Corp. of Sask issues layoff notices to more than 900 employees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081219/52181__potash_corp_of_sask_issues_layoff_notices_to_more_than_900_employees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - The Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan has issued temporary layoff notices to more than 900 employees.The company, which operates six potash mines in the province, announced last week that it... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada picks up fourth World Cup freestyle skiing medal in two days</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081219/52177__canada_picks_up_fourth_world_cup_freestyle_skiing_medal_in_two_days_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHANGCHUN, China - Canadian freestyle skier Veronika Bauer earned a bronze Friday for the 20th World Cup medal of her career.Windy, snowy conditions forced cancellation of the second round of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Bank to acquire Mourant Private Wealth for undisclosed price</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081219/52166__royal_bank_to_acquire_mourant_private_wealth_for_undisclosed_price_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ JERSEY, Channel Islands - Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) has signed a deal to acquire Mourant Private Wealth, a 47-employee private client trust business of Mourant Ltd.The pricetag of the deal,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 10:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's economy falls into recession, says RBC Economics report</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081219/52150__canada_s_economy_falls_into_recession_says_rbc_economics_report_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Weaker U.S. growth and tight credit have resulted in Canada's economy falling into recession, according to a report by RBC Economics.It says the country's economy will record growth of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081219/52141__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ In a game featuring four goaltenders, Boston's Manny Fernandez was the last goalie standing Thursday night.Fernandez turned aside 13 shots in the third period and David Krejci had his first NHL... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pengrowth cuts distributions, to spend $215 million on 2009 capital program</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081218/52130__pengrowth_cuts_distributions_to_spend_215_million_on_2009_capital_program_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Pengrowth Energy Trust (TSX:PGF.UN) announced Thursday it was cutting its monthly distributions by 25 per for January.The fund said it would pay 17 cents per unit, down from 22.5 cents... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ballard securityholders approve deal with Superior Plus Income Fund</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081218/52128__ballard_securityholders_approve_deal_with_superior_plus_income_fund_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Fuel-cell maker Ballard Power Systems Inc. (TSX:BLD) said Thursday that its securityholders have approved a deal that will see it shed its old corporate shell and hand it over to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Team World leads North America 36-18 through opening day of Continental Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081219/52122__team_world_leads_north_america_36_18_through_opening_day_of_continental_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMROSE, Alta. - A productive night draw helped Team North America salvage some respectability after a difficult first day at the $88,000 Continental Cup curling event.The North American side won... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Domtar to permanently close Lebel-sur-Quevillon pulp mill and sawmill</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081218/52117__domtar_to_permanently_close_lebel_sur_quevillon_pulp_mill_and_sawmill_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Forestry company Domtar Corp. (TSX:UFS) said Thursday it will permanently close its Lebel-sur-Quevillon, Que., pulp mill and sawmill which employed 565 people before they were idled more... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 19:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>North Sea explorer Oilexco down more than 42 per cent on TSX</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081218/52113__north_sea_explorer_oilexco_down_more_than_42_per_cent_on_tsx_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Shares in North Sea oil and gas explorer Oilexco Inc. (TSX:OIL) plummeted more than 40 per cent on the Toronto Stock Exchange Thursday amid financing concerns.The stock closed at $1.10... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 19:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ATB Financial survey suggests optimism fading among Alberta businesses</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081218/52109__atb_financial_survey_suggests_optimism_fading_among_alberta_businesses_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - ATB Financial's latest Business Sentiment Index suggests optimism is waning among Alberta businesses.About 400 companies throughout Alberta were asked about their outlook for the first... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 17:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Heil, Rousseau and Bilodeau win medals at freestyle skiing World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081218/52086__heil_rousseau_and_bilodeau_win_medals_at_freestyle_skiing_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MERIBEL, France - Olympic champion Jennifer Heil captured a silver medal in her return to the World Cup freestyle skiing circuit Thursday while fellow Canadian Pierre-Alexandre Rousseau kicked off... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ambrilia makes further cost cuts, lays off workers, explores strategic options</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081218/52085__ambrilia_makes_further_cost_cuts_lays_off_workers_explores_strategic_options_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Ambrilia Biopharma Inc. (TSX:AMB), a Montreal-based drug developer, says it has taken additional cost-cutting actions and laid off workers to preserve cash.The company also said... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal Impact re-sign goalkeeper Matt Jordan to two-year deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081218/52075__montreal_impact_re_sign_goalkeeper_matt_jordan_to_two_year_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Montreal Impact locked up a key player from their CONCACAF Champions League run with the signing of goalkeeper Matt Jordan to a two-year contract on Thursday.Jordan was named most... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Profits in auto parts industry decline by 38 per cent in 2008: Conference Board</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081218/52061__profits_in_auto_parts_industry_decline_by_38_per_cent_in_2008_conference_board_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Profits in Canada's auto parts industry are estimated to have fallen 38 per cent this year to the lowest level in at least nine years, according to the Conference Board of Canada.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 18:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Tales of Beedle the Bard&quot; by J.K. Rowling tops Amazon.ca books list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081218/52057___quot_the_tales_of_beedle_the_bard_quot_by_j_k_rowling_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the 10 best selling fiction and non-fiction books for this week from Amazon.ca. Bracketed figures indicate position the previous week: FICTION1 (1) The Tales of Beedle the Bard - J.K.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 10:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Composite leading index falls 0.7 per cent in November</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081218/52043__composite_leading_index_falls_0_7_per_cent_in_november_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The composite leading index fell 0.7 per cent in November, its third straight retreat and the largest since January 1991.Statistics Canada reports the decline was dominated by a large... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Prices key factor as October retail sales slip: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081218/52040__prices_key_factor_as_october_retail_sales_slip_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says price reductions were the key factor in a 0.9 per cent drop in retail sales in October.Retail sales totalled $35.9 billion during the month as six of eight sectors... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Frontera Copper's board urges rejection of $38-million Invecture offer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081218/52039__frontera_copper_s_board_urges_rejection_of_38_million_invecture_offer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Frontera Copper Corp. (TSX:FCC) said Thursday its board of directors is recommending that shareholders reject a $38-million offer that would see Mexico's Invecture take control of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>General Motors and Chrysler jump-start merger talks, report.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081218/52017__general_motors_and_chrysler_jump_start_merger_talks_report__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Wall Street Journal is reporting General Motors and Chrysler have reopened merger talks.The newspaper cites people familiar with the matter who say the new talks began after Chrysler... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 02:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081218/52014__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With the rough reception he received at the Air Canada Centre on Wednesday, Chris Bosh is actually looking forward to hitting the road.The Dallas Mavericks came back from a double-digit deficit... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pembina Pipeline Income fund to spend $262 million on capital projects</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081217/52005__pembina_pipeline_income_fund_to_spend_262_million_on_capital_projects_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Pembina Pipeline Income Fund (TSX:PIF.UN) said it planned to spend $262 million on capital projects next year, up 15 per cent from its 2008 estimates.About $150 million, or about 57 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 21:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>BCE sues Teachers'-led private equity group for $1.2-billion break fee</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081217/51997__bce_sues_teachers_led_private_equity_group_for_1_2_billion_break_fee_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE) sued the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan and its partners Wednesday for a $1.2-billion break fee over the group's failure to complete its purchase of the Bell Canada... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 20:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff releasing family memoir in April</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081217/51993__liberal_leader_michael_ignatieff_releasing_family_memoir_in_april_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A family memoir by new Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff will be released next April by Penguin Group Canada, the publisher said Wednesday.Titled "True Patriot Love: Four Generations in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 19:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AbitibiBowater considering legal action after N.L. government seizes assets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081217/51986__abitibibowater_considering_legal_action_after_n_l_government_seizes_assets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Newsprint giant AbitibiBowater (TSX:ABH) said Wednesday it will consider all its options, including legal action, to address the expropriation of its provincial assets and resource... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 17:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CEO of Art Gallery of Ontario honoured for work expanding the gallery</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081217/51981__ceo_of_art_gallery_of_ontario_honoured_for_work_expanding_the_gallery_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Matthew Teitelbaum, director and chief executive of the Art Gallery of Ontario, has received a $20,000 award for his work to expand and update the gallery."The Transformation AGO project... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rio Tinto Alcan scraps equity stake in Ma'aden aluminium project in Saudi Arabia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081217/51968__rio_tinto_alcan_scraps_equity_stake_in_ma_aden_aluminium_project_in_saudi_arabia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Rio Tinto Alcan (TLSE:RIO) says it's ending its equity partnership in an integrated aluminum project in Saudi Arabia and will instead work with Saudi Arabian Mining Co. to develop the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 14:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First volume of Neil Young's career retrospective has 10 discs, costs over US$300</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081217/51962__first_volume_of_neil_young_s_career_retrospective_has_10_discs_costs_over_us_300_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - More details have been revealed about the first volume of Neil Young's comprehensive career retrospective, which is expected to be released on DVD and Blu-ray discs next year.A... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebecor World says Pierre Karl Peladeau, three others have quit board</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081217/51937__quebecor_world_says_pierre_karl_peladeau_three_others_have_quit_board_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Troubled commercial printer Quebecor World Inc. (TSX:IQW) says Pierre Karl Peladeau, Erik Peladeau, Jean Neveu and Jean La Couture have resigned from the Montreal-based company's board.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 14:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Opti sells nearly a third of its stake in oilsands joint venture to Nexen for $735 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081217/51935__opti_sells_nearly_a_third_of_its_stake_in_oilsands_joint_venture_to_nexen_for_735_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Opti Canada Inc. (TSX:OPC) has agreed to sell nearly a third of its stake in the Long Lake oilsands joint venture to partner Nexen Inc. (TSX:NXY) for $735 million.The sale of the 15 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 14:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wholesale sales fall 1.8 per cent in October: Statistics Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081217/51931__wholesale_sales_fall_1_8_per_cent_in_october_statistics_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada said Wednesday that wholesale sales fell a greater than expected 1.8 per cent in October to $45.3 billion, led by declines in the recycled metals industry and the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario Savings Bonds interest rate set at 1.75 per cent until June 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081217/51930__ontario_savings_bonds_interest_rate_set_at_1_75_per_cent_until_june_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario government says the interest rate for the variable rate Ontario Savings Bonds will be 1.75 per cent for the next six months.The rate is re-set every six months according to... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kirkland Lake Gold Inc. to proceed with mine development</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081217/51925__kirkland_lake_gold_inc_to_proceed_with_mine_development_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Junior miner Kirkland Lake Gold Inc. (TSX:KGI) says it will develop its South Mine Complex project using its own workers.The company had announced in October that it would proceed with outside... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 06:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081217/51917__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The banged-up Houston Rockets showed a glimpse of how good they can be in their win over Denver of Tuesday.Just wait until the rest of the team gets healthy. Tracy McGrady notched his fourth... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 01:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081217/51916__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ As bad as the Edmonton Oilers have been at home this season, they managed to sink to rare depths at Rexall Place on Tuesday.Troy Brouwer had two goals and an assist and Patrick Kane added a goal... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 01:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brouwer scores twice, adds assist as Blackhawks embarrass Oilers 9-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081217/51914__brouwer_scores_twice_adds_assist_as_blackhawks_embarrass_oilers_9_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Troy Brouwer had two goals and an assist and Patrick Kane added a goal and two assists as the Chicago Blackhawks extended their winning streak to five games by routing the Edmonton... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 01:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Report says that Canadian Idol is being put on ice for a one year rest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081216/51911__report_says_that_canadian_idol_is_being_put_on_ice_for_a_one_year_rest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "Canadian Idol" is being put on the shelf in 2009, CTV announced Tuesday.The program hosted by Ben Mulroney finished its sixth season this fall and remained a Canadian TV ratings... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 23:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Armstrong scores pair of goals to lead Thrashers over struggling Senators</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081216/51908__armstrong_scores_pair_of_goals_to_lead_thrashers_over_struggling_senators_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - In a season featuring more lows than highs, the Ottawa Senators reached new depths Tuesday.Colby Armstrong scored twice and the Atlanta Thrashers - owners of one of the worst records in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 23:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DBRS puts Magna International under review with 'negative implications'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081216/51906__dbrs_puts_magna_international_under_review_with_negative_implications__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Debt rating agency DBRS placed auto parts maker Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG.A) under review with "negative implications" on Tuesday.The agency said the move was due to the sharp... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alberta regulator denies Shell applications to build sour gas well, pipelines</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081216/51894__alberta_regulator_denies_shell_applications_to_build_sour_gas_well_pipelines_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - An Alberta regulator has denied applications from Shell Canada Ltd. to build a sour gas well and two pipelines in southwestern Alberta.The company also wanted to build a single well gas... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 20:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Husky Energy to spend $2.6 billion in 2009 capital program</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081216/51886__husky_energy_to_spend_2_6_billion_in_2009_capital_program_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Husky Energy Inc. (TSX:HSE) said Tuesday it will spend about $1 billion less in 2009 than it expects to spend this year as it focuses on developing offshore assets in Eastern Canada and... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Rob Roy The Musical,' about Scottish hero, to debut in Toronto in spring</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081216/51883___rob_roy_the_musical_about_scottish_hero_to_debut_in_toronto_in_spring_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "Rob Roy The Musical" will make its Canadian debut in Toronto in the spring.The show, about the legendary Scottish hero in the early 18th century, will officially open March 26 at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Great-West and London Life put moratorium on real estate fund redemptions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081216/51872__great_west_and_london_life_put_moratorium_on_real_estate_fund_redemptions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Great-West Life Assurance Co. and its London Life Insurance Co. subsidiary have placed temporary moratoriums on redemptions from two real estate funds.Great-West said Tuesday it has... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Machesney, Kemp loaned to Canada for Spengler Cup title defence</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081216/51862__machesney_kemp_loaned_to_canada_for_spengler_cup_title_defence_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Goaltender Daren Machesney of Hamilton and defenceman T.J. Kemp of Pickering, Ont., have been loaned by their NHL clubs to the Canadian team that will defend its title at the Spengler Cup, Hockey... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 15:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Meeting held to try to resolve Steve Moore's lawsuit against Bertuzzi</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081216/51859__meeting_held_to_try_to_resolve_steve_moore_s_lawsuit_against_bertuzzi_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Former NHL player Steve Moore and one-time Vancouver Canuck Todd Bertuzzi met face-to-face Monday in a court-ordered mediation hearing aimed at settling a lawsuit before it goes to court.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AbitibiBowater considering legal action after N.L. government seizes assets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081217/51858__abitibibowater_considering_legal_action_after_n_l_government_seizes_assets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Newsprint giant AbitibiBowater (TSX:ABH) said Wednesday it will consider all its options, including legal action, to address the expropriation of its provincial assets and resource... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 22:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian households lose $191b in Q3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081216/51854__canadian_households_lose_191b_in_q3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A new report has found the net worth of Canadian households dropped about $191 billion in the third quarter as stock prices tumbled.Statistics Canada says the 3.2 per cent decline in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cornerback Davis Sanchez signs two-year contract with Alouettes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081216/51850__cornerback_davis_sanchez_signs_two_year_contract_with_alouettes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL -Cornerback Davis Sanchez re-signed with the Montreal Alouettes on Tuesday.Sanchez signed a one-year deal, plus an option, the CFL club announced.The 34-year-old Vancouver native was an... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier and Alstom win US$176M train contract extension in Belgium</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081216/51844__bombardier_and_alstom_win_us_176m_train_contract_extension_in_belgium_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BERLIN - Bombardier Transportation (TSX:BBD.B) and Alstom Transport have been awarded a deal worth US$176 million to build 72 double-deck train cars for Belgian National Railways.The agreement... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 12:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rusoro Mining's bid for Gold Reserve remains open despite injunction application</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090105/51843__rusoro_mining_s_bid_for_gold_reserve_remains_open_despite_injunction_application_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Rusoro Mining Ltd. (TSXV:RML) said Monday its unsolicited all-stock takeover bid for Gold Reserve Inc. (TSX:GRZ) remains open despite Gold Reserve's court application for an... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 10:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Central Tax purchases CGI Group electronic payment division</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081216/51841__central_tax_purchases_cgi_group_electronic_payment_division_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A) has sold its electronic payment division to Central Tax Inc., a six-year-old Quebec company specializing in automated property tax management and payments.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 11:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Churchill Energy taking over Welton Energy in all-stock arrangement</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081216/51831__churchill_energy_taking_over_welton_energy_in_all_stock_arrangement_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Churchill Energy Inc. (TSXV:CEI) has struck an agreement to acquire Welton Energy Corp. (TSX:WLT) in exchange for 5.5 million common shares and the assumption of $3.2 million of debt.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 09:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manufacturing sales slip in October</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081216/51829__manufacturing_sales_slip_in_october_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Manufacturing sales decreased 1.8 per cent in October, bringing constant-dollar sales to their lowest monthly level since December 2001.Statistics Canada reports the Canada-U.S. exchange... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 09:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GLV to cut 45 jobs as it cuts pulp and paper group costs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081216/51828__glv_to_cut_45_jobs_as_it_cuts_pulp_and_paper_group_costs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Industrial water treatment firm GLV Inc. (TSX:GLV.A) will cut $5.5 million in costs at its pulp and paper group in North America and Europe, cutting 45 jobs or about six per cent of its... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 09:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Laurentian Bank predicts modest economic growth for Canada in 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081216/51813__laurentian_bank_predicts_modest_economic_growth_for_canada_in_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Laurentian Bank of Canada (TSX:LB) predicts economic growth of just 0.5 per cent in Canada next year.The Montreal-based bank released its economic outlook on Tuesday, saying the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 07:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081216/51806__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Deron Williams may be one of the NBA's elite point guards, but it was Rajon Rondo who owned that position Monday night.Rondo scored 12 of his career-high 25 points in the final 5:20 as the Boston... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 01:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petrowest Energy Services Trust extend credit facility, but reduced</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081215/51790__petrowest_energy_services_trust_extend_credit_facility_but_reduced_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Petrowest Energy Services Trust (TSX:PRW.UN) said Monday it has signed a deal with its banking syndicate to extend its credit facility to Dec. 14, 2009, but at a reduced amount.The trust... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Poll show men and women in agreement on Sean Avery situation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081215/51779__poll_show_men_and_women_in_agreement_on_sean_avery_situation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A majority of Canadians backed the NHL's decision to temporarily ban bad boy Sean Avery for his potty-mouthed remark about his ex-girlfriends, according to a new Canadian Press... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 19:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of Montreal to raise up to $1.1 billion in common share issue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081215/51769__bank_of_montreal_to_raise_up_to_1_1_billion_in_common_share_issue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) said Monday it plans to raise up to $1.1 billion in a common share offering.The bank said it will offer 33.3 million common shares at $30 per share to raise $1... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Bank says clients have $50M in exposure to alleged Madoff fraud</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081215/51767__royal_bank_says_clients_have_50m_in_exposure_to_alleged_madoff_fraud_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) says some of its clients have less than $50 million in exposure to alleged US$50-billion Ponzi scheme run by Wall Street investment manager Bernard Madoff.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>April Wine to be inducted into Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081215/51766__april_wine_to_be_inducted_into_canadian_music_industry_hall_of_fame_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian rockers April Wine will be inducted into the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame next year.The group will receive the honour, as well as a Lifetime Achievement Award, at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wii still flying off the shelf as 2008 video game sales near $2 billion in</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081215/51762__wii_still_flying_off_the_shelf_as_2008_video_game_sales_near_2_billion_in_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadians are on track to spend more than $2 billion on video games in 2008.The NPD Group, which tracks the video game industry, reported Monday that 2008 sales in Canada including... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Hollinger executive David Radler granted parole from prison</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081215/51753__former_hollinger_executive_david_radler_granted_parole_from_prison_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Former newspaper executive David Radler, imprisoned for joining Conrad Black in a multimillion-dollar swindle of the Hollinger International media empire, has been granted full... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 19:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cirque du Soleil founder invests $9 million in Prestige Telecom</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081215/51744__cirque_du_soleil_founder_invests_9_million_in_prestige_telecom_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Prestige Telecom Inc. (TSXV:PR) is getting a cash infusion from the founder of the Cirque du Soleil to help it fund its purchase of Radian Communication Services from Onex Corp.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calian wins $40 million contract with Department of National Defence</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081215/51737__calian_wins_40_million_contract_with_department_of_national_defence_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANATA, Ont. - Calian Technologies Ltd. (TSX:CTY) says it has won a contract from the Department of National Defence to provide technical training services at the Canadian Forces School of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Verenex stock gets boost after rumours of CNPC takeover bid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081215/51735__verenex_stock_gets_boost_after_rumours_of_cnpc_takeover_bid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shares in Verenex Energy Inc. (TSX:VNX) jumped more than 12 per cent on the Toronto Stock Exchange Monday morning after a report Chinese oil giant China National Petroleum Corp. is... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Connacher's oilsands project meets targets but production scaled back</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081215/51716__connacher_s_oilsands_project_meets_targets_but_production_scaled_back_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Connacher Oil and Gas Ltd. (TSX:CLL) says bitumen production at its Great Divide Pod One oilsands project has passed the two-million-barrel mark, but the company plans to throttle back on... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 17:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ballard CFO David Smith resigns from company, effective Jan. 30</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081215/51715__ballard_cfo_david_smith_resigns_from_company_effective_jan_30_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Ballard Power Systems (TSX:BLD), a manufacturer of fuel cell technology, says its chief financial officer David Smith has resigned from the company, effective Jan. 30.Smith will... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 10:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kirkland Lake Gold reports second-quarter loss of $4.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081215/51694__kirkland_lake_gold_reports_second_quarter_loss_of_4_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KIRKLAND LAKE, Ont. - Junior miner Kirkland Lake Gold Inc. (TSX:KGI) said its second-quarter losses doubled from 2007 amid lower sales and a jump in operating expenses.The company, based in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 04:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081215/51689__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ After learning star goaltender Roberto Luongo could be out longer than expected with a groin injury, a pair of lucky goals from Pavol Demitra reversed the Vancouver Canucks' dim fortunes.Demitra... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 02:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081215/51688__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Toronto Raptors kept Chris Paul out of the paint, but they couldn't stop the New Orleans Hornets' star point guard from finding open shooters on the perimeter.David West scored 29 points,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 00:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Demitra scores pair as Canucks cool off Panthers with 5-3 win</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081215/51687__demitra_scores_pair_as_canucks_cool_off_panthers_with_5_3_win_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Coming off one of their worst games of the season and fresh off the news that star goaltender Roberto Luongo could be out several more weeks with a tricky groin injury, the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 03:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Eric Lamaze rides to victory at World Cup Grand Prix</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081214/51679__canadian_eric_lamaze_rides_to_victory_at_world_cup_grand_prix_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GENEVA - Canadian Eric Lamaze ended his 2008 equestrian season by winning the $283,000 Rolex World Cup Grand Prix on Sunday.Riding his horse Hickstead, Lamaze posted a clean round of 40.70 seconds... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 21:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Juniors take one last crack at making Canadian team in intrasquad game</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081214/51676__juniors_take_one_last_crack_at_making_canadian_team_in_intrasquad_game_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Deciding who should be on his team after three days of selection camp was harder than Pat Quinn thought it would be.The head coach of Canada's junior hockey team and his assistants had to... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 21:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Matthew Morison wins parallel giant slalom snowboarding</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081214/51657__canada_s_matthew_morison_wins_parallel_giant_slalom_snowboarding_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LIMONE PIEMONTE, Italy - Matthew Morison of Burketon, Ont., won the Giant Slalom event at the FIS World Cup snowboarding stop in Italy on Sunday.Morison beat France's Sylvain Dufour, while... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 13:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dallas Stars say forward Sean Avery will not return to the team</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081215/51647__dallas_stars_say_forward_sean_avery_will_not_return_to_the_team_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DALLAS - Sean Avery's stint with the Dallas Stars lasted just 23 games.The NHL team announced Sunday morning it was done with the feisty winger, noting that it was time for the Stars to have... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 01:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the boards Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081214/51632__saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Mike Bibby had a message for all those ambivalent Hawks fans in Atlanta."I didn't come to watch LeBron James," Bibby said. "I came to play."Bibby scored 24 points, Marvin Williams hit the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 04:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the ice Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081214/51631__saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Michael Nylander scored his first goal in nearly two months to make Simeon Varlamov a winner in his first NHL appearance with the Washington Capitals.Nylander scored with 3:32 left in the third... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 04:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dwayne Roloson rock-solid as Oilers shut out Canucks 3-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081214/51627__dwayne_roloson_rock_solid_as_oilers_shut_out_canucks_3_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers finally have an example of what can happen when they play an entire game.Dwayne Roloson stopped 23 shots to record his first shutout of the season as the Oilers... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 04:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Escudero, Bader emerge as last men standing in 'Ultimate Fighter' finale</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081214/51626__escudero_bader_emerge_as_last_men_standing_in_ultimate_fighter_finale_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAS VEGAS - Lightweight Efrain Escudero, in an upset over Phillipe Nover, and light-heavyweight Ryan Bader were both crowned "The Ultimate Fighter" with mixed martial arts wins at The Palms on... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Martin Gerber stops 24 shots as Ottawa blanks the Lightning 2-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081214/51625__martin_gerber_stops_24_shots_as_ottawa_blanks_the_lightning_2_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - There have been nights this season when Martin Gerber deserved a better fate. He got just what he deserved on Saturday.Gerber stopped 24 shots to register his first shutout of the season... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 01:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nylander scores late winner as the Capitals edge Montreal 2-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081214/51624__nylander_scores_late_winner_as_the_capitals_edge_montreal_2_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Washington Capitals head coach Bruce Boudreau didn't know much about his rookie goalie, but he knew enough not to be concerned about his confidence.Michael Nylander scored the winner... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 04:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Leblond-Chartrand wins junior all-around title at Elite Canada meet</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081213/51620__leblond_chartrand_wins_junior_all_around_title_at_elite_canada_meet_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AYLMER, Que. - Coralie Leblond-Chartrand of Montreal was the surprise winner in the women's junior all-around competition at the Elite Canada gymnastics meet.After finishing fifth at the 2008... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 20:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Della Rovere, Benn and Kane each score twice in junior intrasquad game</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081213/51619__della_rovere_benn_and_kane_each_score_twice_in_junior_intrasquad_game_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Evander Kane of the Vancouver Giants, Jamie Benn of the Kelowna Rockets and Stefan Della Rovere of the Barrie Colts each scored twice for Team Red in a 7-2 win over White in Saturday's... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 20:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's death toll in Afghanistan pushed to 103</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081213/51615__canada_s_death_toll_in_afghanistan_pushed_to_103_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Another three Canadian soldiers have died and another injured after an attack with an explosive device in southern Afghanistan.The military is not releasing their names... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 17:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians pick up three medals at World Cup speedskating event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081213/51593__canadians_pick_up_three_medals_at_world_cup_speedskating_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NAGANO, Japan - Standing second on the podium Saturday was fine with Christine Nesbitt, and she plans to show patience in her chase of the improvements that will allow to move one step higher.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 20:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zoeggeler of Italy wins as Canadians struggle at luge World Cup race</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081213/51590__zoeggeler_of_italy_wins_as_canadians_struggle_at_luge_world_cup_race_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINTERBERG, Germany - Two-time Olympic champion Armin Zoeggeler of Italy won a World Cup luge race Saturday for his first victory of the season, while the three Canadians each finished well back of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 18:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Jean-Philippe LeGuellec cracks first top 10 in biathlon World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081213/51589__canadian_jean_philippe_leguellec_cracks_first_top_10_in_biathlon_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HOCHFILZEN, Austria - Jean-Philippe LeGuellec matched the best ever finish for a male Canadian biathlete by placing eighth in a 12.5-kilometre World Cup pursuit Saturday.The Shannon, Que., native... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 11:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brittany Rogers claims her first Elite Canada gymnastics title</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081213/51570__brittany_rogers_claims_her_first_elite_canada_gymnastics_title_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ALYMER, Que. - In the first major competition for Canadian gymnasts since the Beijing Olympics, 15-year-old Brittany Rogers of Coquitlam, B.C., showed why she's already considered a strong... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 00:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Weiss scores in shootout as Panthers edge Calgary Flames 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081213/51569__weiss_scores_in_shootout_as_panthers_edge_calgary_flames_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Stephen Weiss has been the star of the Florida Panthers show on the road, but for him it's not all about the limelight.Weiss scored the only goal in the shootout to lead the visiting... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fatal Bullet named Canadian thoroughbred racing's horse of the year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081212/51568__fatal_bullet_named_canadian_thoroughbred_racing_s_horse_of_the_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jockey Patrick Husbands and American-bred Fatal Bullet were the big winners Friday at the Sovereign Awards banquet.Husbands, 35, was named Canada's top jockey for the sixth time after... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 23:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eugene Melnyk increases stake in Biovail Corp. to 13.5 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081212/51554__eugene_melnyk_increases_stake_in_biovail_corp_to_13_5_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Eugene Melnyk said Friday that he has increased his stake in Biovail Corp. (TSX:BVF), the drug company he founded and once headed, to 13.5 per cent.Melnyk said he bought 4.7 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 21:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First phase of ticket sales for 2010 Winter Olympics a sellout</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081212/51551__first_phase_of_ticket_sales_for_2010_winter_olympics_a_sellout_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - If there were an Olympic event for ticket sales, Canadians would win a gold medal.Five hours after the rest of the tickets for the first phase of sales went up for grabs, they... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 20:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rock select forwards in National Lacrosse League dispersal draft</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20081212/51549__rock_select_forwards_in_national_lacrosse_league_dispersal_draft_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - The Edmonton Rush bolstered their defence corps Friday, acquiring two-time all-star defenceman Scott Self in the National Lacrosse League's Chicago Shamrox dispersal draft FridayThe... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 20:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians sweep medals in men's race at Nor-Am Cup ski event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081212/51548__canadians_sweep_medals_in_men_s_race_at_nor_am_cup_ski_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAKE LOUISE, Alta. - Stefan Guay of Mont-Tremblant, Que., led a Canadian sweep of the medals Friday in the men's super G Nor-Am Cup ski race.Guay, coming off a knee injury suffered in 2006,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 20:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Forzani posts third-quarter profit of $6.6 million, down from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081212/51543__forzani_posts_third_quarter_profit_of_6_6_million_down_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Forzani Group Ltd. (TSX:FGL) said Friday its third-quarter profit was nearly cut in half compared with a year ago, hurt by a one-time tax charge.The sporting goods retailer said it... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NuVista Energy to spend $53 million on property acquisitions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081212/51542__nuvista_energy_to_spend_53_million_on_property_acquisitions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - NuVista Energy Ltd. (TSX:NVA) said Friday it has signed a deal to acquire several natural gas properties in Alberta and Saskatchewan for $53 million in cash.The company said the purchase... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Walter Gretzky named to Order of Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081212/51537__walter_gretzky_named_to_order_of_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Walter Gretzky, Canada's most famous hockey dad, has been named to the Order of Canada, the country's highest civilian honour.The father of superstar Wayne Gretzky was presented with a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 18:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Etruscan Resources assesses options for Blue Gum diamond project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081212/51534__etruscan_resources_assesses_options_for_blue_gum_diamond_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Etruscan Resources Inc. (TSX:EET) says the Blue Gum mining project may be temporarily shut down due to a sharp drop in diamond prices and the company's inability to get a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 17:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of Montreal to raise $450 million in issue of Tier 1 notes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081212/51532__bank_of_montreal_to_raise_450_million_in_issue_of_tier_1_notes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) said Friday it will issue $450 million in notes that will be used by the bank for general corporate purposes.The bank said the notes are expected to qualify as... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 17:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Capacity utilization in Canada drops to 77.4 per cent, lowest since records kept</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081212/51516__capacity_utilization_in_canada_drops_to_77_4_per_cent_lowest_since_records_kept_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian industries operated at 77.4 per cent of their capacity in the third quarter, the lowest level since Statistics Canada started keeping the data in 1987.It was the fifth straight... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 15:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magnotta Winery reports Q3 profit of $921,713, up from $917.671 last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081212/51506__magnotta_winery_reports_q3_profit_of_921_713_up_from_917_671_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VAUGHAN, Ont. - Magnotta Winery Corp. (TSX:MGN), a Toronto-area wine producer, says it earned $921,713 for the third quarter ended Oct. 31, up from earnings of $917,671 for the same period a year... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Dec. 1-7</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081212/51500__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_dec_1_7_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Dec. 1-7: 1 "Grey's Anatomy" (CTV, Thursday) - 2,295,000 2 "House" (Global, Tuesday) - 2,200,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rommel wins skeleton World Cup race; Pain just missed the podium</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081213/51497__rommel_wins_skeleton_world_cup_race_pain_just_missed_the_podium_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ IGLS, Austria - Canadian Jeff Pain narrowly missed the podium at a World Cup skeleton race Saturday and was forced to settle for fourth place.The Calgary native posted a two-run combined time of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 13:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Minnesota Twins star Justin Morneau wins Tip O'Neill Award for second time</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081212/51490__minnesota_twins_star_justin_morneau_wins_tip_o_neill_award_for_second_time_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. MARYS, Ont. - Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau was named winner of the Tip O'Neill Award on Friday, an honour handed out by the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame to the country's top... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 10:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Auto sales down in October: Statistics Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081212/51486__auto_sales_down_in_october_statistics_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says slumping sales of overseas-built cars pushed overall sales of new motor vehicles down 0.9 per cent in October to 140,158 units.The agency says sales of passengers... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Genivar Income Fund acquires Pomeroy Consulting Engineers of Vancouver</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081212/51484__genivar_income_fund_acquires_pomeroy_consulting_engineers_of_vancouver_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Genivar Income Fund (TSX:GNV.UN), a Quebec-based engineering company, says it has acquired Pomeroy Consulting Engineers Ltd. of Vancouver for an undisclosed price."Pomeroy is one of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 09:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Climate change top Ottawa priority despite environmentalist criticism: Prentice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081212/51483__climate_change_top_ottawa_priority_despite_environmentalist_criticism_prentice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ POZNAN, Poland - Canada wrapped up negotiations at a United Nations climate conference Friday with a promise to keep climate change at the top of its agenda, even as it was dubbed the most... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>BCE cautious about dividend, share buy back because of market uncertainty: Cope</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081212/51479__bce_cautious_about_dividend_share_buy_back_because_of_market_uncertainty_cope_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Bell Canada is being conservative in rewarding shareholders because of uncertainty in financial markets as it works to improve its wireless broadband services and accelerate its fibre... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 17:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>John Kucera finishes 11th after struggling in slalom of super-combi</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081212/51472__john_kucera_finishes_11th_after_struggling_in_slalom_of_super_combi_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VAL D'ISERE, France - Canadian John Kucera, second after the super-G, couldn't duplicate that success on a hazardous slalom run to finish 11th Friday in a men's World Cup super-combi ski race.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 15:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Patheon turns quarterly net profit of US$36.8M; revenue rises to US$172.1M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081212/51471__patheon_turns_quarterly_net_profit_of_us_36_8m_revenue_rises_to_us_172_1m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Drug packer Patheon Inc. (TSX:PTI) has reported a quarterly net profit of US$36.8 million, up from a year-earlier loss of $7.5 million, as revenue increased 6.4 per cent to $172.1... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Opportunity to snap up remaining 2010 Olympic tickets begins</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081212/51468__opportunity_to_snap_up_remaining_2010_olympic_tickets_begins_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - There's one last chance to pay face value prices this year for tickets to the 2010 Winter Olympics.Organizers are selling a block of leftover tickets first-come, first served, on... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Goldcorp CEO Kevin McArthur retiring; succeeded by EVP Charles Jeannes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081212/51467__goldcorp_ceo_kevin_mcarthur_retiring_succeeded_by_evp_charles_jeannes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G) is getting its fourth chief executive in four years with word that Kevin McArthur is retiring at year-end.He will be replaced by Chuck Jeannes, currently... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Thursday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081212/51456__nba_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ At 21-2, the Boston Celtics of Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen are off to the best start in the franchise's storied history.Even Bill Russell, Larry Bird and Bob Cousy never were this... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 02:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081212/51452__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Petr Sykora finally scored three goals for the first time in his long career Thursday, highlighting a night of NHL action that saw four players score hat tricks.Sykora scored the first hat trick... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 02:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Craig Anderson makes 41 saves as Panthers shut out Oilers 2-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081212/51447__craig_anderson_makes_41_saves_as_panthers_shut_out_oilers_2_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers had no trouble bombarding Florida Panthers goaltender Craig Anderson with shots - and he had an even easier time stopping them.Anderson made 41 saves for his third... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tories allow taxpayers to take advantage of measures not passed in Parliament</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081211/51431__tories_allow_taxpayers_to_take_advantage_of_measures_not_passed_in_parliament_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Conservative minority government is letting people take advantage of some tax measures in its fall economic statement, despite the fact the Tory fiscal plan hasn't been passed by... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ABCP restructuring committee to make changes to plan, hopes to close in January</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081211/51428__abcp_restructuring_committee_to_make_changes_to_plan_hopes_to_close_in_january_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The committee working to restructure $32 billion in non-bank asset-backed commercial paper said Thursday is has reached a deal that it hopes improves the restructuring plan and make it... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 20:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gordie Sampson, Matt Mays lead nominees for East Coast Music Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081211/51423__gordie_sampson_matt_mays_lead_nominees_for_east_coast_music_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CORNER BROOK, N.L. - Singer-songwriter Gordie Sampson and rockers Matt Mays and El Torpedo have each garnered five nominations for the annual East Coast Music Awards.Singer Jill Barber and group... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New Flyer Industries reports US$1 billion in new orders over three months</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081211/51421__new_flyer_industries_reports_us_1_billion_in_new_orders_over_three_months_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - New Flyer Industries Inc. (TSX:NFI.UN), a producer of heavy-duty buses, said Thursday it had booked US$1 billion worth of orders in the past three months and $2.8 billion to date this... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Laval to host Vanier Cup games in 2009 and 2010 in Quebec City</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081211/51419__laval_to_host_vanier_cup_games_in_2009_and_2010_in_quebec_city_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Laval Rouge et Or need two more Vanier Cup championships to become the winningest school in Canadian university football history.And if all goes right, they might be able to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 18:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canucks goaltender Roberto Luongo's status remains in question</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081211/51406__canucks_goaltender_roberto_luongo_s_status_remains_in_question_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - There still is no word on when Vancouver Canuck goaltender Roberto Luongo may return to NHL action.Luongo, out since Nov. 22 with a groin injury, had been practising with the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Certicom fires another shot in RIM takeover battle: official board rejection</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081222/51403__certicom_fires_another_shot_in_rim_takeover_battle_official_board_rejection_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Certicom Corp. (TSX:CIC) fired yet another shot Monday in its struggle to fend off a hostile takeover by tech heavyweight Research in Motion Ltd. (TSX:RIM), issuing an official... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nico and Allie of 'So You Think You Can Dance Canada' in 'The Nutcracker</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081211/51399__nico_and_allie_of_so_you_think_you_can_dance_canada_in_the_nutcracker__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The top two contestants of the TV talent show "So You Think You Can Dance Canada" will perform in the National Ballet of Canada's "The Nutcracker" this weekend.Montreal... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Men who ran Limelight scam ordered to repay money and banned from trading</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081211/51396__men_who_ran_limelight_scam_ordered_to_repay_money_and_banned_from_trading_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The men who ran a scam that cold-called investors and raised $2.75 million with high-pressure sales tactics and prospects of big gains on a company called Limelight Entertainment Inc.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 15:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alberta premier says energy sector at a crossroads, needs new strategy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081211/51381__alberta_premier_says_energy_sector_at_a_crossroads_needs_new_strategy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Alberta has unveiled a new energy strategy that includes a renewable fuel standard for gasoline and diesel and more support for the province's ailing industrial heartland."This strategy... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 15:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ivory Energy defaults on some of its lending covenants</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081211/51379__ivory_energy_defaults_on_some_of_its_lending_covenants_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Ivory Energy Inc. (TSXV:IV), a junior Calgary oil and gas producer, says the fall in commodities prices has led the company to default on some of its loan agreements with its bankers.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sobeys owner Empire rings up 12.5 per cent quarterly profit rise to $65.7M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081211/51377__sobeys_owner_empire_rings_up_12_5_per_cent_quarterly_profit_rise_to_65_7m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STELLARTON, N.S. - Sobeys supermarket owner Empire Co. Ltd. (TSX:EMP.A) has reported a 12.5 per cent rise in quarterly net income to $65.7 million, as revenue grew seven per cent from a year... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Tales of Beedle the Bard&quot; by J.K. Rowling tops Amazon.ca books list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081211/51373___quot_the_tales_of_beedle_the_bard_quot_by_j_k_rowling_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the 10 bestselling fiction and non-fiction books in Canada for the week ending Dec. 9 from Amazon.ca: FICTION1 (1) The Tales of Beedle the Bard - J.K. Rowling (hardcover)2 (4)... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Loonie joins gang-up on faltering American dollar; crude oil price surges</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081211/51371__loonie_joins_gang_up_on_faltering_american_dollar_crude_oil_price_surges_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian dollar gained more than 1.5 cents US on Thursday as the American dollar was pulled down by a swelling trade deficit and a looming trillion-dollar federal budget deficit.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Growth in new home sales slows, prices drop: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081211/51366__growth_in_new_home_sales_slows_prices_drop_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - October's New Housing Price Index increased 1.5 per cent from a year earlier, slowing from September's 2.1 per cent advance and the smallest annual increase since October 1999.Statistics... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Near-record sales of Saskatchewan Crown petroleum rights</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081211/51364__near_record_sales_of_saskatchewan_crown_petroleum_rights_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Saskatchewan has recorded the second-best December sale ever of Crown petroleum rights.This month's sale brought in $47.6 million, boosting the 12-month figure to a record $1.12 billion.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Falling dollar boosts October import prices: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081211/51361__falling_dollar_boosts_october_import_prices_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada reports the country's trade balance with the world narrowed to $3.8 billion from $4.3 billion in September, the second straight monthly contraction as imports grew more... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Prentice suggests balancing climate change needs with economic realities</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081211/51358__prentice_suggests_balancing_climate_change_needs_with_economic_realities_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ POZNAN, Poland - Environment Minister Jim Prentice is suggesting there's a delicate balance between meeting climate change objectives and dealing with the international financial crisis.Prentice... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Last call for Jim Brickman as Brick Brewing reports Q3 loss of $676K</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081211/51356__last_call_for_jim_brickman_as_brick_brewing_reports_q3_loss_of_676k_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Brick Brewing Co. (TSX:BRB) said Thursday that founder Jim Brickman is retiring as executive chairman effective immediately.The announcement came as Brick reported a $676,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cruise secrets safe: star's BlackBerry apparently lost for only a few minutes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081211/51355__cruise_secrets_safe_star_s_blackberry_apparently_lost_for_only_a_few_minutes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - It looks as though Tom Cruise's secrets are safe.Despite breathless reports that Cruise lost his BlackBerry this week while in Toronto promoting his new film "Valkyrie," a publicist says... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>UTS Energy's oilsands project partnership to spend $540 million in 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081211/51346__uts_energy_s_oilsands_project_partnership_to_spend_540_million_in_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - UTS Energy Corp. (TSX:UTS), a Calgary-based oilsands company which has a stake in the Fort Hills oilsands project, say the Fort Hills Partnership plans to spend $540 million in capital... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pope Benedict blames global financial crisis on thirst for quick profits</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081211/51334__pope_benedict_blames_global_financial_crisis_on_thirst_for_quick_profits_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VATICAN CITY - Pope Benedict says the global financial crisis is a result of the quest for short-term gains at the expense of the common good.He also said in his annual peace message directed at... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Two Belarus athletes stripped of Beijing Olympic medals for doping</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081211/51333__two_belarus_athletes_stripped_of_beijing_olympic_medals_for_doping_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAUSANNE, Switzerland - Two Belarusian hammer throwers have been stripped of silver and bronze medals they won at the Beijing Olympics for doping.Vadim Devyatovskiy and Ivan Tsikhan tested... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pakistan closed nine offices of charity tied to group suspected in Mumbai attacks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081211/51332__pakistan_closed_nine_offices_of_charity_tied_to_group_suspected_in_mumbai_attacks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KARACHI, Pakistan - A Pakistani official says security agencies have closed nine offices of a charity linked to the militant group suspected in the Mumbai attacks.The home secretary of southern... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081211/51316__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Raptors forward Jermaine O'Neal scooped up the game ball as the final buzzer sounded, not to remember a victory over Indiana, his former team, but to give new coach Jay Triano a memento from his... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 01:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081211/51315__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Calgary Flames wanted to end their current four-game road swing on a winning note, too bad their last stop before heading home was in Joe Louis ArenaNicklas Lidstrom scored 3:50 into overtime... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 01:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Koscheck wins at UFC 'Fight for the Troops,' but Canadian Goulet goes down</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081211/51314__koscheck_wins_at_ufc_fight_for_the_troops_but_canadian_goulet_goes_down_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - Welterweight Josh Koscheck knocked out Japan's Yoshiyuki Yoshida with a pair of sledgehammer-like punches two minutes 15 seconds into the first round of the UFC's "Fight for... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian singer Michael Buble to be named minority owner of Vancouver Giants</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081210/51311__canadian_singer_michael_buble_to_be_named_minority_owner_of_vancouver_giants_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canadian music star Michael Buble will be named as a minority owner of the Vancouver Giants of the Western Hockey League on Thursday.A Vancouver radio station reported Wednesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 23:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Harry Winston Diamond reports Q3 profit of US$71.9 million, sales down</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081210/51294__harry_winston_diamond_reports_q3_profit_of_us_71_9_million_sales_down_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Harry Winston Diamond Corp. (TSX:HW) reported Wednesday a third-quarter profit US$71.9 million in its most recent quarter, boosted by a big gain on foreign exchange, compared with a loss... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 18:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cameco scales back growth plans, lays off 50 salaried employees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/51293__cameco_scales_back_growth_plans_lays_off_50_salaried_employees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO) is laying off 50 salaried employees as the uranium giant scales back its growth plan given the current economic climate.The cuts will be made at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 18:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Short list announced for B.C. National Award for Canadian Non-Fiction</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081210/51292__short_list_announced_for_b_c_national_award_for_canadian_non_fiction_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Books about Lucy Maud Montgomery, polygamy in B.C., a former Communist hardliner, and a volunteer firefighter have made the short list for the British Columbia National Award for... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 18:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>West wants Ottawa to help stimulate economy by boosting infrastructure spending</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/51280__west_wants_ottawa_to_help_stimulate_economy_by_boosting_infrastructure_spending_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Canada's western premiers say they know what's needed in an economic stimulus plan and it involves putting shovels into the ground.The premiers held a conference call today and said... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 17:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bandits re-sign lacrosse star John Tavares to three-year contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081210/51272__bandits_re_sign_lacrosse_star_john_tavares_to_three_year_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BUFFALO, N.Y. - The Buffalo Bandits re-signed star forward John Tavares to a three-year contract Wednesday.The 40-year-old Toronto native is the all-time leading scorer in National Lacrosse League... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 16:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD Canada Trust, BMO drop mortgage rates after BoC rate cut</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081210/51268__td_canada_trust_bmo_drop_mortgage_rates_after_boc_rate_cut_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - TD Canada Trust (TSX:TD) and BMO Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) say they will drop many of their fixed mortgage rates by one-fifth of a percentage point as of Thursday, following the lead of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 16:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian rowing coach Jensen dies at age 60 after battle with cancer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081210/51265__canadian_rowing_coach_jensen_dies_at_age_60_after_battle_with_cancer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VICTORIA, B.C. - Rowing coach Bent Jensen, who led the Canadian lightweight men's four crew to a bronze medal at the Beijing Olympics, has died after a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 60.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 16:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>FNX lays off 307 as it extends and expands Sudbury nickel mining suspension</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081210/51258__fnx_lays_off_307_as_it_extends_and_expands_sudbury_nickel_mining_suspension_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - FNX Mining Co. Inc. (TSX:FNX) is cutting its workforce by 307 people as it extends its suspension of nickel ore production in Sudbury, Ont."The suspension of all nickel ore production... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 14:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Irving owned Fleetway Inc. gets $1.54 million N.S. payroll tax rebate</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/51252__irving_owned_fleetway_inc_gets_1_54_million_n_s_payroll_tax_rebate_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - A Canadian-owned naval engineering and technical services company plans to expand operations in Halifax.Fleetway Inc. says it will create up to 100 new jobs within five years with... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 13:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Margaret Trudeau to write book about struggle with bipolar disorder</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081210/51247__margaret_trudeau_to_write_book_about_struggle_with_bipolar_disorder_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Margaret Trudeau is writing a memoir about her struggle with bipolar disorder.HarperCollins Canada has announced it will publish the book, due to hit shelves in fall 2010.It will be the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 13:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hanwei announces deal to buy rest of stake in Chinese fibreglass pipemaker</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/51245__hanwei_announces_deal_to_buy_rest_of_stake_in_chinese_fibreglass_pipemaker_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Hanwei Energy Services Corp. (TSX:HE) announced Wednesday it has reached a deal complete its purchase of China's largest fibreglass reinforced pipe producer.Hanwei said it will... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 13:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ACE Aviation stock soars after shareholder moves to replace board</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/51242__ace_aviation_stock_soars_after_shareholder_moves_to_replace_board_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - An activist shareholder is seeking to oust the board of ACE Aviation Holdings Inc. (TSX:ACE.B, TSX:ACE.A), the corporate parent of Air Canada (TSX:AC.A, TSX:AC.B).West Face Capital Inc.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 16:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada expected to get off easy by Rio Tinto's push to cut costs and 14,000 jobs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/51241__canada_expected_to_get_off_easy_by_rio_tinto_s_push_to_cut_costs_and_14_000_jobs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canada is expected to be relatively unscathed by Rio Tinto's decision to cut costs and shed 14,000 jobs around the world, mining analysts say.But certain aluminum and iron ore projects... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pulp and paper industry losses, closures to continue: report</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/51240__pulp_and_paper_industry_losses_closures_to_continue_report_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's pulp and paper industry is expected to struggle thorough another tough year of losses and plant closures next year, the Conference Board says in a report released Wednesday.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Iron Ore Co. of Canada suspends $800-million expansion in Labrador City, N.L.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/51235__iron_ore_co_of_canada_suspends_800_million_expansion_in_labrador_city_n_l__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LABRADOR CITY, N.L. - The Iron Ore Company of Canada (TSX:LIF.UN), a subsidiary of global mining giant Rio Tinto Group, is suspending its planned $800-million expansion of mining operations in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sprott Molybdenum reviewing strategic alternatives, including possible liquidation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081210/51234__sprott_molybdenum_reviewing_strategic_alternatives_including_possible_liquidation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shares of Sprott Molybdenum Participation Corp. (TSX:MLY) got a boost Wednesday after the company announced it is reviewing strategic alternatives, including a possible liquidation.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Westport Innovations, Paccar to build trucks for Australian market</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/51233__westport_innovations_paccar_to_build_trucks_for_australian_market_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT), a producer of alternative engine fuel technologies, announced a partnership with Paccar Australia that will produce more fuel-efficient trucks... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gold producer Yamana raises financing to $135 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081210/51222__gold_producer_yamana_raises_financing_to_135_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Gold producer Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI) says it has raised a planned $100 million financing to $135 million, more than a third higher than its earlier plans.The Toronto miner said... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 11:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SNC-Lavalin acquires Queformat Ltd. for undisclosed price</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/51215__snc_lavalin_acquires_queformat_ltd_for_undisclosed_price_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Engineering giant SNC-Lavalin (TSX:SNC) says it has acquired Queformat Ltd., a 35 years-old Longueuil, Que. firm specializing in materials engineering, geotechnology and environmental... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 09:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Labour productivity unchanged in Q3: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/51209__labour_productivity_unchanged_in_q3_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada reports labour productivity did not change much in the third quarter, extending the weakness that began in the second quarter of 2007.The agency says the gross domestic... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MDS reports fourth-quarter loss of $255 million on after-tax charge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081217/51206__mds_reports_fourth_quarter_loss_of_255_million_on_after_tax_charge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - MDS Inc. (TSX:MDS) has reported a fourth-quarter loss of US$255 million on a big after-tax writedown related to the troubled Maple medical-isotope reactor project.The Toronto-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081210/51195__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Not only did the Cleveland Cavaliers hand the Raptors their fifth straight loss, they did in style.Their top two players set franchise records, and the Cavaliers broke a league mark with a 114-94... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 01:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081210/51192__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Montreal Canadiens got a winning result by putting Alex Tanguay on a line with Robert Lang and Alex Kovalev to face his former team.Lang had two goals and an assist, and Tanguay and Kovalev... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Priscilla, Queen of the Desert' musical coming to Toronto in fall '09</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081209/51167___priscilla_queen_of_the_desert_musical_coming_to_toronto_in_fall_09_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A musical based on the Oscar-winning film "The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert" will make its North American debut in Toronto next year."Priscilla Queen of the Desert - the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 21:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Marc Mayer to succeed Pierre Theberge as director of National Gallery</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081209/51162__marc_mayer_to_succeed_pierre_theberge_as_director_of_national_gallery_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Marc Mayer will succeed Pierre Theberge as director and CEO of the National Gallery of Canada.For the last four years, Mayer has served as director general of the Musee d'art contemporain... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 20:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>John Roberts to be inducted into the Broadcast Industry Hall of Fame next year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081209/51159__john_roberts_to_be_inducted_into_the_broadcast_industry_hall_of_fame_next_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian broadcaster and journalist John Roberts will be inducted into the Broadcast Industry Hall of Fame during Canadian Music Week in Toronto.Roberts, 51, launched his career in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 20:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Oil Sands plans $440 million in capital spending for 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081209/51155__canadian_oil_sands_plans_440_million_in_capital_spending_for_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Oil Sands Trust (TSX:COS.UN) said Tuesday it plans $440 million in capital expenditures in 2009 and daily average production of 115,800 barrels of synthetic oil per day.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 19:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saskatchewan Labour Board certifies union at Wal-Mart in Weyburn</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081209/51154__saskatchewan_labour_board_certifies_union_at_wal_mart_in_weyburn_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - After a bitter, four year legal battle, a Wal-Mart store in Weyburn, Sask., has been officially unionized.The Saskatchewan Labour Relations Board has ruled the majority of the retail... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 20:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Insurance company Great-West Lifeco to raise $1 billion in share issue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081209/51146__insurance_company_great_west_lifeco_to_raise_1_billion_in_share_issue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Great-West Lifeco Inc. (TSX:GWO) said Tuesday it plans to raise $1 billion in new equity in two separate deals.The insurance company said it has signed a deal with a syndicate of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 17:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian documentary wins Golden Horse award at film festival in Taiwan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081209/51135__canadian_documentary_wins_golden_horse_award_at_film_festival_in_taiwan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TAICHUNG, Taiwan - A Canadian documentary about issues surrounding the Three Gorges Dam in China has won a Golden Horse award, adding to the hardware it has already picked up at other major film... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 21:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wheelchair racer Chantal Petitclerc captures 2008 Lou Marsh Award</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081209/51127__wheelchair_racer_chantal_petitclerc_captures_2008_lou_marsh_award_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Wheelchair racer Chantal Petitclerc, who won five gold medals and set three world records at the Beijing Paralympics, was named winner of the 2008 Lou Marsh Award on Tuesday.The award,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 12:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crew Energy sets 2009 capital spending at $120 million, no change from 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081209/51114__crew_energy_sets_2009_capital_spending_at_120_million_no_change_from_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Oil and gas firm Crew Energy Inc. (TSX:CR) announced Tuesday that its exploration and development spending would hold steady in 2009, while production was projected to increase by 34 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 10:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Staffing service Manpower Canada foresees 'hopeful hiring climate' in early 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081209/51101__staffing_service_manpower_canada_foresees_hopeful_hiring_climate_in_early_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - In a break from the recent steady flow of negative economic news, staffing service Manpower Canada says its latest survey of employers points to a "hopeful" hiring outlook for early 2009.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 13:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Economic slump forces closure of Sarnia, Ont., plastic resin plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081209/51098__economic_slump_forces_closure_of_sarnia_ont_plastic_resin_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SARNIA, Ont. - A plant in Sarnia, Ont., which makes plastic resins for the construction industry will shut down and put 39 people out of a job.Atlanta-based Georgia Gulf Corp. says the Royal... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 06:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081209/51086__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Not even a huge game from Kevin Durant against a struggling, short-handed team could help the lowly Oklahoma City Thunder pull out a win.Durant scored a season-high 41 points and almost brought... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 01:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081209/51082__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Tampa Bay Lightning are struggling so badly against NHL competition that goaltender Mike Smith wonders if the team even belongs in the league.Milan Lucic, Phil Kessel and Michael Ryder scored... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 01:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Weiss scores overtime winner as Panthers get past Senators 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081209/51079__weiss_scores_overtime_winner_as_panthers_get_past_senators_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Stephen Weiss listened to a piece of advice he's been hearing all season, and it paid off.Weiss scored 4:50 into overtime as the Florida Panthers downed the Ottawa Senators 4-3 at... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 00:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>True Sport Foundation accepting nominations for Canadian Sport Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081208/51071__true_sport_foundation_accepting_nominations_for_canadian_sport_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The True Sport Foundation is accepting nominations for the Canadian Sport Awards.The 36th annual CSAs, recognizing excellence in athletics and leadership during the 2008 calendar year,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 20:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Bank of Canada to raise up to $2.3 billion in share offering</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081208/51058__royal_bank_of_canada_to_raise_up_to_2_3_billion_in_share_offering_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) said Monday it has signed a deal to raise up to $2.3 billion in an offering of shares.Canada's largest bank said it has signed a deal with a syndicate of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 17:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>BCE hires PricewaterhouseCoopers to help make its case to KPMG</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081208/51053__bce_hires_pricewaterhousecoopers_to_help_make_its_case_to_kpmg_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE) has hired accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP to help make its case to the auditors who ruled it did not meet a key condition of its deal to be acquired by a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 21:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Buffalo Gold loses financial backing, certain assets to be sold, CEO out</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081208/51032__buffalo_gold_loses_financial_backing_certain_assets_to_be_sold_ceo_out_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Buffalo Gold Ltd. (TSXV:BUF) says it has terminated a tentative agreement that would have seen China Railway Group Ltd. make an investment of at least $18-million in the company's... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 13:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian forestry firms lost more than a half billion dollars in Q3; PwC report</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081208/51030__canadian_forestry_firms_lost_more_than_a_half_billion_dollars_in_q3_pwc_report_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canadian forestry companies had losses totalling $552 million in the third quarter as the U.S. housing market continued to deteriorate and companies adjusted production in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 12:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Caisse de depot says CEO's medical leave extended to Jan. 5</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081208/51024__caisse_de_depot_says_ceo_s_medical_leave_extended_to_jan_5_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec says its president and chief executive, Richard Guay, has extended his medical leave by nearly one month to Jan. 5, 2009.The 47-year-old CEO, who... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 12:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Class action lawsuit claims buyers overcharged by Ottawa homebuilder</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081208/51022__class_action_lawsuit_claims_buyers_overcharged_by_ottawa_homebuilder_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - An Ontario woman is spearheading a class-action lawsuit against an Ottawa homebuilder, alleging the company overcharged buyers for new homes over the past 17 years.The suit, filed by... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 11:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario housing starts total 54,700 in November, down from 78,900 in October</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081208/51015__ontario_housing_starts_total_54_700_in_november_down_from_78_900_in_october_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ontario recorded 54,700 new home starts in urban centres in November, down sharply from the 78,900 recorded in October.Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., says the drop is consistent with... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 10:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wallbridge Mining and Lonmin approve $1.5 million for 2009 Sudbury joint venture</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081208/51013__wallbridge_mining_and_lonmin_approve_1_5_million_for_2009_sudbury_joint_venture_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Wallbridge Mining Company Ltd. (TSX:WM) says the company and its joint venture partner, platinum producer Lonmin Plc, have approved a C$1.5 million spending program on the companies'... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 09:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gold Wheaton and FNX renegotiate terms of deferred payment</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081208/51011__gold_wheaton_and_fnx_renegotiate_terms_of_deferred_payment_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Gold Wheaton Gold Corp. (TSXV:GLW) and FNX Mining Company (TSX:FNX) have renegotiated the terms of a $50-million deferred payment that would complete a production transaction... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 09:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fort Chicago warns of sharp drop in distributable cash in 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081208/51006__fort_chicago_warns_of_sharp_drop_in_distributable_cash_in_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Fort Chicago Energy Partners L.P. (TSX:FCE.UN) expects its distributable cash to drop by as much as 30 per cent next year.Fort Chicago - which has interests in the Alberta Ethane... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 09:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Risk of U.S.-style housing meltdown remote in Canada: RBC Economics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081208/50993__risk_of_u_s_style_housing_meltdown_remote_in_canada_rbc_economics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's housing sector is entering what RBC Economics calls a "cyclical downtown," but says the risk of a U.S.-style meltdown is remote.RBC senior economist Robert Hogue says many... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 06:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Middaugh defeats Gushue to win The National curling final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081208/50986__middaugh_defeats_gushue_to_win_the_national_curling_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Wayne Middaugh captured his eighth career Grand Slam title Sunday with a 4-3 victory over Brad Gushue in the finals of The National curling event.Middaugh's Midland, Ont., rink stole a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 02:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081208/50980__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ After a disastrous road trip that cost Toronto Raptors head coach Sam Mitchell his job, a one-point loss didn't seem quite so bad.Steve Blake pulled down a key rebound then drained a three-pointer... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Dec 2008 00:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090115/50977__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Washington Capitals ended their three-game losing streak at the expense of the Pittsburgh Penguins as the two star-laden teams resumed a rivalry as famous for its off-ice animosity as for its... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 06:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bouma scores winner as Giants hold off late Chilliwack rally</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081207/50973__bouma_scores_winner_as_giants_hold_off_late_chilliwack_rally_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Lance Bouma's goal with 3:49 left in regulation lifted the Vancouver Giants to a 3-2 Western Hockey League victory over the Chilliwack Bruins on Sunday night.Bouma's eighth goal... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Dec 2008 23:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nico Archambault of Longueuil, Que., wins 'So You Think You Can Dance Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081207/50966__nico_archambault_of_longueuil_que_wins_so_you_think_you_can_dance_canada__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Nico Archambault, a 24-year-old contemporary and hip-hop dancer from Montreal, has won the inaugural season of "So You Think You Can Dance Canada."The versatile heartthrob, who studied... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Dec 2008 22:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CIBC unpaid overtime proposed class action lawsuit in court Monday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081207/50946__cibc_unpaid_overtime_proposed_class_action_lawsuit_in_court_monday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A hearing will be held Monday to determine if a multi-million-dollar lawsuit against CIBC for unpaid overtime can proceed as a class action.Lawyers estimate the class could consist of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Dec 2008 17:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Groves and Rempel reach podium at long track speedskating World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081207/50937__groves_and_rempel_reach_podium_at_long_track_speedskating_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHANGCHUN, China - Kristina Groves of Ottawa finished second in the women's 1,000 race while Shannon Rempel of Winnipeg finished third Sunday at a long-track speedskating World Cup event in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Dec 2008 14:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians win four medals at short track speed skating World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081207/50919__canadians_win_four_medals_at_short_track_speed_skating_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NAGANO, Japan - Canadians won four medals at a short-track speedskating World Cup event Sunday, including a gold by the men's 5,000-metre relay team.Charles Hamelin of Levis, Que., picked up... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Dec 2008 14:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'So You Think You Can Dance Canada' to crown a winner in two-hour finale</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081207/50908___so_you_think_you_can_dance_canada_to_crown_a_winner_in_two_hour_finale_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "So You Think You Can Dance Canada" ends its inaugural season today, as a winner of the hit CTV series is crowned.Four dancers are in the running for the $100,000 grand prize and a new... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Dec 2008 06:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the boards Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081207/50903__saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Amare Stoudemire was so good Saturday night, he probably didn't have to play defence to pick up a double-double.The Phoenix power forward had 22 points and a season-high 20 rebounds, the fourth... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Dec 2008 06:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bedouin Soundclash frontman performs in support of Vancouver safe-injection site</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081206/50893__bedouin_soundclash_frontman_performs_in_support_of_vancouver_safe_injection_site_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Bedouin Soundclash frontman Jay Malinowksi says he wants to build awareness for Vancouver's Insite safe-injection site in Vancouver.The Kingston, Ont. musician was among a number... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Dec 2008 21:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada wins three team gold medals at Pan Am trampoline championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081206/50877__canada_wins_three_team_gold_medals_at_pan_am_trampoline_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BUENOS AIRES - Olympic medallist Jason Burnett of Toronto helped Canada to the gold medal in the men's trampoline team competition on Saturday at the Pan American trampoline and tumbling... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Dec 2008 18:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jason Spezza notches hat trick in Senators' 3-2 win over Penguins</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081206/50870__jason_spezza_notches_hat_trick_in_senators_3_2_win_over_penguins_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators got more bang out of their big guns than the Pittsburgh Penguins did on Saturday.In a matinee matchup before a sold-out Scotiabank Place crowd of 19, 561, Senators... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Dec 2008 17:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Payday loan company receives approval to settle class-action lawsuit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081206/50858__payday_loan_company_receives_approval_to_settle_class_action_lawsuit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - An Edmonton-based financial company has received court approval to settle a class action lawsuit over its allegedly excessive charges for payday loans.The Cash Store Financial Services... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Dec 2008 13:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the ice Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081206/50842__friday_s_action_on_the_ice_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It was a long road to win No. 1 for Cory Schneider.Filling in for injured Canucks star goalie Roberto Luongo, Schneider gave up a single goal in Vancouver's 2-1 win over Minnesota Friday night. It... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Dec 2008 03:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the boards Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081206/50840__friday_s_action_on_the_boards_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ After suffering one of their worst losses of the season, a 108-88 decision against the lowly Washington Wizards, Vince Carter challenged his team to come back strong.He showed he wasn't all talk... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Dec 2008 01:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada wins consolation final at women's world team squash championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081206/50829__canada_wins_consolation_final_at_women_s_world_team_squash_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAIRO, Egypt - Canada defeated South Africa 2-1 on Saturday to win the consolation final and finish in ninth place at the women's world team squash championships.Alana Miller of Winnipeg beat... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Dec 2008 21:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Martin, Stoughton, Gushue and Burtnyk head to quater-finals at The National</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081205/50828__martin_stoughton_gushue_and_burtnyk_head_to_quater_finals_at_the_national_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - World Champion Kevin Martin remained in the hunt for a third consecutive title at The National after securing the top seed for Saturday's quarter-final at the Grand Slam of Curling.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 21:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CN's bid to purchase EJ&E on track after agency releases environmental review</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081205/50818__cn_s_bid_to_purchase_ej_e_on_track_after_agency_releases_environmental_review_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - CN Rail's (TSX:CNR) bid to purchase the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern railroad in Chicago appeared on track after a U.S. transportation agency released its environmental review on Friday.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 19:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada captures silver in team event at junior luge World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081205/50815__canada_captures_silver_in_team_event_at_junior_luge_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KONIGSEE, Germany - Canada raced to a silver medal in the team event at a junior luge World Cup on Friday.Calgary's Tristan Walker, Justin Snith, Stefan Rath and Arianne Jones teamed up to post a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 19:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario Teachers invests $51.7 million to buy more Maple Leaf Foods equity</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081205/50811__ontario_teachers_invests_51_7_million_to_buy_more_maple_leaf_foods_equity_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board has agreed to invest $51.7 million in Maple Leaf Foods Inc. (TSX:MFI), as part of a previously announced equity refinancing of the company.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 18:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Erik Guay wins bronze medal in downhill; Norway's Svindal takes gold</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081205/50794__erik_guay_wins_bronze_medal_in_downhill_norway_s_svindal_takes_gold_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEAVER CREEK, Colo. - Erik Guay feels like the pressure is off.The skier from Mont-Tremblant, Que., raced down the Birds of Prey course to finish in one minute 44.20 seconds on Friday and collect... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 19:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Nov. 24-30</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081205/50791__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_nov_24_30_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Nov. 24-30: 1 "Criminal Minds" (CTV, Wednesday) - 2,384,0002 "House" (Global, Tuesday) -... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 15:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ivanhoe Mines says Mongolia sets deadline for draft investment agreement</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081205/50788__ivanhoe_mines_says_mongolia_sets_deadline_for_draft_investment_agreement_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Ivanhoe Mines (TSX:IVN) said Friday that the Mongolian parliament has set a deadline for a draft investment agreement for the company's Oyu Tolgoi copper-gold project.The company... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 14:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Losman to start at quarterback for Bills in game vs. Miami at Rogers Centre</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081205/50784__losman_to_start_at_quarterback_for_bills_in_game_vs_miami_at_rogers_centre_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. - J.P. Losman will get the start when the Buffalo Bills host the Miami Dolphins at Rogers Centre on Sunday afternoon.Incumbent Trent Edwards didn't practise all week after... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 13:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier Transportation wins locomotive supply contract in France worth US$203M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081205/50767__bombardier_transportation_wins_locomotive_supply_contract_in_france_worth_us_203m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Bombardier Transportation (TSX:BBD.B) said Friday it has been awarded a contract to provide French Railways with diesel-electric locomotives worth US$203 million.The ground transport... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 11:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Laurentian Bank reports record net income of $102.5 million for 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081205/50759__laurentian_bank_reports_record_net_income_of_102_5_million_for_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Laurentian Bank (TSX:LB) reported Friday a fourth-quarter profit of $27.3 million, down slightly from a year-ago $30.2 million and said its full-year earnings came in at a record $102.5... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 10:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian business debts rise for fourth straight year in 2007: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081205/50756__canadian_business_debts_rise_for_fourth_straight_year_in_2007_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The total debt outstanding held by Canadian businesses increased for the fourth straight year in 2007, and again larger borrowers were mostly responsible for the rise.Commercial suppliers... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 09:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thompson Creek postpones Endako B.C. mine expansion as it slashes 2009 capex</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081205/50745__thompson_creek_postpones_endako_b_c_mine_expansion_as_it_slashes_2009_capex_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Thompson Creek Metals Co. Inc. (TSX:TCM) is slashing its capital budget for 2009 to $69 million from $300 million, postponing expansion of the Endako mine in northern British Columbia.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 07:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081205/50718__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It was a poolie's dream, and a goalie's nightmare. More importantly for the Detroit Red Wings, it was a pivotal two points against a struggling but stubborn Vancouver team.Jiri Hudler and Dan... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 01:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oshawa, Ont., mayor decries 'wishy-washiness' over help for auto sector</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081205/50716__oshawa_ont_mayor_decries_wishy_washiness_over_help_for_auto_sector_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - There was more discouraging news for Oshawa, Ont., today with word that General Motors plans to temporarily lay off a third shift at its car plant as it cuts 2,000 jobs across North... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 11:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Martin, Burtnyk and Stoughton all perfect through five draws at The National</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081204/50698__martin_burtnyk_and_stoughton_all_perfect_through_five_draws_at_the_national_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Two-time defending champion Kevin Martin and Jeff Stoughton became the first two teams to secure a berth in the quarter-finals Thursday after six draws at The National curling event, the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 23:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blanchette, Cartier, Ross named three stars of the month</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081204/50691__blanchette_cartier_ross_named_three_stars_of_the_month_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The National Ringette League named Julie Blanchette of the Montreal Mission first star for the month of November on Thursday.Blanchette racked up 15 goals and 35 assists, and was named a game star... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 19:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto FC adds embossed Maple Leaf to front of new MLS jersey</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081204/50690__toronto_fc_adds_embossed_maple_leaf_to_front_of_new_mls_jersey_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Toronto FC unveiled its new jersey Thursday night, adding a subtly embossed Maple Leaf to the front among other tweaks.The home jersey remains red with slightly different grey and black... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 19:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Forgotten Krieghoff paintings sell at Bonham's auction in Toronto</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081204/50689__forgotten_krieghoff_paintings_sell_at_bonham_s_auction_in_toronto_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A forgotten painting by Cornelius David Krieghoff that spent decades hidden under newspaper wrapping has sold for $180,000 at auction.The oil-on-canvas landscape, titled "Autumn in West... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 19:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Halifax will host CIS men's basketball Final Eight in 2011, 2012</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081204/50667__halifax_will_host_cis_men_s_basketball_final_eight_in_2011_2012_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Canadian Interuniversity Sport men's basketball tournament is going back to Halifax.The Nova Scotia capital will host the tournament in 2011 and '12, the CIS announced Thursday.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 16:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Loonie swoops, recovers, drops half a cent amid turbulent times</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081204/50656__loonie_swoops_recovers_drops_half_a_cent_amid_turbulent_times_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's dollar swooped, recovered and fell again to close down more than 1  1/2 cents on Thursday as the loonie navigated a turbulent political and economic situation.The loonie was... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 17:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Reitmans quarterly profit sags to $23M; same-store sales slip 1.2 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081204/50641__reitmans_quarterly_profit_sags_to_23m_same_store_sales_slip_1_2_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Womenswear retailer Reitmans (Canada) Ltd. (TSX:RET.A) showed a slip in earnings to $23 million in the third quarter, down 16 per cent from $27.4 million a year earlier, as same-store... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 11:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian mergers and acquisitions strong in Q3 thanks to 'red-hot' July</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081204/50639__canadian_mergers_and_acquisitions_strong_in_q3_thanks_to_red_hot_july_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Corporate merger and acquisition activity in Canada was surprisingly strong in the third quarter - but only because of a "red-hot" July, which was followed by two lean months as the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 11:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vale Inco set to cut Sudbury output, one-month shutdown for Voisey's Bay</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081204/50634__vale_inco_set_to_cut_sudbury_output_one_month_shutdown_for_voisey_s_bay_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Nickel giant Vale Inco Ltd. said Thursday it is cutting production at its Canadian operations to help the miner deal with a worldwide slide in commodity prices as economies falter.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 11:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>George Weston in talks to sell Dunedin bakery business to Grupo Bimbo</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081204/50633__george_weston_in_talks_to_sell_dunedin_bakery_business_to_grupo_bimbo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - George Weston Ltd. (TSX:WN) is in talks to sell its Dunedin U.S. fresh bread and baked goods business to Grupo Bimbo of Mexico, a move one at least analyst says could result in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 16:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Building permits down 15.7 per cent in October, Statistics Canada reports</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081204/50630__building_permits_down_15_7_per_cent_in_october_statistics_canada_reports_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The value of building permits fell 15.7 per cent across Canada in October to $5.4 billion.Statistics Canada reported Thursday that construction intentions fell compared with September in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 10:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian bankruptcies up 21 per cent from a year earlier in October</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081204/50621__canadian_bankruptcies_up_21_per_cent_from_a_year_earlier_in_october_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Bankruptcies in Canada numbered 9,468 in October, up 7.2 per cent from September and 21.1 per cent from October 2007, with the pain concentrated among individuals.The office of the federal... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 09:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AbitibiBowater cuts 1,100 jobs, shuts Grand Falls, N.L. newsprint mill</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081204/50620__abitibibowater_cuts_1_100_jobs_shuts_grand_falls_n_l_newsprint_mill_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Paper producer AbitibiBowater Inc. (TSX:ABH) is cutting 1,100 jobs as it closes its troubled newsprint mill in Grand Falls, N.L., and a plant in Tennessee to cope with falling demand in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 10:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New $1.1 billion Toyota plant set to officially open in Woodstock, Ont.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081204/50619__new_1_1_billion_toyota_plant_set_to_officially_open_in_woodstock_ont__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WOODSTOCK, Ont. - The new Toyota assembly plant in Woodstock, Ont., will officially open today even though it's been churning out vehicles for about a month.Prime Minister Stephen Harper and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 09:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Migao quarterly profit blooms to $12.9 million as sales triple to $78.1 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081204/50608__migao_quarterly_profit_blooms_to_12_9_million_as_sales_triple_to_78_1_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - China-focused fertilizer provider Migao Corp. (TSX:MGO) has reported summer-quarter net income of $12.9 million, up from $2.3 million a year earlier.Earnings per share advanced to 32... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 08:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081204/50586__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Edmonton Oilers took advantage of a Dallas Stars team desperately trying to escape the distractions caused the suspension of infamous pest Sean Avery.Lubomir Visnovsky, Ales Hemsky and Andrew... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 01:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Visnovsky, Hemsky and Cogliano lead the offence as Oilers down Stars</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081204/50583__visnovsky_hemsky_and_cogliano_lead_the_offence_as_oilers_down_stars_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers hope home ice will be more hospitable in December after a good start lifted them to a badly-needed victory at Rexall Place.Lubomir Visnovsky, Ales Hemsky and Andrew... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 01:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081204/50582__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Rajon Rondo made sure the Indiana Pacers weren't giant killers for a second straight night.Rondo notched his first career triple-double and Ray Allen scored 31 points, leading the Boston Celtics... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Dec 2008 00:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Martin knocks off Gushue 7-6 in opening match of The National curling event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081203/50580__martin_knocks_off_gushue_7_6_in_opening_match_of_the_national_curling_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Reigning world champion Kevin Martin defeated Olympic gold medallist Brad Gushue 7-6 in an extra end in opening-day action at The National curling event Wednesday night.With Martin ahead... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 23:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Senators ride big first period to 5-1 victory over Thrashers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081203/50576__senators_ride_big_first_period_to_5_1_victory_over_thrashers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Dany Heatley and the Ottawa Senators got off to a quick start and made sure the Atlanta Thrashers didn't have a chance at another electric comeback.Heatley had a goal and two assists -... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 23:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tundra Semiconductor reports Q2 profit of $1.7 million, up from loss year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081203/50550__tundra_semiconductor_reports_q2_profit_of_1_7_million_up_from_loss_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Tundra Semiconductor Corp. (TSX:TUN) reported Wednesday a profit in its latest quarter compared with a loss a year ago as revenue crept higher.The chip maker said it earned $1.7 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 17:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian short-track speedskater Monette retires after eight-year career</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081203/50546__canadian_short_track_speedskater_monette_retires_after_eight_year_career_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canadian short-track speedskater Jean-Francois Monette has decided to call it a career.The skater from Pointe-aux-Trembles, Que., announced his retirement Wednesday just over a year... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 16:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Frontera Copper says Mexico's Invecture offering 59 cents per share</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081203/50542__frontera_copper_says_mexico_s_invecture_offering_59_cents_per_share_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Frontera Copper Corp. (TSX:FCC) says Invecture Group SA of Mexico, which previously announced its intention to take control of the Toronto-based mining company, is offering 59 cents per... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 15:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal-born actor Peter Keleghan to get Award of Excellence from ACTRA</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081203/50539__montreal_born_actor_peter_keleghan_to_get_award_of_excellence_from_actra_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Four-time Gemini Award winner Peter Keleghan is being honoured by the Canadian union representing English-language actors.ACTRA Toronto will give Keleghan an Award of Excellence in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 15:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Berkeley Capital Corp. says deal with EnWise Holdings is terminated</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081203/50535__berkeley_capital_corp_says_deal_with_enwise_holdings_is_terminated_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Berkeley Capital Corp. (TSXV:BIZ.P), a Toronto-based shell company trying to get a stock listing, says its proposed transaction with EnWise Holdings Inc. has been terminated.Berkeley and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 15:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Invest in infrastructure and education to raise productivity: Conference Board</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081203/50526__invest_in_infrastructure_and_education_to_raise_productivity_conference_board_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Conference Board of Canada has weighed in with a new call for investment in infrastructure and education, calling this the surest way to boost the country's productivity.The report... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 14:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Corridor Resources says it has discovered oil at South Branch G-36 well in New Brunswick</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081203/50524__corridor_resources_says_it_has_discovered_oil_at_south_branch_g_36_well_in_new_brunswick_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Corridor Resources Inc. (TSX:CDH), a junior Halifax based energy company, says it has made a potentially significant oil discovery at its South Branch G-36 well three kilometers... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 14:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Elisha Cuthbert, Coco Rocha among celebs to appear on 'Project Runway Canada'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081203/50522__elisha_cuthbert_coco_rocha_among_celebs_to_appear_on_project_runway_canada__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Actress Elisha Cuthbert, fashion model Coco Rocha and designer Wayne Clark will be among the celebrity guests appearing on the new season of "Project Runway Canada."The stylish reality... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 14:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mediterranean signs deal to joint venture its Turkish properties</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081203/50514__mediterranean_signs_deal_to_joint_venture_its_turkish_properties_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Mediterranean Resources Ltd. (TSX:MNR), a Vancouver-based mineral developer, says it has signed a joint venture deal with Cengiz Holding Co. to develop Mediterranean's mineral... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 13:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Musician and activist Bob Geldof says economic crisis no excuse to cut foreign aid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081203/50509__musician_and_activist_bob_geldof_says_economic_crisis_no_excuse_to_cut_foreign_aid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Musician and activist Bob Geldof says the current economic crisis is no excuse to cut foreign aid.Geldof, who is visiting Winnipeg, says there is no reason to turn the global financial... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 16:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wireless tech firm AirIQ cuts 36 per cent of workforce</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081203/50508__wireless_tech_firm_airiq_cuts_36_per_cent_of_workforce_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Wireless technology firm AirIQ Inc. (TSX:IQ) said Wednesday it will cut its workforce by 36 per cent, or about 21 jobs, to save $1 million a year in the face of mounting economic... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 12:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Goodwood acquires another 13.9 per cent of The Westaim Corp.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081203/50507__goodwood_acquires_another_13_9_per_cent_of_the_westaim_corp__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Goodwood Inc. says it has acquired control or direction over 13.1 million common shares of The Westaim Corporation (TSX:WED), about 13.9 per cent of the Calgary-based technology... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 12:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>BNK Petroleum sells oil and gas leases to U.S. firm for US$10 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081203/50489__bnk_petroleum_sells_oil_and_gas_leases_to_u_s_firm_for_us_10_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - BNK Petroleum Inc. (TSX:BKX) said Wednesday it has agreed to sell 1,100 hectares of oil and gas leases in Oklahoma and 34,800 hectares of leases in the Black Warrior Basin of Mississippi... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 11:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jaguar Financial takeover bid for Royal Laser expires</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081203/50475__jaguar_financial_takeover_bid_for_royal_laser_expires_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jaguar Financial Corp. (TSX:JFC) said Wednesday its takeover bid for industrial technology provider Royal Laser Corp. (TSX:RLC) will not be extended after it expired Tuesday evening.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 09:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>RIM offers $1.50 per share for Certicom in $66-million takeover bid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081203/50471__rim_offers_1_50_per_share_for_certicom_in_66_million_takeover_bid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Research In Motion Ltd. (TSX:RIM) has announced a $66-million takeover bid for data encryption specialist Certicom Corp. (TSX:CIC).RIM said Wednesday it is offering $1.50 per share in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 08:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier rail division lands US$101M 8-year deal at San Francisco airport</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081203/50464__bombardier_rail_division_lands_us_101m_8_year_deal_at_san_francisco_airport_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BERLIN - Bombardier Transportation (TSX:BBD.B) has announced a new eight-year contract worth 80 million euros (US$101 million) to operate the automated people mover system at San Francisco... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 08:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Recession threat weighs heavily on housing markets in 2008: ReMax</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081203/50454__recession_threat_weighs_heavily_on_housing_markets_in_2008_remax_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Some 440,000 homes are expected to change hands in Canada this year, according to a new housing forecast by ReMax.The realtor says that total would represent a decrease of 15 per cent... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 07:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081203/50441__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Dallas Stars benefited from a little addition by subtraction Tuesday night.Rookie Fabian Brunnstrom scored the game-winning goal and Marty Turco made 36 saves as Dallas beat the Calgary Flames... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 01:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fabian Brunnstrom's game-winner helps Stars cool off Flames</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081203/50437__fabian_brunnstrom_s_game_winner_helps_stars_cool_off_flames_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The Dallas Stars benefited from a little addition by subtraction Tuesday night.Rookie Fabian Brunnstrom scored the game-winning goal and Marty Turco made 36 saves as Dallas beat the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 01:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kostitsyn's go-ahead goal helps Habs stave off comeback by Thrashers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081202/50433__kostitsyn_s_go_ahead_goal_helps_habs_stave_off_comeback_by_thrashers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Andrei Kostitsyn scored the go-ahead goal and added two assists as the Montreal Canadiens blew a three-goal lead in 59 seconds but recovered to defeat the Atlanta Thrashers 5-4 Tuesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 23:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada defeats Japan 3-0 at women's world team squash championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081202/50422__canada_defeats_japan_3_0_at_women_s_world_team_squash_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAIRO, Egypt - Canada closed out round-robin play at the women's world team squash championships with a 3-0 victory over Japan on Tuesday.Runa Reta of Montreal defeated Misaki Kobayashi 11-2,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 19:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Preliminary IFIC numbers show up to $1.3 billion in net redemptions in November</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081202/50413__preliminary_ific_numbers_show_up_to_1_3_billion_in_net_redemptions_in_november_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The pace of withdrawal of money from Canadian mutual funds slowed in November from their record pace in October, the Investment Funds Institute of Canada said Tuesday.According to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 18:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Artists Janet Cardiff, George Bures Miller win $25,000 Hnatyshyn award</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081202/50412__artists_janet_cardiff_george_bures_miller_win_25_000_hnatyshyn_award_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Artists Janet Cardiff and George Bures Miller are winners of this year's $25,000 Hnatyshyn Foundation Visual Arts Award, it was announced Tuesday.Cardiff and Miller have worked as... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 18:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec visual artist Betty Goodwin dies at the age of 85</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081202/50404__quebec_visual_artist_betty_goodwin_dies_at_the_age_of_85_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Betty Goodwin, one of Canada's best-known visual artists and the winner of a Governor General's Award in Visual and Media Arts in 2003, has died at the age of 85.Goodwin, who passed... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 16:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Bombers offensive co-ordinator Kelly returns to Winnipeg as head coach</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081202/50394__former_bombers_offensive_co_ordinator_kelly_returns_to_winnipeg_as_head_coach_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Mike Kelly returned to Winnipeg as head coach of the Blue Bombers on Tuesday, where he'll also serve as offensive co-ordinator.Kelly was an offensive co-ordinator with the CFL team from... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 15:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Excellon resumes production at Platosa mine in Mexico after water inflow</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081202/50360__excellon_resumes_production_at_platosa_mine_in_mexico_after_water_inflow_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Excellon Resources Inc. (TSX:EXN) has resumed normal production after dealing with flooding at its Platosa silver-lead-zinc mine in Mexico.Production had been halted in early October... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 11:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Governments name point man in auto rescue plans</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081202/50351__governments_name_point_man_in_auto_rescue_plans_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The federal and Ontario governments have appointed a special advisor on the auto crisis and restructuring plans.The appointment of Jim Arnett by the two levels of governments helps... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 10:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chinese oil giant Sinopec extends takeover bid for Calgary's Tanganyika Oil</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081202/50348__chinese_oil_giant_sinopec_extends_takeover_bid_for_calgary_s_tanganyika_oil_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Chinese energy giant Sinopec has extended the deadline for its $2-billion takeover of Tanganyika Oil Co. Ltd. (TSX:TYK) until Dec. 19 as it awaits regulatory approval from Chinese... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 10:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Funeral arrangements set for telecommunications pioneer Ted Rogers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081203/50331__funeral_arrangements_set_for_telecommunications_pioneer_ted_rogers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The funeral for telecommunications pioneer Ted Rogers will be held next Tuesday at St. James Cathedral in downtown Toronto.The founder of the Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B) media... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 07:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ted Rogers dead at age 75</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081202/50330__ted_rogers_dead_at_age_75_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cable TV mogul Ted Rogers has died at his Toronto home at the age of 75. The founder of Rogers Communications (TSX:RCI.B) was admitted to hospital on Oct. 30 for treatment of an existing... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 06:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081202/50320__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Once Paul Pierce figured out how to score on the Orlando Magic, he couldn't be stopped.Pierce scored 17 of his 24 points in the third quarter to lead the Boston Celtics to their ninth straight... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 01:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081202/50319__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Known more for scoring goals in bunches, Rick Nash instead sank the Vancouver Canucks with a hard-fought assist.Kristian Huselius scored off Nash's blue-collar effort with 4:44 left and Columbus... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 01:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pittsburgh Glass Works closing Ont. plants in Oshawa and Cambridge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081201/50307__pittsburgh_glass_works_closing_ont_plants_in_oshawa_and_cambridge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OSHAWA, Ont. - Pittsburgh Glass Works says it will close its Oshawa, Ont., plant in the first quarter of 2009.The plant employs approximately 160 workers. The company also says satellite assembly... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 21:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alder Resources and Delavaco Energy call off deal after funding falls apart</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081201/50302__alder_resources_and_delavaco_energy_call_off_deal_after_funding_falls_apart_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Alder Resources Ltd. (TSXV:ALR) and Delavaco Energy Inc. have called off a deal that would have seen the reverse takeover of Alder after a key funding agreement fell apart.The deal would... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 19:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Catalyst Paper and PPWC reach tentative agreement on four-year deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081201/50301__catalyst_paper_and_ppwc_reach_tentative_agreement_on_four_year_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CROFTON, B.C. - Catalyst Paper Corp. (TSX:CTL) and the Pulp and Paper Workers of Canada said Monday that they have reached a tentative agreement on a new four-year collective agreement at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 19:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering raises guidance for first quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081201/50299__exfo_electro_optical_engineering_raises_guidance_for_first_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering Inc. (TSX:EXF) raised its guidance for its first quarter on Monday, boosted by weakness in the Canadian dollar.The Quebec-based company, which keeps its... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 19:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fresnillo to make offer for remaining stake in MAG Silver it does not own</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081201/50297__fresnillo_to_make_offer_for_remaining_stake_in_mag_silver_it_does_not_own_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Gold and silver producer Fresnillo plc said Monday that it will make a bid for the remaining stake of MAG Silver Corp. (TSX:MAG) that it does not already own in a deal that values the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 19:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Intrinsyc cuts global workforce 30 per cent to 215 employees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081201/50296__intrinsyc_cuts_global_workforce_30_per_cent_to_215_employees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Intrinsyc Software International Inc. (TSX:ICS) said Monday it is cutting its workforce by nearly a third to 215 employees.The Vancouver-based provider of mobile and embedded... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 19:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>West Fraser Timber plans further cuts to output in British Columbia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081201/50282__west_fraser_timber_plans_further_cuts_to_output_in_british_columbia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - West Fraser Timber (TSX:WFT) plans additional production cuts at certain operations, primarily over the holiday period, on top of what has already been announced for its U.S. and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 17:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AbitibiBowater mill to shut down for five weeks amid slumping demand for newsprint</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081201/50279__abitibibowater_mill_to_shut_down_for_five_weeks_amid_slumping_demand_for_newsprint_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BROOKLYN, N.S. - The AbitibiBowater Inc. (TSX:ABH) newsprint mill in Brooklyn, N.S., will be shut down for five weeks, starting just before Christmas, a move that is being blamed on shrinking... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 17:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ranaz third quarter net loss widens to $878,738 from $671,306</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081201/50278__ranaz_third_quarter_net_loss_widens_to_878_738_from_671_306_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Ranaz Corp. (TSXV:RNZ), a maker of protein and dietary supplements, reports its net loss widened to $878,738 from $671,306 in the third quarter.The Montreal company said late Monday it... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 17:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>EcoMax earns small profit in third quarter reversing loss last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081201/50276__ecomax_earns_small_profit_in_third_quarter_reversing_loss_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - EcoMax Energy Services Ltd. (TSXV:EES), a small Calgary-based oil and gas services company, reported a small profit of $9,000 in the third quarter, compared with a loss of $461,000 for... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 17:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shell buys gas emission treatment firm Cansolv Technologies</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081201/50265__shell_buys_gas_emission_treatment_firm_cansolv_technologies_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - A division of global energy giant Shell has bought privately held gas emission treatment firm Cansolv Technologies Inc. of Montreal for an undisclosed amount.Cansolv will be integrated... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 16:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tahera Diamond set to cease operating within three weeks: CCAA extended</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081201/50257__tahera_diamond_set_to_cease_operating_within_three_weeks_ccaa_extended_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Tahera Diamond Corp. (TSX:TAH) has been given an extension of its protection from creditors until Dec. 12, but said Monday it has found no new funding and will likely be forced to cease... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 14:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Suncor Energy completes maintenance after oilsands fire Nov. 26</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081229/50251__suncor_energy_completes_maintenance_after_oilsands_fire_nov_26_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU) says it has completed repair work to part of its oilsands operations more than a month after a minor fire cut output at the Northern Alberta business.Suncor... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 17:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Unity Life buys individual insurance business from Washington National</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081201/50249__unity_life_buys_individual_insurance_business_from_washington_national_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Unity Life of Canada has an agreement to acquire the individual insurance business of Washington National Insurance Co.'s Canadian branch for an undisclosed price.Subject to... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 14:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Funeral will be held in Toronto this week for former Platinum Blonde bassist</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081201/50242__funeral_will_be_held_in_toronto_this_week_for_former_platinum_blonde_bassist_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A funeral and memorial will be held in Toronto this week for former Platinum Blonde bassist Kenny MacLean, who was found dead last week in his apartment just days after performing at a CD... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 12:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>University goalie in fair condition after throat accidentally slashed by skate</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081201/50214__university_goalie_in_fair_condition_after_throat_accidentally_slashed_by_skate_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINDSOR, Ont. - A university goaltender was in fair condition in a hospital in Windsor, Ont., on Monday after having his throat accidentally slashed by a skate during a game.Kurt Jory of Brandon,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 15:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Liberal-NDP officials meet to resolve coalition snags</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081201/50198__liberal_ndp_officials_meet_to_resolve_coalition_snags_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The NDP and Liberals are meeting this morning to remove obstacles to a broad agreement on a pact that could topple the Conservative government and install Canada's first coalition... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 08:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Look Communications looking for 'orderly sale' of its assets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081201/50196__look_communications_looking_for_orderly_sale_of_its_assets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Look Communications Inc. (TSXV:LOK) intends to liquidate itself and its largest shareholders says it will vote in favour of the plan.Look said Monday it plans a shareholder meeting on a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 19:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Financial markets open December gloomy as economic worries snowball</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081201/50190__financial_markets_open_december_gloomy_as_economic_worries_snowball_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Deepening economic gloom is pulling down overseas stock markets, Wall Street index futures, and commodity prices.Bay Street is watching for Statistics Canada data (at 8.30 a.m. ET)... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 08:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CUPE assails OMERS 'multimillion-dollar compensation for rookie Bay Street CEO</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081201/50185__cupe_assails_omers_multimillion_dollar_compensation_for_rookie_bay_street_ceo__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario president of the Canadian Union of Public Employees has attacked the hiring of Bay Street lawyer Jacques Demers as head of a new unit of the Ontario Municipal Employees... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 07:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081201/50170__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The New Jersey Nets earned a rare win in Phoenix thanks to a monster game from Devin Harris.Harris scored a career-high 47 points, including 21 in the fourth quarter, and the Nets ended their... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 00:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081201/50167__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Mike Modadno almost didn't dress for the Dallas Stars until a pep talk from his father convinced him to lace up his skates.Too bad for the Edmonton Oilers. Modano scored on a power play with 2:21... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 01:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eric Galvez beats Canadian Shahier Razik in B.C. Open squash final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081130/50166__eric_galvez_beats_canadian_shahier_razik_in_b_c_open_squash_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - Eric Galvez of Mexico shut down Toronto's Shahier Razik on Sunday to win the $15,000 B.C. Open men's squash tournament Sunday.Galvez, seeded number two, beat the top-seed Razik... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 22:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Olivier Jean wins gold at World Cup short track speed skating event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081130/50139__canadian_olivier_jean_wins_gold_at_world_cup_short_track_speed_skating_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Canadian Olivier Jean won a gold medal in the 500 metres at a World Cup short track speedskating event on Sunday.Charles Hamelin of Ste-Julie, Que., added a bronze in the 1000 metres and... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 12:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Shahier Razik advances to final of B.C. Open squash tournament</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081130/50138__canada_s_shahier_razik_advances_to_final_of_b_c_open_squash_tournament_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canada's Shahier Razik advanced to the final of the B.C. Open squash tournament with a 3-1 victory over Arturo Salazar of Mexico on Saturday night.Razik, the top seed at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 12:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the boards Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081130/50122__saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ David Lee scored 20 of the New York Knicks' 82 points when they took on the Golden State Warriors Saturday night.Then they played the second half.Chris Duhon had a franchise-record 22 assists,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 06:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flames defeat Vancouver Canucks 3-1 to keep pace in Northwest Division</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081130/50121__flames_defeat_vancouver_canucks_3_1_to_keep_pace_in_northwest_division_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - After 39 minutes of shutout hockey, Calgary's Daymond Langkow scored the pivotal opening goal Saturday night as the Flames went on to a 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks.Combined... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pierse breaks national 200-metre breaststroke record at Canada Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081129/50120__pierse_breaks_national_200_metre_breaststroke_record_at_canada_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Annamay Pierse broke her second Canadian record in two days with a win in the women's 200-metre breaststroke at the Canada Cup short course swimming competition Saturday.Pierse of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 23:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian men pick up three medals at World Cup speedskating event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081129/50114__canadian_men_pick_up_three_medals_at_world_cup_speedskating_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - It was a good day at the rink for the Canadian men competing at the Beijing World Cup on Saturday, the third stop of the speedskating circuit.Charles Hamelin, of Ste. Julie, Que., won... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 20:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Ciach wins bronze at Commonwealth Tenpin Bowling Championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081129/50107__canadian_ciach_wins_bronze_at_commonwealth_tenpin_bowling_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BELFAST, Northern Ireland - Canadian Joe Ciach won a bronze medal in the men's masters event at the Commonwealth Tenpin Bowling Championships on Saturday.The native of Mississauga, Ont., rallied... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 18:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Italy's Peter Fill races to victory in opening downhill of World Cup season</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081129/50092__italy_s_peter_fill_races_to_victory_in_opening_downhill_of_world_cup_season_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAKE LOUISE, Alta. - Peter Fill of Italy won the opening World Cup downhill race of the season Saturday.Fill covered the course in one minute 47.40 seconds.Carlo Janka of Switzerland, who started... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 16:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian team gets off to slow start to begin bobsled World Cup season</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081130/50090__canadian_team_gets_off_to_slow_start_to_begin_bobsled_world_cup_season_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINTERBERG, Germany - Canada's men's bobsleigh team got the four-man World Cup season off to a slow start on Sunday.Having spent the entire pre-season training on fast and highly technical tracks,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 11:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Dube and Davison win bronze medal in pairs at NHK Trophy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081129/50069__canadians_dube_and_davison_win_bronze_medal_in_pairs_at_nhk_trophy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TOKYO - A bronze-medal performance at the NHK Trophy didn't sit well with the Canadian pairs team of Jessica Dube and Bryce Davison.The world bronze medallists missed out on a chance to earn a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 12:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Friday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081129/50068__nba_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Mike Miller made sure Oklahoma City's franchise record-tying 14th straight loss would be memorable for more than one reason.With just 0.1 seconds left in the game, Miller drained a game-winning... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 01:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Hollingsworth finishes third in World Cup skeleton race</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081129/50067__canadian_hollingsworth_finishes_third_in_world_cup_skeleton_race_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINTERBERG, Germany - Mellisa Hollingsworth found herself in familiar place to kick off the 2008-09 World Cup skeleton season on Friday.The Eckville, Alta., native finished third with a two-race... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 01:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Friday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081129/50066__nhl_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Trying to break out of a losing funk, the Buffalo Sabres stole a page of Pittsburgh's playbook.Paul Gaustad and Drew Stafford each scored a pair of goals in the Sabres' 4-3 comeback victory over... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 01:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Country star Crystal Shawanda big winner at Aboriginal Music Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081128/50065__country_star_crystal_shawanda_big_winner_at_aboriginal_music_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Country music star Crystal Shawanda was the big winner at the 10th annual Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards on Friday, taking home five trophies.Shawanda - an Ojibwa from the Wikwemikong reserve on... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Julia Smit breaks 400-metre individual medley world record at Canada Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081128/50063__julia_smit_breaks_400_metre_individual_medley_world_record_at_canada_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - American swimmer Julia Smit broke the short-course world record in the women's 400-metre individual medley Friday at the Canada Cup.Smit, 20, clocked 4:25.87, beating the previous record... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Valencia considering sale of its interests in two exploration projects</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081128/50054__valencia_considering_sale_of_its_interests_in_two_exploration_projects_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Valencia Ventures Inc. (TSXV:VVI) said Friday it has ceased exploration at both the Cachinal and Nuevo Juncal projects in Chile and is considering various options, including a sale of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 18:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New West Energy unable to complete financing for Terralog purchase</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081128/50053__new_west_energy_unable_to_complete_financing_for_terralog_purchase_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - New West Energy Services Inc. (TSXV:NWE) says it has been unable to complete a $6.6-million private placement of common shares that was a condition of its purchase of Terralog... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 18:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crystallex sends letter to Venezuelan government in Las Cristinas dispute</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081128/50052__crystallex_sends_letter_to_venezuelan_government_in_las_cristinas_dispute_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Crystallex International Corp. (TSX:KRY) sent a letter Friday to the Venezuelan government regarding troubled Las Cristinas project and said it may be forced to submit the dispute to... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 18:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Semcan Inc. to sell Nucleus Distribution Inc. in $6.5-million deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081128/50043__semcan_inc_to_sell_nucleus_distribution_inc_in_6_5_million_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Semcan Inc. (TSXV:STT) has a conditional agreement to sell its Nucleus Distribution Inc. subsidiary to an unidentified buyer in a $6.5-million deal announced Friday.Semcan is a worldwide... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 16:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ATB Financial takes additional $55.5 million provision for ABCP losses</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081128/50042__atb_financial_takes_additional_55_5_million_provision_for_abcp_losses_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - ATB Financial has made an additional $55.5-million provision for potential losses on its holdings of asset-backed commercial paper, bringing its total provisions for possible ABCP losses... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 16:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zi Corp. reviewing new hostile offer by Nuance Communications</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081128/50041__zi_corp_reviewing_new_hostile_offer_by_nuance_communications_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Zi Corp. (TSX:ZIC) said Friday it was reviewing a new hostile takeover offer by Nuance Communications Inc. at half the price it offered to pay in the summer.Nuance has offered 40 cents... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 16:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CIBC reaches resolution regarding former employee Paul Flynn</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081128/50039__cibc_reaches_resolution_regarding_former_employee_paul_flynn_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - CIBC (TSX:CM) said Friday it has reached "an amicable resolution of all outstanding matters" with Paul Flynn and signed a consulting agreement with the former mid-level official with the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 16:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Invecture Group takes 16 per cent interest in Frontera Copper, seeking more</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081128/50018__invecture_group_takes_16_per_cent_interest_in_frontera_copper_seeking_more_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Mexico's Invecture Group has taken a 16 per cent stake in miner Frontera Copper Corp. (TSX:FCC), and intends to take a controlling interest, Frontera said Friday.The companies are in... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 12:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Randy Bennett named Canada's head coach for 2009 world championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081128/50015__randy_bennett_named_canada_s_head_coach_for_2009_world_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Swimming Canada named Randy Bennett head coach of the country's senior team at the 2009 World Aquatic Championships on Friday.Bennett coached 20-year-old Ryan Cochrane to bronze in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 12:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Car sales slowdown will catch up with Canada in 2009: Scotia economist</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081128/50012__car_sales_slowdown_will_catch_up_with_canada_in_2009_scotia_economist_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada has so far avoided the sales decline in the car market but will not outrun the global slump next year, with sales likely to skid about 10 per cent, a Scotiabank economic analysis... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 11:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Uranium One eases back in Athabasca Basin venture with Pitchstone</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081128/50008__uranium_one_eases_back_in_athabasca_basin_venture_with_pitchstone_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Pitchstone Exploration Ltd. (TSXV:PXP) disclosed Friday that Uranium One Inc. (TSX:UUU) has declined to make a cash call payment on the companies' joint-venture properties in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 10:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bow Valley Energy seeks extention of debt deadline</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090102/50007__bow_valley_energy_seeks_extention_of_debt_deadline_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Bow Valley Energy Ltd. (TSX:BVX) said Friday its lending group has agreed to refrain from issuing any formal default notice on about $43 million in that came due Dec. 31.Besides a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 2 Jan 2009 12:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ZoomerMedia summer-quarter loss of $675K 'in line with the business plan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081128/50006__zoomermedia_summer_quarter_loss_of_675k_in_line_with_the_business_plan__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - ZoomerMedia Ltd. (TSXV:ZUM) has reported a summer-quarter loss of $675,000 on revenue of $2.5 million, "in line with the company's business plan for 2009 as it invests in the development... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 09:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>One Canadian killed, two hurt, six reported missing after Mumbai attacks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081128/49981__one_canadian_killed_two_hurt_six_reported_missing_after_mumbai_attacks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon says a Canadian has been killed in Mumbai where terrorists have staged a series of deadly attacks.In a teleconference statement early Friday,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 02:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cammalleri's first career hat trick leads Flames over Canucks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081128/49979__cammalleri_s_first_career_hat_trick_leads_flames_over_canucks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Off-season pickups Michael Cammalleri and Curtis Glencross are paying big dividends for the Calgary Flames.Cammalleri had the first three-goal performance of his NHL career and... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 02:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Source: Brian Burke and Leafs come to terms on president-GM deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081128/49978__source_brian_burke_and_leafs_come_to_terms_on_president_gm_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Brian Burke and the Maple Leafs have agreed to terms on a deal that would see the former Anaheim GM take over as Toronto's president and general manager.A source confirmed the two sides... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 00:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>WHL victory gives Canada 5-1 series win over Russia in ADT Challenge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081127/49976__whl_victory_gives_canada_5_1_series_win_over_russia_in_adt_challenge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. - Kyle Beach of the Everett Silvertips scored the game-winning goal as the Western Hockey League all-stars beat in Russian Selects 2-1 Thursday in the final game of the ADT... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 23:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Spezza and Alfredsson score in SO as Sens win 2-1 over Maple Leafs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081127/49974__spezza_and_alfredsson_score_in_so_as_sens_win_2_1_over_maple_leafs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - After losing their previous three shootout appearances the Ottawa Senators finally found a way to take that second point.Jason Spezza and Daniel Alfredsson scored in the shootout Thursday... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 23:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada eliminated from FIFA women's U20 World Cup after loss to Germany</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081127/49973__canada_eliminated_from_fifa_women_s_u20_world_cup_after_loss_to_germany_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ COQUIMBO, Chile - A last-minute German goal eliminated Canada from the FIFA women's under-20 World Cup.Substitute Lisa Schwab scored in the 90th minute to give the Germans a 2-1 victory over... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 21:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 4 take to floor in So You Think You Can Dance Canada'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081127/49970__top_4_take_to_floor_in_so_you_think_you_can_dance_canada__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - After a record high of more than three million votes from across the country on Wednesday night, it was revealed live by host Leah Miller on CTV that either Allie, Miles, Natalli or Nico... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 20:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Federal government reports $800 million surplus for first half of fiscal year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49968__federal_government_reports_800_million_surplus_for_first_half_of_fiscal_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The federal government reported Thursday a surplus of $800 million through the first half of its fiscal year compared with a surplus of $6.6 billion for the same period last year.In its... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 20:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clothing union presses Reebok to preserve local NHL jersey-making industry</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49967__clothing_union_presses_reebok_to_preserve_local_nhl_jersey_making_industry_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A union representing clothing industry workers is calling on Reebok to bring the hockey jersey back to Canada.Unite Here launched its campaign on Thursday outside a Montreal Reebok store that... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 20:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>B.C. brewery says lawsuit filed by Sleeman over bottle design is waste of time</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49966__b_c_brewery_says_lawsuit_filed_by_sleeman_over_bottle_design_is_waste_of_time_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - A B.C. brewery says a lawsuit filed against it by competitor Sleeman Breweries over its bottle design is silly and a waste of time.Dead Frog Brewery president Derrick Smith said... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 20:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Anticipated order by China for Bombardier's CSeries aircraft likely on hold: analyst</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081127/49949__anticipated_order_by_china_for_bombardier_s_cseries_aircraft_likely_on_hold_analyst_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - An anticipated order by China for Bombardier's (TSX:BBD.B) CSeries aircraft will likely not be placed in the short-to medium-term, according to a Desjardins Securities analyst.Benoit... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 17:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Build time of Irving Oil refinery in N.B. doubled from four to eight years</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49946__build_time_of_irving_oil_refinery_in_n_b_doubled_from_four_to_eight_years_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SAINT JOHN, N.B. - Irving Oil says it will stretch out construction of its proposed second oil refinery for Saint John over an eight-year period, rather than four years.Kevin Scott, senior... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shell Canada reviewing costs for Carmon Creek oilsands project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49945__shell_canada_reviewing_costs_for_carmon_creek_oilsands_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Shell Canada has withdrawn a regulatory application for an expansion to its Carmon Creek oilsands project as it looks at ways to cut costs, a spokeswoman said Thursday.The company... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Disenco strikes joint venture deal with Canada's Hunter Group</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49944__disenco_strikes_joint_venture_deal_with_canada_s_hunter_group_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SHEFFIELD, U.K. - Disenco Energy plc (TSXV:DIS.V), a British provider of heat and power appliances which trades on the TSX Venture Exchange, says it has struck a deal with Canada's Hunter Group to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Time out for 2010 Olympic countdown clock in downtown Vancouver</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081127/49943__time_out_for_2010_olympic_countdown_clock_in_downtown_vancouver_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The countdown clock for the 2010 Winter Olympics has taken a time-out.Vancouver Olympic officials were notified early Thursday morning that the large digital clock had stopped.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bruce Power study eyes northwest Saskatchewan for new nuclear power plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49939__bruce_power_study_eyes_northwest_saskatchewan_for_new_nuclear_power_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - A new study has found that a region in northwestern Saskatchewan would be a good spot to build a nuclear power plant.The feasibility study by Bruce Power (TSX:CCO, TSX:TRP) pinpoints... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ont. says all bidders remain in the running for nuclear plants despite costs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081127/49938__ont_says_all_bidders_remain_in_the_running_for_nuclear_plants_despite_costs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - All three bidders are still in the running to build new nuclear reactors in the province, company and government officials said Thursday, as critics charged that speculation about a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Medical Intelligence Q3 loss $2.5M as monitoring equipment sales get underway</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49932__medical_intelligence_q3_loss_2_5m_as_monitoring_equipment_sales_get_underway_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Medical Intelligence Technologies Inc. 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(TSX:RC) had a $1-million net loss in fiscal 2008 as a result of lower operating profit, currency fluctuations and the effects of selling its holdings in Xign.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Yukon-Shaanxi Mining venture embraces Tagish Lake Gold: details to come</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49915__yukon_shaanxi_mining_venture_embraces_tagish_lake_gold_details_to_come_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Tagish Lake Gold Corp. (TSXV:TLG) said Thursday it is negotiating to merge with Yukon-Shaanxi Mining Co., a joint venture of Yukon-Nevada Gold Corp. (TSX:YNG) and the Northwest... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 13:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Portrait Gallery seeks Karsh stories to mark photog's 100th birthday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081127/49913__portrait_gallery_seeks_karsh_stories_to_mark_photog_s_100th_birthday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - He was known as Karsh of Ottawa to generations of world leaders, celebrities, artists and cognoscenti who sought immortality through the lenses of his cameras.But the late Yousef Karsh... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 13:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Q4 loss pushes Exco Technologies to 2008 annual loss</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081127/49912__q4_loss_pushes_exco_technologies_to_2008_annual_loss_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Tool-and-die supplier Exco Technologies Ltd. (TSX:XTC) posted $21.2-million net loss in its fiscal fourth quarter, as it took a major writedown on its Neocon Canada and Polytech divisions... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 13:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Police notify next of kin in Alberta after 7 die in fiery SUV crash in Colorado</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081128/49904__police_notify_next_of_kin_in_alberta_after_7_die_in_fiery_suv_crash_in_colorado_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ JOHNSTOWN, Colo. - Fingerprints and dental work are being used to identify the charred remains of five adults and two children killed Thursday when their Alberta-registered SUV crashed on a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 16:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CIBC data on 473,000 clients may not have been lost after all: no one knows</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081127/49900__cibc_data_on_473_000_clients_may_not_have_been_lost_after_all_no_one_knows_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Mystery still surrounds a possible loss of private data on almost half a million clients of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM), two years after the well-publicized event.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 12:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canlan Ice Sports to go ahead with planned 20-for one share consolidation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49891__canlan_ice_sports_to_go_ahead_with_planned_20_for_one_share_consolidation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - Skating arena operator Canlan Ice Sports Corp. (TSX:ICE) said Thursday it will go ahead with a planned 20-for-one share consolidation.The company will have about 13.3 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Workers at Petro Canada refinery in Montreal approve new contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081223/49890__workers_at_petro_canada_refinery_in_montreal_approve_new_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Workers at the Petro-Canada (TSX:PCA) refinery in Montreal have voted 94.6 per cent to accept a new collective agreement to end a 13-month lockout, the union said Tuesday.The three-year... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 20:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Travel deficit narrowed in summer quarter: Statistics Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49889__travel_deficit_narrowed_in_summer_quarter_statistics_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's international travel deficit narrowed in the summer quarter, shrinking to less than $3 billion for the first time in a year.Statistics Canada said Thursday that lower spending by... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>InStorage REIT would accept takeover by Canadian Storage but only at higher offer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081127/49880__instorage_reit_would_accept_takeover_by_canadian_storage_but_only_at_higher_offer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Warehouse operator InStorage REIT (TSX:IS.UN) says it's still open to being taken over by Canadian Storage Partners ULC, but only at a price of $4 per unit - about $98 million - or more.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 09:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Steelmaker ArcelorMittal planning 9,000 'voluntary' job cuts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/49874__steelmaker_arcelormittal_planning_9_000_voluntary_job_cuts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LUXEMBOURG - ArcelorMittal is planning "voluntary separation programs to be launched across the group," aiming to trim as many as 9,000 employees - three per cent of its global workforce.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 17:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081127/49860__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ When it seemed like their season couldn't get much worse, the Okalhoma City Thunder were humiliated by a Cleveland Calvaliers team resting its franchise player.Even with LeBron James playing just... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081127/49859__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The New York Islanders now know what its like to lose a game on a defensive gaffe.Two days after the Islanders rode Montreal defenceman Ryan O'Byrne's own goal to a win over the Canadiens, Andy... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kopitar scores winner as L.A. Kings rule Oilers 2-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081127/49858__kopitar_scores_winner_as_l_a_kings_rule_oilers_2_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Home ice has been absolutely no advantage for the Edmonton Oilers these days.Patrick O'Sullivan and Anze Kopitar had a goal and an assist apiece as the Los Angeles Kings snapped a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>WHL blanks Russia 5-0, guarantees series win for Canada in ADT Challenge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081127/49853__whl_blanks_russia_5_0_guarantees_series_win_for_canada_in_adt_challenge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SWIFT CURRENT, Sask. - Canada clinched the ADT Challenge on Wednesday with their most dominating performance at the tournament so far.Jordan Eberle scored twice and the Western Hockey League... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Heavyweight legend George Chuvalo helps launch boxing DVD set</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081126/49840__heavyweight_legend_george_chuvalo_helps_launch_boxing_dvd_set_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Heavyweight legend George Chuvalo joined Canadian boxers past and present to launch a DVD set dedicated to the Sweet Science on Wednesday at an old fight hangout - Magnan's Tavern in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Laval sweeps weekly player awards after win over Western at Vanier Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081126/49839__laval_sweeps_weekly_player_awards_after_win_over_western_at_vanier_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Laval Rouge et Or swept the final Canadian Interuniversity Sport football player of the week awards for the 2008 season.Quarterback Benoit Groulx, defensive lineman Marc-Antoine... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan expects huge economic benefits from expansion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081126/49836__potash_corporation_of_saskatchewan_expects_huge_economic_benefits_from_expansion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan says thousands of jobs will flow from a multibillion-dollar expansion at three of its mines in the province.The company unveiled some details... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 18:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Construction firm Black Diamond gets $15 million contract for lodge for oilsands project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081126/49832__construction_firm_black_diamond_gets_15_million_contract_for_lodge_for_oilsands_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Construction company Black Diamond Income Fund (TSX:BDI) has been awarded a $15 million contract to build an executive lodge to house up to 90 people at the Devon Jackfish oilsands... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 18:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alliance Films announces it has completed repurchasing of its debt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081126/49829__alliance_films_announces_it_has_completed_repurchasing_of_its_debt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Motion picture distributor Alliance Films announced Wednesday it has completed the repurchasing of its outstanding debt of $450 million."Given market conditions and pricing,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto teacher named music teacher of the year by MusiCounts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081126/49824__toronto_teacher_named_music_teacher_of_the_year_by_musicounts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Alex Voros, music teacher at Toronto's Chaminade College School, has been named the recipient of this year's MusiCounts Teacher of the Year Award.A ceremony at the school was scheduled... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Joyner auction provides more evidence of weakness in art market</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081126/49820__joyner_auction_provides_more_evidence_of_weakness_in_art_market_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - About 35 per cent of paintings were left unsold at the two-day Joyner Waddington's auction of Canadian fine art, including major works by Tom Thomson, Emily Carr and A.Y. Jackson,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New Pacific Metals Corp. first quarter loss widens to $469,150 from $252,724</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081126/49816__new_pacific_metals_corp_first_quarter_loss_widens_to_469_150_from_252_724_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - New Pacific Metals Corp. (TSXV:NUX), a junior Vancouver miner with operations in China, syas its loss for the quarter ended Sept. 30 widened to $469,150 from $252,724 for the same... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manulife Securities settles lawsuit spawned by Portus failure</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081126/49815__manulife_securities_settles_lawsuit_spawned_by_portus_failure_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC) has settled a lawsuit against French bank Societe Generale over losses from Portus Alternative Asset Management Inc., a failed Canadian hedge fund... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HudBay urges shareholders to take no action on Jaguar takeover proposal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081126/49809__hudbay_urges_shareholders_to_take_no_action_on_jaguar_takeover_proposal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Zinc miner HudBay Minerals Inc. (TSX:HBM) is urging its shareholders to take no action on an unsolicited takeover offer from Jaguar Financial Corp.Earlier this week, Jaguar, a HudBay... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 15:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>A.S. Byatt to receive $10,000 prize at Montreal literary festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081126/49794__a_s_byatt_to_receive_10_000_prize_at_montreal_literary_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Acclaimed British author A.S. Byatt has been named the winner of the 2009 Blue Metropolis International Literary Grand Prix.The prize, worth $10,000, will be awarded next spring during... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Peregrine Diamonds and Peregrine Metals scrap merger plan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081126/49783__peregrine_diamonds_and_peregrine_metals_scrap_merger_plan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Peregrine Diamonds Ltd. (TSX:PGD) and Peregrine Metals Ltd. say they have decided to scrap plans to merge the two companies.The deal collapsed after global miner BHP Billiton... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Metanor Resources strikes financing deal to try and raise $10 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081126/49777__metanor_resources_strikes_financing_deal_to_try_and_raise_10_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VAL-D'OR, Que. - Metanor Resources Inc. (TSXV:MTO), a Quebec-based miner, says it has entered into an agreement with Raymond James Ltd. to act as lead agent for a private placement of 20 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Photon Control revenue slips in third quarter but company achieves small profit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081126/49774__photon_control_revenue_slips_in_third_quarter_but_company_achieves_small_profit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - Photon Control Inc. (TSXV:PHO) says weakness in the semiconductor industry pushed down its third-quarter revenue to $1.1 million.That's down from $1.5 million in the second quarter... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Garda World sees solid performance despite economic slowdown</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081126/49764__garda_world_sees_solid_performance_despite_economic_slowdown_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Hard-pressed Garda World Security Corp. (TSX:GW) said Wednesday its armoured-car and security-guard services are "experiencing sustained performance despite the economic slowdown."In... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>B.C. premier announces cuts in some Crown timber stumpage fees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090115/49763__b_c_premier_announces_cuts_in_some_crown_timber_stumpage_fees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - B.C. Premier Gordon Campbell says the province is slashing some stumpage rates - the fees forest companies pay to cut Crown-owned timber - to reflect the slumping market for wood.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 06:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Catalyst to curtail production at all mills during Christmas period</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081126/49756__catalyst_to_curtail_production_at_all_mills_during_christmas_period_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Catalyst Paper Corp. (TSX:CTL) will be curtailing production at all of its six mills during the "seasonally slow "Christmas period.The decision reflects "reduced demand expected... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Libya-focused Verenex Energy opens data rooms to potential buyers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081126/49748__libya_focused_verenex_energy_opens_data_rooms_to_potential_buyers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Verenex Energy Inc. (TSX:VNX) has opened data rooms in London "to facilitate a potential corporate sale as one of the strategic options currently under review."The Calgary-headquartered... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 09:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>The Azalea 2008 Trust acquires shares of Magna Entertainment Corp.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081126/49731__the_azalea_2008_trust_acquires_shares_of_magna_entertainment_corp__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Azalea 2008 Trust has acquired 21.6 per cent of the Class A shares of Magna Entertainment Corp., North America's largest thoroughbred racetrack operator.Azalea gets ownership and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 04:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081126/49725__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Ed Tapscott was welcomed to the NBA coaching ranks with a presidential-level compliment.Tapscott won his NBA debut with the Washington Wizards, who routed the Golden State Warriors and newcomer... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 01:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081126/49722__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Chris Mason was involved in another 0-0 game through regulation in Nashville, only this time he was shutting down the Predators instead of the visitors.Mason stopped 47 shots through overtime and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Forward Rene Bourque scores two goals as Flames beat Kings 6-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081126/49721__forward_rene_bourque_scores_two_goals_as_flames_beat_kings_6_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Rene Bourque and Curtis Glencross were brought to Calgary over the summer to boost the Flames' secondary scoring. So far, they're delivering.Bourque scored twice Tuesday night while... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 01:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Schwartz increases stake in Onex with purchase of subordinate voting shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081125/49706__schwartz_increases_stake_in_onex_with_purchase_of_subordinate_voting_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Gerry Schwartz said Tuesday that he has increased his stake in Onex Corp. (TSX:OCX), the private equity firm he runs.Schwartz said he bought 237,600 subordinate voting shares of Onex for... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 20:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NLL institutes instant replay in review of certain types of calls</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20081125/49705__nll_institutes_instant_replay_in_review_of_certain_types_of_calls_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - The National Lacrosse League will introduce instant replay for referees for the upcoming season.Officials will be able to review goals and crease violations only."Our game moves very... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 20:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ABCP restructuring plan will take longer than expected to be completed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081125/49697__abcp_restructuring_plan_will_take_longer_than_expected_to_be_completed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The investor committee restructuring $32 billion in non-bank asset-backed commercial paper in Canada said Tuesday it will not complete its work by the end of the month as had been hoped... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Paintings by William Kurelek, Tom Thomson exceed estimates at Joyner auction</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081125/49689__paintings_by_william_kurelek_tom_thomson_exceed_estimates_at_joyner_auction_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Paintings by William Kurelek and Tom Thomson exceeded expectations Tuesday at Joyner Waddington's fall auction of important Canadian art, selling for thousands of dollars more than... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Edmonton Eskimos officially announce Noel Prefontaine deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081125/49687__edmonton_eskimos_officially_announce_noel_prefontaine_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Eskimos have officially re-signed veteran kicker-punter Noel Prefontaine.He was scheduled to become a free agent in February but decided to stay put in Edmonton rather than... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nicholas Campbell, Sarah Slean among panellists for next 'Canada Reads'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081125/49674__nicholas_campbell_sarah_slean_among_panellists_for_next_canada_reads__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Actor Nicholas Campbell, singer Sarah Slean and journalist Avi Lewis are among those participating in the latest edition of the CBC radio program "Canada Reads."The program, in which... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Musician David Foster overlooked as composer of 2010 Olympics musical theme</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081125/49659__musician_david_foster_overlooked_as_composer_of_2010_olympics_musical_theme_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VICTORIA, B.C. - Multiple Grammy award-winning music producer and Victoria native David Foster won't be composing the music for the 2010 Olympic Games.Foster says he has not been approached by the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sherritt moving to reduce costs at Madagascar nickel project as prices drop</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081125/49651__sherritt_moving_to_reduce_costs_at_madagascar_nickel_project_as_prices_drop_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sherritt International Corp. (TSX:S) and its partners are devising a "revised execution strategy" to cut the estimated $3.2-billion cost of the Ambatovy nickel-cobalt project under... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's automakers to lose $1.7 billion in 2008: Conference Board of Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081125/49626__canada_s_automakers_to_lose_1_7_billion_in_2008_conference_board_of_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's automakers are expected lose $1.7 billion this year, according to the latest projection from the Conference Board of Canada.It says the automakers are caught in a "maelstrom of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 09:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ATS announces $50M automation systems order by an energy company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081125/49620__ats_announces_50m_automation_systems_order_by_an_energy_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMBRIDGE, Ont. - ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. (TSX:ATA) has announced it has received a $50 million automation systems order by a new customer in the energy sector.The Ontario-based maker... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 08:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Number of EI recipients rises in October</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081219/49618__number_of_ei_recipients_rises_in_october_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says 486,200 Canadians received regular Employment Insurance benefits in October, 3,500 or 0.7 per cent more than in September.The number of Canadians receiving regular... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Asper siblings add to holdings of marked-down Canwest shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081125/49607__asper_siblings_add_to_holdings_of_marked_down_canwest_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The children of Canwest Global Communications Corp. founder Izzy Asper have added to their holdings of the media company's subordinate voting shares (TSX:CGS).The Asper family members,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Railways set record passenger and freight volumes in 2007: Report</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081125/49600__railways_set_record_passenger_and_freight_volumes_in_2007_report_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's railways set records in 2007 in terms of revenue, freight carried and number of passengers.The freight load, as measured in tonne-kilometres, grew by 1.6 per cent over 2006 to a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 07:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081125/49583__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Though his teammates were quick to come to his defence, Ryan O'Byrne said he deserves the shower of boos the Montreal faithful gave him after his gaffe cost the Canadiens a valuable point.O'Byrne... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 01:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081125/49582__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Yao Ming was such a force Monday night, he seemed a full six inches taller to the overmatched Miami Heat.Yao shook off waves of defenders in a 28-point, 12-rebound effort that helped the Houston... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 01:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sami Salo scores OT winner, Sanford shines as Vancouver edges Detroit 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081125/49581__sami_salo_scores_ot_winner_sanford_shines_as_vancouver_edges_detroit_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Vancouver Canucks aren't looking forward to playing without star goaltender Roberto Luongo, but Curtis Sanford's solid performance Monday helped ease the pain a little bit.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 02:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>O'Byrne's own goal costs Habs as they lose 4-3 in shootout to streaking Isles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081124/49573__o_byrne_s_own_goal_costs_habs_as_they_lose_4_3_in_shootout_to_streaking_isles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Ryan O'Byrne blames himself for costing the Canadiens a point, but he doesn't blame the Montreal fans for venting their frustration towards him afterwards.O'Byrne scored into his own... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 23:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Agozzino scores game-winner as OHL beats Russia Selects 3-2 at ADT Challenge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081124/49570__agozzino_scores_game_winner_as_ohl_beats_russia_selects_3_2_at_adt_challenge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. CATHARINES, Ont. - Andrew Agozzino of the Niagara IceDogs scored the game-winning goal in the third period as the Ontario Hockey League all-star team beat the Russia Selects 3-2 in Game 4 of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 22:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal's Buffa wins bronze at IV Commonwealth Tenpin Bowling Championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081124/49569__montreal_s_buffa_wins_bronze_at_iv_commonwealth_tenpin_bowling_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BELFAST, Northern Ireland - Montreal's Mark Buffa outscored Joe Ciach of Missisauga, Ont., 279-257 to earn the bronze medal at the IV Commonwealth Tenpin Bowling Championships on Monday.Malaysia's... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 22:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Three Canadians lose quarter-final matches at world boxing championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081126/49568__three_canadians_lose_quarter_final_matches_at_world_boxing_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NINGBO CITY, China - Canada failed to advance any more fighters to the semifinals of the AIBA women's world boxing championships as all three boxers in action Wednesday lost their matches.Melinda... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 21:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Another son of Patrick Roy faces suspension for on-ice fight</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081124/49564__another_son_of_patrick_roy_faces_suspension_for_on_ice_fight_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Another son of hockey great Patrick Roy is facing disciplinary action for his on-ice behaviour.Frederick Roy was handed a 15 game suspension Monday by the Quebec Major Junior Hockey... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 20:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Twilight' sequel in the works, Stewart eager to explore Bella</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081124/49553___twilight_sequel_in_the_works_stewart_eager_to_explore_bella_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The vampire blockbuster "Twilight" has spawned a movie sequel, "New Moon."Based on the second novel in Stephenie Meyer's bestselling book series, the tale continues the passionate love... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Federal deficit could hit $28 billion during recession, says think tank</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081124/49551__federal_deficit_could_hit_28_billion_during_recession_says_think_tank_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The federal government must use its sound fiscal position to ramp up spending next year even if it pushes the deficit sky-high, the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives says.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada needs to counter perception country is weak on security, report says</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081124/49548__canada_needs_to_counter_perception_country_is_weak_on_security_report_says_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian officials need to launch an aggressive public relations strategy to help deal with the perception the country is weak on security, a new report to be released Tuesday by Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Protox says it got positive results from latest drug study on urological ailment</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081124/49543__protox_says_it_got_positive_results_from_latest_drug_study_on_urological_ailment_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Protox Therapeutics Inc. (TSX:PRX), a Vancouver-based drug developer, says it has received positive data from its Phase 2 study of a key drug PRX302 in patients with benign... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 17:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zenith Industries Corp. buys Villagend Properties Ltd. in share and cash deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081124/49540__zenith_industries_corp_buys_villagend_properties_ltd_in_share_and_cash_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Zenith Industries Corp. (TSXV:ZIN) is buying Northern Ireland-based alternative energy company Villagend Properties Ltd. in a cash and share deal.The purchase, subject to... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 16:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jannock Properties gets $432,000 in tax recoveries in Q3, posts profit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081124/49539__jannock_properties_gets_432_000_in_tax_recoveries_in_q3_posts_profit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A $432,000 tax recovery received in the third quarter propelled Jannock Properties Ltd. (TSXV:JPL.UN) to a profit, but the company says it's unlikely to be repaid a long-standing debt... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 16:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gammon Gold reports unaudited Q4 gold production of 44,000 ounces</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090112/49538__gammon_gold_reports_unaudited_q4_gold_production_of_44_000_ounces_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Gammon Gold Inc. (TSX:GAM) reported Monday unaudited fourth-quarter gold production of 43,769 ounces, silver production of 1.6 million ounces and gold-equivalent production of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD Bank Financial Group raise $1.2 billion in issue of 30.4 million shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081124/49537__td_bank_financial_group_raise_1_2_billion_in_issue_of_30_4_million_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) said Monday that it will raise $1.2 billion through an issue of common shares in a bid to improve the bank's financial health after warning last week it... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 17:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of Canada deputy governor Sheryl Kennedy leaving central bank</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081124/49533__bank_of_canada_deputy_governor_sheryl_kennedy_leaving_central_bank_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Bank of Canada said Monday that deputy governor Sheryl Kennedy is leaving central bank, effective Dec. 1.The bank said Kennedy decided to leave the Bank of Canada "to pursue other... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 16:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Journalists applaud release of two Afghan CBC employees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081124/49523__journalists_applaud_release_of_two_afghan_cbc_employees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A global journalists' organization has applauded the release of two CBC employees who were detained by Afghan authorities in connection with the kidnapping of journalist Mellissa Fung.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Investment group calls for $50 million in cuts at Kingsway Financial, asset sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/finance/business/20081124/49512__investment_group_calls_for_50_million_in_cuts_at_kingsway_financial_asset_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - New York-based money management firm Stilwell Group is ratcheting up the pressure on Kingsway Financial Services Inc. (TSX:KFS), demanding the Toronto-based insurance company cut... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stantec to buy Halifax environmental consulting firm Jacques Whitford for $143M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081124/49487__stantec_to_buy_halifax_environmental_consulting_firm_jacques_whitford_for_143m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Engineering firm Stantec Inc. (TSX:STN) is buying Jacques Whitford, a Dartmouth, N.S.-based environmental consulting services firm, in a friendly deal worth about $143 million.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 17:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NovaGold sells 30 per cent-plus stake to Electrum Strategic Resources: US$60M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090102/49484__novagold_sells_30_per_cent_plus_stake_to_electrum_strategic_resources_us_60m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - A New York-based investment fund is buying a 30 per cent stake in NovaGold Resources Inc. (TSX:NG) for US$60 million, improving the junior miner's financial situation and allowing... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 2 Jan 2009 16:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Bank to report Q4 profit down 15 per cent to $1.1B on $360M hit from markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081124/49482__royal_bank_to_report_q4_profit_down_15_per_cent_to_1_1b_on_360m_hit_from_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) says it expects fourth-quarter profits to come in at $1.1 billion, down 15 per cent from a year earlier, the latest of Canada's big banks to report... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 10:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gran Tierra Energy suspends production at two Colombian oil fields due to strike</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081124/49481__gran_tierra_energy_suspends_production_at_two_colombian_oil_fields_due_to_strike_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Gran Tierra Energy (TSX: GTE) says it has temporarily suspended production in the Costayaco and Juanambu oil fields in southern Colombia due to a general strike in the region.The oil and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 08:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sherwood Copper Q3 net income $85.4M, bulked up by $78.2M hedging gain</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081124/49480__sherwood_copper_q3_net_income_85_4m_bulked_up_by_78_2m_hedging_gain_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Sherwood Copper Corp. (TSXV:SWC) has reported third-quarter net earnings of $85.4 million compared with a year-ago loss of $36.9 million.The latest quarter's results released... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 08:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gold Hawk discloses expressions of interest in troubled Peruvian mine</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081124/49463__gold_hawk_discloses_expressions_of_interest_in_troubled_peruvian_mine_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Gold Hawk Resources Inc. (TSXV:CGK) has disclosed an unsolicited expression of interest in its main asset, troubled Compania Minera San Juan (Peru) S.A.This is in addition to due... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the boards Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081213/49449__friday_s_action_on_the_boards_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Toronto Raptors didn't have to worry about Vince Carter making the big shot this time.Carter had the worst shooting performance of his career in a 101-79 loss on Friday, the first meeting... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian artists rock Olympic Stadium at halftime of Grey Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081124/49446__canadian_artists_rock_olympic_stadium_at_halftime_of_grey_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - You can't go wrong with good old-fashioned rock and roll during a halftime show at a major football event.Theory of a Deadman gave the packed house at Olympic Stadium a blast of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gordon Lightfoot, Tomas Jensen among winners at Canadian Folk Music Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081123/49443__gordon_lightfoot_tomas_jensen_among_winners_at_canadian_folk_music_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Winners at the Canadian Folk Music Awards ceremony Sunday in St. John's, N.L.:Classic Canadian Folk Album: Gordon Lightfoot - "Lightfoot!"Instrumental Solo Artist of the Year:... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada in contention at U20 world soccer championship after win over Congo</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081123/49438__canada_in_contention_at_u20_world_soccer_championship_after_win_over_congo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SANTIAGO, Chile - Loredana Riverso scored in the first minute and Canada cruised to a 4-0 win over Congo on Sunday at the FIFA under-20 women's soccer championship.Riverso collected a pass from... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fortin and Spencer win early at boxing Women's World Championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081123/49437__fortin_and_spencer_win_early_at_boxing_women_s_world_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NINGBO CITY, China - Arianne Fortin of Levis, Que., and Mary Spencer of Windsor, Ont., scored decisive wins in their preliminary bouts Sunday at the AIBA women's world boxing championships.Fortin,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 22:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Henry Burris MVP, Sandro DeAngelis top Canadian at 2008 Grey Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081123/49435__henry_burris_mvp_sandro_deangelis_top_canadian_at_2008_grey_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Calgary Stampeders quarterback Henry Burris was named the Grey Cup's most valuable player while kicker Sandro DeAngelis took the top Canadian honours.Burris threw for 328 yards and a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 21:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian artists rock Olympic Stadium at halftime of Grey Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081123/49433__canadian_artists_rock_olympic_stadium_at_halftime_of_grey_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - You can't go wrong with good old-fashioned rock and roll during a halftime show at a major football event.Theory of a Deadman gave the packed house at Olympic Stadium a blast of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 20:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAMI workers in Ingersoll, Ont. approve rotating layoffs between Jan. and Apr.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081123/49432__cami_workers_in_ingersoll_ont_approve_rotating_layoffs_between_jan_and_apr__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ INGERSOLL, Ont. - Workers at the CAMI automotive assembly plant in Ingersoll, Ont., have voted to share the pain.Members of CAW Local 88 voted 99 per cent in favour Sunday of rotating layoffs... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 20:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Khokhlova and Novitski win ice dancing in Moscow; Canadians ninth</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081123/49396__khokhlova_and_novitski_win_ice_dancing_in_moscow_canadians_ninth_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MOSCOW - The hypnotic free dance of Jana Khokhlova and Sergei Novitski on Sunday sent the Russian couple past defending champions Oksana Domnina and Maxim Shabalin to win the gold medal at the Cup... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 11:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nesbitt and Groves win medals in 1,500 at World Cup speedskating</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081123/49395__nesbitt_and_groves_win_medals_in_1_500_at_world_cup_speedskating_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MOSCOW - Canada's Christine Nesbitt and Kristina Groves kept up their winning ways on the World Cup speedskating circuit on Sunday, collecting a silver and bronze respectively in the women's... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 15:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the ice Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081123/49379__saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Less moustache in the stands and more on the ice might have helped the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday.On a night when the team honoured Wendel Clark, the young Leafs squad lost 5-4 to the Chicago... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 05:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ty Conklin makes 31 saves as the Red Wings beat the Flames 5-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081123/49378__ty_conklin_makes_31_saves_as_the_red_wings_beat_the_flames_5_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Jiri Hudler notched the game-winning goal and had an assist as the Detroit Red Wings beat the Calgary Flames 5-2 on Saturday night.On a delayed penalty to the Flames, Hudler jumped off... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Saturday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081123/49376__nba_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Amway Arena may be Dwight Howard's Fortress of Solitude but on Saturday it was the House of Yao.Yao Ming, Houston's seven-foot-six all-star, outplayed "Superman" Howard in nearly every phase,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blake Wheeler spoils Patrick Roy's night as Bruins beat Habs in shootout</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081123/49375__blake_wheeler_spoils_patrick_roy_s_night_as_bruins_beat_habs_in_shootout_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Tim Thomas remembers all too well how his last shootout in Montreal ended, and this time the Boston Bruins netminder made sure history didn't repeat itself.Blake Wheeler scored while... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roy says he's 'coming home' as No. 33 jersey is retired at Bell Centre</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081123/49367__roy_says_he_s_coming_home_as_no_33_jersey_is_retired_at_bell_centre_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Reconciliation was the theme as Patrick Roy was welcomed back to the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night.The crowd of 21,273 stood and cheered for several minutes as the goaltending... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada wins gold at world sledge hockey challenge with 7-0 over Norway</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081122/49363__canada_wins_gold_at_world_sledge_hockey_challenge_with_7_0_over_norway_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHARLOTTETOWN - Canada won gold at the world sledge hockey championship on Saturday with a 7-0 win over Norway.Greg Westlake of Oakville, Ont., and Marc Dorion of Bourget, Ont., each scored twice... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 18:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Senators snap out of six-game losing streak with 4-1 win over Rangers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081122/49362__senators_snap_out_of_six_game_losing_streak_with_4_1_win_over_rangers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Senators finally saw their six-game losing streak come to an end with a 4-1 win over the New York Rangers Saturday afternoon.Unveiling their new third jersey, the Senators (7-9-4)... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 19:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>McGuinty worries auto sector rescue could drive Ont. deficit higher</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081122/49337__mcguinty_worries_auto_sector_rescue_could_drive_ont_deficit_higher_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Premier Dalton McGuinty says the auto sector's requests for government help could drive Ontario into a multi-billion-dollar deficit.Ontario has already had to revise its budget for this... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 11:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Friday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081122/49326__nba_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Chris Bosh lifted Toronto Raptors fans to their feet. Vince Carter made them slump back into their seats.Carter had struck once again, leading the New Jersey Nets past Toronto 129-127 in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 02:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Friday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081122/49325__nhl_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The upstart Bruins are reminding sports fans in Boston there are more teams to cheer for than the Red Sox, Celtics and Patriots.Marc Savard and Patrice Bergeron had a goal and an assist each to... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Greg Kielsa beats Ray Olubowale to win Canadian heavyweight boxing title</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081122/49323__greg_kielsa_beats_ray_olubowale_to_win_canadian_heavyweight_boxing_title_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RAMA, Ont. - Former Polish champion Greg Kielsa added the Canadian heavyweight boxing title to his resume Friday night.The 239-pound resident of Brampton, Ont., earned a unanimous decision over... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bell Canada cutting 250 office jobs in Ottawa, Hamilton, Toronto and Montreal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081121/49308__bell_canada_cutting_250_office_jobs_in_ottawa_hamilton_toronto_and_montreal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Bell Canada (TSX:BCE) is cutting 250 clerical jobs across Canada, notably in Hamilton, Ont., Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, the telecommunications giant announced Friday.The company was... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 20:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Caisse de depot says no liquidity problems at pension fund manager</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081121/49302__caisse_de_depot_says_no_liquidity_problems_at_pension_fund_manager_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - After a day rife with rumours about the performance of Quebec's giant pension-fund manager, the Caisse de depot et placement's bosses reassured the public that their money is in good... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 20:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada blanked in opening game at FIFA Women's U-20 World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081121/49291__canada_blanked_in_opening_game_at_fifa_women_s_u_20_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SANTIAGO, Chile - Canada dropped a 2-0 decision to Japan on Friday in its opening game at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup.Michi Goto scored in the 28th minute and Asuna Tanaka in the 40th for... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>A look at torch relays from past Summer and Winter Olympics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081121/49290__a_look_at_torch_relays_from_past_summer_and_winter_olympics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Olympic torch relay milestones and facts:1936: The first modern day torch relay. The torch travelled from Greece to Berlin, Germany.1952: The first Winter Olympics torch relay... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Some facts about the torch relay for the 2010 Winter Olympics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081121/49288__some_facts_about_the_torch_relay_for_the_2010_winter_olympics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Facts about the torch relay for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games:-Starting point: The Olympic flame will be lit in Olympia, Greece.-First stop in Canada: Victoria, B.C. on Oct. 30,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Idol winner Theo Tams releasing two Christmas songs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081121/49286__canadian_idol_winner_theo_tams_releasing_two_christmas_songs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "Canadian Idol" winner Theo Tams is releasing two Christmas songs next week, including one he co-wrote.Tams recorded a cover of the song "Christmas (Baby, Please Come Home)" and co-wrote... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Krieghoff paintings hidden for decades under newspaper wrapping up for auction</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081121/49285__krieghoff_paintings_hidden_for_decades_under_newspaper_wrapping_up_for_auction_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Two paintings by Cornelius David Krieghoff are headed for auction after being stashed away in a U.K. attic and spending decades hidden under newspaper wrapping.Bonhams auction house says... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Nov. 10-16</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081121/49271__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_nov_10_16_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Nov. 10-16:1  "Grey's Anatomy" (CTV, Thursday) - 2,387,0002  "Criminal Minds" (CTV, Wednesday) - 2,382,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada wins three medals at Massilia Open womens gymnastics event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081121/49267__canada_wins_three_medals_at_massilia_open_women_s_gymnastics_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MARSEILLES, France - Canada took silver and bronze in team competition and Dominique Pegg of Bluewater Gymnastics in Sarnia, Ont., added a bronze in the all around standings on Friday at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Queens Pat Sheahan named CIS football coach of the year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081121/49264__queen_s_pat_sheahan_named_cis_football_coach_of_the_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON - Pat Sheahan is Canadian university football's coach of the year.It's the first time the Queen's Gaels coach has won the Frank Tindall Trophy after 20 years in the CIS. The Gaels... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Emera appoints Nova Scotia Power chairman John McLennan as new chair</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081121/49260__emera_appoints_nova_scotia_power_chairman_john_mclennan_as_new_chair_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA) says Derek Oland plans to step down as chairman of the power company effective next spring at the company's annual meeting.Emera said Friday Oland will be... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Car dealers plead for government help</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081121/49256__car_dealers_plead_for_government_help_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's 3,500 car dealers are at risk from the financial crisis and are asking Ottawa to help out despite a record year of sales.The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association told a news... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 13:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario Power Generation Inc. posts $142 million loss in Q3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081121/49250__ontario_power_generation_inc_posts_142_million_loss_in_q3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ontario Power Generation Inc., Canada's largest producer of nuclear power, has posted a $142-million loss in the third quarter, reversing a $113-million profit in the same period of 2007.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GM to extend holiday shutdown, will cut production</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081121/49248__gm_to_extend_holiday_shutdown_will_cut_production_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DETROIT - General Motors Corp. will extend its holiday shutdown or make other production cuts at five factories - and will close its truck plant in Canada earlier than planned - as the troubled... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sears Canada Q3 profit $68.9M as same-store sales rise 0.9 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081121/49239__sears_canada_q3_profit_68_9m_as_same_store_sales_rise_0_9_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sears Canada Inc. (TSX:SCC) has reported third-quarter earnings of $68.9 million as same-store sales increased 0.9 per cent from the comparable period a year ago despite a tough retail... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Headline inflation rate eases to 2.6 per cent as gasoline prices recede</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081121/49229__headline_inflation_rate_eases_to_2_6_per_cent_as_gasoline_prices_recede_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Sharply falling energy prices took the steam out of inflation last month, cutting the overall rise in Canadians' cost of living to 2.6 per cent, down from 3.4 per cent in September.On a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First Calgary Petroleums finalizes sale to Italian firm Eni S.P.A.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081121/49228__first_calgary_petroleums_finalizes_sale_to_italian_firm_eni_s_p_a__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - First Calgary Petroleums (TSX:FCP) announced Friday that it has finalized the terms of its sale to Italian energy producer Eni S.P.A.The company said the deal, which received shareholder... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Headline inflation rate eases to 2.6 per cent as gasoline prices recede</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081121/49223__headline_inflation_rate_eases_to_2_6_per_cent_as_gasoline_prices_recede_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Sharply falling energy prices took the steam out of inflation last month, cutting the overall rise in Canadians' cost of living to 2.6 per cent, down from 3.4 per cent in September.On a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081121/49215__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With goaltender Roberto Luongo getting a well-deserved rest after an impressive string of starts, the Vancouver Canucks figured out a way to win without their captain.Daniel Sedin scored the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 01:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jiri Hudler scores pair of goals as Red Wings defeat Oilers 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081121/49211__jiri_hudler_scores_pair_of_goals_as_red_wings_defeat_oilers_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - You can't expect to come back when you give a team like the Detroit Red Wings an early lead. It's a lesson the Edmonton Oilers still haven't learned.Jiri Hudler scored a pair of goals... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 01:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alex Tanguay scores shootout winner in Habs 3-2 victory over Sens</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081120/49203__alex_tanguay_scores_shootout_winner_in_habs_3_2_victory_over_sens_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Something had to give Thursday night when two slumping teams met at Scotiabank Place and Montreal coach Guy Carbonneau was happy to see it wasn't the Canadiens making way to the Ottawa... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arassay and Vincent out of competition on 'So You Think You Can Dance Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081120/49194__arassay_and_vincent_out_of_competition_on_so_you_think_you_can_dance_canada__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - With only two weeks left before Canada names its favourite dancer, it was revealed live on CTV Thursday night that the journey has ended for Arassay and Vincent on "So You Think You Can... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 21:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Major bank stocks plunge for second day in a row on TD's $350M credit-trading loss</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081120/49180__major_bank_stocks_plunge_for_second_day_in_a_row_on_td_s_350m_credit_trading_loss_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's major financial stocks were pummelled again Thursday, with Royal Bank (TSX:RY) taking one of the biggest hits - falling more than 13 per cent in heavy trading.RBC's stock fell... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fiscal update set for next Thursday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081120/49151__fiscal_update_set_for_next_thursday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The federal finance minister will deliver his fiscal update next Thursday.Jim Flaherty told the House of Commons he'll table the economic statement at 4 p.m. ET that day.The announcement... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal writer Rawi Hage finally gets some love for 'Cockroach'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081120/49148__montreal_writer_rawi_hage_finally_gets_some_love_for_cockroach__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - After being shut out of the country's top book prizes during the fall awards season, Rawi Hage has finally received some love from the literary community.The Montreal author is the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Consumer confidence remains largely in the dumps: survey</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090126/49147__consumer_confidence_remains_largely_in_the_dumps_survey_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Conference Board of Canada says consumer confidence ticked upward slightly this month, but remains at recession-era lows.The Ottawa think-tank's monthly survey showed Canadians... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 10:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oilexco scraps convertible bond and common share offering, seeks other alternatives</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081120/49132__oilexco_scraps_convertible_bond_and_common_share_offering_seeks_other_alternatives_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Oilexco Inc. (TSX:OIL), a Calgary-based international oil producer with operations in the North Sea, has cancelled a planned offering of US$150 million of convertible bonds and up to 20... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sarah McLachlan to receive award for humanitarian work at 2009 Junos</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081120/49115__sarah_mclachlan_to_receive_award_for_humanitarian_work_at_2009_junos_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Sarah McLachlan will be given a special award for her humanitarian work and the band Loverboy will be feted as the latest inductee into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame at next... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flint says its FT Services unit wins $50 million maintenance contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081120/49104__flint_says_its_ft_services_unit_wins_50_million_maintenance_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Flint Energy Services Ltd (TSX:FES) says the company's 50 per cent owned joint venture company, FT Services, has won a $50 million contract to provide turnaround management and execution... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian corporations' pre-crisis profits eclipse $77b in Q3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081120/49103__canadian_corporations_pre_crisis_profits_eclipse_77b_in_q3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The economy may be in crisis but you'd never know it by third-quarter profits posted by Canadian corporations.Statistics Canada says Canadian corporations earned $77.3 billion in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Partial automotive recovery boosts wholesale trade in September</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081120/49100__partial_automotive_recovery_boosts_wholesale_trade_in_september_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Surprisingly robust sales in the automotive sector drove Canadian wholesale sales up 1.5 per cent to $46.3 billion in September, offsetting a sharp decline in the previous month.A TD Bank... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Inmet to buy rest of Petaquilla copper project from Teck Cominco for</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081120/49099__inmet_to_buy_rest_of_petaquilla_copper_project_from_teck_cominco_for_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Inmet Mining Corp. (IMN-TSX) says it has acquired the rest of the Petaquilla copper project in Central America for US$30 million from Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B).The deal, announced... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kinross buys Lobo-Marte in Chile from Teck and Anglo American for US$250M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081120/49098__kinross_buys_lobo_marte_in_chile_from_teck_and_anglo_american_for_us_250m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Kinross Gold Corp. (TSX:K) is paying about US$250 million to buy Minera Santa Rosa SCM, owner of the Lobo-Marte gold project in northern Chile, from Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B) and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Housing market slowing but avoiding U.S.-style collapse: Scotia Economics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081120/49087__housing_market_slowing_but_avoiding_u_s_style_collapse_scotia_economics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The latest real estate report from Scotia Economics has good news for home buyers and bad news for sellers: Canada is becoming a buyer's market.The report says the longest postwar... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081120/49077__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Known for running the floor, Chauncey Billups showed he's got a sweet shot as well.Billups scored 22 points, Carmelo Anthony added 21 and the surging Nuggets cruised to a 91-81 victory Wednesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 01:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081120/49076__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Roberto Luongo showed his Vezina Trophy-winning form in a matchup between two of the NHL's top goaltenders.Henrik Lundqvist? Not so much. Alex Burrows scored two of Vancouver's five goals against... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 01:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada closes out failed World Cup qualifying bid with 3-0 loss to Jamaica</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081120/49071__canada_closes_out_failed_world_cup_qualifying_bid_with_3_0_loss_to_jamaica_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KINGSTON, Jamaica - Canada's men's soccer team closed its unsuccessful bid for a spot in the 2010 FIFA World Cup with a 3-0 loss to Jamaica on Wednesday.The loss ended a disappointing qualifying... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 00:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flaherty says he's confident national securities regulator will happen</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081119/49055__flaherty_says_he_s_confident_national_securities_regulator_will_happen_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Finance Minister Jim Flaherty insisted Wednesday that Canada will create a national securities regulator even if some provinces remain opposed.The finance minister made the blunt... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada makes changes for rugby Test against Scotland in Aberdeen</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081119/49052__canada_makes_changes_for_rugby_test_against_scotland_in_aberdeen_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ABERDEEN, Scotland - Canadian rugby coach Kieran Crowley has revamped his front row and made changes in the backs for Canada's Test against Scotland on Saturday, the last stop on a four-game... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>UFC gives welterweights Kevin Burns and Anthony (Rumble) Johnson a rematch</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081119/49045__ufc_gives_welterweights_kevin_burns_and_anthony_rumble_johnson_a_rematch_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Welterweights Kevin Burns and Anthony (Rumble) Johnson, whose first bout ended controversially, will meet in a rematch on "The Ultimate Fighter: Team Nogueira vs. Team Mir" finale UFC card in Las... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Reports say Bell Aliant cuts jobs, company won't give specific numbers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081119/49034__reports_say_bell_aliant_cuts_jobs_company_won_t_give_specific_numbers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Media reports suggested Wednesday that as many as 300 jobs are being cut in Atlantic Canada at Bell Aliant (TSX:BA.UN), but the telecommunications company dismissed the numbers.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hockey players Bettez of McGill, Roche of Waterloo win CIS weekly awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081119/49013__hockey_players_bettez_of_mcgill_roche_of_waterloo_win_cis_weekly_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Hockey players Ann-Sophie Bettez of McGill and Sean Roche of Waterloo were named Canadian Interuniversity Sport female and male athletes of the week Wednesday.Bettez, a second-year... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pain, Hollingsworth lead strong six-member World Cup skeleton team</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081119/49012__pain_hollingsworth_lead_strong_six_member_world_cup_skeleton_team_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Olympic medallists Jeff Pain and Mellisa Hollingsworth headline a strong Canadian skeleton team for the upcoming World Cup circuit after a gruelling national team selection process.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gaz Metro fiscal 2008 net profits rise to $154.4 million from $122.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081119/49010__gaz_metro_fiscal_2008_net_profits_rise_to_154_4_million_from_122_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Gaz Metro Limited Partnership (TSX:GZM.UN), Quebec's largest natural gas distributor, reported its net profits for the 2008 fiscal year rose to $154.4 million from $122.8 million.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 13:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Agnico-Eagle to raise US$252M in private placement; pension plan to buy stake</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081119/49002__agnico_eagle_to_raise_us_252m_in_private_placement_pension_plan_to_buy_stake_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Mining company Agnico-Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX:AEM) announced Wednesday that it plans to raise US$252 million in an issue of new shares, trading in the company's stock halted pending the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CTV planning layoffs and spending cuts to cope with fading advertising sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081119/48989__ctv_planning_layoffs_and_spending_cuts_to_cope_with_fading_advertising_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - CTV Inc. will lay off some employees, freeze hiring and cut spending to cope with "sharp decreases" in advertising as the television industry braces for a deep slump.CTVglobemedia Inc.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Heffel auction first indicator of state of Canada's art market</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081120/48986__heffel_auction_first_indicator_of_state_of_canada_s_art_market_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A drip painting by late Montreal artist Jean-Paul Riopelle drew a winning bid to the tune of $1.4 million at the Heffel Fine Art sale on Wednesday, the third-highest price paid at auction... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 02:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Resolve Business Outsourcing Income Fund ends payouts; units plunge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081119/48979__resolve_business_outsourcing_income_fund_ends_payouts_units_plunge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Resolve Business Outsourcing Income Fund (TSX:RBO.UN) is suspending distributions to investors.The trust's already beaten-down units plunged as much as 66 per cent after Wednesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Norsemont Mining ponders 'unsolicited expressions of interest'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081119/48977__norsemont_mining_ponders_unsolicited_expressions_of_interest__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Norsemont Mining Inc. (TSX:NOM) disclosed Wednesday that its board has set up a special committee to deal with "recent unsolicited expressions of interest to acquire the company."... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Travel to Canada rises in September: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081119/48973__travel_to_canada_rises_in_september_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The number of visitors to Canada rose 2.1 per cent in September due to an increase in overnight travel from the United States.Statistics Canada says overnight travel from the United... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Investors reduce holdings of foreign securities by $665 million in September</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081119/48971__investors_reduce_holdings_of_foreign_securities_by_665_million_in_september_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian investors reduced their overall holdings of foreign securities by $665 million in September, due to further sales of foreign bonds.Statistics Canada says the divestment in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081119/48951__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Chris Bosh had a huge night, scoring 40 points and bringing down 18 rebounds.Turns out, it wasn't nearly enough to lead the Toronto Raptors to victory. Jameer Nelson, Hedo Turkoglu and Rashard... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081119/48950__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It's rare to hear the winning team laud the play of the goalie after a 7-2 rout, but the Edmonton Oilers believe netminder Dwayne Roloson was as much a part of their latest win as their explosive... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Standup comedian Russell Peters to host Juno Awards again</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081118/48945__standup_comedian_russell_peters_to_host_juno_awards_again_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Standup comedian Russell Peters is returning to the Junos.The edgy comic, known for skewering a wide range of racial groups in his routines, will helm next spring's awards bash... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rapper k-os uploads new songs online to be remixed before the CD is released</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081118/48942__rapper_k_os_uploads_new_songs_online_to_be_remixed_before_the_cd_is_released_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian hip-hop artist k-os is the latest musical act to release fragments of new music online to be remixed by fans, even before the songs are officially released.The first way that... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 22:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Barack Obama snaps up Bombardier board member Jane Garvey</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081118/48917__barack_obama_snaps_up_bombardier_board_member_jane_garvey_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canadian-based transportation giant Bombardier Inc. has lost one of its board members to Barack Obama's presidential transition team.The U.S. president-elect has plucked Jane Garvey... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scotiabank to take $595-million after-tax charge related to financial turmoil</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081118/48911__scotiabank_to_take_595_million_after_tax_charge_related_to_financial_turmoil_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Scotiabank (TSX:BNS) will take a $595-million hit to the bottom line due to the turmoil in the financial markets including the bankruptcy of Lehman Brothers, the bank announced Tuesday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 18:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>National Ballet's 'The Nutcracker' to screen in theatres for second year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081118/48907__national_ballet_s_the_nutcracker_to_screen_in_theatres_for_second_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Sugar Plum Fairy, dancing bears and Peter the Nutcracker are coming to Canadian movie theatres again this holiday season.The National Ballet of Canada announced Tuesday it will air a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 16:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vancouver's La Quinta mining says joint venture in Congo is cancelled</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081118/48903__vancouver_s_la_quinta_mining_says_joint_venture_in_congo_is_cancelled_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - La Quinta Resources Corp. (TSXV:LAQ), a Vancouver-based junior miner, says it has received a formal termination notice from its Congolese joint venture partners to scrap a planned... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 16:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>UPS to build $26-million distribution centre at Calgary airport</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081118/48879__ups_to_build_26_million_distribution_centre_at_calgary_airport_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - UPS Canada announced Tuesday it is building a $26-million distribution centre at the Calgary International Airport to deal with a big jump in the packaging company's business in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 12:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Research in Motion top brass named to Canadian Business Hall of Fame</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081118/48878__research_in_motion_top_brass_named_to_canadian_business_hall_of_fame_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Research in Motion (TSX:RIM) top executives Jim Balsillie and Mike Lazaridis are the latest inductees to the Canadian Business Hall of Fame.The co-CEOs of the BlackBerry smartphone... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 12:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 films in Canada from Nov. 14-16</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081118/48872__top_10_films_in_canada_from_nov_14_16_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Top 10 films in Canada for the weekend of Nov. 14-16 ranked by box office receipts:1. 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JOHN'S, N.L. - Newsprint giant AbitibiBowater Inc. 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(TSX:TCL.A) has acquired Toronto-based Redwood Custom Communications, a provider of marketing and communication services for print and... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 10:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New card deal: MasterCard welcomes opening to additional banks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081118/48854__new_card_deal_mastercard_welcomes_opening_to_additional_banks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - MasterCard is applauding a move by the federal Commissioner of Competition to allow Canadian banks to offer both its products and those from its more entrenched rival: Visa.Historically,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flint Energy wins $50 million construction contract for StatoilHydro's</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081118/48850__flint_energy_wins_50_million_construction_contract_for_statoilhydro_s_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Flint Energy Services Ltd. (TSX:FES) of Calgary says it has won a C$50 million construction contract from StatoilHydro Canada Ltd. to work on the Leismer oilsands demonstration project... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>George Weston Q3 profit flat at $179M; sales rise 4.4 per cent to $10.61B</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081118/48843__george_weston_q3_profit_flat_at_179m_sales_rise_4_4_per_cent_to_10_61b_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - George Weston Ltd. (TSX:WN) has reported flat third-quarter net earnings of $179 million, as sales increased 4.4 per cent from a year earlier to $10.61 billion.The international baker... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Energy consumption up across the board in 2007: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081118/48837__energy_consumption_up_across_the_board_in_2007_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A new study says Canada's demand for energy rose 5.5 per cent last year as consumption increased in the country's industrial, transportation, residential and commercial sectors.Statistics... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 08:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081118/48815__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Tracy McGrady feels like he's back to square one with a troublesome left knee that gave out on him again. At least his Houston Rockets seem able to pick up the slack if he's going to be sidelined.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 01:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081118/48812__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Ottawa Senators offensive woes continued, and they weren't alone as Canadian teams mustered a measly four goals in four games in Monday's NHL action.The Senators reunited the potentially... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>QMJHL all-stars beat Russian selects 5-3 to open ADT Challenge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sydney/sports/athletes/20081117/48811__qmjhl_all_stars_beat_russian_selects_5_3_to_open_adt_challenge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SYDNEY, N.S. - Junior standout Angelo Esposito's power-play goal late in the second period lifted a Quebec Major Junior Hockey League all-star team to a 5-3 win over a team of Russian selects... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enbridge issues $500 million in long-term debt, sign of company strength, says CFO</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081120/48802__enbridge_issues_500_million_in_long_term_debt_sign_of_company_strength_says_cfo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB), a major pipeline and energy services company, says it has raised $500 million by issuing corporate debt, a development the chief financial officer says reflects... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 12:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Highpine acquires Montney gas assets in Alberta for $19.1 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081117/48779__highpine_acquires_montney_gas_assets_in_alberta_for_19_1_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Highpine Oil & Gas Ltd. (TSX:HPX) says it recently acquired 11,840 net hectares of deep natural gas rights including Montney in the Deep Basin of Alberta for $19.1 million.In addition,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 19:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian world champs Malinoski, McClintock named athletes of year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081117/48778__canadian_world_champs_malinoski_mcclintock_named_athletes_of_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian world champions Rusty Malinoski and Whitney McClintock have been named the male and female athletes of the year by Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada.Malinoski, from Humboldt, Sask.,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 18:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Art gallery transformed by Frank Gehry draws thousands of visitors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081117/48777__art_gallery_transformed_by_frank_gehry_draws_thousands_of_visitors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Almost 52,000 people took advantage of free admission on the weekend to visit the Art Gallery of Ontario and see its transformation by star architect Frank Gehry, the gallery said.There... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 18:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hy-Drive Technologies reports Q3 loss of $2.5 million, no revenue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081117/48774__hy_drive_technologies_reports_q3_loss_of_2_5_million_no_revenue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Hy-Drive Technologies Ltd. (TSXV:HGS) said Monday it lost $2.5 million in its most recent quarter compared with a loss of $3.7 million a year ago.The Toronto-area company said... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 18:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atco Midstream buys stake Northwest Territories natural gas company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081117/48771__atco_midstream_buys_stake_northwest_territories_natural_gas_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Atco Midstream, a unit of Calgary-based Atco Ltd. (TSX:ACO.Y), says it has bought IPL Holdings Inc., a wholly owned Arctic gas subsidiary of Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB).IPL holds a one-third... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 17:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DHX Media reports Q1 profit of $530,000, up from year ago; revenue up</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081117/48763__dhx_media_reports_q1_profit_of_530_000_up_from_year_ago_revenue_up_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Television producer DHX Media Ltd. (TSX:DHX) said Monday it earned $530,000 in its latest quarter, up from a year ago, as the company worked to complete its deal with Entertainment... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 16:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TransCanada completes $2-billion debt issue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090109/48762__transcanada_completes_2_billion_debt_issue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - TransCanada Corp. (TSX:TRP) has completed a $2-billion debt financing, which the pipeline and power company plans to use to partially fund capital projects and to retire maturing debt.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 11:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Excellon says it's attempting to improve seal in leaky Platosa mine</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081117/48753__excellon_says_it_s_attempting_to_improve_seal_in_leaky_platosa_mine_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Excellon Resources Inc. (TSX:EXN) says additional cement is being injected into a concrete plug that was placed in the Platosa silver, lead and zinc mine earlier this month to stop the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MAG Silver loss declines to $4.3 million in third quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081117/48752__mag_silver_loss_declines_to_4_3_million_in_third_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - MAG Silver Corp. (TSX:MAG) says its net loss slipped to $4.3 million in the third quarter.That amounts to eight cents per share, down from $4.8 million or 12 cents per share for... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>N.L. accepts $129.9 million in bids to explore for offshore oil</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081117/48725__n_l_accepts_129_9_million_in_bids_to_explore_for_offshore_oil_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Four energy companies have bid a total of nearly $130 million for the right to explore in five areas of Newfoundland and Labrador's offshore.The Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Progress Energy and ProEx to merger, create mid-level gas player</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081117/48722__progress_energy_and_proex_to_merger_create_mid_level_gas_player_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - ProEx Energy Ltd. (TSX:PXE) and Progress Energy Trust (TSX:PGX.UN) plan a merger to create a mid-level Canadian natural gas explorer and producer, with ProEx acquiring Progress in a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Superior Energy Q3 sales double to $20.5M; net loss $2.1M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081117/48713__canadian_superior_energy_q3_sales_double_to_20_5m_net_loss_2_1m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Superior Energy Inc. (TSX:SNG) has reported a third-quarter net loss of $2.1 million as oil and gas sales doubled from a year earlier to $20.5 million and capital spending also... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 09:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Industry spends billions on environmental protection: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081117/48706__industry_spends_billions_on_environmental_protection_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says the country's oil-and-gas extraction industry spent $2.8 billion to protect the environment in 2006, more than any other industry.The agency says Alberta businesses... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 08:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pacific Rubiales Q3 earnings soar to US$86.4 million on high oil prices</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081117/48703__pacific_rubiales_q3_earnings_soar_to_us_86_4_million_on_high_oil_prices_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Pacific Rubiales Energy Corp. (TSX:PRE) said Monday that high oil prices and strong crude production in the third quarter propelled the company to a US$86.4-million profit, up drastically... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 08:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081117/48685__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It turns out the Toronto Raptors have some depth at point guard.Will Solomon filled in for an injured Jose Calderon on Sunday and had 15 points and 11 assists, leading Toronto to a 107-96 win over... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081117/48681__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ One of Rick Tocchet's first moves as the new coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning was to reunite his team's top line. It almost paid off, but not even goals from Vincent Lecavalier and Martin St. Louis... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calgarys Sydney Sawa finishes eighth on beam at World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081116/48678__calgary_s_sydney_sawa_finishes_eighth_on_beam_at_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STUTTGART, Germany - Sydney Sawa of Calgary reached the final on beam Sunday and finished eighth in the event at an 18-country World Cup gymnastics championship.Fei Cheng, a triple Olympic... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 22:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Western advances to Vanier Cup with 28-12 win over Huskies in Mitchell Bowl</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/sports/athletes/20081116/48663__western_advances_to_vanier_cup_with_28_12_win_over_huskies_in_mitchell_bowl_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON, Ont. - To hear others talk, you'd think next week's Vanier Cup is a matter of University of Western Ontario's lambs to the Laval University lions.You won't hear Western Mustangs players or... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 22:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario's Howard defeats Alberta's Koe in Masters of Curling final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081116/48658__ontario_s_howard_defeats_alberta_s_koe_in_masters_of_curling_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Glenn Howard of Coldwater, Ont., captured his third consecutive Masters of Curling title Sunday after defeating Edmonton's Kevin Koe 4-3 in an extra end.Tied at 3-3 after eight... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Opti Canada hires TD Securities to help company review oilsands funding options</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081116/48657__opti_canada_hires_td_securities_to_help_company_review_oilsands_funding_options_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Opti Canada Inc. (TSX:OPC), a partner with Nexen Inc. in the Long Lake oilsands project in northern Alberta, says it has hired TD Securities Inc. to help review funding options for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Paragon president and CEO steps down as new replacement named</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081116/48656__paragon_president_and_ceo_steps_down_as_new_replacement_named_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KELOWNA, B.C. - Paragon Pharmacies Ltd. (TSXV:PGN), a B.C.-based drug store operator, says Craig Cameron has stepped down as president and CEO of the company and will be replaced by Lorraine... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Great Big Sea still haven't given up on dreams of being 'huge'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081116/48625__great_big_sea_still_haven_t_given_up_on_dreams_of_being_huge__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Great Big Sea no longer wants to be the party band known mostly for jumping up and down onstage with boundless energy.Nor is the folk-rock band happy to just play the biggest hits from... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 10:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nestor and Zimonjic claim No. 1 doubles spot with Masters Cup win</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081116/48614__nestor_and_zimonjic_claim_no_1_doubles_spot_with_masters_cup_win_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SHANGHAI - A missing passport nearly derailed one of the best weeks in the career of Toronto's Daniel Nestor and doubles partner Nenad Zimonjic.The Wimbledon champions overcame the bizarre... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 03:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Saturday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081116/48613__nhl_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Pavol Demitra's broken rib cartilage gave Kyle Wellwood another shot at the NHL.Almost one month later, Demitra came back to give Wellwood a perfect pass for a crucial goal against the team that... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 01:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tucker scores tying goal, adds shootout winner as Avalanche beat Oilers 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081116/48612__tucker_scores_tying_goal_adds_shootout_winner_as_avalanche_beat_oilers_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - A rare three-man advantage allowed the Colorado Avalanche to escape Edmonton with a win they felt fortunate to earn.Darcy Tucker scored the tying goal with 10.7 seconds in regulation... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 02:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Undrafted rookie Morrow scores 37 points as Warriors beat Clippers 121-103</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081116/48610__undrafted_rookie_morrow_scores_37_points_as_warriors_beat_clippers_121_103_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Fans came to the Target Center on Saturday to witness the first meeting between Baron Davis and Corey Maggette since they switched teams as free agents this summer.They left in awe of an undrafted... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Somebeachsomewhere gallops to easy victory at Ontario Sires Stakes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081115/48609__somebeachsomewhere_gallops_to_easy_victory_at_ontario_sires_stakes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Somebeachsomewhere ended his Canadian pacing career in style Saturday night, cruising to victory in the $300,000 Ontario Sires Stakes Super Final for three-year-old colt pacers.No other... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 23:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Chan and Rochette win Trophee Bompard; Duhamel and Buntin third</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/paris/sports/athletes/20081115/48570__canada_s_chan_and_rochette_win_trophee_bompard_duhamel_and_buntin_third_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PARIS - Canada's Patrick Chan and Joannie Rochette were golden once again, this time knocking off a pair of world champions to win the Trophee Bompard on Saturday.The 17-year-old Chan had another... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 18:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Afghan governor torches drugs seized by police in Kandahar province</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081115/48553__afghan_governor_torches_drugs_seized_by_police_in_kandahar_province_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - The governor of Kandahar province lit a huge bonfire Saturday with drugs that Afghan police have seized in the past three years.Ramatullah Raufi set the drugs on fire in an... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 05:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081115/48551__friday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Denver and Chauncey Billups are turning out to be a good mixThe Nuggets are 4-1 since Billups' arrived after a Nov. 3 trade with the Pistons. And on Friday night, the Nuggets added a statement... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081115/48550__friday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ After spending two weeks on the bench, Jose Theodore didn't have too much trouble getting re-aquainted between the pipes.The Washington netminder made 32 saves, Brooks Laich and Tomas Fleischmann... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario edges Saskatchewan 6-5 to move on to final at Canadian mixed curling</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081114/48549__ontario_edges_saskatchewan_6_5_to_move_on_to_final_at_canadian_mixed_curling_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ IQALUIT, Nunavut - Ontario's Wayne Tuck overcame a comeback bid by Saskatchewan's Darrell McKee to win 6-5 on Friday and advance to the Canadian mixed curling championship final.Leading 4-2... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Singapore's Yeon-Nathan, Eoff of U.S. prevail at Bowling World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081114/48543__singapore_s_yeon_nathan_eoff_of_u_s_prevail_at_bowling_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HERMOSILLO, Mexico - Singapore and the United States were winners at the Bowling World Cup on Friday.Jasmine Yeon-Nathan of Singapore took top honours in the women's event, while Derek Eoff of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 21:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nesbitt and Groves win gold, silver in women's 1000 metres at World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081116/48532__nesbitt_and_groves_win_gold_silver_in_women_s_1000_metres_at_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HEERENVEEN, Netherlands - Christine Nesbitt and Kristina Groves proved to be a powerhouse duo at Sunday's World Cup speedskating meet in the NetherlandsNesbitt followed up her dominance at last... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 15:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Government contemplating joint Canada-U.S. auto industry bailout: Clement</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081114/48531__government_contemplating_joint_canada_u_s_auto_industry_bailout_clement_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Industry Minister Tony Clement says he's investigating the possibility of a joint Canada-U.S. bailout of North America's ailing auto industry.The Ontario MP, newly named to an economic... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 18:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ATS Andlauer board drops opposition to management-led takeover offer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081114/48494__ats_andlauer_board_drops_opposition_to_management_led_takeover_offer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - ATS Andlauer Income Fund (TSX:ATS.UN) says its board of trustees has reluctantly dropped its opposition to a takeover bid by the freight carrier's management.The offer of $11.75 per unit... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Publisher suspending Wish and Gardening Life magazines</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081114/48492__publisher_suspending_wish_and_gardening_life_magazines_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - St. Joseph Media, part of one of Canada's largest printing companies, says it will be suspending publication of Wish and Gardening Life magazines by the end of the year."The global... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Uranium One books US$2.8B in writedowns in 'deteriorating economic climate</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081114/48488__uranium_one_books_us_2_8b_in_writedowns_in_deteriorating_economic_climate__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Uranium One Inc. (TSX:UUU) has taken a US$2.8-billion writedown, partly offset by an $800-million reduction in future tax liabilities, and is cutting costs across all operations... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada enters G-20 in strong fiscal position: Harper</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081114/48487__canada_enters_g_20_in_strong_fiscal_position_harper_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Canada is joining a key economic summit in Washington with the strongest fiscal position of the Group of Seven industrialized countries, Prime Minister Stephen Harper said Friday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manufacturing sales up in September: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081114/48486__manufacturing_sales_up_in_september_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada reported Friday that manufacturing sales edged up 0.1 per cent to $52.2 billion in September - a much better performance than expected - after a sizeable decrease in... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Transeuro Energy gets repayment delays on bond debt in deals with bondholders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/48478__transeuro_energy_gets_repayment_delays_on_bond_debt_in_deals_with_bondholders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Transeuro Energy Corp. (TSXV:TSU), a Vancouver-based Canadian and international oil and gas company, says it has got agreements with bondholders to delay repayment of corporate... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 16:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ainsworth Lumber Q3 net loss widens to $43M as U.S. home slump cuts sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081114/48477__ainsworth_lumber_q3_net_loss_widens_to_43m_as_u_s_home_slump_cuts_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Despite job cuts and other-cost cutting, third-quarter losses at Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd. (TSX:ANS) deepened by 16 per cent as revenue fell about 20 per cent amid the collapse of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canwest takes $1.01-billion writedown on Canadian television operations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081114/48474__canwest_takes_1_01_billion_writedown_on_canadian_television_operations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Canadian publisher and broadcaster Canwest Global Communications Corp. (TSX:CGS) has taken a $1.01-billion writedown on its Canadian television operations, citing dire expectations for... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stella-Jones Q3 sales rise 49.5 per cent to $111.8M; profit slips to $6.9M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081114/48471__stella_jones_q3_sales_rise_49_5_per_cent_to_111_8m_profit_slips_to_6_9m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX:SJ) has reported a 49.5 per cent rise in third-quarter sales of its utility poles and railway ties, driven by an acquisition and organic growth."However,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tanganyika Oil reports US$33.1M profit, up from year-earlier $6.9M loss</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081114/48460__tanganyika_oil_reports_us_33_1m_profit_up_from_year_earlier_6_9m_loss_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Tanganyika Oil Co. (TSX:TYK) reported Friday a third-quarter profit of US$33.1 million, reversing a year-earlier loss of $6.9 million as the company prepares for a takeover by Chinese oil... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 07:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>FP Newspapers Q3 profit slips to $2M; revenue up 1.5 per cent to $31M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081114/48459__fp_newspapers_q3_profit_slips_to_2m_revenue_up_1_5_per_cent_to_31m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - The FP Newspapers Income Fund (TSX:FP.UN) has reported a 10 per cent slippage in third-quarter net income to $2 million as revenue edged up 1.5 per cent to $31 million while operating... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Protectionism no cure to crisis, world business leaders say</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081114/48457__protectionism_no_cure_to_crisis_world_business_leaders_say_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The world's top corporations are warning countries at the upcoming economic summit against overreacting to the financial crisis by reverting to protectionism and prolonged state... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 06:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Protectionism no cure to crisis, world business leaders say</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081114/48455__protectionism_no_cure_to_crisis_world_business_leaders_say_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The world's top corporations are warning countries at the upcoming economic summit against overreacting to the financial crisis by reverting to protectionism and prolonged state... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 06:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Workers at Potash Corp. in Saskatchewan going back to work; ratify new contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081114/48449__workers_at_potash_corp_in_saskatchewan_going_back_to_work_ratify_new_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Potash workers in Saskatchewan will soon be heading back to work after voting to accept a new contract.Five hundred employees at Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan (TSX:POT) mines... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 03:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thursday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081114/48445__thursday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Down 19 points and with their home fans showering them with boos, the Chicago Bulls did the only thing they could do - tighten their defence and chip away at their sizable deficit.It worked. The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 01:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081114/48444__thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Boston Bruins are on such a roll, not even the Montreal Canadiens can stand in their way.Marco Sturm and Stephane Yelle each scored two goals and Boston snapped a 12-game losing streak against... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 01:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kaberle has goal, two assists as Maple Leafs pound Oilers 5-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081114/48440__kaberle_has_goal_two_assists_as_maple_leafs_pound_oilers_5_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Toronto Maple Leafs didn't want to leave empty-handed on a rare trip to Alberta.Tomas Kaberle had a goal and two assists and Matt Stajan added three helpers as the Leafs won for... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 01:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Trent Hunter's power-play marker lifts Isles to 3-1 win over Sens</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081113/48434__trent_hunter_s_power_play_marker_lifts_isles_to_3_1_win_over_sens_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The frustration continues to mount for the Ottawa Senators along with their losses.The Senators added to both Thursday night with a 3-1 defeat to the lowly New York Islanders at... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 23:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Couture hopes to stop Lesnar from repeating history in UFC title bid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081113/48427__couture_hopes_to_stop_lesnar_from_repeating_history_in_ufc_title_bid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Randy (The Natural) Couture won the UFC heavyweight title in just his fourth outing as a mixed martial arts pro, winning a decision over Maurice Smith in Yokohama, Japan.Almost 11 years later, the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Coupland, Ondaatje in running for International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081113/48423__coupland_ondaatje_in_running_for_international_impac_dublin_literary_award_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DUBLIN - Michael Ondaatje, Douglas Coupland, David Adams Richards and Richard B. Wright are among the Canadian authors who have a shot at next year's International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award.This... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 20:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Danny, Kaitlyn, axed on 'So You Think You Can Dance Canada'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081114/48421__danny_kaitlyn_axed_on_so_you_think_you_can_dance_canada__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Danny and Kaitlyn have been eliminated from "So You Think You Can Dance Canada."With voting now based on individual competitors, instead of couples, a new record of more than 1.7 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 06:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MDA signs major Radarsat-2 contract with defence intelligence agency</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081113/48414__mda_signs_major_radarsat_2_contract_with_defence_intelligence_agency_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (TSX:MDA) said Thursday it has signed a contract worth more than US$11 million with an unidentified defence intelligence agency for images... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 18:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian class-action lawsuit filed against U.S. insurance giant AIG</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/finance/business/20081113/48409__canadian_class_action_lawsuit_filed_against_u_s_insurance_giant_aig_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON, Ont. - A London, Ont., law firm has filed a proposed class-action lawsuit against ailing U.S. insurance giant American International Group.The suit is seeking $550 million in damages from... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Acquisitions, stable occupancy rates boost Cominar REIT's results</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081113/48365__acquisitions_stable_occupancy_rates_boost_cominar_reit_s_results_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC CITY - Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CUF.UN) had increased revenues, profits and payouts for the third quarter, thanks to recent property acquisitions and stable vacancy rates.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 11:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Allen-Vanguard wins $15.3 million contract to build blast protection seats</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081215/48353__allen_vanguard_wins_15_3_million_contract_to_build_blast_protection_seats_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Allen-Vanguard Corp. (TSX:VRS) has secured a $15.3 million contract to build blast protection seats for General Dynamic Land Systems-Canada.The Ottawa-based company, which makes... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>`Breaking Dawn by Stephenie Meyer tops Amazon.ca books list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090115/48352___breaking_dawn_by_stephenie_meyer_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the 10 bestselling fiction and non-fiction books in Canada for the week ending Jan. 13 from Amazon.ca THE CANADIAN PRESSHere are the 10 best selling fiction and non-fiction... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sun Gro Horticulture Income Fund loses $1.5 million in third quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081113/48351__sun_gro_horticulture_income_fund_loses_1_5_million_in_third_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Sun Gro Horticulture Income Fund (TSX:GRO.UN) is cutting debt and reducing purchases after reporting a $1.5 million third-quarter loss as the Vancouver-based supplier of peat moss... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 10:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Denison Mines satisfies production covenant under credit facility</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090109/48350__denison_mines_satisfies_production_covenant_under_credit_facility_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Denison Mines Corp. (TSX:DML) said Friday that it has satisfied the covenant outlined in its credit facility with the Bank of Nova Scotia relating to uranium production in 2008.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 9 Jan 2009 14:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pan American Silver cuts 500 jobs and lowers executive salaries to save cash</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081113/48349__pan_american_silver_cuts_500_jobs_and_lowers_executive_salaries_to_save_cash_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Pan American Silver Corp. (TSX:PAA) is cutting 500 jobs in Latin America, rolling back executive salaries by 10 per cent and reducing exploration and capital spending to deal with... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eastern Platinum Q3 loss widens to $10.6M from year-earlier $1.4M as prices fall</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081113/48348__eastern_platinum_q3_loss_widens_to_10_6m_from_year_earlier_1_4m_as_prices_fall_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Plunging metals prices dropped Eastern Platinum Ltd. (TSX:ELR) to a third-quarter loss of $10.6 million from a year-earlier loss of $1.4 million.The loss amounted to two cents... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Global financial turmoil to hit provinces hard: Conference Board of Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081113/48346__global_financial_turmoil_to_hit_provinces_hard_conference_board_of_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Conference Board of Canada predicts the global financial turmoil will bring Ontario to the brink of recession this year and into 2009.In its autumn provincial outlook, the board says... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Falling energy prices shrink trade surplus to $1.3b in November</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090113/48345__falling_energy_prices_shrink_trade_surplus_to_1_3b_in_november_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's trade surplus with the world fell to $1.3 billion in November from a revised $2.3 billion in October.Statistics Canada reports both exports and imports declined in November. The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Seven-year-old commodity price boom had big impact: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081113/48344__seven_year_old_commodity_price_boom_had_big_impact_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says the seven-year-old boom in commodity prices had a large impact on key sectors of Canada's economy, buttressing export earnings and profits.The agency says companies... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 09:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petrobank says Whitesands expansion to receive regulatory approval</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081127/48331__petrobank_says_whitesands_expansion_to_receive_regulatory_approval_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Petrobank Energy and Resources Ltd. (TSX:PBG) said Thursday that it expects the Energy and Resources Conservation Board to approve the company's Whitesands oil sands site where it plans a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 21:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Guay, Park advance to next round of Bowling World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081113/48320__canadians_guay_park_advance_to_next_round_of_bowling_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HERMOSILLO, Mexico - Canadians Jack Guay and Calgary and Jennifer Park of Nanaimo, B.C., survived the first round of cuts at the Bowling World Cup as the qualifying round came to a close Wednesday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 02:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081113/48318__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Alexander Ovechkin may be the reigning NHL MVP, but he says the Washington Capitals' other Alex is going to become the best player in the league.Alexander Semin had two goals and three assists to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 01:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081113/48317__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Kobe Bryant and Los Angeles stopped a furious New Orleans charge, and the Lakers ended Wednesday's NBA action as the league's only unbeaten team.Bryant scored 20 points, highlighted by a tough... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 01:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Svatos, Wolski score shootout goals as Avalanche defeat Canucks 2-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081113/48314__svatos_wolski_score_shootout_goals_as_avalanche_defeat_canucks_2_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Don't think. Just shoot.That was the winning formula Wednesday night as the Colorado Avalanche finally solved Vancouver netminder Roberto Luongo and defeated the Canucks 2-1 in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 14:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brad Watters resumes role as Toronto Rock president and CEO</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081112/48302__brad_watters_resumes_role_as_toronto_rock_president_and_ceo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Brad Watters is staying put with the Toronto Rock.The Rock announced Wednesday that Watters will return as president and CEO for an 11th year with the lacrosse franchise. "Over the past... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 22:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First Quantum Minerals reports Q3 profit of US$147.6 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081112/48283__first_quantum_minerals_reports_q3_profit_of_us_147_6_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - First Quantum Minerals Ltd. (TSX:FM) warned that falling copper prices will cut revenue and profits at the miner, which reported a fall in third-quarter earnings Wednesday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 18:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bonnett's Energy Services Trust earns small profit in third quarter on higher revenues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081112/48277__bonnett_s_energy_services_trust_earns_small_profit_in_third_quarter_on_higher_revenues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GRANDE PRAIRIE, Alta. - Bonnett's Energy Services Trust (TSX:BT.UN), an Alberta-based oilfield services company, says it earned a profit of $477,000 for the third quarter, reversing a big loss last... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 16:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Onex reports Q3 profit of $38 million, up from loss a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081112/48276__onex_reports_q3_profit_of_38_million_up_from_loss_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Private equity firm Onex Corp. 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(TSX:JOV) has reported a summer-quarter loss of $3.8 million, compared with a year-earlier loss of $2.7 million, as revenue edged up two per cent to $23.3 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kamloops doctor named chief medical officer for 2010 Paralympic Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081112/48249__kamloops_doctor_named_chief_medical_officer_for_2010_paralympic_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Dr. Bruce Davidson, a Kamloops, B.C., physician who has 18 years experience in sports medicine, has been named chief medical officer for the Canadian team at the 2010 Paralympic... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian diver Emilie Heymans to concentrate on three-metre springboard</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081112/48248__canadian_diver_emilie_heymans_to_concentrate_on_three_metre_springboard_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Three-time Olympic medallist diver Emilie Heymans will concentrate on the three-metre springboard with an eye towards competing in the event at the 2012 Summer Games in London.All of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'90210' alum Jason Priestley, star Shenae Grimes to appear at Geminis bash</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081112/48243___90210_alum_jason_priestley_star_shenae_grimes_to_appear_at_geminis_bash_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Former "90210" hunk Jason Priestley will host this year's Gemini Awards, and he'll have current "90210" star Shenae Grimes helping out as a presenter.Organizers say the pair will be... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian bobsledder Serge Despres faces longer ban for doping</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081112/48242__canadian_bobsledder_serge_despres_faces_longer_ban_for_doping_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GENEVA - Canadian bobsledder Serge Despres had his 20-month suspension for a positive doping test extended to two years, the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport said Wednesday.The CCES said the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thefts and shortages of tires in Qbc ahead of law making winter radials mandatory</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081112/48241__thefts_and_shortages_of_tires_in_qbc_ahead_of_law_making_winter_radials_mandatory_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Winter tires are becoming a hot commodity in Quebec with a new law making them mandatory coming into effect next month.In recent weeks, there have been tire thefts, shortages at garages... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calian says Defence contract opens new market for firm</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081224/48240__calian_says_defence_contract_opens_new_market_for_firm_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Calian Technologies Ltd. (TSX:CTY) says it will provide maintenance for about 800 military vehicles at CFB Wainwright in Alberta under a new contract from the Defence department.Calian... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 13:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CryptoLogic cuts dividend by three-quarters in 'challenging year'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081112/48239__cryptologic_cuts_dividend_by_three_quarters_in_challenging_year__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DUBLIN, Ireland - Online gambling software provider CryptoLogic Ltd. (TSX:CRY) has cut its quarterly dividend to three cents US per share, from 12 cents."The continuing payment of a dividend, even... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Howe Sound Brewery toasts tough times by launching 'Bailout Bitter' beer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081112/48233__howe_sound_brewery_toasts_tough_times_by_launching_bailout_bitter_beer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SQUAMISH, B.C. - A private micro-brewery in British Columbia is toasting the current economic downturn by launching a special brand of recession-style beer.Howe Sound Brewery says it is now making... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 13:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SilverBirch signs deal to sell Jambo Mobile Solutions to Silverback Media</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081112/48228__silverbirch_signs_deal_to_sell_jambo_mobile_solutions_to_silverback_media_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Video game company SilverBirch Inc. (TSXV:SVB) says it has signed a non-binding letter of intent with Silverback Media Corp. to sell the assets and liabilities of Jambo Mobile Solutions... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Trinity Western's Daniela Gerig, Guelph's Matt Brunsting win CIS awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081112/48225__trinity_western_s_daniela_gerig_guelph_s_matt_brunsting_win_cis_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Trinity Western soccer player Daniela Gerig and Guelph cross country runner Matt Brunsting were named the Canadian Interuniversity Sport female and male athletes of the week on Wednesday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ABB acquires Ber-Mac Electrical and Instrumentation Ltd., boosting presence in Western Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081112/48223__abb_acquires_ber_mac_electrical_and_instrumentation_ltd_boosting_presence_in_western_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - ABB Inc., a global power and automation technology company, says it has acquired the assets of Ber-Mac Electrical and Instrumentation Ltd., a move that expands the European company's... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>InterRent REIT posts strong Q3 gains; distributable income up about 45 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081112/48220__interrent_reit_posts_strong_q3_gains_distributable_income_up_about_45_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Strength in the multi-residential apartment and townhouse sector helped propel InterRent Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:IIP.UN) to solid third-quarter gains in operating revenues, net... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Loonie falls more than two cents</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081112/48218__loonie_falls_more_than_two_cents_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's dollar fell nearly 2  1/2 cents this morning as the U.S. treasury secretary was outlining the American government's latest plan for dealing with an unfolding meltdown in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arctic Glacier Income Fund racks up $7.5-million summer-quarter loss</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081112/48217__arctic_glacier_income_fund_racks_up_7_5_million_summer_quarter_loss_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Profits at beleaguered ice maker Arctic Glacier Income Fund (TSX:AG.UN) melted away in the summer quarter amid antitrust litigation costs and a goodwill writedown.The fund had a net... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 11:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada and the U.S. condemn harsh sentencing of Myanmar dissidents</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081112/48214__canada_and_the_u_s_condemn_harsh_sentencing_of_myanmar_dissidents_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ UNDATED - Canada and the United States condemned the military regime of Myanmar on Wednesday for sentencing more than 20 pro-democracy activists to long prison terms at closed-door trials.Fourteen... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 11:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Price adjustment helps lift Magellan Aerospace to $2.7M profit in third quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081112/48202__price_adjustment_helps_lift_magellan_aerospace_to_2_7m_profit_in_third_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Third-quarter net earnings at Magellan Aerospace Corp. (TSX:MAL) climbed to $2.7 million, up from a $2.9-million loss in same period last year.Magellan said Wednesday its profits... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 10:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Power producer Boralex's Q3 profit improves on higher sales revenue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081112/48195__power_producer_boralex_s_q3_profit_improves_on_higher_sales_revenue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Power producer Boralex Inc. (TSX:BLX) reported Wednesday a third-quarter profit of $5.7 million, up from a year-ago $1 million, as revenue from energy sales rose 42.3 per cent to $48.8... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 09:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tourism spending drops in Q3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090112/48193__tourism_spending_drops_in_q3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Tourism spending in Canada fell 0.7 per cent in the third quarter of 2008, as outlays by both Canadians and international visitors to Canada declined.This ended five years of growth... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GeneNews cuts two-fifths of Canadian workforce, moves R&D to Asia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081112/48187__genenews_cuts_two_fifths_of_canadian_workforce_moves_r_d_to_asia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Genomics-based diagnostics developer GeneNews Ltd. (TSX:GEN) has reduced its Canadian workforce by 40 per cent as it shifts research and development to Asia.The company, formerly... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ING Canada Q3 profit drops to $57M from year-ago $92M on market volatility</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081112/48184__ing_canada_q3_profit_drops_to_57m_from_year_ago_92m_on_market_volatility_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Insurer ING Canada Inc. (TSX:IIC) reported Wednesday a third-quarter profit of $57 million, down from $92 million a year-earlier on losses related to turbulence in global stock markets.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>RIM steps up iPhone competition with launch of new Blackberry model</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081112/48183__rim_steps_up_iphone_competition_with_launch_of_new_blackberry_model_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Research in Motion (TSX:RIM) is hoping to give Apple Inc.'s iPhone more of a run for its money.The Waterloo, Ont.-based company launched its latest smart phone on Wednesday with... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 05:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Park, Guay in final eight at Bowling World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081113/48174__canadians_park_guay_in_final_eight_at_bowling_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HERMOSILLO, Mexico - Jennifer Park of Nanaimo, B.C., and Jack Guay of Calgary survived another round of cuts at the Bowling World Cup.Park and Guay finished in the top eight of their respective... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081112/48173__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Chauncey Billups flew to Charlotte a week ago, only to have his life dramatically altered before he even got on the court.Nine days later he was back in town, leading a new team to another victory... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Boyd scores two goals, Flames hang on for win over Maple Leafs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081112/48169__boyd_scores_two_goals_flames_hang_on_for_win_over_maple_leafs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Dustin Boyd doesn't get to play alongside Calgary Flames superstar Jarome Iginla too often, so he took advantage when he got the chance.The 22-year-old centre scored twice, including the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Penn West announces record net income the third quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48168__penn_west_announces_record_net_income_the_third_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Penn West Energy Trust (TSX:PWT.UN) reported Tuesday a record net income for the third quarter of $1.062 billion, compared with $138 million for the same period a year ago.Earnings... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saskatchewan trounces Territories to remain perfect in Canadian mixed curling</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081111/48163__saskatchewan_trounces_territories_to_remain_perfect_in_canadian_mixed_curling_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ IQALUIT, Nunavut - Saskatchewan's Darrell McKee remained perfect through 10 draws at the Canadian mixed curling championship, capping a two-win Tuesday with a 16-2 rout of the Territories' George... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 22:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video: &quot;Pride and Glory&quot; tops both DVD rentals and sales lists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090203/48155__blockbuster_video_quot_pride_and_glory_quot_tops_both_dvd_rentals_and_sales_lists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Feb. 1.DVD RENTALS1 Pride and Glory2 Lakeview Terrace3 Max Payne4 Vicky Cristina Barcelona5 My Best... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 3 Feb 2009 12:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Timminco reports Q3 net loss of $13.7M; sales up 55 per cent to $69M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/48137__timminco_reports_q3_net_loss_of_13_7m_sales_up_55_per_cent_to_69m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Timminco Ltd. (TSX:TIM) reported a third-quarter net loss of $13.7 million amid a 54.7 per cent jump in sales on an increase in solar-grade silicon shipments.The Toronto-headquartered... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cinram revenue rises in third quarter to US$467.3 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/48135__cinram_revenue_rises_in_third_quarter_to_us_467_3_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cinram International Income Fund (TSX:CRW.UN) says its revenue increased to US$467.3 million in the third quarter, as declines from its DVD and CD operations were offset by growth in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Copernic closes Montreal office, shifts operations to Quebec City</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48128__copernic_closes_montreal_office_shifts_operations_to_quebec_city_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Copernic Inc., (NASDAQ:CNIC), a software development company formerly known as Mamma.com, says it is closing its Montreal office and shifting sales, finance and administration operations... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>High Liner Foods profit soars, revenue rises</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48123__high_liner_foods_profit_soars_revenue_rises_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LUNENBURG, N.S. - High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) hauled in good sales and profits in the third quarter, as the Nova Scotia-based seafood company benefited from the acquisition of part of FPI... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 16:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Genivar Income Fund third quarter net profits rise to</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48118__genivar_income_fund_third_quarter_net_profits_rise_to_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Genivar Income Fund (TSX:GNV.UN) says its net profits rose to $8.3 million for the third quarter, up from $4.3 million in the same 2007 period.Gross revenues increased to $104.7 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 16:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Franco-Nevada Q3 shows $9.9M profit; company declares dividend</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/48107__franco_nevada_q3_shows_9_9m_profit_company_declares_dividend_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Resource royalty and investment company Franco-Nevada Corp. (TSX:FNV), which went public 11 months ago, reported Tuesday that its third-quarter profits were US$9.9 million as operating... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 15:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Home Equity Income Trust cuts monthly distributions by a third to six cents a unit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/48106__home_equity_income_trust_cuts_monthly_distributions_by_a_third_to_six_cents_a_unit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Home Equity Income Trust (TSX:HEQ.UN, a company with a portfolio of reverse mortgages originated by Canadian Home Income Plan, says it is cutting its distributions by a third to save cash... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 15:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tiomin reports third-quarter loss of $1.07 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/48101__tiomin_reports_third_quarter_loss_of_1_07_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Mineral exploration company Tiomin Resources Inc. (TSX:TIO) reported a loss of $1.07 million before tax and amortization for the third quarter, compared to a loss of $1.35 million for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brian Rahill to manage Canadian long-track and short-track speedskating teams</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081111/48098__brian_rahill_to_manage_canadian_long_track_and_short_track_speedskating_teams_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Brian Rahill will be in charge of Canada's speedskating teams heading into the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.Speed Skating Canada announced Tuesday that Rahill, its sports director,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>WGI Heavy Minerals revenue rises to $7.46 million in third quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48097__wgi_heavy_minerals_revenue_rises_to_7_46_million_in_third_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho - WGI Heavy Minerals, Inc. (TSX:WG) says its third-quarter bottom line was bolstered by a US$10.60-million gain from a loan recovery.As a result, the maker of industrial grade... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Strateco hires financial adviser, seeks partners for Quebec property</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48096__strateco_hires_financial_adviser_seeks_partners_for_quebec_property_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Strateco Resources Inc. (TSX:RSC), a junior Montreal explorer, says it has hired Macquarie Capital Market Canada Ltd. as exclusive financial adviser on financing and development... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Uni-Select Q3 profit up 20 per cent to $12.4M; sales up 10 per cent at $328.7M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48095__uni_select_q3_profit_up_20_per_cent_to_12_4m_sales_up_10_per_cent_at_328_7m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BOUCHERVILLE, Que. - Auto parts and tools distributor Uni-Select Inc. (TSX:UNS) has put together a 20 per cent increase in third-quarter profit on a 10 per cent rise in sales, attributed largely to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mecachrome obtains court protection from creditors under CCAA</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081212/48090__mecachrome_obtains_court_protection_from_creditors_under_ccaa_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Mecachrome International Inc. (TSX:MCH) said Friday that it has obtained court protection from creditors under the Companies' Creditor Arrangement Act and was in talks to secure... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 20:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sirit losses widen in Q3 to $2 million as toll transponder sales continue to lag</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/48077__sirit_losses_widen_in_q3_to_2_million_as_toll_transponder_sales_continue_to_lag_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sirit Inc. (TSX: SI), provider of radio frequency identification technology, reported widening third-quarter losses of $2 million as sales of its toll transponders continued to lag.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 12:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wenzel Downhole Tools reports profits of $3.8 million, reversing year-earlier loss</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48073__wenzel_downhole_tools_reports_profits_of_3_8_million_reversing_year_earlier_loss_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Wenzel Downhole Tools Ltd. (TSX:WZL) announced Tuesday third-quarter profits of $3.8 million, reversing a year-earlier loss.The manufacturer of drilling and well-servicing equipment... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 12:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>BTB REIT reports Q3 net loss of $783K; revenue doubles to $7.2M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48072__btb_reit_reports_q3_net_loss_of_783k_revenue_doubles_to_7_2m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - BTB Real Estate Investment Trust (TSXV:BTB.UN) has reported a third-quarter net loss of $783,000 as rental revenue more than doubled to $7.2 million but expenses increased faster.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 12:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Power Financial increases dividend; Q3 profit flat, revenue down $2.3 billion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48071__power_financial_increases_dividend_q3_profit_flat_revenue_down_2_3_billion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Power Financial Corp. (TSX:PWF) says it recorded a $2.3-billion drop in third-quarter revenue due to a decline in the fair value of its bond investments but still managed to keep its net... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 15:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Survey suggests holiday spending could be at least as good as last year's</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/48067__survey_suggests_holiday_spending_could_be_at_least_as_good_as_last_year_s_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A new survey suggests Canadians could spend more money this holiday season than they did last year, despite recent widespread indications that consumer confidence has been rattled.Just... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arehada temporarily shuts down mine and plant in China because of low prices</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/48063__arehada_temporarily_shuts_down_mine_and_plant_in_china_because_of_low_prices_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Arehada Mining Ltd. (TSX:AHD), a junior Toronto-based miner with operations in Asia, says it has begun a temporary shutdown of operations at its mine and zinc plant in Inner Mongolia,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CN repeats appeal for quick decision U.S. on Elgin, Joliet & Eastern acquisition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48061__cn_repeats_appeal_for_quick_decision_u_s_on_elgin_joliet_eastern_acquisition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) is again urging the U.S. Surface Transportation Board to hurry up with a decision on its proposed acquisition of Chicago's Elgin, Joliet & Eastern... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Foraco International reports Q3 profit flat at C$3.6 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/48058__foraco_international_reports_q3_profit_flat_at_c_3_6_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Foraco International SA (TSX:FAR), a drilling services firm based in France that trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange, said third-quarter profit was flat at about 2.4 million euros (C$3.6... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Easyhome profits plunge to $1.5 million in Q3 as lease company battles IT woes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48054__easyhome_profits_plunge_to_1_5_million_in_q3_as_lease_company_battles_it_woes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Easyhome Ltd. (TSX:EH) saw its third-quarter profits slashed almost in half as the company struggled with a new technology system and the integration of its recent acquisition... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Host Increases stake in Holloway REIT to 19.9 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48051__royal_host_increases_stake_in_holloway_reit_to_19_9_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Royal Host Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:RYL.UN), a Calgary-based hotel operator, says it has raised its stake in Holloway Lodging Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:HLR.UN) to 19.9... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ridley reports first quarter profit rise to US$2.9 million from $2.6 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48048__ridley_reports_first_quarter_profit_rise_to_us_2_9_million_from_2_6_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Animal feed company Ridley Inc. (TSX:RCL) says its profits for the first quarter of fiscal 2009 rose to US$2.9 million from $2.6 million on higher revenues.The company, which reports in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Battered stock markets near finding a bottom says CIBC World Markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/48045__battered_stock_markets_near_finding_a_bottom_says_cibc_world_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Stock markets battered by economic turmoil are "nearing a bottom" and the rest of the year should be meltdown-free, says CIBC World Markets chief economist Jeff Rubin.But even though... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Borealis declares victory in Teranet Income Fund takeover: 87 per cent tendered</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/48039__borealis_declares_victory_in_teranet_income_fund_takeover_87_per_cent_tendered_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Investors in the Teranet Income Fund (TSX:TF.UN) have accepted the $1.86-billion takeover bid from Borealis Infrastructure Management.Borealis, a unit of the $52-billion Ontario... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rona Q3 net falls 10 per cent to $53.4M; same-store sales off 2.3 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/48035__rona_q3_net_falls_10_per_cent_to_53_4m_same_store_sales_off_2_3_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BOUCHERVILLE, Que. - Rona Inc. (TSX:RON) has reported a 10 per cent decline in summer-quarter net earnings to $53.4 million as sales at stores open a year or more declined 2.3 per cent from a year... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scotiabank Giller to shine light on new generation of writers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081111/48013__scotiabank_giller_to_shine_light_on_new_generation_of_writers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The 2008 Scotiabank Giller Prize celebrates its 15th year tonight at a ceremony that will shine a light on a new wave of Canadian writers.Among the finalists is Montreal writer Rawi... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081111/48008__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Toronto Raptors were poised to get a rare win in Boston for the second straight season, until Paul Pierce's scorching fourth quarter led the Celtics to victory.Pierce scored 22 of his 36... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 01:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Park nearly bowls perfect game at Bowling World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081110/48005__canada_s_park_nearly_bowls_perfect_game_at_bowling_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HERMOSILLO, Mexico - Jennifer Park of Nanaimo, B.C., nearly bowled a perfect game and moved up eight positions in the women's division qualifying standings at the Bowling World Cup.Park bowled 10... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Winstar reports Q3 loss of $10.4 million compared with profit a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081110/47996__winstar_reports_q3_loss_of_10_4_million_compared_with_profit_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Winstar Resources Ltd. (TSX:WIX) reported a third-quarter loss Monday as it took a one-time hit to related to its falling share price.The company said it lost $10.4 million or 30 cents... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Technicoil reports Q3 profit of $2.3 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081110/47988__technicoil_reports_q3_profit_of_2_3_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Technicoil Corp. (TSX:TEC) said Monday it earned $2.3 million, up from a year ago, boosted by higher revenue.The driller said the profit amounted to three cents per share for the three... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 21:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saskatchewan Roughriders waive quarterback Michael Bishop</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081110/47985__saskatchewan_roughriders_waive_quarterback_michael_bishop_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Michael Bishop and the Saskatchewan Roughriders are parting ways.Two days after being eliminated from the CFL playoffs, the Roughriders placed Bishop on waivers Monday night."I met with... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 21:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enerchem to take $2.1-million charge related to heater project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081110/47980__enerchem_to_take_2_1_million_charge_related_to_heater_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Enerchem International Inc. (TSX:ECH) said Monday that it will take a $2.1-million charge in its third quarter after problems with its direct-fired heater project.The company said it has... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 21:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>InterOil strikes gas at Antelope play in Papua New Guinea</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081231/47976__interoil_strikes_gas_at_antelope_play_in_papua_new_guinea_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - InterOil Corp. (TSX:IOL) has hit natural gas at its Antelope onshore exploration play in southeastern Papua New Guinea.The Antelope-1 appraisal well flowed at up to 15 million cubic feet... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>North American Palladium reports Q3 loss of $71.2 million as metal prices fall</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081110/47973__north_american_palladium_reports_q3_loss_of_71_2_million_as_metal_prices_fall_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - North American Palladium Ltd. (TSX:PDL) reported Monday a third-quarter loss of $71.2 million, hurt by a sharp fall in metal prices."The unprecedented speed and magnitude of the decline... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 20:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crew Energy reports Q3 profit of $15.2 million, compared with loss year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081110/47970__crew_energy_reports_q3_profit_of_15_2_million_compared_with_loss_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Crew Energy Inc. (TSX:CR) said Monday it earned $15.2 million in its most recent quarter as its revenue more than doubled, boosted by increased production and higher energy prices.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 19:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fralex Therapeutics reduces staffing, reconsiders its options</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081110/47966__fralex_therapeutics_reduces_staffing_reconsiders_its_options_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fralex Therapeutics Inc. (TSX:FXI) says it has restructured its operations and is evaluating its business strategy in light of a failed clinical trial of its treatment for chronic pain.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brainhunter delays filing of financial statements beyond Dec. 29 deadline</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081229/47960__brainhunter_delays_filing_of_financial_statements_beyond_dec_29_deadline_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Brainhunter Inc. (TSX:BH) said Monday that it will delay the filing of its audited financial statements as the company and its auditor work on the accounting treatment of goodwill to be... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Texada appoints Brian Spilak as new president and CEO, hopes to raise $1.1 million in financing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081110/47959__texada_appoints_brian_spilak_as_new_president_and_ceo_hopes_to_raise_1_1_million_in_financing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Texada Software Inc. (TSXV:TXS), a Toronto-based software producer, says it has appointed Brian Spilak as the company's new president and chief executive.Spilak was recently a senior... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Satellite operator Telesat loses $62.1 million in third quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081110/47953__satellite_operator_telesat_loses_62_1_million_in_third_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Satellite operator Telesat Holdings Inc. swung to a loss in the third quarter on slightly higher revenues due to foreign exchange losses.The Ottawa-based company said it lost $62.1... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian captain Hayley Wickenheiser has injured leg examined Monday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081110/47951__canadian_captain_hayley_wickenheiser_has_injured_leg_examined_monday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian women's hockey star Hayley Wickenheiser travelled to Toronto on Monday to have her injured right leg examined.Wickenheiser had initially been scheduled to return to Sweden and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadiens forward Tom Kostopoulos suspended three games by NHL</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081110/47950__canadiens_forward_tom_kostopoulos_suspended_three_games_by_nhl_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Tom Kostopoulos says he's sorry but that still didn't stop the NHL from suspending the Montreal Canadiens' forward for hitting Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Mike Van Ryn from behind... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto Rock signs forward Lewis Ratcliff to three-year deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081110/47949__toronto_rock_signs_forward_lewis_ratcliff_to_three_year_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto Rock signed forward Lewis Ratcliff to a three-year deal on Monday.Ratcliff, who joined the Rock roster mid-season last year after a trade from the Calgary Roughnecks,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Noranda Income Fund reports Q3 profit of $10.2 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081110/47947__noranda_income_fund_reports_q3_profit_of_10_2_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VALLEYFIELD, Que. - Noranda Income Fund (TSX:NIF.UN) reported Monday a third-quarter profit of $10.2 million, up from a year ago, helped by higher zinc sales volumes and sulphuric acid revenue.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto art gallery stages Norval Morrisseau retrospective</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081110/47941__toronto_art_gallery_stages_norval_morrisseau_retrospective_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Vibrant paintings and birchbark drawings done by the late Canadian aboriginal artist Norval Morrisseau adorn the walls of a Toronto art gallery as part of a month-long retrospective of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 16:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Deepa Mehta, Salman Rushdie set to adapt 'Midnight's Children'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081110/47922__deepa_mehta_salman_rushdie_set_to_adapt_midnight_s_children__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Oscar-nominated filmmaker Deepa Mehta and celebrated writer Salman Rushdie are set to collaborate on a movie adaptation of Rushdie's book "Midnight's Children."Mehta's producer, David... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 14:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pink slips handed to 300 workers at Windsor plant that supplies Ford</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081110/47921__pink_slips_handed_to_300_workers_at_windsor_plant_that_supplies_ford_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINDSOR, Ont. - Layoff notices have gone out to 300 workers at the Nemak Essex Aluminum Plant in Windsor, Ont.The cuts take effect Feb. 9, 2009, and will affect employees with less than 14 years... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 13:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Restive BCE investors fail to get injunction to stop $52B takeover</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081110/47920__restive_bce_investors_fail_to_get_injunction_to_stop_52b_takeover_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - BCE Inc. (TSX: BCE) said Monday that Saskatchewan Court of Queen's Bench has refused to grant an injunction to halt its privatization transaction.The court order had been sought by... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 14:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Merit Mining cuts 45 workers in scaleback at Greenwood gold mine</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081110/47910__merit_mining_cuts_45_workers_in_scaleback_at_greenwood_gold_mine_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Junior miner Merit Mining Corp. (TSXV:MEM) is cuting 45 workers as it scales back operations at its Greenwood gold mine in British Columbia due to the steep decline in commodity... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AutoCanada Income Fund racks up $38M loss on $47M impairment charge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081110/47904__autocanada_income_fund_racks_up_38m_loss_on_47m_impairment_charge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - AutoCanada Income Fund (TSX:ACQ.UN) wrote off $47 million of goodwill in the third quarter, leading to a net loss of $38 million, the car-dealer income trust reported Monday.The loss... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>October home starts in Ontario dip slightly, but remain high</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081110/47887__october_home_starts_in_ontario_dip_slightly_but_remain_high_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ontario's rate of new home starts fell slightly in October, but remained at high levels, according to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.There were 78,900 starts in Ontario, 2,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 09:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Prices of new houses up 2.1 per cent in September</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081110/47883__prices_of_new_houses_up_2_1_per_cent_in_september_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says new houses cost 2.1 per cent more in September than they did a year earlier, but that increase was lower than the 2.3 per cent rise recorded in August.The agency... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 08:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nortel's listing on New York Stock Exchange in jeopardy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081211/47875__nortel_s_listing_on_new_york_stock_exchange_in_jeopardy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Nortel Networks Corp. (TSX:NT), once Canada's most valuable company and with a sky-high stock during the tech boom, is in danger of losing a prestigious listing on the New York Stock... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Sunday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081110/47866__nba_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Allen Iverson's home debut in Detroit may have gotten a standing ovation, but the Boston Celtics bench was more deserving of the applause.Four Celtics reserves scored at least six points each and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 01:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081110/47864__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Jeff Drouin-Deslauriers is making a strong case for promotion.In just his second career NHL start, Edmonton's third-string goalie made 37 saves to help the Oilers beat the New Jersey Devils 2-1 on... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 01:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Seba scores in overtime as Montreal captures CIS bronze against Laval</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081109/47828__seba_scores_in_overtime_as_montreal_captures_cis_bronze_against_laval_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Jean-Jacques Seba scored in overtime to lead the Montreal Carabins to a 2-1 win over Quebec conference rivals, the Laval Rouge et Or Sunday afternoon in the bronze-medal match of the CIS... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 9 Nov 2008 16:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Levesque runs for 268 yards, three touchdowns as Laval beats Concordia 28-17</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081109/47827__levesque_runs_for_268_yards_three_touchdowns_as_laval_beats_concordia_28_17_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Sebastien Levesque had three lengthy touchdown runs and finished with 268 yards on the ground as the top-ranked Laval Rouge et Or beat the No. 9 Concordia Stingers 28-17 to win the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 9 Nov 2008 16:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian team blanks Germany 3-0 to win Deutschland Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081109/47826__canadian_team_blanks_germany_3_0_to_win_deutschland_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MANHEIM, Germany - Canada's national men's team shut out Germany 3-0 Sunday to win the Deutschland Cup for the first time since 2005.Norm Milley, Scott King and Pascal Trepanier scored the goals... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 9 Nov 2008 16:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jay Hayes wins Kubota Cup at Winter Fair's horse jumping event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081109/47825__jay_hayes_wins_kubota_cup_at_winter_fair_s_horse_jumping_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jay Hayes rode his 11-year-old gelding Livarot to victory at the $100,000 Royal Horse Show at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair.Hayes won a jumpoff Saturday night to clinch the final of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 9 Nov 2008 16:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Nesbitt and Rempel reach podium at World Cup speedskating event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081109/47813__canada_s_nesbitt_and_rempel_reach_podium_at_world_cup_speedskating_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BERLIN - Christine Nesbitt, Shannon Rempel and the men's pursuit team capped a bittersweet weekend for the Canadian long-track speedskaters by reaching the podium at a World Cup meet Sunday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 9 Nov 2008 19:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Saturday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081109/47779__nba_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Portland Trail Blazers are making thrilling finishes at home part of their routine.LaMarcus Aldridge had 24 points and 12 rebounds, Brandon Roy added 24 points and nine assists, and the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 9 Nov 2008 02:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Saturday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081109/47778__nhl_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Whether or not Mikhail Grabovski took offense to being traded from the Montreal Canadiens, he doesn't seem to have a problem lighting them up as a Maple Leaf.Grabovski had a goal and an assist... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 9 Nov 2008 02:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roberto Luongo extends shutout streak as Canucks blank Wild 2-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081109/47777__roberto_luongo_extends_shutout_streak_as_canucks_blank_wild_2_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Minnesota Wild became Roberto Luongo's latest robbery victims Saturday night.The masked Vancouver captain recorded his third straight shutout as the Canucks blanked the Wild... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 9 Nov 2008 02:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Eastern Promises' the big winner at the Directors Guild of Canada Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081108/47773___eastern_promises_the_big_winner_at_the_directors_guild_of_canada_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - David Cronenberg's Russian gangster movie " Eastern Promises" is the big winner at this year's Directors Guild of Canada Awards.The violent mob drama triumphed in each of the five... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 23:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manitoba defeats Ontario to win final at Canadian mixed curling</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081115/47767__manitoba_defeats_ontario_to_win_final_at_canadian_mixed_curling_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ IQALUIT, Nunavut - Manitoba's Sean Grassie won the Canadian mixed curling championship on Saturday by defeating Ontario's Wayne Tuck 6-4.Down 4-3 in the sixth end, Grassie scored once in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 17:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lions defeat Riders 33-12 to capture West Division semifinal contest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081108/47763__lions_defeat_riders_33_12_to_capture_west_division_semifinal_contest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - All the B.C. Lions had to do was keep their cool and stick to their game plan against the Saskatchewan Roughriders to reach the West Division final.The Lions took advantage of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 22:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Guelph sweeps men's, women's Canadian university cross-country titles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081108/47756__guelph_sweeps_men_s_women_s_canadian_university_cross_country_titles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAVAL, Que. - The Guelph Gryphons ran over the competition Saturday, sweeping the men's and women's team events at the Canadian university cross-country championship.The women's team, featuring... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 18:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Keean White wins $100,000 Canadian show jumping championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081108/47749__keean_white_wins_100_000_canadian_show_jumping_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Keean White won the $100,000 Canadian show jumping championship Saturday afternoon, following three intense rounds of competition over the past 24 hours at the Horse Show at the Royal... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Perry's critical interception return for TD leads Eskimos past Bombers in East semifinal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081108/47745__perry_s_critical_interception_return_for_td_leads_eskimos_past_bombers_in_east_semifinal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Edmonton Eskimos defensive end Fred Perry spent most of this season on the sidelines recovering from a broken leg and dislocated ankle he suffered in late July.So when the eight-year... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 20:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Athletics Canada denies report that Les Gramantik will not return as head coach</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081108/47742__athletics_canada_denies_report_that_les_gramantik_will_not_return_as_head_coach_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Les Gramantik says he's not leaving Athletics Canada.A Toronto newspaper reported that Gramantik, Athletics Canada's head coach, was told the organization is restructuring its program... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 14:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Jeremy Wotherspoon taken to hospital after crash at World Cup event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081108/47741__canadian_jeremy_wotherspoon_taken_to_hospital_after_crash_at_world_cup_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BERLIN - Canadian world champion Jeremy Wotherspoon has been taken to hospital after a crash at the season-opening speedskating World Cup meet.Wotherspoon, from Red Deer, Alta., fell as he was... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 16:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Vaughn Chipeur fifth at Cup of China figure skating event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081108/47727__canada_s_vaughn_chipeur_fifth_at_cup_of_china_figure_skating_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Vaughn Chipeur of Edmonton took fifth place in men's singles on Saturday to conclude the Cup of China figure skating competition, the third stop on the ISU Grand Prix circuit.The U.S.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 14:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Friday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081108/47709__nba_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Allen Iverson's Detroit Pistons debut may have sold some seats, but it was Devin Harris who brought the New Jersey crowd to their feet.Harris scored a career-high 38 points Friday night,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 02:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Friday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081108/47708__nhl_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Steve Mason is making the most of his debut in the NHL.The rookie Columbus goalie held on to stop the Montreal Canadiens while fellow rookie Derick Brassard scored the shootout winner in a 4-3... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 01:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Erynn Ballard wins opener of Canadian show jumping championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081108/47707__erynn_ballard_wins_opener_of_canadian_show_jumping_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Erynn Ballard took top honours in round one of the $100,000 Canadian show jumping championships on the opening night of competition Friday at the Royal Horse Show.Ballard of Tottenham,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 01:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Germany eliminates Canada at FIFA U17 women's soccer tournament</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081108/47706__germany_eliminates_canada_at_fifa_u17_women_s_soccer_tournament_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WELLINGTON, New Zealand - Canada held its own against world-class competition at the inaugural FIFA under-17 women's soccer championship, but Canadian coach Bryan Rosenfeld says there's still a lot... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 04:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Andrade trainer won't apologize for harsh statements made following Bute loss</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081107/47690__andrade_trainer_won_t_apologize_for_harsh_statements_made_following_bute_loss_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Lucian Bute-Librado Andrade boxing match is long over, but the war of words drags on.Bute's promoter InterBox sent a lawyer's letter to Andrade's trainer Howard Grant this week... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 18:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First Capital Realty third quarter net profits rise to $8.2M from $6.9M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081107/47681__first_capital_realty_third_quarter_net_profits_rise_to_8_2m_from_6_9m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - First Capital Realty Inc. (TSX:FCR), an owner, developer and operator of supermarket and drugstore-anchored community shopping centres, says its net profits for the third quarter rose to... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 17:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Drug developer Labopharm reports Q3 net loss of $6m, down from $9M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081107/47667__drug_developer_labopharm_reports_q3_net_loss_of_6m_down_from_9m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAVAL, Que. - Higher revenue helped Labopharm Inc. (TSX:DDS) reduce its third-quarter net loss to $6 million, down from a year-ago $9 million, the drug developer announced Friday.The loss amounted... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 16:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clarke Q3 profit plunges to $100K; warns of impact recession could have on firm</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081107/47664__clarke_q3_profit_plunges_to_100k_warns_of_impact_recession_could_have_on_firm_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Clarke Inc. (TSX:CKI), a company known for investing in financially troubled firms, saw a huge drop in third-quarter profit and said a prolonged recession could hit its investments... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 15:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Trimac third quarter net profits rise to $7.6 million from $5.7 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081107/47662__trimac_third_quarter_net_profits_rise_to_7_6_million_from_5_7_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Trimac Income Fund (TSX:TMA.UN), a Calgary-based transport and trucking services company, says its net profits rose to $7.6 million from $5.7 million as revenues rose marginally.The fund... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 15:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Real Estate Investment says Q3 profit rose 10 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081107/47661__canadian_real_estate_investment_says_q3_profit_rose_10_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REF.UN) reported a 10 per cent increase in profit in the third quarter.The trust said net income came in at $18.9 million or 31 cents per unit... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 15:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Viterra Inc, Enmax Corp. sign 10-year carbon offset agreement</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081107/47660__viterra_inc_enmax_corp_sign_10_year_carbon_offset_agreement_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Agriculture firm Viterra Inc. (TSX:VT) has signed a 10-year agreement to supply carbon offset credits to Calgary electricity retailer Enmax Energy Corp.Viterra purchases carbon offsets... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 15:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jim Balsillie never told Montreal newspaper the Canadiens were for sale</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081107/47659__jim_balsillie_never_told_montreal_newspaper_the_canadiens_were_for_sale_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Jim Balsillie denies telling a French-language newspaper that the Montreal Canadiens are for sale.Balsillie's spokesman said the head of BlackBerry maker Research in Motion was shocked... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 16:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Morguard says Q3 profit doubles, hikes quarterly dividend</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081107/47658__morguard_says_q3_profit_doubles_hikes_quarterly_dividend_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Real estate investment firm Morguard Corp. (TSX: MRC) said its profit doubled in the third quarter and hiked its quarterly dividend for the first time in six years.The Toronto... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 15:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Telus Corp. cuts 100 management jobs as part of restructuring efforts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081205/47652__telus_corp_cuts_100_management_jobs_as_part_of_restructuring_efforts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Telus Corp. (TSX:T) has cut about 100 senior management positions as part of a restructuring program the company highlighted in its recent quarterly results.Telus spokesperson... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Dec 2008 13:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enerplus sets 2009 capital spending at $300 million, down from 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081218/47647__enerplus_sets_2009_capital_spending_at_300_million_down_from_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Enerplus Resources Fund (TSX:ERF.UN) said Thursday that shaky markets and volatile oil prices have prompted it to reduce its capital spending next year.The Calgary-based trust set its... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pulse Data profit surges to $2.2 million in third quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081107/47645__pulse_data_profit_surges_to_2_2_million_in_third_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Pulse Data Inc. (TSX:PSD), which sells seismic data used in the oil patch, says its net income rose to $2.2 million in the third quarter as revenue from continuing operations increased 20... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 13:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Groves wins 1,500-metre event to lead Canadian sweep of medals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081107/47642__groves_wins_1_500_metre_event_to_lead_canadian_sweep_of_medals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BERLIN - Ottawa's Kristina Groves captured the women's 1,500-metre event at the season-opening World Cup speedskating event to lead a Canadian sweep of the medals in the event.Groves captured the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 22:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>LMS Medical System cuts workforce by half in 'strategic restructuring'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081107/47640__lms_medical_system_cuts_workforce_by_half_in_strategic_restructuring__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Health-care software provider LMS Medical Systems (TSX:LMZ) announced Friday it is cutting its staff by half in a "strategic restructuring plan to reduce cash burn and refocus the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 12:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Oct. 27-Nov. 2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081107/47639__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_oct_27_nov_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Oct. 27-Nov. 2: 1 "Grey's Anatomy" (CTV, Thursday) - 2,249,000 2 "C.S.I." (CTV, Thursday) -... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 12:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Feds offering up to $380 million in financing for troubled Quebec shipyard</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081217/47634__feds_offering_up_to_380_million_in_financing_for_troubled_quebec_shipyard_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LEVIS, Que. - The Davie Yards. Inc. (TSX:DAV) shipyard near Quebec City is getting up to $380 million in financing and guarantees from Ottawa to help the company complete an order for five ships... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 11:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PotashCorp reaches tentative agreements with unionized workers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081107/47626__potashcorp_reaches_tentative_agreements_with_unionized_workers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT) has reached agreements with United Steelworkers locals representing a total of about 500 unionized employees at three of its potash... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 13:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HSBC Bank Canada Q3 profit down 17 per cent to $121 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081107/47624__hsbc_bank_canada_q3_profit_down_17_per_cent_to_121_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - HSBC Bank Canada has reported third-quarter earnings of C$121 million, down 16.6 per cent from $145 million in the year-ago period.The Canadian unit of the London-headquartered... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 10:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brookfield Asset Management Q3 profits rise to US$171 million from $93 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081107/47622__brookfield_asset_management_q3_profits_rise_to_us_171_million_from_93_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM), the former Brascan, reports a sharply higher net profit and rising revenues in the latest quarter.Brookfield reported Friday it earned a net... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 09:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TMX Group quotes stall at the open; problem not yet explained</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081107/47621__tmx_group_quotes_stall_at_the_open_problem_not_yet_explained_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Financial market players were left without index quotations from the Toronto Stock Exchange and TSX Venture Exchange for nearly 10 minutes after the opening bell on Friday.The problem... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 11:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier gets C$456 million train contract from Singapore transit system</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081107/47619__bombardier_gets_c_456_million_train_contract_from_singapore_transit_system_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BERLIN - Bombardier Transportation (TSX:BBD.B) says it has won a contract to supply 219 driverless transit cars from the Land Transport Authority of Singapore.The contract, announced early Friday,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 09:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Decision on proposed $4.6-billion oil refinery in Newfoundland delayed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081107/47611__decision_on_proposed_4_6_billion_oil_refinery_in_newfoundland_delayed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - A decision on whether to proceed with a proposed $4.6-billion oil refinery in Newfoundland has been postponed, the managing director of the company leading the project said... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 08:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081107/47594__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Vancouver Canucks and Calgary Flames both earned one-goal victories Thursday, but while the Canucks won with goaltending and defence, the Flames filled the net and then hung on for dear life.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 02:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Conroy helps Flames hang on for wild 7-6 victory over Nashville</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081107/47591__conroy_helps_flames_hang_on_for_wild_7_6_victory_over_nashville_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - A huge first period will help Craig Conroy sleep at night.Disappointed with his play of late, home loss to Phoenix on Tuesday, the Calgary Flames veteran responded Thursday night with... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 01:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Winchester scores first NHL goal as Senators down Flyers 4-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081106/47585__winchester_scores_first_nhl_goal_as_senators_down_flyers_4_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - With his first NHL goal finally in the books, Jesse Winchester's next order of business is finding a place for the milestone puck.The Ottawa Senators rookie scored and added an assist... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 23:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>10 competitors left in 'So You Think You Can Dance'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081106/47581__10_competitors_left_in_so_you_think_you_can_dance__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ten competitors are left in the search for Canada's favourite dancer on "So You Think You Can Dance Canada," CTV says.During Thursday's live broadcast, host Leah Miller announced the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 21:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Christopher Paul Curtis wins $20,000 TD children's lit prize</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081106/47579__christopher_paul_curtis_wins_20_000_td_children_s_lit_prize_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ontario author Christopher Paul Curtis has won the fourth annual TD Canadian Children's Literature Award, worth $20,000, for a book about runaway slaves in the 19th century."Elijah of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 21:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oncothyreon trims Q3 loss of $3.6M from $5.6M in 2007 period</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081106/47554__oncothyreon_trims_q3_loss_of_3_6m_from_5_6m_in_2007_period_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SEATTLE - Biotechnology firm Oncothyreon Inc. (TSX: ONY) reported a third-quarter net loss of $3.6 million or 18 cents per share compared to a loss of $5.6 million or 28 cents per share in 2007.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 17:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PSAC: 10 per cent drop in Canadian drilling; Alberta to be hit most</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081106/47551__psac_10_per_cent_drop_in_canadian_drilling_alberta_to_be_hit_most_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The Petroleum Services Association of Canada said Thursday there will be 650 fewer oil and natural gas wells drilled in Canada in 2009 than this year, with Alberta expected to be the most... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 16:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manitoba Telecom revenue up slightly to $480 million in third quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081106/47548__manitoba_telecom_revenue_up_slightly_to_480_million_in_third_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. (TSX: MBT) improved the profitabilty of its continuing operations in the third quarter, sales improved in the growth areas of its communications business.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 16:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rare map of early Canada drawn by Champlain sells at auction for</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081113/47541__rare_map_of_early_canada_drawn_by_champlain_sells_at_auction_for_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON - A rare map of early Canada drawn by French explorer Samuel de Champlain has sold at auction for three times its estimated price.Depicting the northeast stretch of the continent previously... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alice Munro among presenters at 2008 Scotiabank Giller Prize</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081106/47538__alice_munro_among_presenters_at_2008_scotiabank_giller_prize_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian literary legend Alice Munro is set to be a presenter at next week's glitzy Scotiabank Giller Prize ceremony.Munro - who has twice won the prestigious award herself - will... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 16:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xstrata Copper Canada workers ratify new contract at Kidd Metallurgical</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081106/47531__xstrata_copper_canada_workers_ratify_new_contract_at_kidd_metallurgical_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TIMMINS, Ont - Workers at Xstrata Copper Canada's Kidd Metallurgical site near Timmins, Ont. have ratified a new three-year contract with the company.The company says 71 per cent of Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 15:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Inter Pipeline Fund Q3 profit more than doubles to $76.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081106/47522__inter_pipeline_fund_q3_profit_more_than_doubles_to_76_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Third-quarter net income more than doubled for Inter Pipeline Fund (TSX:IPL.UN) as revenue grew 20 per cent for the operator of oil and gas transport, storage and gas liquids extraction... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 14:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CCL profit from continuing operations up 6.3 per cent on 5.4 per cent revenue gain</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081106/47518__ccl_profit_from_continuing_operations_up_6_3_per_cent_on_5_4_per_cent_revenue_gain_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Consumer-goods packager CCL Industries Inc. (TSX:CCL.B) has reported 7.1 per cent slippage in third-quarter net income to $22.1 million, while sales increased 5.4 per cent to $289.8... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 14:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gran Tierra Energy third quarter profits rise to $23 million from $1.1 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081106/47517__gran_tierra_energy_third_quarter_profits_rise_to_23_million_from_1_1_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (TSX:GTE), a Calgary company with oil exploration and production in South America, says its net profits in the third quarter soared to US$23 million from US$1.1... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 14:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GLV turns quarterly profit of $2.9M as sales rise 19 per cent to $149.6M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081106/47516__glv_turns_quarterly_profit_of_2_9m_as_sales_rise_19_per_cent_to_149_6m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - GLV Inc. (TSX:GLV.A) has reported summer-quarter net income of $2.9 million, up from a year-ago loss of $2.2 million as revenue increased 19 per cent to $149.6 million.Despite deepening... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 14:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Contrans sees bumpy road ahead but expects to keep on trucking</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081106/47515__contrans_sees_bumpy_road_ahead_but_expects_to_keep_on_trucking_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WOODSTOCK, Ont. - Contrans Income Fund (TSX:CSS.UN) says the current level of distributions to its unitholders is appropriate and its board doesn't expect there'll be a need to suspend them in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 14:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shoppers Drug Mart Q3 profit rises to $162.5 million, sales up 9.8 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081106/47505__shoppers_drug_mart_q3_profit_rises_to_162_5_million_sales_up_9_8_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shoppers Drug Mart Corp. (TSX:SC) says increased sales of prescriptions and other products pushed up its third-quarter revenues by 9.8 per cent to $2.8 billion.The national retail's net... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 12:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Air Canada and Jazz traffic down 3.9 per cent from a year ago in October</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081106/47499__air_canada_and_jazz_traffic_down_3_9_per_cent_from_a_year_ago_in_october_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Air Canada (TSX:AC.A) has reported a 3.9 per cent decline in October traffic compared with a year ago.Air Canada and the Jazz regional operator (TSX:JAZ.UN) posted their best-ever... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 11:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Iamgold options half of Merrex Gold's Siribaya gold project in Mali</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081223/47497__iamgold_options_half_of_merrex_gold_s_siribaya_gold_project_in_mali_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Iamgold Corp. (TSX:IMG) says it has struck a definitive option agreement to earn a 50 per cent interest in the Siribaya Gold project in Mali, West Africa.The project is currently 100 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 10:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mullen Group Income Fund to convert to corporate structure</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090113/47492__mullen_group_income_fund_to_convert_to_corporate_structure_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OKOTOKS, Alta. - Mullen Group Income Fund (TSX:MTL.UN) said Tuesday that it plans to convert to a corporate structure and cuts distribution in half.The fund said it plans to reduce its... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cineplex Galaxy Q3 earnings down 6.7 per cent as attendance drops</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081106/47491__cineplex_galaxy_q3_earnings_down_6_7_per_cent_as_attendance_drops_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cinema chain operator Cineplex Galaxy Income Fund (TSX:CGX.UN) says its operating unit's third-quarter profit fells 6.7 per cent, a result it considered acceptable compared with a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 09:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Soft drink maker Cott posts US$87.6M Q3 loss on big one-time charges</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081106/47488__soft_drink_maker_cott_posts_us_87_6m_q3_loss_on_big_one_time_charges_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cott Corp. (TSX:BCB) dropped to a third-quarter loss of US$87.6 million as the soft drink maker booked $95.8 million in goodwill and other charges while revenue fell 9.5 per cent to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 09:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AbitibiBowater to sell most of its Ontario hydroelectric assets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081222/47487__abitibibowater_to_sell_most_of_its_ontario_hydroelectric_assets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - AbitibiBowater Inc. (TSX:ABH) says it hopes to sell the bulk of its hydroelectric assets in Ontario by early next year in an ongoing effort to reduce its debt load and improve... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 19:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Total bankruptcies drop in November</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090107/47486__total_bankruptcies_drop_in_november_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - There were 8,669 bankruptcies in Canada in November, about 800 - or 8.4 per cent - fewer than in October.The superintendent of bankruptcy reports there were 8,163 personal bankruptcies... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 7 Jan 2009 10:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Investors, investment income up in 2007: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081106/47485__investors_investment_income_up_in_2007_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The number of taxfilers reporting investment income - and the amount of investment income they reported - both increased for the fourth straight year in 2007.Statistics Canada says more... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 09:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Building permits rise in September after August drop: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081106/47480__building_permits_rise_in_september_after_august_drop_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says municipalities issued $6.5 billion in building permits in September, 13.4 per cent more than in August.Coming on the heels of an 11.7 per cent decline in August,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 08:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GMP Capital halves payout, cuts staff, trims pay as Q3 profit falls 82 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081106/47475__gmp_capital_halves_payout_cuts_staff_trims_pay_as_q3_profit_falls_82_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - GMP Capital Trust (TSX:GMP.UN) is cutting distribution by more than half, eliminating 37 employees and trimming senior executive salaries by 10 per cent after a 43 per cent slide in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 07:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>FNX Mining records Q3 net loss of $26.3 million on 'dramatically declining prices</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081106/47472__fnx_mining_records_q3_net_loss_of_26_3_million_on_dramatically_declining_prices_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - FNX Mining Co. Inc. (TSX:FNX) has recorded a net loss of $26.5 million, or 31 cents per share, in the third quarter.That compares with year-ago earnings of $12.5 million for the Sudbury,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 07:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Local politicians to meet with Navistar regarding layoffs in Chatham, Ont.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081112/47467__local_politicians_to_meet_with_navistar_regarding_layoffs_in_chatham_ont__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHATHAM, Ont. - Local politicians plan to meet with officials from Navistar International Corp. in a bid to stop job cuts at a truck plant in Chatham, Ont.Navistar announced last week it plans to... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 17:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin returns home to Alaska to chants of '2012'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081106/47459__alaska_gov_sarah_palin_returns_home_to_alaska_to_chants_of_2012__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ANCHORAGE, Alaska - U.S. Republican vice-presidential nominee Sarah Palin has returned to her home state of Alaska, where she was greeted by dozens of supporters encouraging her to run for... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 02:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ducks forward Getzlaf soars into NHL points lead after frigid start to season</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081106/47458__ducks_forward_getzlaf_soars_into_nhl_points_lead_after_frigid_start_to_season_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Ryan Getzlaf's hot streak has him challenging Pittsburgh superstar Evgeni Malkin for the NHL scoring lead. Not bad for a guy who produced one assist in his first six gamers this season.Getzlaf... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 02:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081106/47457__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Tony Parker broke the 50-point plateau and scored the most points in a single game in his career. Amare Stoudemire thought he had done the same, only to have the scoring table take his personal... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 01:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cambridge stays undefeated, beats Luvia in world club ringette championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081108/47451__cambridge_stays_undefeated_beats_luvia_in_world_club_ringette_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SAULT STE. MARIE, Ont. - The Cambridge Turbos are the top ringette club team in the world after going undefeated throughout the world club championship, downing LuKi-82, Luvia 6-3 in the final... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 8 Nov 2008 18:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lethbridge's Patzer and Dalhousie's Ur take weekly CIS honours</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081105/47439__lethbridge_s_patzer_and_dalhousie_s_ur_take_weekly_cis_honours_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Lethbridge rugby player Ashley Patzer and Dalhousie soccer player Ben Ur were named Canadian University Sport female and male athletes of the week Wednesday.Patzer, a fourth-year science... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 20:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Maple Leaf appoints chief food safety officer in wake of Listeria outbreak</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081105/47429__maple_leaf_appoints_chief_food_safety_officer_in_wake_of_listeria_outbreak_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) has appointed a chief food safety officer, a first for the company and potentially the industry, as the company tries to recover from a deadly Listeria... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 19:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crystallex shares fall another 13 per cent on report Las Cristinas going to Russians</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081106/47423__crystallex_shares_fall_another_13_per_cent_on_report_las_cristinas_going_to_russians_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shares of Crystallex International Corp. (TSX:KRY) fell another 13 per cent Thursday after reports the Venezuelan government has chosen a Russian firm to run the Las Cristinas gold... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 19:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alliance Films says it has a 'unique opportunity' to buy negotiate debt repurchase</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081105/47422__alliance_films_says_it_has_a_unique_opportunity_to_buy_negotiate_debt_repurchase_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Motion picture distributor Alliance Films Inc. says it has "a unique opportunity" to negotiate the repurchase of its outstanding debt but stopped short of confirming that it will buy... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 18:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New season starts for CBC's 'Canada's Next Great Prime Minister'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081105/47415__new_season_starts_for_cbc_s_canada_s_next_great_prime_minister__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - If you think you've got what it takes to run Canada, you have until Nov. 15 to get your application in.That's the deadline for submissions to become part of CBC's Emmy-nominated TV... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 18:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadiens ink prospect David Desharnais to two-year contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081105/47403__canadiens_ink_prospect_david_desharnais_to_two_year_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Forward David Desharnais has signed a two-year, two-way contract with the Montreal Canadiens, the NHL club announced Wednesday.The 22-year-old has nine points in 11 games this season... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 17:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ngoudjo to face Urango for IBF light welterweight title in Montreal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081105/47402__ngoudjo_to_face_urango_for_ibf_light_welterweight_title_in_montreal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Herman Ngoudjo will face Juan Urango of Colombia for the vacant IBF light welterweight title on Jan. 30 in Montreal, promoter Yvon Michel said Wednesday.Michel and Urango's promoter,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 17:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Polley to explore memory and storytelling in documentary project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081105/47391__polley_to_explore_memory_and_storytelling_in_documentary_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian filmmaker Sarah Polley is setting her sights on documentary filmmaking.The Oscar-nominated Polley, who won raves for writing and directing her first feature film, "Away From... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 15:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Industrial Alliance Q3 net off 13 per cent: 'satisfactory under the circumstances</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081105/47370__industrial_alliance_q3_net_off_13_per_cent_satisfactory_under_the_circumstances__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services Inc. (TSX:IAG) has reported a 13 per cent decline in third-quarter net income to $51.2 million - "very satisfactory results under the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 13:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Don't go overboard on regulating banks, Canada urges G20</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081105/47368__don_t_go_overboard_on_regulating_banks_canada_urges_g20_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada will argue for international review of strengthened domestic regulation of financial institutions when the Group of 20 finance ministers meet this weekend in Brazil.A Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 14:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto home resales down 35 per cent in October; average price falls 13 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081105/47364__toronto_home_resales_down_35_per_cent_in_october_average_price_falls_13_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The number of resale home deals fell 35 per cent in the Greater Toronto Area last month compared with a year earlier, according to a tally by the Toronto Real Estate Board.And the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 12:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Peak Energy Services posts $1.3M Q3 profit; revenue up 54 per cent to $42.4M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081105/47351__peak_energy_services_posts_1_3m_q3_profit_revenue_up_54_per_cent_to_42_4m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Peak Energy Services Trust (TSX:PES.UN) has reported third-quarter net income of $1.3 million, up from a year-ago loss of $13.4 million as "industry activity levels played out better than... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 10:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kingsway to consolidate two U.S.-based subsidiaries as part of cost cutting</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081107/47348__kingsway_to_consolidate_two_u_s_based_subsidiaries_as_part_of_cost_cutting_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Kingsway Financial Services Inc. (TSX:KFS) is consolidating the operations of two U.S. subsidiaries as a way to cut costs after reporting a loss in its latest quarter earlier in the week.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2008 17:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dorel third-quarter profit holds at US$27.1M, revenue up 25.5 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081105/47344__dorel_third_quarter_profit_holds_at_us_27_1m_revenue_up_25_5_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Consumer products maker Dorel Industries Inc. (TSX:DII.B) reported Wednesday third-quarter net income of US$27.2 million, edging up from $26.4 million in the year-ago period, as revenues... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 18:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>The Brick falls like a brick after distribution cut announced</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081105/47343__the_brick_falls_like_a_brick_after_distribution_cut_announced_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Brick Group Income Fund (TSX:BRK.UN) insisted Wednesday that it's ready to survive "the worst" but investors quickly marked down the national furniture retailers' value by 35 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 17:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Premium Brands third quarter profit rises to $7.3 million from $7.2 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081105/47339__premium_brands_third_quarter_profit_rises_to_7_3_million_from_7_2_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Premium Brands Income Fund (TSX:PBI.UN), a Vancouver-based producer and distributor of specialty foods, says its earnings for the third quarter rose slightly while revenues jumped... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 08:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Slight increase in RRSP contributors last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081105/47338__slight_increase_in_rrsp_contributors_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Just under 6.3 million taxfilers contributed to registered retirement savings plans in 2007, up 1.6 per cent from 2006.Statistics Canada reports contributions rose 5.3 per cent to $34.1... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 08:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Newalta converting to corporation, cuts 2009 growth spending 30 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081105/47329__newalta_converting_to_corporation_cuts_2009_growth_spending_30_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Newalta Income Fund (TSX:NAL.UN) announced Wednesday its board has approved the conversion of the income trust into a dividend-paying corporation.Newalta also said it is cutting its... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 07:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pengrowth Energy posts third quarter net earnings of $422 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081105/47327__pengrowth_energy_posts_third_quarter_net_earnings_of_422_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Pengrowth Energy Trust (TSX:PGF.UN) bounced back from a loss in the second quarter and started the latter half of 2008 with a profit.The Calgary-based company says its third quarter... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 05:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jovanovski, Morris and Reinprecht give Coyotes 4-2 win over Flames</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081105/47311__jovanovski_morris_and_reinprecht_give_coyotes_4_2_win_over_flames_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Ed Jovanovski says scoring the first goal of the season is always energizing, no matter how old you are or how many years you've been in the NHL.Jovanovski's power play goal at 11:52 of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 01:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Resurgent Wellwood scores two goals as Canucks blank Predators</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081105/47310__resurgent_wellwood_scores_two_goals_as_canucks_blank_predators_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Kyle Wellwood has heard the jokes about being out of shape while walking around with his shirt off, and suffering the humiliation of being sent to the minors twice.All this after... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 04:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081105/47307__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Kyle Wellwood is no stranger to the waiver wire. He's doing his best to make sure he doesn't show up on it again for a long time.Wellwood, cast off by the Toronto Maple Leafs after four seasons... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 04:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mike Fisher scores in overtime as Senators down Capitals 2-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081104/47300__mike_fisher_scores_in_overtime_as_senators_down_capitals_2_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Mike Fisher broke out of his frustrating offensive slump in a big way.After being held off the scoresheet in his first nine games this season, Fisher scored the game-winning goal and... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 23:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petitclerc, Lopes-Schliep dominate list of Athletics Canada award finalists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081104/47297__petitclerc_lopes_schliep_dominate_list_of_athletics_canada_award_finalists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Wheelchair athlete Chantal Petitclerc of Montreal and hurdler Priscilla Lopes-Schliep of Whitby, Ont., dominated the list as Athletics Canada announced the finalists for its 2008 awards... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 22:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Judge approves $100M suit against Rogers over cable TV outages</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081104/47281__judge_approves_100m_suit_against_rogers_over_cable_tv_outages_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - An Ontario judge has certified a $100 million class action lawsuit against Rogers Cable and its subsidiaries.The claim, commenced by Glenn Wilkins of Whitby, Ont., alleges that Rogers... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 20:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Forest and paper firms cutting production as a result of falling prices, demand</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081104/47280__forest_and_paper_firms_cutting_production_as_a_result_of_falling_prices_demand_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Three Canadian forestry product companies announced closures and production curtailments Tuesday as a result of falling demand and prices for their products.Domtar Corp. (TSX:... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 20:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal artist Francoise Sullivan wins $25,000 Iskowitz Prize</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081104/47278__montreal_artist_francoise_sullivan_wins_25_000_iskowitz_prize_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Montreal artist Francoise Sullivan has won the 2008 Gershon Iskowitz Prize, worth $25,000, for her contributions to the visual arts in Canada, it was announced Tuesday.The prize is... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 19:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Opera Company posts surplus for 2007-08 season</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081104/47277__canadian_opera_company_posts_surplus_for_2007_08_season_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian Opera Company had a surplus of $41,000 for the 2007-08 season, COC president David Ferguson announced Tuesday. It was the company's sixth consecutive surplus.The season was... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 19:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal light heavyweight Diaconu postpones title fight due to hand injury</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081104/47272__montreal_light_heavyweight_diaconu_postpones_title_fight_due_to_hand_injury_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Adrian Diaconu of Montreal has postponed the first defence of his WBC light-heavyweight title due to a hand injury suffered during training, promoter Chris Ganescu said Tuesday.Diaconu... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 19:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Potash Corp. looks to aboriginal community to help fill future employment needs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081104/47269__potash_corp_looks_to_aboriginal_community_to_help_fill_future_employment_needs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - The president of the Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan says the world's largest fertilizer producer must reach out to the aboriginal community to help meet its future employment needs.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 18:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal-based artist wins $8,000 photography prize from Canada Council</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081104/47268__montreal_based_artist_wins_8_000_photography_prize_from_canada_council_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A Montreal-based artist who became immersed in photography five years ago has won a prize for her camera work from the Canada Council for the Arts.Catherine Bodmer nabbed the $8,000 Duke... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 18:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadiens, Red Wings top NHL all-star ballot with six players each</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20081104/47260__canadiens_red_wings_top_nhl_all_star_ballot_with_six_players_each_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - The ballot for online voting by fans for the NHL all-star teams will be heavy on players from the host Montreal Canadiens and the Stanley Cup champion Detroit Red Wings.The Canadiens... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 17:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Birch Mountain shares plunge after Tricap demands loan repayment</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081104/47245__birch_mountain_shares_plunge_after_tricap_demands_loan_repayment_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Shares of Calgary-based Birch Mountain Resources Ltd. (TSX:BMD) plunged 73 per cent Tuesday after the company announced its principal secured creditor, Tricap Partners Ltd., has demanded... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 16:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAW ratifies three-year contract with Lakeside Steel in Welland, Ont.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081104/47244__caw_ratifies_three_year_contract_with_lakeside_steel_in_welland_ont__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WELLAND, Ont - Lakeside Steel Inc. (TSXV:LS) said it has ratified a new three-year collective agreement with the Canadian Auto Workers, Local 523, the union representing about 400 employees.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 16:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Argonauts COO Brad Watters steps down from post with CFL club</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081104/47239__argonauts_coo_brad_watters_steps_down_from_post_with_cfl_club_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Brad Watters stepped down as the Toronto Argonauts chief operating officer Tuesday.No reason was given for Watters' resignation. The move comes less than a year since Watters joined the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 15:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gasoline prices heading back up after crude oil price rebounds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081105/47235__gasoline_prices_heading_back_up_after_crude_oil_price_rebounds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO -The price of gasoline is going up again.A day after pump prices dropped by more than six-cents a litre in many parts of the country, the cost of gas is on the rise - by about four cents a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 5 Nov 2008 01:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cdn-U.S. series to explore outer space relationship drama</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081104/47231__cdn_u_s_series_to_explore_outer_space_relationship_drama_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A new Canadian-U.S. TV series is set to explore the furthest reaches of the universe."Defying Gravity," will follow the trials of eight astronauts on a mysterious six-year, international... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 13:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DVD releases scheduled for the coming weeks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090113/47221__dvd_releases_scheduled_for_the_coming_weeks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A look at some DVDs scheduled to be released in the weeks ahead.For the week of Jan. 11-17All Roads Lead HomeAlvin and the Chipmunks: The Chipettes AppaloosaBalls Out: Gary the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 12:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Halifax will host Tim Hortons Brier curling tournament in 2010</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081104/47218__halifax_will_host_tim_hortons_brier_curling_tournament_in_2010_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - The Tim Hortons Brier will return to Halifax in 2010.The Canadian Curling Association announced Tuesday that the Canadian men's curling championship will be staged at the Metro... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 11:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian dollar makes strong gains against greenback</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090105/47217__canadian_dollar_makes_strong_gains_against_greenback_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian dollar put in a strong showing Monday, reflecting a advances in oil prices and increased optimism on stock markets.The currency rose 1.7 cents finished the day up 84.03... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 5 Jan 2009 16:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enbridge fund units up after company reports Q3 earnings of $5M; hikes dividend</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081104/47216__enbridge_fund_units_up_after_company_reports_q3_earnings_of_5m_hikes_dividend_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Units of the Enbridge Income Fund (TSX:ENF.UN) rose nearly five per cent Tuesday after the Calgary pipeline operator said its profit jumped 29 per cent in the third quarter and the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 11:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lower gold, copper prices hit Quadra Mining's bottom line</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081104/47213__lower_gold_copper_prices_hit_quadra_mining_s_bottom_line_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Declining metals prices pushed down revenue and profit at Quadra Mining Ltd. (TSX:QUA) during the third quarter, offsetting higher production of gold and copper compared with the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 11:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fewer give more in charitable donations: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081104/47210__fewer_give_more_in_charitable_donations_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Charitable donations reported by Canadian taxfilers surpassed $8.6 billion in 2007, up 1.4 per cent from 2006.At the same time, Statistics Canada reports the number of donors fell 0.9 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 11:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Northgate third quarter loss widens to US$29.4 million from US$11.9 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081104/47204__northgate_third_quarter_loss_widens_to_us_29_4_million_from_us_11_9_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Northgate Minerals Corp. (TSX:NGX), a gold and copper miner with operations in British Columbia and Australia, reported a sharply higher loss in the latest quarter as the company... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 10:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Boralex Power Income Fund Q3 net profits rise to $2.8 million from $1.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081104/47202__boralex_power_income_fund_q3_net_profits_rise_to_2_8_million_from_1_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Boralex Power Income Fund (TSX:BPT.UN), a Montreal-based electricity producer, says its profits nearly doubled in the third quarter as revenues rose nearly 19 per cent.Boralex said it... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 10:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atrium Innovations Q3 profit rises to US$12.1M; sales up 48 per cent to $75.4M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081104/47200__atrium_innovations_q3_profit_rises_to_us_12_1m_sales_up_48_per_cent_to_75_4m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Nutritional supplement maker Atrium Innovations Inc. (TSX: ATB) is reporting healthy growth in third-quarter profit and acquisition-boosted sales.Atrium, reporting in U.S. dollars, said... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 09:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Operator of Toronto and Montreal stock markets to cut 85 jobs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081104/47198__operator_of_toronto_and_montreal_stock_markets_to_cut_85_jobs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - TMX Group Inc. (TSX:X), the operator of the Toronto and Montreal stock markets, is cutting 10 per cent of its workforce as integration of the two exchanges under one umbrella continues.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 09:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magna suffers Q3 loss of US$215M as sales fall nine per cent; dividend halved</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081104/47188__magna_suffers_q3_loss_of_us_215m_as_sales_fall_nine_per_cent_dividend_halved_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The woes of the car industry are battering Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG.A), dropping the parts maker to a third-quarter loss of US$215 million and causing it to slash its dividend in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 10:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada advances to quarter-finals of FIFA U17 women's soccer tournament</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081104/47180__canada_advances_to_quarter_finals_of_fifa_u17_women_s_soccer_tournament_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON, New Zealand - Canada advanced to the quarter-finals of the FIFA under-17 women's soccer championship Tuesday after battling to a 0-0 draw with Denmark.Canadian goalkeeper Genevieve... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 03:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Monday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081104/47179__nba_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Detroit Pistons overcame a wild, emotional day to crush their old coach's new team. It didn't mean they were easily coming to grips with the blockbuster deal that shook the foundation of their... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 4 Nov 2008 01:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081103/47173__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Kevin Weekes was stellar, but Ryan Miller was perfect.Miller had 24 saves in registering his second straight shutout and Jason Pominville ended a 20-shot first-period barrage against Weekes with a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 23:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Trican reports Q2 profit slips to $18 million from $37M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081103/47161__trican_reports_q2_profit_slips_to_18_million_from_37m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Trican Well Service Ltd. (TSX:TCW) said its profit slipped to $18 million in the latest quarter compared to last year due mainly to a $15.3-million swing in foreign exchange impacts.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 21:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enbridge fund reports Q3 earnings of $5M; hikes dividend and expands pipeline</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081103/47160__enbridge_fund_reports_q3_earnings_of_5m_hikes_dividend_and_expands_pipeline_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Enbridge Income Fund (the Fund) (TSX:ENF.UN) said its profit jumped 29 per cent in the third quarter and hiked its dividend.It also said it would expand is crude oil pipeline systems to... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 21:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Monterey Exploration reports Q3 profit of $1.3M; curbs capital spending and drilling</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081103/47156__monterey_exploration_reports_q3_profit_of_1_3m_curbs_capital_spending_and_drilling_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Monterey Exploration Ltd. (TSX:MXL) is reducing its 2008 capital budget by 20 per cent to $32 million as a way to conserve capital in the weakening economic climate.The Calgary company... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 20:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MGM Energy reports Q3 loss of $1M and will drill one less well in Mackenzie Delta</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081103/47152__mgm_energy_reports_q3_loss_of_1m_and_will_drill_one_less_well_in_mackenzie_delta_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - MGM Energy Corp. (TSX:MGX) said it lost $1 million or nil cents per share in the third quarter compared to a loss of loss $1.8 million or two cents per share in the same quarter... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 19:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magna Entertainment to be spun off from MI Developments, Stronach to take reins</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081126/47143__magna_entertainment_to_be_spun_off_from_mi_developments_stronach_to_take_reins_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AURORA, Ont. - The boards of MI Developments Inc. (TSX:MIM.A) and Magna Entertainment Corp. (TSX:MEC.A), both controlled by Frank Stronach, are proposing a complex, multi-stage process for... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Steelworkers at Waterville TG accept management's contract offer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081103/47132__steelworkers_at_waterville_tg_accept_management_s_contract_offer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST-JEAN-SUR-RICHELIEU, Que. - Members of the United Steelworkers union at autoparts maker Waterville TG have voted in favour by a slim margin of the latest management contract offer, which... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 17:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto Stock Exchange gives stock issuers some breathing space</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081103/47108__toronto_stock_exchange_gives_stock_issuers_some_breathing_space_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX:X) has extended a helping hand to companies listing their stock on its main and junior TSX Venture boards, offering temporary relief from some listing... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 14:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Laval quarterback Benoit Groulx Quebec nominee for Hec Crighton Trophy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081103/47107__laval_quarterback_benoit_groulx_quebec_nominee_for_hec_crighton_trophy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LENNOXVILLE, Que. - Laval Rouge et Or quarterback Benoit Groulx won the Jeff Russel Trophy as the Quebec conference's player of the year on Monday.The Montreal native also becomes one of the four... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 14:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Split in South African ruling party 'healthy,' country's last white president says</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/headlines/world/20081103/47105__split_in_south_african_ruling_party_healthy_country_s_last_white_president_says_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The last white president of South Africa says deep divisions in the country's ruling party are healthy for the country's democratic development.F.W. de Klerk says he does not fear the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 14:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>EnCana crews seal leak caused by third explosion in northeastern B.C.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081103/47094__encana_crews_seal_leak_caused_by_third_explosion_in_northeastern_b_c__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TOMSLAKE, B.C. - Officials at a Calgary-based gas company say crews have closed a leak caused by the third attack on its sour gas infrastructure in northeastern B.C.EnCana (TSX:ECA) workers... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 13:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teranet reports early: Q3 adjusted pre-tax earnings up 4.3 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081103/47089__teranet_reports_early_q3_adjusted_pre_tax_earnings_up_4_3_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Teranet Income Fund (TSX:TF.UN) reported its third-quarter results early Monday in a preview for stockholders considering a takeover bid for the land registry operator tabled by Borealis... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 18:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GobiMin sells its three Chinese nickel-copper properties in deal worth C$96M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081103/47068__gobimin_sells_its_three_chinese_nickel_copper_properties_in_deal_worth_c_96m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - GobiMin Inc. (TSXV:GMN) is selling its three nickel-copper properties in China to Xinjiang Xinxin Mining Industry Co., a major Chinese nickel producer.GobiMin, with offices in Toronto... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 10:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Conference Board scales back economic outlook: still sees no recession</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081103/47065__conference_board_scales_back_economic_outlook_still_sees_no_recession_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Conference Board of Canada has cut back its outlook for the economy next year, barely a week after issuing its previous prediction.The think-tank now expects Canada's economy to grow... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 09:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CN buys rail and ferry operations from Quebec Railway Corp. for $49.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081103/47064__cn_buys_rail_and_ferry_operations_from_quebec_railway_corp_for_49_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canadian National Railway Co. (TSX:CNR) is buying a number of rail and ferry operations from Quebec Railway Corp. for $49.8 million, while cargo handler Logistec Corp. (TSX:LGT.A) picks... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 11:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Great Lakes Hydro Income Fund Q3 revenues rise to $48 million from $32.9 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081103/47063__great_lakes_hydro_income_fund_q3_revenues_rise_to_48_million_from_32_9_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GATINEAU, Que. - Great Lakes Hydro Income Fund (TSX:GLH.UN), a Quebec-based power producer, said its revenues rose to $48 million from $32.9 million in the third quarter, while profits before... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 09:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Industrial Alliance buys DundeeWealth's Quebec mutual fund, insurance operations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081103/47060__industrial_alliance_buys_dundeewealth_s_quebec_mutual_fund_insurance_operations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Industrial Alliance Insurance (TSX:IAG) has agreed to buy a slate of Quebec-based businesses managing about $2.6 billion in assets from DundeeWealth Inc. (TSX:DW) for undisclosed price.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 09:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>InStorage REIT board formally rejects StorageMart takeover bid: 'much too low</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081103/47057__instorage_reit_board_formally_rejects_storagemart_takeover_bid_much_too_low__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The board of InStorage Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:IS.UN) has recommended rejection of a $91-million takeover bid from a unit of the TKG-StorageMart group of Columbia, Mo.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 08:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pala withdraws $85.7M hostile bid for Rockwell Diamonds of Vancouver</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081103/47055__pala_withdraws_85_7m_hostile_bid_for_rockwell_diamonds_of_vancouver_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Pala Investments Holdings Ltd. said Monday it is "withdrawing and not proceeding" with its $85.7-million hostile takeover bid for Rockwell Diamonds Inc. (TSX:RDI) of Vancouver."Pala has... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 08:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Silver Wheaton Q3 profit up $1M to US$20.2M; higher silver price awaited</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081103/47049__silver_wheaton_q3_profit_up_1m_to_us_20_2m_higher_silver_price_awaited_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW) sees a "very promising" outlook for silver in the middle to long term despite tight credit conditions, but is adopting more conservative near-term... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 14:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Sunday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081103/47042__nhl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Toronto Maple Leafs didn't have another comeback in them.In fact, the Maple Leafs gave up a two-goal lead instead of rallying from behind and the Carolina Hurricanes skated to a 6-4 win over... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 01:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Red Wings' power play burns Canucks for three goals in 3-2 win</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081103/47041__red_wings_power_play_burns_canucks_for_three_goals_in_3_2_win_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Mikael Samuelsson, Brian Rafalski and Henrik Zetterberg scored on Detroit's first three power plays Sunday as the Red Wings ended a two-game stumble with a 3-2 victory over the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 00:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hometown Vikes win gold at CIS women's field hockey championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081102/47023__hometown_vikes_win_gold_at_cis_women_s_field_hockey_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VICTORIA, B.C. - The tournament host and No. 4-seeded University of Victoria Vikes edged the Alberta Pandas 2-1 Sunday afternoon in the Canadian Interuniversity Sport women's field hockey final.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 2 Nov 2008 21:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sunday's NFL Roundup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081102/47022__sunday_s_nfl_roundup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Tennessee Titans remained perfect - even if they needed a little extra time to stay that way.Rob Bironas got a second chance at redemption in overtime, kicking a 41-yard field goal with 9:36... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 2 Nov 2008 23:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Russia's Nadia Petrova defeats American Bethanie Mattek to win Bell Challenge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081102/47009__russia_s_nadia_petrova_defeats_american_bethanie_mattek_to_win_bell_challenge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Nadia Petrova won the Bell Challenge singles title Sunday by defeating Bethanie Mattek in three sets.The Russian No. 1 seed lost her first set 4-6 to Mattek and was tied 4-4 in the second... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 2 Nov 2008 20:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NFL Roundup: Sunday's action on the Gridiron</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081102/47007__nfl_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_gridiron_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The Tennessee Titans remained perfect - even if they needed a little extra time to stay that way.Rob Bironas got a second chance at redemption in overtime, kicking a 41-yard... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 2 Nov 2008 17:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Saturday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081102/46932__nhl_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ For a team many had written off before the start of the season, the Toronto Maple Leafs sure aren't playing like bottom feeders.John Mitchell ignited a subdued Maple Leafs offence, scoring his... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 2 Nov 2008 01:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Saturday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081102/46931__nba_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With a gigantic 23-point comeback Saturday against the 76ers, the Atlanta Hawks served notice their unlikely playoff appearance last season was no fluke.Joe Johnson scored 35 points, including a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 2 Nov 2008 01:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shawn DeLierre eliminated in Saskatoon Boast squash semifinal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081101/46909__shawn_delierre_eliminated_in_saskatoon_boast_squash_semifinal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON, Sask. - Shawn DeLierre, the last Canadian player left at the Saskatoon Boast men's squash tournament, was eliminated in a semifinal match to top-seed Aaron Frankcomb of Austria on... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 1 Nov 2008 21:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Backup QB Barrick Nealy leads Stamps to 41-30 win over Lions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081101/46905__backup_qb_barrick_nealy_leads_stamps_to_41_30_win_over_lions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Backup quarterback Barrick Nealy made the most of his playing time in the second half of a 41-30 win for the Calgary Stampeders over the B.C. Lions on Saturday.Despite completing just... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 1 Nov 2008 22:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Victoria set to meet Alberta in field hockey championship final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081101/46903__victoria_set_to_meet_alberta_in_field_hockey_championship_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VICTORIA, B.C. - Tournament host and No. 4-seed Victoria Vikes clinched a berth in the gold-medal final at the Canadian university women's field hockey championship with a scoreless draw against... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 1 Nov 2008 23:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Transcript of prank call between Sarah Palin and &quot;The Masked Avengers&quot;</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081101/46893__transcript_of_prank_call_between_sarah_palin_and_quot_the_masked_avengers_quot__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A transcript of a prank phone call between Quebec comedy duo "The Masked Avengers" and Alaska governor and Republican vice-presidential nominee Sarah Palin, released Saturday.Sarah... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 1 Nov 2008 18:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blue Bombers close regular season with 44-30 win over Tiger-Cats</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081102/46891__blue_bombers_close_regular_season_with_44_30_win_over_tiger_cats_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Earlier in the week, Blue Bombers head coach Doug Berry took rookie kicker Alexis Serna aside and gave him a pep talk.It worked. Serna continued to turn his season around with four... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 2 Nov 2008 02:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian wife and husband caught in Vietnam floods</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081101/46848__canadian_wife_and_husband_caught_in_vietnam_floods_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HANOI, Vietnam - A Canadian couple working temporarily in Vietnam are caught in what they call the worst flooding they've ever seen anywhere.Naomi Sanderson of Toronto says it has been raining... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 1 Nov 2008 03:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Friday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081101/46847__nba_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ There's no place like home for franchise all-star Chris Bosh.The Toronto forward had a game-high 31 points as the Raptors continued their dominance in home openers, earning a 112-108 victory over... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 1 Nov 2008 02:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada draws Colombia 1-1 in U-17 Women's World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081101/46843__canada_draws_colombia_1_1_in_u_17_women_s_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AUCKLAND, New Zealand - Canada remains undefeated at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup New Zealand after a 1-1 draw with Colombia on Saturday.The two sides scored within the first 10 minutes, with... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 1 Nov 2008 01:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ricky Ray leads Edmonton Eskimos to 37-14 win over Montreal Alouettes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081101/46840__ricky_ray_leads_edmonton_eskimos_to_37_14_win_over_montreal_alouettes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Eskimos received a boost of confidence when they needed it most.And it doesn't even matter if the visiting Montreal Alouettes didn't seem to put the same importance on the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 1 Nov 2008 01:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Second-seeded UBC Thunderbirds improve to 2-1 at CIS field hockey tournament</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081031/46839__second_seeded_ubc_thunderbirds_improve_to_2_1_at_cis_field_hockey_tournament_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VICTORIA, B.C. - The second-seeded UBC Thunderbirds improved to 2-1 in round-robin play at the Canadian university women's field hockey championship Friday.Elise Milosevich and Robyn Pendleton... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 23:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lethbridge, St. FX, Guelph, Laval reach semifinals of CIS championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081031/46828__lethbridge_st_fx_guelph_laval_reach_semifinals_of_cis_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LETHBRIDGE, Alta. - The tournament host and defending national champion Lethbridge Pronghorns, St. FX X-Women, Guelph Gryphons and Laval Rouge et Or qualified for the semifinals of the Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 22:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SFK Pulp to curtail production at the Saint-Felicien mill</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081201/46827__sfk_pulp_to_curtail_production_at_the_saint_felicien_mill_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONGUEUIL, Que. - SFK Pulp Fund (TSX:SFK.UN) announced Monday it will shut down its mill in Saint-Felicien, Que., for 20 days over the holiday period, beginning Dec. 19.The curtailment will remove... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Dec 2008 19:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Caisse de depot plans cautious investment strategy to handle financial crisis</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081031/46824__caisse_de_depot_plans_cautious_investment_strategy_to_handle_financial_crisis_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canada's largest pension fund manager, the Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec, says it is following a more cautious investment strategy to cope with a squeeze on its returns because... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 19:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Weather plays havoc with riders at World Cup snowboarding event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081031/46820__weather_plays_havoc_with_riders_at_world_cup_snowboarding_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SAAS-FEE, Switzerland - Canadian riders struggled under heavy snowfall conditions Friday at a snowboard World Cup competition, as Crispin Lipscomb of Whistler, B.C., placed eighth in the men's... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 18:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ithaca Energy to sell portion of interests to Dyas U.K., shares almost double</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081031/46816__ithaca_energy_to_sell_portion_of_interests_to_dyas_u_k_shares_almost_double_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Shares of Ithaca Energy Inc. (TSXV:IAE) nearly doubled in Friday trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange after the company announced it will sell a portion of its oil and gas interests to... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 18:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Storm Cat Energy shares down 67 per cent after interest payment default</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081031/46814__storm_cat_energy_shares_down_67_per_cent_after_interest_payment_default_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Storm Cat Energy Corp. (TSX:SME) lost 60 per cent of its market value Friday after the company announced it had failed to make a required quarterly interest payment on some of its debt.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 18:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Second-seeded UBC Thunderbirds improve to 2-1 at CIS field hockey tournament</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081031/46798__second_seeded_ubc_thunderbirds_improve_to_2_1_at_cis_field_hockey_tournament_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VICTORIA, B.C. - The second-seeded UBC Thunderbirds improved to 2-1 in round-robin play at the Canadian university women's field hockey championship Friday.Elise Milosevich and Robyn Pendleton... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 17:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Caisse de depot says it plans cautious investment strategy to deal with crisis</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081031/46790__caisse_de_depot_says_it_plans_cautious_investment_strategy_to_deal_with_crisis_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canada's largest pension fund manager, the Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec, says it is following a more catious investment strategy to cope with a squeeze on its returns because... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 17:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canfor sees lots of red ink ahead after net loss balloons to $94.2 million in Q3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081031/46787__canfor_sees_lots_of_red_ink_ahead_after_net_loss_balloons_to_94_2_million_in_q3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Lumber giant Canfor Corp. (TSX:CFP) sees more red ink ahead as the U.S. housing market continues to slump and credit remains tight, but the Vancouver company says it's making... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 16:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec photographer wins $103,000 prize for picture of Chinese dust bowl</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/paris/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081031/46785__quebec_photographer_wins_103_000_prize_for_picture_of_chinese_dust_bowl_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PARIS - A Montreal photographer has won the inaugural Prix Pictet, which hails excellence in environmental photography.Benoit Aquin took home about C$103,000 after the ceremony Thursday night in... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 15:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Oct. 20-26</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081031/46783__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_oct_20_26_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Oct. 20-26: 1 "Grey's Anatomy" (CTV, Thursday) - 2,567,000 2 "C.S.I." (CTV, Thursday) - 2,341,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 15:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>2010 organizers report strong ticket demand; unveil phase two of purchase scheme</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081031/46778__2010_organizers_report_strong_ticket_demand_unveil_phase_two_of_purchase_scheme_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - The first phase of ticket sales for the 2010 Olympics ends Nov. 7 and Vancouver organizers say response has been much better than expected in these dark economic days.Dave Cobb,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Law & Order boss Rene Balcer to get honourary degree from Montreal university</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081031/46772__law_order_boss_rene_balcer_to_get_honourary_degree_from_montreal_university_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The executive producer of TV's "Law & Order" will receive an honourary degree next month from Concordia University in recognition of his success as a TV producer and writer.Rene Balcer,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fortis to raise up to $345 million in offering of common shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081202/46767__fortis_to_raise_up_to_345_million_in_offering_of_common_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) said Tuesday it has signed a deal to raise up to $345 million in an offering of shares that will be used in part to repay debt.The utility said it has... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 22:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>IGM Financial reports Q3 earnings of $198.7M, down from year-earlier $218.4M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081031/46766__igm_financial_reports_q3_earnings_of_198_7m_down_from_year_earlier_218_4m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) has reported a nine per cent decline in third-quarter profit as the operator of Investors Group and Mackenzie mutual funds endured a six per cent revenue... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 11:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fairfax Financial shares up 7.3 per cent after Q3 profit rises 84 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081031/46757__fairfax_financial_shares_up_7_3_per_cent_after_q3_profit_rises_84_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shares of Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH), a big property and casualty insurer and investor, rose more than seven per cent Friday after the company reported its third-quarter... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 10:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Heroux-Devtek quarterly profit rises to $4.1M; sales up 11 per cent to $77.3M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081031/46752__heroux_devtek_quarterly_profit_rises_to_4_1m_sales_up_11_per_cent_to_77_3m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONGUEUIL, Que. - Heroux-Devtek Inc. (TSX:HRX) reported Friday quarterly net profits of $4.1 million, up from $3.1 million a year earlier, as sales grew 10.9 per cent to $77.3 million from $68.9... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 10:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD Bank issues $1 billion of notes paying 9.5 and 10 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090115/46749__td_bank_issues_1_billion_of_notes_paying_9_5_and_10_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) is issuing $1 billion of long-term debt notes - maturing almost a century from now but redeemable after mid-2014 - to bulk up its Tier 1 capital.The bank... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Priszm CEO Jeff O'Neill leaving fast-food operator 'for personal reasons'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081031/46745__priszm_ceo_jeff_o_neill_leaving_fast_food_operator_for_personal_reasons__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jeff O'Neill has resigned as chief executive officer of the Priszm Income Fund (TSX:QSR.UN), operating 459 KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut restaurants in seven provinces.His departure,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 09:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Goldcorp hits record gold production in Q4, 2008 beat forecast</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/46741__goldcorp_hits_record_gold_production_in_q4_2008_beat_forecast_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Gold miner Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G) says its fourth-quarter gold production hit a record 692,000 ounces, driving 2008 production over the top of its previous forecast.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 09:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NorSask shutting down Meadow Lake, Sask., sawmill: 62 jobs cut</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081031/46733__norsask_shutting_down_meadow_lake_sask_sawmill_62_jobs_cut_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MEADOW LAKE, Sask. - NorSask Forest Products Ltd. has informed the United Steelworkers it is shutting down its sawmill in Meadow Lake and 62 workers will be laid off Dec. 19."Current economic... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 07:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Economy to get worse before it gets better, say top business leaders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081031/46732__economy_to_get_worse_before_it_gets_better_say_top_business_leaders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's economy will get worse before it gets better, say Canada's top business leaders.In an eight-page assessment for release on Friday morning, the Canadian Council of Chief... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 07:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Workers at Goldcorp Inc. mines near Timmins, Ont., ratify new contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081031/46731__workers_at_goldcorp_inc_mines_near_timmins_ont_ratify_new_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TIMMINS, Ont. - Workers at the Goldcorp Porcupine Gold Mines near Timmins, Ont., have ratified a new three-year contract.It will provide the 276 members of the United Steelworkers Union with a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081031/46726__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Having locked captain Daniel Alfredsson into a four-year contract extension earlier in the day, the Ottawa Senators were allowed to focus on something they've had difficulty doing this season:... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 05:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Thursday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081031/46722__nba_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It doesn't happen in Cleveland often, but The LeBron James Show was preempted by a strong Cavaliers effort Thursday night.James scored 22 points but was resting on the bench when Cleveland... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 01:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dion Phaneuf has goal and assist as surging Flames beat Bruins 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081031/46719__dion_phaneuf_has_goal_and_assist_as_surging_flames_beat_bruins_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - A second-period power-play bonanza helped the Calgary Flames continue their winning ways.Dion Phaneuf scored the tying goal then set up Mike Cammalleri's go-ahead goal as the Flames... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aleksandra Wozniak advances to second round of Bell Challenge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081030/46713__aleksandra_wozniak_advances_to_second_round_of_bell_challenge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Fifth seed and hometown favourite Aleksandra Wozniak of Blainville, Que., dispatched qualifier Carly Gullickson 6-3, 6-2 on Thursday to advance at the $175,000 Tier III Bell Challenge... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 22:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ARC Energy Trust reduces distribution by three cents to 12 cents</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090113/46707__arc_energy_trust_reduces_distribution_by_three_cents_to_12_cents_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - ARC Energy Trust (TSX:AET.UN) says it will decrease its cash distribution again, for the fourth time since the summer, due to weak crude prices.ARC will pay a cash distribution of 12... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Some of Canada's top indie rock bands launch holiday tour for charity</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081030/46705__some_of_canada_s_top_indie_rock_bands_launch_holiday_tour_for_charity_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Some of Canada's top indie rock bands are touring together this holiday season to raise money for charity.Metric, the Dears, Tokyo Police Club, Sebastien Grainger and the Mountains, and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 21:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec actor who played TV mobster charged with drug trafficking</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081030/46703__quebec_actor_who_played_tv_mobster_charged_with_drug_trafficking_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - An actor who played a mobster in a TV crime show has been charged with drug trafficking.Tony Conte, who appeared in the CBC drama "Omerta," also faces charges of conspiracy and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 21:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fairfax Financial raises annual dividend to US$8 per share from US$5</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090106/46697__fairfax_financial_raises_annual_dividend_to_us_8_per_share_from_us_5_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited (TSX:FFH) has continued its series of dividend increases, raising the annual payout to US$8 per share from $5.The dividend announced Tuesday represents... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 6 Jan 2009 09:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Canadian track and field veteran Bishop Dolegiewicz dead at 55</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081030/46694__former_canadian_track_and_field_veteran_bishop_dolegiewicz_dead_at_55_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Zbigniew (Bishop) Dolegiewicz, a former Canadian champion and three-time Olympian in track and field, had died. He was 55.Dolegiewicz died Wednesday in Lehi, Utah, Athletics Canada said... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 19:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bridgewater Systems third quarter net profits rise to $0.5 million from $0.3 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081030/46668__bridgewater_systems_third_quarter_net_profits_rise_to_0_5_million_from_0_3_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Bridgewater Systems (TSX:BWC), a maker of communications technology, reported its net profits for the third quarter rose to $483,409 or two cents a share from $250,125 or one cent last... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Great-West Lifeco Q3 profit down five per cent to $436M on financial market woe</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081030/46655__great_west_lifeco_q3_profit_down_five_per_cent_to_436m_on_financial_market_woe_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Great-West Lifeco Inc. (TSX:GWO) has reported a five per cent decline in third-quarter profit to $436 million, pulled down by $96 million in asset writedowns and a $19-million charge on... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 14:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada 13th of 17 countries in turning ideas into commercial products</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081030/46654__canada_13th_of_17_countries_in_turning_ideas_into_commercial_products_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada continues to underperform in the practice of putting good ideas into practical commercial practice that would help the country's economy, the Conference Board of Canada says.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 14:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Senators announce four-year contract extension for captain Daniel Alfredsson</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081030/46651__senators_announce_four_year_contract_extension_for_captain_daniel_alfredsson_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SUNRISE, Fla. - The Senators have re-signed captain Daniel Alfredsson to a new four-year contract, essentially ensuring the 35-year-old Swede will finish his career in Ottawa.The team made the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shell scales back Athabasca oilsands development because of rising costs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081030/46650__shell_scales_back_athabasca_oilsands_development_because_of_rising_costs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AMSTERDAM, Netherlands - Royal Dutch Shell PLC, Europe's largest oil company, is delaying a planned expansion of its major oilsands project in northern Alberta, joining many other oilsands... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fraser Papers to shutdown Thurso Pulp Mill for three weeks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081124/46646__fraser_papers_to_shutdown_thurso_pulp_mill_for_three_weeks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fraser Papers Inc. (TSX:FPS) said Monday that it will shutdown its hardwood kraft pulp mill in Thurso, Que., for three weeks.The number of jobs affected was not immediately known.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 17:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stantec reports Q3 loss of $30 million as revenues increase to $289.2 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081030/46643__stantec_reports_q3_loss_of_30_million_as_revenues_increase_to_289_2_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Stantec Inc. (TSX:STN) posted a $30-million net loss in the third quarter on impairment charges, while revenues moved higher.The engineering firm said the loss was worth 66 cents per... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 11:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;The Fame&quot; by Lady GaGa tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090115/46642__hmv_canada_quot_the_fame_quot_by_lady_gaga_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending Jan. 14.CDs1 The Fame - Lady GaGa2 Freedom - Akon 3 808s and Heartbreak - Kanye West4 Only by... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 11:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sprott Inc. Q3 profit edges up to $3.7M despite 'unprecedented' market declines</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081030/46616__sprott_inc_q3_profit_edges_up_to_3_7m_despite_unprecedented_market_declines_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sprott Inc. (TSX:SII) has booked third-quarter earnings of $3.7 million, up from $3.5 million a year earlier, despite financial-market turmoil that cut its assets under management by 27... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 07:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ben Mulroney to wed fashion designer fiancee Thursday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081030/46605__ben_mulroney_to_wed_fashion_designer_fiancee_thursday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A majestic church in the heart of Montreal will the scene of Thursday's wedding of TV personality Ben Mulroney to a local fashion designer.Mulroney, the son of former prime minister... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081030/46602__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Ron Wilson decided to give Vesa Toskala a chance to dig himself out of a hole. It turned out to be the right move.Niklas Hagman scored in a shootout and Toskala made his goal stand as the Toronto... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 02:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081030/46601__nba_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The new-look Toronto Raptors put an off-season of high expectations behind them and delivered a season-opening performance that lived up to the hype.Chris Bosh had 27 points and 11 rebounds while... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 02:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cailie O'Hara wins second straight CIS field hockey player of the year honour</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081029/46588__cailie_o_hara_wins_second_straight_cis_field_hockey_player_of_the_year_honour_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Cailie O'Hara is the top player in Canadian Interuniversity Sport women's field hockey for the second straight season.The native of Oakville, Ont., a fifth-year student at the University of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 22:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MDA says Q3 net earnings tumble to $242,000 from $23.5M last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081029/46585__mda_says_q3_net_earnings_tumble_to_242_000_from_23_5m_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (TSX: MDA) said profit tumbled to $272,000 in the third quarter after it took a multimillion charge on equity hedge contracts and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 22:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Oil Sands Trust Q3 profit up 67 per cent; cuts distribution 40 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081029/46579__canadian_oil_sands_trust_q3_profit_up_67_per_cent_cuts_distribution_40_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Oil Sands Trust (TSX:COS.UN) said record oil prices helped third-quarter profit climb 67 per cent, but that it is cutting its quarterly dividend by 40 per cent "in response to... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 20:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alberta young worker safety videos don't address training, supervision: unions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081029/46560__alberta_young_worker_safety_videos_don_t_address_training_supervision_unions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - A labour group is giving Alberta's gory video campaign aimed at reducing injuries among young workers the thumbs down.The $850,000 government campaign features six graphic videos of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 20:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Indigo second quarter profits fall to $3.2 million from $3.3 million as revenues drop slightly</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081029/46555__indigo_second_quarter_profits_fall_to_3_2_million_from_3_3_million_as_revenues_drop_slightly_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX:IDG), Canada's largest book store chain, reported slightly lower net profits for the second quarter as revenues fell slightly and the company paid higher... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 17:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CRTC decision could expand TV choice and cost for Canadians</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081029/46549__crtc_decision_could_expand_tv_choice_and_cost_for_canadians_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The CRTC is expected to make significant changes to how much it costs Canadians to watch television when it hands down its much-awaited review of the industry on Thursday.The federal... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brookfield Properties Q3 profit boosted to US$174M by Toronto tower sale</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/finance/business/20081029/46512__brookfield_properties_q3_profit_boosted_to_us_174m_by_toronto_tower_sale_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Brookfield Properties Corp. (TSX:BPO) has reported third-quarter net income of US$174 million, up from $3 million a year earlier largely because of a $127-million net gain on the sale of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former drummer, co-manager for Jeff Healey Band defends compilation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081103/46508__former_drummer_co_manager_for_jeff_healey_band_defends_compilation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jeff Healey's widow wants his fans to ignore a new "unauthorized" DVD and two-CD compilation set but his former drummer Tom Stephen said Monday that the material deserves to be released.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 3 Nov 2008 16:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Film based on books about noxious New Brunswick dog to star the Jonas Brothers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081029/46506__film_based_on_books_about_noxious_new_brunswick_dog_to_star_the_jonas_brothers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FREDERICTON - Walter the Farting Dog is about to explode onto the big screen.The malodorous mutt is the main character in a series of cheeky children's books co-authored by New Brunswick's Glenn... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Polaris Music Prize gala to be televised, features indie stars</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081029/46505__polaris_music_prize_gala_to_be_televised_features_indie_stars_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Last month's Polaris Music Prize gala, featuring indie stars Plants and Animals, Shad, Kathleen Edwards and Caribou - who won this year's award - is coming to TV.All 10 of the nominees... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Loonie soars as U.S. greenback falls and crude oil prices surge.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081030/46488__loonie_soars_as_u_s_greenback_falls_and_crude_oil_prices_surge__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian dollar continued its revival today, though its upward momentum slackened as the day went on and there are indications its strength may not last.The currency opened with a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 14:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>65 per cent of active fund managers beat TSX index in Q3, led by value investors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081029/46476__65_per_cent_of_active_fund_managers_beat_tsx_index_in_q3_led_by_value_investors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sixty-five per cent of active Canadian equity fund managers beat the S&P/TSX composite index in the turbulent July-September quarter, according to a survey by Russell Investments.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 09:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>German Merck unit investing in Theratechnologies, buys U.S. rights for fat drug</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081029/46468__german_merck_unit_investing_in_theratechnologies_buys_u_s_rights_for_fat_drug_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Theratechnologies Inc. (TSX:TH) has struck a deal with EMD Serono Inc., an affiliate of Merck KGaA of Germany, to license and commercialize the Montreal company's tesamorelin drug in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 09:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Number of EI recipients stable in August</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081029/46465__number_of_ei_recipients_stable_in_august_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - In August, 487,500 Canadians received regular Employment Insurance benefits, virtually unchanged from July.Regular benefit payments increased 2.7 per cent to $729.8 million. The number of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Average weekly earnings rise slightly in August</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081029/46464__average_weekly_earnings_rise_slightly_in_august_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The average weekly earnings of employees increased 0.2 per cent from July to $792.56 in August.Statistics Canada reports average weekly earnings were up 2.8 per cent over August 2007.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 08:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nexen plans $2.6 billion capex in 2009; production to grow 10 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081210/46462__nexen_plans_2_6_billion_capex_in_2009_production_to_grow_10_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Nexen Inc. (TSX:NXY) is cutting capital spending on oil and gas projects by about 15 per cent to $2.6 billion next year but the major energy company plans to boost production by about 10... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 10:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081029/46451__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - With goals from role players like Curtis Glencross and goaltender Miikka Kiprusoff looking like his old self, the Calgary Flames are finally playing like contenders in the NHL's Western... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 06:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081029/46450__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With their latest championship banner raised, the Boston Celtics quickly regained their focus and started their title defence with a bang.NBA finals MVP Paul Pierce scored 27 points and the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 06:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thomas records second straight shutout, Bruins top Canucks 1-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081029/46449__thomas_records_second_straight_shutout_bruins_top_canucks_1_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Unorthodox style and all, Tim Thomas is proving very tough to beat.The Boston goaltender recorded his second shutout in two nights as the Bruins blanked the Canucks 1-0 during a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 06:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Harrison scores OT winner as Prince Albert tops Calgary 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081029/46446__harrison_scores_ot_winner_as_prince_albert_tops_calgary_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Ryan Harrison scored 1:28 into overtime to lead the Prince Albert Raiders to a 3-2 win over the Calgary Hitmen in WHL action Tuesday.Justin Bernhardt and Brandon Herrod added goals for... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 02:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kellan Tochkin scores shootout winner as Silvertips beat Americans</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081029/46445__kellan_tochkin_scores_shootout_winner_as_silvertips_beat_americans_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EVERETT, Wash. - Daniel Bartek scored the tying goal late in regulation, then Kellan Tochkin scored the only goal during the shootout as the Everett Silvertips defeated the Tri-City Americans 7-6... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 02:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Broncos move within point of Saskatoon in East Division with win over Blades</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081029/46444__broncos_move_within_point_of_saskatoon_in_east_division_with_win_over_blades_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Taylor Vause scored and added an assist Tuesday as the Swift Current Broncos moved one point behind Saskatoon in the Western Hockey League's East Division with a 4-1 win over the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 02:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kiprusoff stops 22 shots, Flames beat Avalanche for win fourth in a row</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081029/46442__kiprusoff_stops_22_shots_flames_beat_avalanche_for_win_fourth_in_a_row_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Three nights ago, Brandon Prust's first NHL goal powered the Calgary Flames to victory. On Tuesday night, it was Curtis Glencross's turn.Glencross's first goal in a Flames jersey broke a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 06:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thoms records second straight shutout, Bruins top Canucks 1-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081029/46441__thoms_records_second_straight_shutout_bruins_top_canucks_1_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Boston goaltender Tim Thomas recorded his second shutout in as many nights as the Bruins blanked the Vancouver Canucks 1-0 on Tuesday.Michael Ryder was Boston's lone scorer as... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 01:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Koivu scores shootout winner as Canadiens beat Hurricanes 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081029/46434__koivu_scores_shootout_winner_as_canadiens_beat_hurricanes_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Montreal Canadiens feel they're nowhere near as sharp as they could be, yet they continue piling up wins.Saku Koivu scored the lone goal in the shootout as the Canadiens finally... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 00:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bell Aliant reports Q3 revenue of $815M and long-term agreement with Bell Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081029/46424__bell_aliant_reports_q3_revenue_of_815m_and_long_term_agreement_with_bell_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - The incoming chief executive of Bell Aliant (TSX:BA.UN) says its units are being undervalued by the market, considering its strong position as one of the largest telecom providers... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jeff Healey Blues Band up for a leading seven Maple Blues Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081028/46416__jeff_healey_blues_band_up_for_a_leading_seven_maple_blues_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Late guitar great Jeff Healey and one of his musical groups lead the list of nominees for the 2009 Maple Blues Awards.Members of the Jeff Healey Blues Band are collectively up for seven... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 18:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sierra Wireless says Q3 profit drops to US$7.3M; misses guidance</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081028/46414__sierra_wireless_says_q3_profit_drops_to_us_7_3m_misses_guidance_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Sierra Wireless Inc. (TSX: SW) says third-quarter revenue grew 23 per cent but was below its projections after it missed a product launch opportunity with a large wireless... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 22:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>N.L.'s Rutter Inc. awarded contract for U.S. military vehicles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081028/46406__n_l_s_rutter_inc_awarded_contract_for_u_s_military_vehicles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - St. John's, N.L.-based Rutter Technologies Inc. has been awarded a contract by General Dynamics Land Systems to assemble parts used in U.S. military vehicles.A subsidiary of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's housing mirrors troubled U.S. market with two year delay: economist</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081028/46401__canada_s_housing_mirrors_troubled_u_s_market_with_two_year_delay_economist_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's housing market is following the same troubled path that eventually led the United States market into a major downturn, suggests Merrill Lynch economist David Wolf in a new... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sarah McLachlan to kick off Olympic one-year countdown concert in February</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081028/46389__sarah_mclachlan_to_kick_off_olympic_one_year_countdown_concert_in_february_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canadian songstress Sarah McLachlan will headline a kick-off concert for the one-year countdown party for the 2010 Winter Olympics.The show will be part of the 2009 Cultural... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>U.S. Steel idling three U.S. plants, focusing production at other facilities</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081203/46384__u_s_steel_idling_three_u_s_plants_focusing_production_at_other_facilities_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PITTSBURGH - United States Steel Corp. (NYSE:X) is "temporarily" idling three U.S. plants, affecting 3,500 workers, due to "market conditions and their impact on customers' orders."U.S. Steel... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 11:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario watching GM request for $10 billion US bailout to buy Chrysler: Duncan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081028/46370__ontario_watching_gm_request_for_10_billion_us_bailout_to_buy_chrysler_duncan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ontario is keeping a close watch on an apparent request by General Motors for a $10-billion rescue package from the U.S. government to aid in its purchase of Chrysler.Finance Minister... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wescast Q3 loss $9.8M as sales slump 23 per cent, choked by Detroit Three woe</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081028/46369__wescast_q3_loss_9_8m_as_sales_slump_23_per_cent_choked_by_detroit_three_woe_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRANTFORD, Ont. - Wescast Industries Inc. (TSX:WCS.A) suffered a third-quarter net loss of $9.8 million as sales declined 23 per cent from a year earlier to $69.9 million.The 1,900-employee... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Total Telcom earns net profit of $312,198 in fiscal 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081028/46368__total_telcom_earns_net_profit_of_312_198_in_fiscal_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KELOWNA, B.C. - Total Telecom Inc. (TSXV:TTZ), a small western Canadian-based telecom services operator, says it earned net profits of $312,198 for fiscal 2008, reversing a loss last year.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ranaz postpones warehouse deal, expands U.S. production at BarTech plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081028/46367__ranaz_postpones_warehouse_deal_expands_u_s_production_at_bartech_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Ranaz Corp. (TSXV:RNZ), a Montreal company that produces protein and dietary supplements, says it has postponed a deal to acquire a building in Michigan it planned to use as a U.S.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video Top 10 game rentals list per platform</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090113/46362__blockbuster_video_top_10_game_rentals_list_per_platform_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Jan. 11.Playstation 31 Call of Duty: World at War2 Resistance 23 Fallout 34 Prince of Persia... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 11:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video: &quot;Pineapple Express&quot; tops DVD rentals and sales lists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090113/46361__blockbuster_video_quot_pineapple_express_quot_tops_dvd_rentals_and_sales_lists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Jan. 11.DVD RENTALS1 Pineapple Express2 Righteous Kill3 Bangkok Dangerous4 Eagle Eye5 Babylon A.D.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 11:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CD releases for the week of Jan. 13</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090113/46357__cd_releases_for_the_week_of_jan_13_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here's a list of some new CD releases for the week of Jan. 13: The Derek Trucks Band - "Already Free"Heather Headley - "Audience of One"Arve Henriksen - "Cartography"Syleena Johnson - "Chapter... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 13:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arawak's weakened stock gets boost from possible takeover offer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081028/46356__arawak_s_weakened_stock_gets_boost_from_possible_takeover_offer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Arawak Energy's weakened stock (TSX:AAK) got a breath of new life Tuesday, after a major shareholder in the international oil and gas company indicated it's preparing to make a takeover... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arctic Glacier unitholders file class-action suit against ice supplier</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/finance/business/20081028/46348__arctic_glacier_unitholders_file_class_action_suit_against_ice_supplier_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON, Ont. - An investors' class-action suit has been filed in Ontario against Arctic Glacier Income Fund (TSX:AG.UN) on behalf of investors who acquired the fund's units between March 22, 2002... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Inmet profit falls 35 per cent on lower metals prices, currency losses</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081028/46334__inmet_profit_falls_35_per_cent_on_lower_metals_prices_currency_losses_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Inmet Mining Corp. (TSX:IMN) says its third-quarter net income fell to $75 million, down 35 per cent from a year earlier, as the company suffered from lower zinc and copper prices, higher... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 11:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fishery firm Clearwater secures debt refinancing plan with creditors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081209/46333__fishery_firm_clearwater_secures_debt_refinancing_plan_with_creditors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Seafood company Clearwater Seafoods LP (TSX:CLR.UN) has won an extension on a major debt refinancing it says will help it overcome its short-term challenges.The Halifax-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Dec 2008 12:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Defensive end Wake named Lions' top defensive player, outstanding player nominee</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081028/46326__defensive_end_wake_named_lions_top_defensive_player_outstanding_player_nominee_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Sacks leader Cameron Wake of the B.C. Lions has been nominated for outstanding player and top defensive player in the first round of voting for the CFL's individual awards.The defensive end, who... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada makes history with win at FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081028/46324__canada_makes_history_with_win_at_fifa_u_17_women_s_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AUCKLAND, New Zealand - Canada opened the first ever FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup with a 1-0 win over host New Zealand on Tuesday thanks to a 53rd-minute goal by Montreal midfielder Rachel Lamarre.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Epcor Power L.P. loses $153 million in Q3 after natural gas related charge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081028/46323__epcor_power_l_p_loses_153_million_in_q3_after_natural_gas_related_charge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Epcor Power LP lost $153 million in the third quarter as the electricity distributor took charges on its books to reflect the lower value of its natural gas contracts and the impact of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atco Ltd. earns profit of $52.3 million in third quarter, up from $50.1 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081028/46319__atco_ltd_earns_profit_of_52_3_million_in_third_quarter_up_from_50_1_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Atco Ltd. (TSX:ACO.X), a diversified company with energy, transport and manufacturing businesses, reported slightly higher net profits on rising revenues for the latest quarter.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xbox 360's &quot;Call of Duty: World at War&quot; tops the Rogers Video game rental list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090113/46315__xbox_360_s_quot_call_of_duty_world_at_war_quot_tops_the_rogers_video_game_rental_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals (all platforms) according to Rogers Video for the period ending Jan. 11.1 Call of Duty: World at War (Xbox 360) 2 Gears of War 2 (Xbox 360)3 Fallout 3... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Video: &quot;Pineapple Express&quot; top both rentals and sales lists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090113/46314__rogers_video_quot_pineapple_express_quot_top_both_rentals_and_sales_lists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Rogers Video for the period ending Jan. 11.DVD RENTALS1 Pineapple Express2 Righteous Kill3 Eagle Eye4 Bangkok Dangerous5 Babylon A.D.6 Burn After... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 films in Canada from Jan. 9-11</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090113/46312__top_10_films_in_canada_from_jan_9_11_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Top 10 films in Canada for the weekend of Jan. 9-11 ranked by box office receipts:1. "Bride Wars" - $1,773,028 2. "Gran Torino" - $1,725,978 3. "The Unborn" - $1,184,220 4. "The Curious Case of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian banks face downgrade on future challenges: analyst</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081028/46310__canadian_banks_face_downgrade_on_future_challenges_analyst_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's big banks are facing further discouraging results, according to industry analysts who are slashing their ratings in the sector on lower confidence.John Aiken of Dundee... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Pacific to review pricing for grain hoppers in light of court decision</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081125/46308__canadian_pacific_to_review_pricing_for_grain_hoppers_in_light_of_court_decision_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd. (TSX:CP) says it will review its products and pricing after losing an appeal of a February regulatory decision on the company's grain hopper car maintenance... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 16:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SGI, Saskatchewan's Crown-owned insurance company, has a new acting president</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081028/46302__sgi_saskatchewan_s_crown_owned_insurance_company_has_a_new_acting_president_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - SGI, Saskatchewan's Crown-owned insurance company, has a new acting president.Earl Cameron, a 35-year veteran at SGI, was appointed by the board of directors to the post. Cameron replaces... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 06:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081028/46291__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The stingy Buffalo Sabres once again turned into generous hosts against the Ottawa Senators.Jason Spezza had two goals and an assist, and Alex Auld made 25 saves in Ottawa's 5-2 victory over the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 06:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wideman scores overtime winner as Bruins beat reeling Oilers 1-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081028/46282__wideman_scores_overtime_winner_as_bruins_beat_reeling_oilers_1_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Oilers have come crashing back to reality after a fast start, and now Craig MacTavish finds his club starting its longest road trip of the season on a four-game winless... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 06:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Caldwell Partners eliminating two-class share structure in lawsuit settlement</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/46277__caldwell_partners_eliminating_two_class_share_structure_in_lawsuit_settlement_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Executive search firm Caldwell Partners International Inc. (TSX:CWL.A) is ending its two-class share structure as part of a settlement of litigation brought by three institutional... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canfor Pulp reports profit of $11M for its partnership; curbs production</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081027/46269__canfor_pulp_reports_profit_of_11m_for_its_partnership_curbs_production_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Canfor Pulp Income Fund (TSX:CFX.UN) said profit at its partnership slipped by about two thirds in the third quarter and that it will curb production as a result of reduced demand... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 20:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bell Aliant names Karen Sheriff as new president and CEO</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081027/46265__bell_aliant_names_karen_sheriff_as_new_president_and_ceo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - Bell Aliant Regional Communications Income Fund (TSX: BA.UN) has named Karen Sheriff as its new president and chief executive, effective Nov. 3.Sheriff, who is the fund's chief... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 20:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>U.S. district court judge bars Black from corporate positions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081027/46264__u_s_district_court_judge_bars_black_from_corporate_positions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHICAGO - Conrad Black, the Canadian-born businessman who built a global media empire and then lost it after shareholders accused him of funnelling corporate funds his own pockets, has been barred... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 19:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian International Council presents Globalist award to Chinese official</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/headlines/world/20081027/46262__canadian_international_council_presents_globalist_award_to_chinese_official_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian International Council is recognizing a prominent Chinese public official, Cheng Ziwei, with its Globalist of the Year Award.The award is given to individuals whose work... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 19:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alpha Trading Systems to launch in early November with 10 names</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081027/46260__alpha_trading_systems_to_launch_in_early_november_with_10_names_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Alpha Trading Systems, an alternative platform that plans to compete with the Toronto Stock Exchange, has announced a revised launch date of Nov. 7.Alpha said it will start with 10... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 19:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Molson brewery site in Edmonton to be redeveloped</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081027/46220__former_molson_brewery_site_in_edmonton_to_be_redeveloped_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A former brewery site in Edmonton may be redeveloped into a mixed-use neighbourhood with housing, retail, restaurant and office properties by Anthem Properties in collaboration with... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ticats remove interim tag from coach Marcel Bellefeuille's title</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081027/46216__ticats_remove_interim_tag_from_coach_marcel_bellefeuille_s_title_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON - The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are permanently handing the reins to Marcel Bellefeuille.The team removed the interim tag from the head coach's title, handing him the job on a full-time basis... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Liberty Mines appoints committee to ponder putting self up for sale</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081111/46209__liberty_mines_appoints_committee_to_ponder_putting_self_up_for_sale_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Liberty Mines Inc. (TSX:LBE) announced Tuesday that it has struck a special committee to explore its options, including the possible sale of company.The Edmonton-based junior mining... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 12:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Noront CEO Nemis becomes 'chairman emeritus for life' in Rosseau deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081027/46193__noront_ceo_nemis_becomes_chairman_emeritus_for_life_in_rosseau_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Noront Resources Ltd. (TSXV:NOT), under pressure from Rosseau Asset Management Ltd., has agreed to a board shakeup.In the agreement outlined Monday, chief executive officer Richard Nemis... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 07:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Unseeded Canadian Ranieri wins Pepsi Niagara Open squash title</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081026/46167__unseeded_canadian_ranieri_wins_pepsi_niagara_open_squash_title_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ont. - Unseeded Miranda Ranieri of Waterloo, Ont., completed a remarkable run at the Pepsi Niagara Open women's squash tournament, defeating fifth-seed Leoni Holt of England on... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 20:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jonathan Asselin wins final tournament of the season at Spruce Meadows</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081026/46164__jonathan_asselin_wins_final_tournament_of_the_season_at_spruce_meadows_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Jonathan Asselin beat fellow Calgary natives Taylor Bland and Susan Anderson to win the Rogers Sugar Cup on Sunday at Spruce Meadows.Asselin finished the course in 29.496 seconds for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 19:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First Calgary Petroleums Ltd. widens net loss to US$6.7 million from $1.7 million in third quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081029/46109__first_calgary_petroleums_ltd_widens_net_loss_to_us_6_7_million_from_1_7_million_in_third_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - First Calgary Petroleums Ltd. (TSX:FCP), a Calgary-based natural gas developer with a major project in Algeria, got shareholder approval Wednesday for the company's sale to an Italian... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081026/46104__saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A return home was just what the Vancouver Canucks needed to revive their struggling power play.Coming off three straight road losses, the Canucks returned to GM Place for only their second home... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 06:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Raymond and Hansen score two goals apiece as Canucks double Oilers 6-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081026/46101__raymond_and_hansen_score_two_goals_apiece_as_canucks_double_oilers_6_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Mason Raymond and Jannik Hansen scored two goals apiece as the Vancouver Canucks beat the Edmonton Oilers 6-3 Saturday night.Kyle Wellwood and Jason Krog also scored for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 01:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jones, Williams return interceptions for TDs as 'Riders rout Eskimos 55-9</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081026/46095__jones_williams_return_interceptions_for_tds_as_riders_rout_eskimos_55_9_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - No starting quarterback, no problem.Using their third starting quarterback in as many weeks, the Saskatchewan Roughriders' defence returned two first-half interceptions for touchdowns in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 00:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Giguere, Getzlaf lead the way as Ducks hand Has first regulation loss, 6-4</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081025/46093__giguere_getzlaf_lead_the_way_as_ducks_hand_has_first_regulation_loss_6_4_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Jean-Sebastien Giguere's 47 saves in front of family and friends in his hometown was the main reason his Anaheim Ducks won Saturday night, but the goalie saw a breakout performance by... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 23:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NBA roundup: Tuesday's action on the boards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081203/46092__nba_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_boards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Jermaine O'Neal's first game back from a sprained ankle couldn't have gone any worse, and the veteran Toronto Raptors centre didn't even try to hide his disgust.Chauncey Billups had 24 points and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Dec 2008 01:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hamelin brothers win first Canadian medals at World Cup event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081025/46083__hamelin_brothers_win_first_canadian_medals_at_world_cup_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Speed-skating brothers Charles and Francois Hamelin of Ste-Julie, Que., put Canada on the medal board at a World Cup event Saturday.Charles Hamelin won gold in the men's... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 23:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ottawa downs Guelph 42-37 as Gee-Gees head to OUA semifinal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081025/46076__ottawa_downs_guelph_42_37_as_gee_gees_head_to_oua_semifinal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Third-year running back Davie Mason rushed for a record 327 yards Saturday as the Ottawa Gee-Gees defeated the Guelph Gryphons 42-37 to advance to the OUA semifinal for the fourth time in five... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 20:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Robin Clarke advances to final at the GoodLife Open squash</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081025/46068__canada_s_robin_clarke_advances_to_final_at_the_goodlife_open_squash_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Robin Clarke of Ottawa advanced to his fourth career professional final on Saturday with a convincing victory over Jason DeLierre of Montreal in one of two semifinals at the GoodLife Open... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 17:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Five-way tie for first place declared at Spruce Meadows event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081025/46011__five_way_tie_for_first_place_declared_at_spruce_meadows_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - A five-way tie was declared after five rounds of competition in the $15,000 Beaver Drilling Puissance, Friday's feature event at Spruce Meadows.Florian Meyer Zu Hartum of Germany, Joh... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 01:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kulick out-bowls Johnson to win gold at Pan American Women's Championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081025/46009__kulick_out_bowls_johnson_to_win_gold_at_pan_american_women_s_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SANTIAGO, Chile - Kelly Kulick beat teammate Liz Johnson for the gold medal in an all-American bowling match at the Pan American Women's Championships on Friday.Kulick overcame Sandra Gongora of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 00:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Six Canadians qualify for 500-metre quarters at short-track World Cup event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081025/46008__six_canadians_qualify_for_500_metre_quarters_at_short_track_world_cup_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Six Canadian short-track speed skaters qualified for the 500-metre quarter-finals at a World Cup event Friday at the Pacific Coliseum.On the men's side, Francois-Louis Tremblay... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 00:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stampeders secure first place in the West with 28-17 win over Tiger-Cats</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081025/46004__stampeders_secure_first_place_in_the_west_with_28_17_win_over_tiger_cats_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON - The cheers that could be heard through the closed doors of the Calgary Stampeders dressing room told the tale of a team that had just secured itself a berth in the CFL's West Division... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 00:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Robin Clarke among three Canadians headed to semis of GoodLife Open</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081024/46001__robin_clarke_among_three_canadians_headed_to_semis_of_goodlife_open_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Cheered on by a hometown crowd, Robin Clarke of Ottawa continued his impressive run at the 2008 GoodLife Open squash tournament Friday with a straight-games quarter-final victory over T.G.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 22:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's squash teams advance to semifinals at Junior Pan Am championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081024/46000__canada_s_squash_teams_advance_to_semifinals_at_junior_pan_am_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LIMA, Peru - Canada took two steps forward Friday at the Junior Pan American squash championships as both the men's and women's team advanced to the semifinals.In the men's team quarter-final,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 22:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ducks withstand Senators comeback bid, hang on for 4-3 win</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081024/45999__ducks_withstand_senators_comeback_bid_hang_on_for_4_3_win_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The way things are going right now for the Ottawa Senators, they could use a few breaks like the one the Anaheim Ducks got Friday night.Despite a frantic third period in which the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 23:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Maude-Helene Benoit eliminated in the third round at junior judo</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081024/45990__maude_helene_benoit_eliminated_in_the_third_round_at_junior_judo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BANGKOK, Thailand - Maude-Helene Benoit of Quebec City was eliminated in the third round in women's 63 kilos on Friday at the world junior judo championships.She had a bye in the first round,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 19:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kitchener to host 2009 Skate Canada International</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081024/45989__kitchener_to_host_2009_skate_canada_international_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KITCHENER, Ont. - Skate Canada announced Friday that Kitchener, Ont., will be the host city for the 2009 HomeSense Skate Canada International.The event will be held Nov. 19-22, 2009 at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 19:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Most actively traded companies on Canadian stock markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20090115/45987__most_actively_traded_companies_on_canadian_stock_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Some of the most active companies traded Thursday on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the TSX Venture Exchange:Toronto Stock Exchange (8,879.61 up 191.25 points): Nortel Networks Corp.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 17:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PowerComm withdraws takeover offer for Unified Valve after due diligence</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081024/45980__powercomm_withdraws_takeover_offer_for_unified_valve_after_due_diligence_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - PowerComm Inc. (PCG:TSX) said Friday it was cancelling its planned takeover of Unified Valve Ltd. after completing its due diligence."Although our strategic plan is for continued growth... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 18:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mutual fund company AIC chops 53 jobs to cut costs in tough times</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081024/45970__mutual_fund_company_aic_chops_53_jobs_to_cut_costs_in_tough_times_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Mutual fund company AIC Ltd., buffeted heavily by the worldwide financial crisis, has trimmed its work force by 20 per cent to keep costs down and better position itself in a tough... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 17:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Noveko reports Q4 loss of $7.6 million, more than triple a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081024/45958__noveko_reports_q4_loss_of_7_6_million_more_than_triple_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Noveko International Inc. (TSXV:EKO) said Friday it lost $7.6 million in its fourth quarter due to sharply higher costs.The company said the loss amounted to 13 cents per share for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 16:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former governor of Kandahar province lands Afghan cabinet post</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081024/45951__former_governor_of_kandahar_province_lands_afghan_cabinet_post_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The former governor of Kandahar province, whose ouster was delayed in April when a Canadian cabinet minister publicly called for his dismissal, has landed a junior cabinet post in the Afghan... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 15:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Halifax Pop Explosion adds more diversity, embraces Wu-Tang Clan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081024/45950__halifax_pop_explosion_adds_more_diversity_embraces_wu_tang_clan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX, N.S. - The Halifax Pop Explosion was founded 15 years ago with a mission to expose East Coast rock to a larger audience, and helped build buzz for bands like Eric's Trip, Sloan and Thrush... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 15:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Oct. 13-19</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081024/45941__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_oct_13_19_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Oct. 13-19: 1 "Grey's Anatomy" (CTV, Thursday) - 2,563,000 2 "C.S.I." (CTV, Thursday) - 2,291,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 14:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Tales of Beedle the Bard&quot; by J.K. Rowling tops Amazon.ca books list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081106/45912___quot_the_tales_of_beedle_the_bard_quot_by_j_k_rowling_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the 10 best selling fiction and non-fiction books for this week from Amazon.ca. Bracketed figures indicate position the previous week: FICTION1 (1) The Tales of Beedle the Bard - J.K.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 6 Nov 2008 09:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Over a million people worked in skilled trades last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081024/45904__over_a_million_people_worked_in_skilled_trades_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - More than a million Canadians worked in skilled trades in 2007, where employment growth has been a steady 2.2 per cent annually since the recession of the early 1990s.Statistics Canada... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 08:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Norbord shares down 40 per cent after forestry company suspends dividend</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081111/45902__norbord_shares_down_40_per_cent_after_forestry_company_suspends_dividend_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Norbord Inc. (TSX:NBD) stock lost close to half its value Tuesday after the building panels maker announced it will suspend its 10-cent a share quarterly dividend.Norbord shares dropped... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada draws 1-1 with U.S. in exhibition women's U20 soccer match</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081024/45892__canada_draws_1_1_with_u_s_in_exhibition_women_s_u20_soccer_match_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PORTLAND, Ore. - Jonelle Filigno the opening goal in the first half and Canada's under-20 women's soccer team held on for a 1-1 draw with rival United States in an exhibition match Thursday.Coach... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 06:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Man charged in attack on Oasis member Noel Gallagher back in court Nov. 25</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081024/45874__man_charged_in_attack_on_oasis_member_noel_gallagher_back_in_court_nov_25_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The case of a man charged with attacking Oasis guitarist Noel Gallagher at a Toronto festival is due back in court next month.A man ran onto the stage during a performance at the Virgin... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 15:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Key 2010 Olympics company in B.C. refinances just ahead of deadline</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081024/45872__key_2010_olympics_company_in_b_c_refinances_just_ahead_of_deadline_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - A company that will play a key role in the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games ended rampant speculation about its financial well-being Thursday by completing a deal to refinance a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 02:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Key 2010 Olympics company in B.C. refinances just ahead of deadline</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081024/45871__key_2010_olympics_company_in_b_c_refinances_just_ahead_of_deadline_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - A company that will play a key role in the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games ended rampant speculation about its financial well-being Thursday by completing a deal to refinance a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 02:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thursday's action on the ice Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081024/45870__thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ With the Dallas Stars coming off a humiliating loss to the New Jersey Devils, Mike Ribeiro reunited with his linemates came up with a huge performance.Ribeiro had a goal and a career-high five... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 01:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>The oilsands cut back: Suncor trims spending, Fort Hills upgrader may be on hold</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081023/45829__the_oilsands_cut_back_suncor_trims_spending_fort_hills_upgrader_may_be_on_hold_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Major Canadian oilsands players are scaling back energy projects and cutting spending as they cope with falling crude prices, volatile stock markets and tight credit markets that make it... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 16:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Women's hockey star Kim St-Pierre tends goal at Canadiens practice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081023/45822__women_s_hockey_star_kim_st_pierre_tends_goal_at_canadiens_practice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Goaltending coach Roland Melanson had a surprise for the Montreal Canadiens at practice on Thursday - a two-time Olympic gold medallist filling in for sick goalie Carey Price.That... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 19:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Afghan activist says Cda should spread development funding across country</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081023/45821__afghan_activist_says_cda_should_spread_development_funding_across_country_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Afghanistan's leading human rights advocate says Canada is doing a disservice to her country by spending the bulk of its development funds in Kandahar.Sima Samar, chairwoman of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 15:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian ice dancers Virtue and Moir withdraw from Skate Canada meet</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081023/45812__canadian_ice_dancers_virtue_and_moir_withdraw_from_skate_canada_meet_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian ice dance champions Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir withdrew from next week's HomeSense Skate Canada International on Thursday due to injury.Virtue, a 19-year-old from London, Ont.,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 12:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Filmmaker Deepa Mehta adds hospital, bookstore, university to publicity blitz</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081023/45811__filmmaker_deepa_mehta_adds_hospital_bookstore_university_to_publicity_blitz_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Acclaimed filmmaker Deepa Mehta wants to get people talking about the issue of domestic violence.The Oscar-nominated director has scheduled a series of Q&As at various Toronto locations... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 12:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>St. Lawrence Seaway workers approve new three-year contracts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081023/45804__st_lawrence_seaway_workers_approve_new_three_year_contracts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. CATHARINES, Ont. - Three tentative agreements covering St. Lawrence Seaway workers have been approved by a combined 81 per cent.The ballots cast last week averted a strike that threatened to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;Black Ice&quot; by AC/DC tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081023/45802__hmv_canada_quot_black_ice_quot_by_ac_dc_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending Oct. 22.CDs1 Black Ice - AC/DC2 Appeal to Reason - Rise Against3 Paper Trail - T.I.4 "High School... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 11:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Suncor reports December oil production on target despite poor weather</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20090108/45799__suncor_reports_december_oil_production_on_target_despite_poor_weather_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU) said Thursday it achieved its December oil sands production targets, which were adjusted downward after a fire at one of its key facilities.The Calgary-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 8 Jan 2009 07:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Economy to rebound by 2010: Bank of Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081023/45789__economy_to_rebound_by_2010_bank_of_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The economy is in good shape to weather a global recession, although growth will be anemic for the next six months, the Bank of Canada said Thursday.In its fall Monetary Policy Report,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;Through Black Spruce&quot; by Joseph Boyden tops Maclean's fiction list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20090115/45788___quot_through_black_spruce_quot_by_joseph_boyden_tops_maclean_s_fiction_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 hardcover fiction and non-fiction books in Canada compiled by Maclean's magazine.FICTION 1 (1) Through Black Spruce - Joseph Boyden2 (2) 2666 - Roberto Bolano3 (8)... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 09:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal mayor upbeat about a 2009 F1 but details remain scarce</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081023/45786__montreal_mayor_upbeat_about_a_2009_f1_but_details_remain_scarce_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Montreal Mayor Gerald Tremblay reiterated upon his return to Canada on Thursday he is confident the Canadian Grand Prix will be held in Montreal next year."We had a very good meeting... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SCORECARD:</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081023/45785__scorecard__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the sports results from Wednesday:World Series BaseballPhiladelphia 3 Tampa Bay 2NHL Florida 3 Ottawa 1Chicago 3 Edmonton 0New Jersey 5 Dallas 0San Jose 7 Philadelphia 6 (Shootout)... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Precision Drilling to make special year-end distribution to unitholders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081224/45773__precision_drilling_to_make_special_year_end_distribution_to_unitholders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Precision Drilling Trust (TSX:PD.UN) will make a special year-end distribution of 15 cents per trust unit, to be settled "in-kind."Unitholders will not receive cash or additional trust... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 18:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>EnCana trimming 2009 capex target to US$6.1B, reducing profit guidance</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081211/45767__encana_trimming_2009_capex_target_to_us_6_1b_reducing_profit_guidance_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - EnCana Corp. (TSX:ECA) is cutting its cash-flow expectations and announcing a "conservative, prudent and flexible" 2009 capital budget of about US$6.1 billion, down from $7 billion this... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081023/45733__wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Even a franchise-record 26-shot barrage in the third period couldn't help the Ottawa Senators overcome another slow start.Craig Anderson turned aside 41 shots and former Senators forward Cory... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Anderson stops 26 shots in third, 41 in total as Panthers bounce Senators 3-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081022/45722__anderson_stops_26_shots_in_third_41_in_total_as_panthers_bounce_senators_3_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A frenzied finish couldn't mask another poor start for the Ottawa Senators.Craig Anderson turned aside 41 shots and former Senators forward Cory Stillman had a goal and an assist to lead... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 23:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'The Tudors,' 'The Englishman's Boy' among early winners headed into Geminis</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081022/45721___the_tudors_the_englishman_s_boy_among_early_winners_headed_into_geminis_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Period dramas from the CBC were the big winners at the Gemini Awards on Wednesday, when the racy historical series "The Tudors" and the miniseries "The Englishman's Boy" each snagged four... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 21:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ninety-five-year-old grandma proved it's never too late to take up sports</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081022/45707__ninety_five_year_old_grandma_proved_it_s_never_too_late_to_take_up_sports_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Growing up in a different time, when sports opportunities for women were few and far between, Estelle Ritchie never considered herself an athlete.That is until one day last summer when Ritchie, at... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 19:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>North American stock markets head south on worries about the economy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081022/45705__north_american_stock_markets_head_south_on_worries_about_the_economy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - North American stock markets took another pounding on Wednesday, hurt by weak corporate earnings and worrisome forecasts in the United States that raised fears of a deep economic... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 18:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zarlink Semiconductor achieves US$7.2-million profit in its latest quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081022/45699__zarlink_semiconductor_achieves_us_7_2_million_profit_in_its_latest_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Zarlink Semiconductor Inc. (TSX:ZL) posted a US$7.2-million profit in its latest quarter, better than expected, and signalled it expects to remain in the black in the near term even though... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 19:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Huntingdon REIT suspends cash distributions, ends sales process</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081022/45694__huntingdon_reit_suspends_cash_distributions_ends_sales_process_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Huntingdon Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:HNT.UN) suspended distributions and cancelled its plans to sell itself on Wednesday amid the turmoil in the capital markets.The trust also... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montana approves construction of power line from Alberta by Tonbridge Power</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081022/45691__montana_approves_construction_of_power_line_from_alberta_by_tonbridge_power_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Montana's Department of Environmental Quality has approved the construction by Toronto-based Tonbridge Power Inc. (TSXV:TBZ) of a private power line that will connect Alberta to the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 17:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Trial date set for next June in Toronto for British conductor Simon Lee</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081022/45688__trial_date_set_for_next_june_in_toronto_for_british_conductor_simon_lee_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A trial date has been set for British conductor Simon Lee.Lee - who was in the city last summer appearing as a judge on the CBC-TV reality talent series "How Do You Solve a Problem Like... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 16:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Postal rates on the rise again</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081112/45684__postal_rates_on_the_rise_again_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada Post plans to cash in on online shopping with a 100-per-cent hike in postage rates for thick envelopes widely used to ship Internet purchases.The post office also intends to... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 16:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Finalists announced for McGill's inaugural Cundill International Prize in History</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081022/45682__finalists_announced_for_mcgill_s_inaugural_cundill_international_prize_in_history_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Three finalists have been announced for McGill University's inaugural Cundill International Prize in History, which organizers claim is the world's largest non-fiction historical... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Three ballerinas with National Ballet pregnant, expecting their first child</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081022/45674__three_ballerinas_with_national_ballet_pregnant_expecting_their_first_child_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Three ballerinas with the National Ballet of Canada are pregnant and expecting their first child.First soloist Tanya Howard, first soloist Rebekah Rimsay and second soloist Lisa Robinson... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rambler Metals annual loss near $1.5M as Baie Verte development goes on</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081022/45669__rambler_metals_annual_loss_near_1_5m_as_baie_verte_development_goes_on_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BAIE VERTE, N.L. - Rambler Metals and Mining PLC (TSXV:RAB) has reported an annual loss of 734,800 pounds (about C$1.5 million) as the English company continues developing its copper-gold-silver... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 14:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>UC Resources says La Yesca facility in Mexico ready for processing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081022/45653__uc_resources_says_la_yesca_facility_in_mexico_ready_for_processing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - UC Resources (TSXV:UC), a Vancouver-based mining exploration company, says its La Yesca production facility in Mexico is now ready to begin processing material from the tailings... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rio Tinto investing additional US$300 million in Kitimat modernization</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081022/45643__rio_tinto_investing_additional_us_300_million_in_kitimat_modernization_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Rio Tinto is investing an additional US$300 million to modernize the Kitimat aluminium smelter in British Columbia, taking the project's funding over US$500 million.Wednesday's... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video: &quot;Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull&quot; tops rentals and sales lists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081022/45638__blockbuster_video_quot_indiana_jones_and_the_kingdom_of_the_crystal_skull_quot_tops_rentals_and_sales_lists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Oct. 19.DVD RENTALS1 Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull2 The Happening3 You Don't... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video Top 10 game rentals list per platform</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081022/45637__blockbuster_video_top_10_game_rentals_list_per_platform_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Oct. 19.Playstation 31 Saints Row 22 Dead Space3 Star Wars: The Force Unleashed4 NHL 095... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Uranium One suspends Dominion uranium project in South Africa</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081022/45636__uranium_one_suspends_dominion_uranium_project_in_south_africa_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Uranium One Inc. (TSX:UUU) is placing its Dominion project in South Africa on care and maintenance because of declining uranium prices, rising costs and a sluggish ramp-up at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 09:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Composite leading index dips 0.2 per cent in September</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081022/45628__composite_leading_index_dips_0_2_per_cent_in_september_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The composite leading index dipped 0.2 per cent in September, after a 0.3 per cent gain in August capped a string of five straight increases.Statistics Canada reports most of the reversal... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 08:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Retail sales fall 0.3 per cent in August to $35.9 billion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081022/45627__retail_sales_fall_0_3_per_cent_in_august_to_35_9_billion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian consumers reeled in their spending habits a little further in August as retail sales dipped 0.3 per cent to $35.9 billion.A 1.8 per cent sales decline in the automotive sector... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 10:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vitran Q3 revenue up to US$198.6M but slowdown drags trucker's profit to $2.1M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081022/45622__vitran_q3_revenue_up_to_us_198_6m_but_slowdown_drags_trucker_s_profit_to_2_1m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Trucker Vitran Corp. Inc. (TSX:VTN) picked up record revenue of US$198.6 million in the third quarter, but earnings pulled back to $2.1 million amid "the economic slowdown and significant... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 07:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081022/45611__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A nine-minute Washington power play turned out to be the turning point in the Capitals' game in Calgary - only it was the short-handed Flames who came out with the momentum.The Flames deftly... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lombardi's first goal propels Flames to 2-1 victory over Capitals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081022/45601__lombardi_s_first_goal_propels_flames_to_2_1_victory_over_capitals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - On a night filled with power plays, Matthew Lombardi's even strength goal was the difference.Lombardi's first goal of the season 2:42 into the second period stood as the game-winner... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian duo earns bronze at Pan American womens bowling championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081021/45599__canadian_duo_earns_bronze_at_pan_american_women_s_bowling_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SANTIAGO, Chile - Kerrie Ryan-Ciach of Mississauga, Ont., and Jennifer Park of Nanaimo, B.C., won the bronze medal in pairs competition Tuesday at the Pan American women's tenpin bowling... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 23:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Denver beats Toronto 105-94 in NBA exhibition play in Edmonton</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081022/45598__denver_beats_toronto_105_94_in_nba_exhibition_play_in_edmonton_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - It was an ugly end to a forgettable pre-season.The Toronto Raptors turned the ball over 20 times and shot just 46 per cent from the field Tuesday to lose its final NBA pre-season game... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Degrassi,' 'MTV Live,' 'Ghost Trackers' among Gemini winners</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081021/45582___degrassi_mtv_live_ghost_trackers_among_gemini_winners_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "Degrassi: The Next Generation," "Ghost Trackers" and "Chef School" were among the winners Tuesday at the Gemini Awards honouring the best in lifestyle, children's and youth programs.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 21:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>No surprises in CIS football poll as undefeated Laval and Queen's top list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081021/45580__no_surprises_in_cis_football_poll_as_undefeated_laval_and_queen_s_top_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - For the second consecutive week, the only two undefeated teams in Canadian Interuniversity Sport football are unanimous choices at No. 1 and No. 2 in the national media poll.The Laval... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 21:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fans rejoice as World Skins golf tournament comes to Quebec in June 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081021/45570__fans_rejoice_as_world_skins_golf_tournament_comes_to_quebec_in_june_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - The World Skins golf tournament, which has attracted big names like Greg Norman, Mike Weir, Sergio Garcia and Fred Couples, will be held in Levis, Que., on June 22-23, organizers announced... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 20:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TransForce buys Roland Thibault, increases stake in Lafleche Environmental</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081021/45551__transforce_buys_roland_thibault_increases_stake_in_lafleche_environmental_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - TransForce Inc. (TSX:TFI) said Tuesday that it has acquired garbage hauler Roland Thibault Inc. and increased its stake in Lafleche Environmental Inc.'s landfill in Moose Creek, Ont.,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 17:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian delegation heads to London in bid to save Montreal Grand Prix</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081021/45550__canadian_delegation_heads_to_london_in_bid_to_save_montreal_grand_prix_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The mayor of Montreal and federal and provincial cabinet ministers will leave for London on Wednesday to plead the case to save the Canadian Grand Prix.Mayor Gerald Tremblay will be... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 17:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Daimler says 'no money in the world' could save Ontario Sterling plant: CAW chief</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081021/45536__daimler_says_no_money_in_the_world_could_save_ontario_sterling_plant_caw_chief_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINDSOR, Ont. - Canadian Auto Workers president Ken Lewenza says Daimler Trucks officials have told him that "no money in the world" could change the fate of a plant the company plans to shut down... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 16:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nav Canada reports air traffic down 0.6 per cent in September from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081021/45517__nav_canada_reports_air_traffic_down_0_6_per_cent_in_september_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Nav Canada has reported a 0.6 per cent decline in air traffic last month compared with September of last year.This was a sharp descent from a two per cent year-over-year increase in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 13:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Keg reports hearty steakhouse sales in summer quarter: up 8.7 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081021/45512__keg_reports_hearty_steakhouse_sales_in_summer_quarter_up_8_7_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - The Keg Royalties Income Fund (TSX:KEG.UN) said Tuesday that third-quarter system sales in the steakhouse chain were up 8.7 per cent from a year earlier at $116.8 million, largely... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 13:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>A list of the nominees for the Governor General's Literary Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081021/45499__a_list_of_the_nominees_for_the_governor_general_s_literary_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Finalists for the 2008 Governor General's Literary Awards announced Tuesday:English-language finalistsFiction:"Atmospheric Disturbances" by Rivka Galchen, New York, originally from... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rawi Hage, Nino Ricci among finalists for Governor General's Literary Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081021/45494__rawi_hage_nino_ricci_among_finalists_for_governor_general_s_literary_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Rawi Hage says he's excited and a bit overwhelmed by the showering of accolades this month for his novel "Cockroach."On Oct. 1, the Montreal author made the short list for the Writers'... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 18:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Algonquin Power fund's units nosedive after distribution cuts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081021/45491__algonquin_power_fund_s_units_nosedive_after_distribution_cuts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OAKVILLE, Ont. - Units of Algonquin Power Income Fund (TSX:APF.UN) dropped sharply in morning trading Tuesday after the renewable power producer cut its monthly distribution rate by 74 per cent.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Daylight Resources buys Midnight Oil gas assets in Alberta for $27.9 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081021/45489__daylight_resources_buys_midnight_oil_gas_assets_in_alberta_for_27_9_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Daylight Resources Trust (TSX:DAY.UN) said Tuesday it is buying natural gas assets in the Elmworth and Peace River Arch area of Alberta from Midnight Oil Exploration Ltd. (TSX:MOX) for... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 10:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nemi Northern and Aviva of Australia agree to merge into bigger coal company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081021/45488__nemi_northern_and_aviva_of_australia_agree_to_merge_into_bigger_coal_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER, B.C. - Nemi Northern Energy & Mining Inc. (TSX:NNE.A), a Vancouver-based coal developer, has agreed to merge with Australia's Aviva Corp. in a move to create a larger producer of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 09:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>North American Palladium shuts Lac des Iles mine in northwestern Ontario</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081021/45484__north_american_palladium_shuts_lac_des_iles_mine_in_northwestern_ontario_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - North American Palladium Ltd. (TSX:PDL) is placing its Lac des Iles mine near Thunder Bay in northwestern Ontario on care and maintenance, laying off 350 workers."Due to the impact of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 09:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>FNX Mining suspends commercial production at Levack nickel mine</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081021/45480__fnx_mining_suspends_commercial_production_at_levack_nickel_mine_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - FNX Mining Co. Inc. (TSX:FNX) has suspended commercial production at its Levack nickel mine near Sudbury, Ont.In the latest announcement in what is expected to be an ongoing series of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAW to meet with Daimler executive in bid to save St. Thomas, Ont., plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081021/45477__caw_to_meet_with_daimler_executive_in_bid_to_save_st_thomas_ont_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian Auto Workers will meet with the top executive of Daimler Trucks today in Windsor in hopes of saving the Sterling truck plant.Daimler has said it will close the plant in St.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 06:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081021/45468__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The already streaking Montreal Canadiens received some unexpected offensive help in their latest win.Francis Bouillon scored 10:53 into the third period and Montreal extended its winning streak to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 06:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bouillon scores winner in first game back, Habs top Panthers 3-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081020/45464__bouillon_scores_winner_in_first_game_back_habs_top_panthers_3_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Any teams thinking they'll catch a break when the Montreal Canadiens rest starting goaltender Carey Price could be in for a rude awakening.Backup Jaroslav Halak made 35 stops and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 23:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Group of former WestJet execs launch new Calgary-based charter airline</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45463__group_of_former_westjet_execs_launch_new_calgary_based_charter_airline_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - A group of former WestJet (TSX:WJA) executives have launched a new charter airline.Calgary-based Enerjet said it plans to fly charters in Western Canada starting next year using Boeing... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 21:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'The Fifth Estate,' 'Hockey Night in Canada' among Gemini's news, sports winners</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081020/45458___the_fifth_estate_hockey_night_in_canada_among_gemini_s_news_sports_winners_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "The National," "The Fifth Estate" and "Hockey Night in Canada" were among the leading winners at the Gemini Awards on Monday, when each of the CBC programs snagged three trophies at a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 21:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former premiers sing praises of BC offshore oil development; Campbell nixes notion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45448__former_premiers_sing_praises_of_bc_offshore_oil_development_campbell_nixes_notion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VICTORIA, B.C. - Two former provincial premiers say B.C.'s economic future may lie in the development of offshore oil and gas resources.Former B.C. NDP premier Dan Miller says offshore development... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jump in oil companies' stocks help boost Toronto market nearly 700 points</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081020/45446__jump_in_oil_companies_stocks_help_boost_toronto_market_nearly_700_points_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's big oil companies helped get the Toronto stock market off to a strong start this week, gaining nearly 700 points on Monday on top of last week's 500-point gain.The energy sector... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kraft, Parmalat and Saputo ask court to stop new cheese regulation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45441__kraft_parmalat_and_saputo_ask_court_to_stop_new_cheese_regulation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's biggest cheese producers have asked the Federal Court to block new federal regulations that are scheduled to come into effect Dec. 14.The new rules will require cheese makers to... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Algonquin Power Income Fund cuts distributions after strategic review</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45438__algonquin_power_income_fund_cuts_distributions_after_strategic_review_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OAKVILLE, Ont. - Algonquin Power Income Fund (TSX:APF.UN) is slashing its monthly distribution rate by 74 per cent, arguing the change will allow it to fund growth internally rather than through... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calfrac chief financial officer moves to new job within company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45437__calfrac_chief_financial_officer_moves_to_new_job_within_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Calfrac Well Services Ltd. (TSX: CFW) said Monday that chief financial officer Tom Medvedic will leave his post to become senior vice-president of corporate development next month.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MDA signs contract worth more than $10 million to build satellite antenna</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45428__mda_signs_contract_worth_more_than_10_million_to_build_satellite_antenna_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (TSX:MDA) said Monday that it has signed a contract worth more than $10 million to build a high-power satellite antenna feed for EADS... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Softchoice cuts staff by 6.5 per cent in move to reduce costs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081020/45427__softchoice_cuts_staff_by_6_5_per_cent_in_move_to_reduce_costs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Softchoice Corp. (TSX: SO) said Monday it was cutting 6.5 per cent of its staff or about 60 jobs as part of a move to cut costs.The information technology consulting firm currently has... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Western Bank to acquire stake in wealth management firm</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45422__canadian_western_bank_to_acquire_stake_in_wealth_management_firm_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Canadian Western Bank said Monday it has signed a deal for a 72.5 per cent stake in Adroit Investment Management Ltd., an Edmonton-based firm specializing in wealth management for... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Credit markets showing sign of improvement amid trading volatility, says TMX head</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45395__credit_markets_showing_sign_of_improvement_amid_trading_volatility_says_tmx_head_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The head of Canada's stock exchange says there are signs the credit market is improving despite extreme volatility in financial markets.TMX chief executive Thomas Kloet said Monday he's... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nexen, Opti shares rise after Long Lake project expansion decision delayed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45390__nexen_opti_shares_rise_after_long_lake_project_expansion_decision_delayed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Shares of oilsands operator Nexen Inc. (TSX:NXY and its partner Opti Canada Inc. (TSX:OPC) rose Monday after a published report that the two companies have delayed a decision on whether... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>InStorage REIT pans takeover offer from Canadian Storage Partners</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081020/45385__instorage_reit_pans_takeover_offer_from_canadian_storage_partners_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Self-storage facility operator InStorage REIT (TSX:IS.UN) has expressed doubts that a $91.1-million takeover offer by Canadian Storage Partners reflects the underlying value of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>2009 will be a tough year but economic tide will turn: TD Bank outlook</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081020/45375__2009_will_be_a_tough_year_but_economic_tide_will_turn_td_bank_outlook_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The next 12 months "are likely to prove difficult for many firms," TD Bank says in a report that foresees little or no economic growth until late next year."More challenging economic... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 10:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Foreign investors sell Canadian shares in August but return to bond market</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45366__foreign_investors_sell_canadian_shares_in_august_but_return_to_bond_market_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Foreign divestment in Canadian securities slowed to $730 million in August.Foreign investors sold Canadian shares at a faster pace in August but returned to the Canadian bond market,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 08:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Automotive declines as August wholesale trade drops for first time in 5 months</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45364__automotive_declines_as_august_wholesale_trade_drops_for_first_time_in_5_months_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Five straight monthly increases for Canadian wholesale trade ended in August, yet another "disappointing" sign that economic activity in the country is weakening, one analyst said Monday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 10:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Liquidation World arranges new $20M credit line: 'our business has stabilized</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081020/45362__liquidation_world_arranges_new_20m_credit_line_our_business_has_stabilized__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Liquidation World Inc. (TSX:LQW) has arranged a $20-million asset-based loan facility from the Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY), with an option to increase this to $25 million.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 08:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SemBioSys cuts staff by 40 per cent to 45 to preserve development funds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45358__sembiosys_cuts_staff_by_40_per_cent_to_45_to_preserve_development_funds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - SemBioSys Genetics Inc. (TSX:SBS) has cut its workforce by more than 40 per cent to 45 employees, as it preserves cash "in response to the current challenging capital markets... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 07:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>List of winners from the 2008 Western Canadian Music Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081020/45355__list_of_winners_from_the_2008_western_canadian_music_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Here's the list of winners from the Western Canadian Music Awards presented Sunday night in Edmonton:The 2008 Western Canadian Music Award winners are:Outstanding Aboriginal Recording:... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 07:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Winnipeg's Weakerthans win three Western Canadian Music Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081020/45354__winnipeg_s_weakerthans_win_three_western_canadian_music_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Maybe they should be called the Strongerthans.Songs about curling, a Winnipeg bus driver and Big Foot helped The Weakerthans dominate the Western Canadian Music Awards Sunday. The indy... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 07:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rotating layoffs to begin at Chrysler assembly plant in Windsor, Ont.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/45351__rotating_layoffs_to_begin_at_chrysler_assembly_plant_in_windsor_ont__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINDSOR, Ont. - Chrysler will layoff workers on one shift at its Windsor, Ont., assembly plant on a rotating basis over the next three weeks.The automaker says it will eliminate the afternoon... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 07:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>List of winners from the 2008 Western Canadian Music Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081019/45335__list_of_winners_from_the_2008_western_canadian_music_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Here's the list of winners from the Western Canadian Music Awards presented Sunday night in Edmonton.:The 2008 Western Canadian Music Award winners are:Outstanding Aboriginal... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 23:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First Nickel shares close 18 per cent lower after Lockerby operation suspended</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081020/45329__first_nickel_shares_close_18_per_cent_lower_after_lockerby_operation_suspended_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - First Nickel Inc. (TSX:FNI) shares closed down more than 18 per cent Monday after the company suspended production and initiated a care and maintenance program at its wholly owned... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian GP organizers refute Ecclestone's claims of non-payment</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081019/45326__canadian_gp_organizers_refute_ecclestone_s_claims_of_non_payment_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Organizers of the Montreal-based Canadian Grand Prix have refuted claims made by Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone that the racing organization has not been paid what it is owed for... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Olympic team reunites to win women's eights race at Head of the Charles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081019/45324__canadian_olympic_team_reunites_to_win_women_s_eights_race_at_head_of_the_charles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMBRIDGE, Mass. - Denied a medal at the Beijing Olympics, the Canadian women's eights team reunited Sunday and rowed to victory at the 44th annual Head of the Charles Regatta.The London Training... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 21:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Congi boots late game-winning field goal to give Saskatchewan 30-29 win</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081019/45318__congi_boots_late_game_winning_field_goal_to_give_saskatchewan_30_29_win_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - There were many happy returns for the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Sunday.James Johnson's 65-yard punt return in the second quarter, for one. The return of running back Wes Cates after... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 20:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada adds eight more golds to medal haul at trampoline and tumbling event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081019/45311__canada_adds_eight_more_golds_to_medal_haul_at_trampoline_and_tumbling_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ROTORUA, New Zealand - Canada captured eight gold medals to wrap up a strong showing at the Indo-Pacific trampoline and tumbling championships Sunday.The Canadian team finished the five-day age... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 15:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081019/45264__saturday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Georges Laraque made his fighting debut in Montreal on Saturday night to an enthusiastic crowd and appreciative Canadiens lineup.A nasty hit on Andrei Kostitsyn opened the door for Laraque to show... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 04:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Edmonton Oilers remain undefeated with 3-2 win over Calgary Flames</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081019/45261__edmonton_oilers_remain_undefeated_with_3_2_win_over_calgary_flames_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Ethan Moreau and Fernando Pisani each recorded a goal and an assist as the Edmonton Oilers won their fourth in a row to start the season, coming back with three second period goals to... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kessel scores twice to lead Bruins to 4-2 victory over Senators</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081018/45251__kessel_scores_twice_to_lead_bruins_to_4_2_victory_over_senators_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Boston Bruins coach Claude Julien was stressing the importance of playing 60 minutes. Ottawa Senators coach Craig Hartsburg was talking about playing hard with the puck.Only one message... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 22:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nelly Furtado reveals she got married over the summer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081018/45249__nelly_furtado_reveals_she_got_married_over_the_summer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian singer Nelly Furtado has revealed she was secretly married over the summer.The Grammy winner told Entertainment Tonight Canada on Friday that she married sound engineer Demacio... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 21:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Burris throws five touchdown passes as Stamps beat Bombers 37-16</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081018/45248__burris_throws_five_touchdown_passes_as_stamps_beat_bombers_37_16_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - After one of the best games of his career, receiver Brett Ralph deflected much of the credit to his more high-profile teammates.For the first time in his four-year CFL career, Ralph... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Guloien and Hanson fourth in doubles at Head of the Charles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081018/45240__canadians_guloien_and_hanson_fourth_in_doubles_at_head_of_the_charles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BOSTON - Beijing Olympians Krista Guloien of Port Moody, B.C., and Janine Hanson of Winnipeg finished fourth in the championship doubles event Saturday at the Head of the Charles Regatta."It was... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 19:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians win 8 medals at Indo-Pacific trampoline and tumbling championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081018/45230__canadians_win_8_medals_at_indo_pacific_trampoline_and_tumbling_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ROTORUA, New Zealand - Sebastien St-Germain of St-Michel, Que., Kailey McCleod of Toronto and synchro pair Amanda Martin of Red Deer, Alta., and Melanie Pietroniro-Savoie of St-Hyacinthe, Que., won... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 17:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bush plans to host summit to discuss response to financial crisis</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081018/45225__bush_plans_to_host_summit_to_discuss_response_to_financial_crisis_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A senior U.S. official says President George W. Bush plans to host a summit of world leaders in the near future to discuss the global response to the financial crisis.Word of the impending... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 14:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bush plans to host summit to discuss response to financial crisis</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081018/45224__bush_plans_to_host_summit_to_discuss_response_to_financial_crisis_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A senior U.S. official says President George W. Bush plans to host a summit of world leaders in the near future to discuss the global response to the financial crisis.Word of the impending... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 14:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lions beat Eskimos 43-28 to move into tie for first place in the West</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081018/45212__lions_beat_eskimos_43_28_to_move_into_tie_for_first_place_in_the_west_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - What a difference a week can make.After being cowed into submission in a 27-20 loss to the Edmonton Eskimos last week in Vancouver, the B.C. Lions came roaring back with 21... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 11:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former U.S. president Bill Clinton praises Canadian banking system</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081018/45205__former_u_s_president_bill_clinton_praises_canadian_banking_system_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Former U.S. president Bill Clinton is praising Canada's banking system.Clinton, who was in Vancouver yesterday to speak to a business group, says Canadians are very lucky to have a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 11:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the ice Bgt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081018/45189__friday_s_action_on_the_ice_bgt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ One bad knee couldn't keep the Ottawa Senators captain down for long.A week after undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery, Daniel Alfredsson returned to help the Senators beat the Phoenix Coyotes 6-3... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 05:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lions beat Eskimos 43-28 to move into tie for first place in the West</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081018/45187__lions_beat_eskimos_43_28_to_move_into_tie_for_first_place_in_the_west_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Charles Roberts and Geroy Simon each had two touchdown strikes as the B.C. Lions moved into a first place tie in the West Division, clawing their way back with 21 fourth-quarter points... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cole, Visnovsky and Nilsson tally on the power play as Oilers beat Flames 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081018/45186__cole_visnovsky_and_nilsson_tally_on_the_power_play_as_oilers_beat_flames_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Erik Cole, Lubomir Visnovsky, and Robert Nilsson each scored second period power-play goals Friday night as the Edmonton Oilers remained perfect in three games this season with a 4-3... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Daniel Alfredsson returns as Senators win 6-3 against Coyotes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081017/45183__daniel_alfredsson_returns_as_senators_win_6_3_against_coyotes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - There was never a second thought for Daniel Alfredsson.Despite having arthroscopic knee surgery a week ago, the Ottawa Senators captain never considered taking extra time off as a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 22:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada finishes with 26 medals at Commonwealth Youth Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081018/45175__canada_finishes_with_26_medals_at_commonwealth_youth_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PUNE, India - Canada wrapped up competition at the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games on Friday with four more medals, two gold and two silver, to bring its total medal count to 26.Stuart Twardzik of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 00:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of Canada will lend to wider range of institutions to thaw credit markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081017/45160__bank_of_canada_will_lend_to_wider_range_of_institutions_to_thaw_credit_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Bank of Canada says it will lend to more institutions than just banks in an attempt to thaw frozen credit markets.Under the temporary agreement, "institutions which can demonstrate... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 17:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tracy Moore tapped as new host of Canadian daytime show 'CityLine'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081017/45158__tracy_moore_tapped_as_new_host_of_canadian_daytime_show_cityline__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Tracy Moore has been tapped as the new host of the Canadian daytime TV talk show "CityLine."The Toronto-born broadcast journalist has been an on-air personality on Citytv - which... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Companies can postpone financial-asset profit hits under new accounting rules</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081017/45150__companies_can_postpone_financial_asset_profit_hits_under_new_accounting_rules_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's Accounting Standards Board is fast-tracking amendments to rules that will allow companies to avoid taking immediate profit hits from troubled financial assets.Under previous... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 19:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pairs champs Langlois and Hay withdraw from Skate Canada International</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081017/45146__pairs_champs_langlois_and_hay_withdraw_from_skate_canada_international_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian pairs champions Anabelle Langlois and Cody Hay withdrew from the upcoming Skate Canada International figure skating meet Friday.Langlois, who underwent surgery after suffering a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Harper hails agreement to work toward Canada-EU economic partnership</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081017/45135__harper_hails_agreement_to_work_toward_canada_eu_economic_partnership_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Canada and the European Union are committed to fighting protectionism and to achieving a comprehensive economic partnership, Prime Minister Stephen Harper said Friday.Tough economic times... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 14:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Oct. 6-12</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081017/45134__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_oct_6_12_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Oct. 6-12: 1 "C.S.I." (CTV, Thursday) - 3,163,000 2 "Grey's Anatomy" (CTV, Thursday) - 2,574,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 13:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Bank of Canada to buy back up to 20 million of its common shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081017/45132__royal_bank_of_canada_to_buy_back_up_to_20_million_of_its_common_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) is seeking regulatory approval to renew its share buyback program, with a ceiling of up to 20 million common shares or 1.5 per cent its outstanding common... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Yzerman to be named executive director of Canada's Olympic team on Saturday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081017/45122__yzerman_to_be_named_executive_director_of_canada_s_olympic_team_on_saturday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Hockey Canada will officially introduce Steve Yzerman as the new executive director of the 2010 Olympic team on Saturday in Ottawa.The team's management staff for the Vancouver Winter... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ivanhoe Mines stock hits new low despite expression of confidence on Mongolia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081017/45121__ivanhoe_mines_stock_hits_new_low_despite_expression_of_confidence_on_mongolia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Stock in Ivanhoe Mines Ltd. (TSX:IVN) hit a new low Friday amid ongoing political uncertainty about its Oyu Tolgoi copper-gold project in the southern Gobi region of Mongolia.Ivanhoe... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Niko Resources secures offshore exploration acreage in Indonesia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081017/45115__niko_resources_secures_offshore_exploration_acreage_in_indonesia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The Indonesian government has provisionally awarded Niko Resources Ltd. (TSX:NKO) and its partners about 20,000 square kilometres worth of offshore oil and gas exploration blocks.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Thursday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081017/45086__nhl_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PITTSBURGH - The Washington Capitals crawled back from a three-goal deficit against the Penguins Thursday night and they didn't even need Alexander Ovechkin to do it.Boyd Gordon scored a delayed... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Russian-owned Evraz announces new production plant and 100 new jobs in Regina</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081016/45081__russian_owned_evraz_announces_new_production_plant_and_100_new_jobs_in_regina_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Russian steelmaker Evraz has announced it has added 100 new jobs to operate a new $100-million production facility in Regina that creates large tubular steel pipes.Greg Maindonald, vice... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 23:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Five members retire from Canadian women's synchro swim team</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081016/45075__five_members_retire_from_canadian_women_s_synchro_swim_team_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Canadian women's synchro swim team will have a new look next season.Five members officially retired Thursday, including captain Marie-Pierre Gagne of Montreal. Gagne competed in two Olympic... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Layoffs announced at forestry plant in Durham, auto supplier in Whitby</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081016/45073__layoffs_announced_at_forestry_plant_in_durham_auto_supplier_in_whitby_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - More manufacturing jobs are being cut in two Ontario communities.Interforest has announced it is eliminating its clipping, grading and sorting operations at its Durham plant, south of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 21:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rawi Hage makes short list for Quebec Writers' Federation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081016/45058__rawi_hage_makes_short_list_for_quebec_writers_federation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Literary star Rawi Hage is among the authors shortlisted for prizes by the Quebec Writers' Federation.The Montreal-based writer is up for the Paragraphe Hugh MacLennan Prize for... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 20:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calendar of Canadian concerts for Oct. 17 to Nov. 16</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081016/45052__calendar_of_canadian_concerts_for_oct_17_to_nov_16_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A look at some concerts scheduled in the days ahead (check local organizers for details):NEW BRUNSWICKOct. 18 - Melody Unwinding, Fredericton, Cellar.- Alice Cooper, Saint John, Harbour Station.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 18:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Unilever Canada to close plant in Baie d'Urfe, Que., 110 jobs will be lost</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081016/45051__unilever_canada_to_close_plant_in_baie_d_urfe_que_110_jobs_will_be_lost_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Unilever Canada announced Thursday it will close its plant in Baie d'Urfe, Que., in order to reduce capacity in its food business, putting approximately 110 people out of work.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 18:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>B.C. oil and gas rights sales slow in October as production stage draws near</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081016/45047__b_c_oil_and_gas_rights_sales_slow_in_october_as_production_stage_draws_near_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - The British Columbia government sold oil and gas rights totalling $151.8 million in October, nearly half of last month's total, which it said was a result of the industry moving toward... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 17:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wal-Mart Canada to close auto shop in Quebec where workers formed union</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081016/45037__wal_mart_canada_to_close_auto_shop_in_quebec_where_workers_formed_union_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Wal-Mart Canada is closing an automobile centre in Gatineau, Que., where employees had formed a union and recently secured their first collective agreement.The retailer said Thursday it... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 19:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Judge in David Frost trial rules names of witnesses can be made public</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081016/45031__judge_in_david_frost_trial_rules_names_of_witnesses_can_be_made_public_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NAPANEE, Ont. - The judge in the sexual exploitation trial of former sports agent David Frost has ruled he will not shield the names of several women expected to take the stand as witnesses.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of Canada set to cut interest rates another half-point next week: RBC</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081016/45029__bank_of_canada_set_to_cut_interest_rates_another_half_point_next_week_rbc_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Bank of Canada will likely lower its policy interest rate by half a percentage point next week, the Royal Bank of Canada's economics department said Thursday.Citing "a deteriorating... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;Appeal to Reason&quot; by Rise Against tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081016/45016__hmv_canada_quot_appeal_to_reason_quot_by_rise_against_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending Oct. 15.CDs1 Appeal to Reason - Rise Against2 Paper Trail - T.I.3 Death Magnetic - Metallica4... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian asset management sector to get a boost while banks suffer: analyst</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081016/44996__canadian_asset_management_sector_to_get_a_boost_while_banks_suffer_analyst_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian asset managers such as AGF Management Ltd. (TSX:AGF.B) and CI Financial (TSX:CIX.UN) present a buying opportunity for investors while domestic banks face the possibility of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Decline in foreign travel to Canada as U.S. visitors stay away in August</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081016/44988__decline_in_foreign_travel_to_canada_as_u_s_visitors_stay_away_in_august_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The number of visitors to Canada declined one per cent in August, the result of a 1.4 per cent drop in travel from the United States.U.S. residents made 759,000 same-day car trips to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 08:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manufacturing sales decline in August, erase previous gains</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081016/44987__manufacturing_sales_decline_in_august_erase_previous_gains_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Manufacturing sales declined 3.7 per cent to $52 billion in August, erasing most of the gains from the previous two months.The largest contributor to the decrease was the petroleum and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 08:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bell Canada and ICT group to create 550 jobs in New Brunswick</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081016/44976__bell_canada_and_ict_group_to_create_550_jobs_in_new_brunswick_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RIVERVIEW, N.B. - A deal between Bell Canada and the ICT Group is expected to create up to 550 jobs in New Brunswick.Details are to be announced by company and provincial government officials... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 06:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081016/44965__nhl_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Just when it looked like opening their 100th season in front of some of the greatest players to wear the red, white and blue jersey might be too much for the Montreal Canadiens, newcomer Alex... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 01:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bold Corky races to victory in Classy EN Smart Stakes at Woodbine Raceway</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081015/44962__bold_corky_races_to_victory_in_classy_en_smart_stakes_at_woodbine_raceway_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Four-year-old Bold Corky gave jockey Tyler Pizarro and trainer Willie Armata their first career added-money wins, in Wednesday evening's $125,000 Classy 'N Smart Stakes at Woodbine... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 23:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tanguay's shootout winner gives Canadiens 4-3 win over Boston in home opener</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081016/44959__tanguay_s_shootout_winner_gives_canadiens_4_3_win_over_boston_in_home_opener_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Alex Tanguay found a perfect way to get in the good books with his new Montreal teammates, and he helped the Canadiens open the home schedule of their 100th season with a win in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canwest's Australian operations reports 10 per cent drop in EBITDA</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081015/44955__canwest_s_australian_operations_reports_10_per_cent_drop_in_ebitda_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Canwest Global Communications Corp. (TSX:CGS) reported a 10 per cent drop in operating earnings at its Australian operations on Wednesday.CanWest reported that Ten Network Holdings Ltd.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 22:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rochester Knighthawks acquire rights of lacrosse legend Gary Gait</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081015/44951__rochester_knighthawks_acquire_rights_of_lacrosse_legend_gary_gait_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DENVER - The Rochester Knighthawks have acquired the National Lacrosse League playing rights of lacrosse legend Gary Gait from the Colorado Mammoth.The Mammoth announced Wednesday they sent the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 20:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thompson, Jacobi and Gardner earn CIS football honours</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081015/44950__thompson_jacobi_and_gardner_earn_cis_football_honours_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Wilfrid Laurier quarterback Luke Thompson, Manitoba defensive end Wyatt Jacobi and Guelph kick returner Jedd Gardner were named the CIS football players of the week on Wednesday.Thompson,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 20:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magna International's Cosma unit building second factory in India</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081015/44934__magna_international_s_cosma_unit_building_second_factory_in_india_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Cosma body-and-chassis division of Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG.A) announced Wednesday it is building its second factory in India.The plant, to be built in Pune, will start... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Connors Bros. seeks to shore up shaky takeover by Centre Partners</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081015/44926__connors_bros_seeks_to_shore_up_shaky_takeover_by_centre_partners_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Connors Bros. Income Fund (TSX:CBF.UN) has agreed to amend a deal with Centre Partners to make its $437.5-million takeover of the canned seafoods producer more palatable to the buyer's... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Andlauer Management Group to take Andlauer Income Fund private</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081015/44919__andlauer_management_group_to_take_andlauer_income_fund_private_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A group headed by the management of ATS Andlauer Income Fund (TSX:ATS.UN) has made a $79 million proposal to acquire all the units of the shipping and transportation company.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rockwell says Pala takeover offer breaches South African securities legislation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081015/44918__rockwell_says_pala_takeover_offer_breaches_south_african_securities_legislation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Rockwell Diamonds Inc. (TSX: RDI) said a hostile takeover bid for its company by Pala Investments Holdings Ltd. is in breach of South African securities regulations and that Pala has... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Desjardins Securities and National Bank Financial settle dispute</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081015/44917__desjardins_securities_and_national_bank_financial_settle_dispute_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Desjardins Securities and National Bank Financial (TSX:NA) said Wednesday that they have reached an "amicable settlement" in a dispute over investment advisers in 2004.Terms of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Carlaw Capital nixes qualifying transaction with JAB Resources Limited</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081015/44910__carlaw_capital_nixes_qualifying_transaction_with_jab_resources_limited_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Capital pool company Carlaw Capital III Corp. (TSXV:CW.P) said Wednesday it has terminated a deal to buy Australian metals explorer JAB Resources Ltd., which would have been a qualifying... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sunridge signs definitive deal to acquire Madagascar properties from Majescor</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081015/44908__sunridge_signs_definitive_deal_to_acquire_madagascar_properties_from_majescor_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Sunridge Gold Corp. (TSXV:SGC), a Vancouver mineral developer, says it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire four properties owned by Majescor Resources Inc. (TSXV:MAJ) in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario police detachment says prank calls related to 'Saw 5' causing concern</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081015/44899__ontario_police_detachment_says_prank_calls_related_to_saw_5_causing_concern_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEETON, Ont. - An Ontario Provincial Police detachment said Wednesday that prank phone calls related to the upcoming release of the horror movie "Saw 5" have caused concern for some citizens.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OEB raises electricity rates more than 10 per cent as generation costs swell</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081016/44892__oeb_raises_electricity_rates_more_than_10_per_cent_as_generation_costs_swell_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario Energy Board is raising basic electricity prices by more than 10 per cent - to 5.6 cents per kilowatt-hour for use of up to 1,000 kWh a month and 6.5 cents per kWh above that.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 11:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AirIQ ends search for buyer, merger partner without a deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081015/44891__airiq_ends_search_for_buyer_merger_partner_without_a_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - AirIQ Inc. (TSX:IQ) says its review of strategic alternatives has ended without finding a suitable buyer or merger partner and the company will now focus on "managing expenses down."The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Belvedere temporarily suspends mine development at Hitura project in Finland</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081015/44890__belvedere_temporarily_suspends_mine_development_at_hitura_project_in_finland_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Belvedere Resources Ltd. (TSXV:BEL), a Vancouver-based mineral developer, says the recent fall in nickel prices has forced the company to cut operating costs and the workforce at its... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Imax and Odeon announce agreement to open two Imax theatres in Britain</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081015/44887__imax_and_odeon_announce_agreement_to_open_two_imax_theatres_in_britain_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Imax Corp. (TSX:IMX) and Odeon Cinemas Ltd. announced Wednesday an agreement to open two Imax theatres in Britain.Under the terms of the sale, Odeon will install Imax digital projection... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ShawCor wins $60-million pipeline coating contract in Trinidad</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081015/44879__shawcor_wins_60_million_pipeline_coating_contract_in_trinidad_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Pipeline services company ShawCor Ltd. (TSX:SCL.A) said Wednesday its Bredero Shaw division has won contracts worth more than $60 million contract to provide coatings for pipeline... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Delhi Transport Corp. orders 3,125 buses equipped with Cummins Westport engines</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081015/44866__delhi_transport_corp_orders_3_125_buses_equipped_with_cummins_westport_engines_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Delhi Transport Corp. has ordered 3,125 natural gas buses equipped with engines made by Cummins Westport, a joint venture of Cummins Inc. (NYSE:CMI) and Westport Innovations Inc.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>High Liner Foods not frostbitten by Icelandic bank crisis, CFO says</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081015/44855__high_liner_foods_not_frostbitten_by_icelandic_bank_crisis_cfo_says_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LUNENBURG, N.S. - High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) said Wednesday it has ample credit to fund current operating requirements despite the receivership of Icelandic bank Landsbanki, one of High... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 09:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teranet trustees end opposition to Borealis takeover: 'current market conditions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081015/44852__teranet_trustees_end_opposition_to_borealis_takeover_current_market_conditions__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The board of trustees of the Teranet Income Fund (TSX:TF.UN) has dropped its opposition to a $2-billion takeover bid from Borealis Infrastructure Management.The change in the position... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 09:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>U.S. self-storage operator ups InStorage stake to 19.6 per cent, may buy more</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081015/44847__u_s_self_storage_operator_ups_instorage_stake_to_19_6_per_cent_may_buy_more_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A U.S. operator of self-storage facilities has taken a 19.6 per cent stake in InStorage Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:IS) and indicated it may increase its holding and make a takeover... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 07:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Tuesday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081015/44838__nhl_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Any unease Calgary Flames fans may have felt over the team's signing of Todd Bertuzzi has quickly been lifted.Three games into the NHL season, Bertuzzi already has three goals, fan sentiment is... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 01:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bertuzzi scores twice, Flames beat Avs for first win of season</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081015/44836__bertuzzi_scores_twice_flames_beat_avs_for_first_win_of_season_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Calgary's signing of Todd Bertuzzi last July was a lightning rod for controversy, with public opinion on whether he was good or bad for the team split down the middle.Three games into... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 01:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian business looking for action from stronger Harper minority</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081015/44834__canadian_business_looking_for_action_from_stronger_harper_minority_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - With an stronger minority government - just shy of a majority - Corporate Canada urged Prime Minister Stephen Harper to move swiftly to shore up the economy as a looming recession in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>St. Thomas, Ont., truck plant a victim as Daimler scraps Sterling brand, cuts jobs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/44805__st_thomas_ont_truck_plant_a_victim_as_daimler_scraps_sterling_brand_cuts_jobs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. THOMAS, Ont. - Daimler AG is ending truck production at plants in southwestern Ontario and Oregon and cutting 2,300 jobs, as the German company tries to cope with depressed demand for its heavy... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MDA to be sole supplier of HIPs to Countrywide in England and Wales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/44804__mda_to_be_sole_supplier_of_hips_to_countrywide_in_england_and_wales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (TSX:MDA) has signed a deal to be the sole supplier of home information packs to subsidiaries of Countrywide plc in England and Wales.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Avcorp says chairman increases stake in company to 20.2 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/44803__avcorp_says_chairman_increases_stake_in_company_to_20_2_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Avcorp Industries Inc. (TSX:AVP) said Tuesday that chairman Michael Scholz has increased his stake in the company to 20.2 per cent.The company said Scholz acquired 75,000 shares in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Canada's Next Great Prime Minister' nominated for international Emmy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081014/44802___canada_s_next_great_prime_minister_nominated_for_international_emmy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A Canadian reality show in which young people sparred over political issues has been nominated for an international Emmy.CBC-TV's "Canada's Next Great Prime Minister" was the only... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New Flyer receives orders for up to 845 buses worth total of US$484 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/44776__new_flyer_receives_orders_for_up_to_845_buses_worth_total_of_us_484_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - New Flyer Industries Inc. (TSX:NFI.UN) announced Tuesday it has received orders over the last three months for up to 845 buses, worth a combined US$484 million.Of these orders, 584... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TSX, loonie soar on positive sentiment, but Ontario hit with another major layoff</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081014/44771__tsx_loonie_soar_on_positive_sentiment_but_ontario_hit_with_another_major_layoff_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A global credit bailout and rising commodity prices sent Canadian stock prices and the loonie roaring higher Tuesday as investors turned an emphatic thumbs-up on a joint U.S. and European... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pole vaulter Beaumont-Courteau wins silver medal at Commonwealth Youth Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081014/44768__pole_vaulter_beaumont_courteau_wins_silver_medal_at_commonwealth_youth_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PUNE, India - Pole vaulter Ariane Beaumont-Courteau of Montreal captured a silver medal at the Commonwealth Youth Games on Tuesday.The 2008 Canadian junior champion cleared 3.90 to metres finish... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Electrovaya joins Tata Motors to make batteries for electric cars in Norway</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/44756__electrovaya_joins_tata_motors_to_make_batteries_for_electric_cars_in_norway_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Electrovaya Inc. (TSX:EFL) has connected with Tata Motors and Miljo Grenland/Innovasjon to make electric cars in Norway using Electrovaya's lithium ion battery technology.Miljo... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gusella forced to sell large percentage of stake in Petrolifera, Connacher Oil</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/44752__gusella_forced_to_sell_large_percentage_of_stake_in_petrolifera_connacher_oil_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Petrolifera Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PDP) and Connacher Oil and Gas Ltd. (TSX:CLL) announced that Richard Gusella has been forced to sell a significant portion of his common stock in the two... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 13:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>A&W income trust summer-quarter profit up 6.9 per cent to $2.7M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/44748__a_w_income_trust_summer_quarter_profit_up_6_9_per_cent_to_2_7m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - The A&W Revenue Royalties Income Fund (TSX:AW.UN) is serving up another special distribution to investors after its summer-quarter earnings rose 6.9 per cent from a year earlier to $2.7... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 13:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAW reaches tentative agreements covering St. Lawrence Seaway</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/44746__caw_reaches_tentative_agreements_covering_st_lawrence_seaway_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. CATHARINES, Ont. - A potential strike by workers that operate the St. Lawrence Seaway's locks has been averted.The union representing Seaway workers in Ontario and Quebec had been in position... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TSX: Technical issues cause delayed open for Horizons BetaPro ETFs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081014/44743__tsx_technical_issues_cause_delayed_open_for_horizons_betapro_etfs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto Stock Exchange is investigating a delay that stopped trading of Jovian Capital Corp.'s (TSX:JOV) Horizons BetaPro exchange traded funds at the open Tuesday morning."The root... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OMERS to officially open London office, to accelerate pension's expansion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081014/44739__omers_to_officially_open_london_office_to_accelerate_pension_s_expansion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System is joining other Canadian pension plans in further expanding its global presence by officially opening an office in London, which will... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Time's up: Canadian voters choose prime minister</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081014/44723__time_s_up_canadian_voters_choose_prime_minister_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The financial markets, which rattled the last two weeks of the election campaign with plunging values and doomsday predictions, reversed themselves Tuesday morning.The gloom on Bay Street... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CGI wins US$25 million financial management services and hosting contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/44721__cgi_wins_us_25_million_financial_management_services_and_hosting_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FAIRFAX, Va. - CGI Federal Inc., a wholly owned U.S. operating unit of Montreal-based CGI Group Inc., (GIB.A) says the U.S. Federal Communications Commission has awarded the company a US$25 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 09:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>St. Thomas, Ont., truck plant a victim as Daimler scraps Sterling brand, cuts jobs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/44699__st_thomas_ont_truck_plant_a_victim_as_daimler_scraps_sterling_brand_cuts_jobs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. THOMAS, Ont. - Daimler AG is ending truck production at plants in southwestern Ontario and Oregon and cutting 2,300 jobs as the German company tries to cope with depressed demand for its heavy... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NHL roundup: Monday's action on the ice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081013/44681__nhl_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_ice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A bizarre loss to the Washington Capitals has sent the high-flying Vancouver Canucks crashing back down to earth.The Capitals held the Canucks to a mere 10 shots and cruised to a 5-1 victory... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 23:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Source: Steve Molitor to fight WBA champ Caballero in unification bout</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081013/44655__source_steve_molitor_to_fight_wba_champ_caballero_in_unification_bout_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - IBF junior featherweight champion Steve Molitor will face WBA champ Celestino Caballero on Nov. 21 in a title unification bout, a source told The Canadian Press on Monday.Orion Sports... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 18:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>2,600 Magna Steyr workers to go part-time</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081013/44645__2_600_magna_steyr_workers_to_go_part_time_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VIENNA, Austria - The Austrian unit of Canadian auto parts giant Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG.A) says it plans to shift 2,600 employees to part-time work temporarily to cope with weaker sales... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Somali kidnappers threaten to kill Cdn, Australian journalists if ransom not paid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081013/44637__somali_kidnappers_threaten_to_kill_cdn_australian_journalists_if_ransom_not_paid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TEHRAN - Somali kidnappers are threatening to kill Canadian journalist, Amanda Lindhout and Australian photographer, Nigel Brennan if a $2.5 million ransom is not paid in 15 days.Tehran-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 15:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>List of nominees for the Canadian Folk Music Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081008/44617__list_of_nominees_for_the_canadian_folk_music_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Nominees for the Canadian Folk Music Awards:Traditional Album of the Year:Troy MacGillivray and Shane Cook - When Here Meets There (Lanark, N.S.)Le Vent du Nord - Dans les... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 8 Oct 2008 11:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clearwater Seafoods going-private bid frozen by Icelandic meltdown</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081008/44605__clearwater_seafoods_going_private_bid_frozen_by_icelandic_meltdown_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Clearwater Seafoods Income Fund (TSX:CLR.UN) said Wednesday its going-private transaction has been delayed by uncertainty over whether Icelandic bank Glitnir can provide its share of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 8 Oct 2008 10:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Late fiddler Oliver Schroer leads nominees at Canadian Folk Music Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081008/44604__late_fiddler_oliver_schroer_leads_nominees_at_canadian_folk_music_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - The late fiddler Oliver Schroer, who died this past July of leukemia, leads the field of nominees at this year's Canadian Folk Music Awards.Schroer, who will be honoured in a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 8 Oct 2008 10:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>InStorage REIT cool to takeover bid from TKG-Storagemart unit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081017/44603__instorage_reit_cool_to_takeover_bid_from_tkg_storagemart_unit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - InStorage Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:IS.UN) says a $3.75-per-unit takeover offer by a U.S. self-storage operator "appears to be an opportunistic attempt to acquire InStorage's... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 08:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Central banks cut interest rates by half a point in international move</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081008/44596__central_banks_cut_interest_rates_by_half_a_point_in_international_move_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Several of the world's central banks, including the Bank of Canada and the U.S. Federal Reserve, have cut short-term interest rates by half a percentage point in a co-ordinated... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 8 Oct 2008 10:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Housing starts solid, but RBC scales back economic growth projection</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081008/44594__housing_starts_solid_but_rbc_scales_back_economic_growth_projection_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian housing starts held steady in September, but with noticeable weakness in Ontario and worries about national shakiness ahead.Last month's new home construction, running at an... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 8 Oct 2008 11:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Internal corrosion, pipeline stress named as cause of Alta. sour gas failure</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44565__internal_corrosion_pipeline_stress_named_as_cause_of_alta_sour_gas_failure_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Pipeline stress where internal corrosion existed is being blamed for a Shell Canada Ltd. sour gas pipeline failure in southern Alberta nearly a year ago.The Energy Resources Conservation... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 21:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>No. 1 Laval, No. 2 Queens continue to dominate CIS football rankings</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081014/44564__no_1_laval_no_2_queens_continue_to_dominate_cis_football_rankings_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Laval Rouge et Or remain atop the Canadian Interuniversity Sport football rankings for the seventh straight week, while the No. 2 Queen's Gaels also continue their quest for an... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 21:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>BCE Acquisition gets junk rating by DBRS</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081007/44549__bce_acquisition_gets_junk_rating_by_dbrs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - BCE Acquisition Inc., the private company that is to borrow $32 billion to take over Canada's largest phone company, has been given a BB (low) issuer rating by bond rater DBRS.The rating... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 18:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Some of what was said about the economy Tuesday:</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44546__some_of_what_was_said_about_the_economy_tuesday__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ "You try to find a similar period in history and look at the conditions that will match that. But what do you do when you've never been here in history?" - Don Drummond, chief economist at TD Bank.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 18:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>People who manage, operate St. Lawrence Seaway trying to reach new contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44542__people_who_manage_operate_st_lawrence_seaway_trying_to_reach_new_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The people who manage and operate the St. Lawrence Seaway were negotiating Tuesday in the hope of reaching a new contract and avoiding a potential labour dispute that could shut down the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 19:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>G&K Services to close plants, cut jobs in U.S. and Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44540__g_k_services_to_close_plants_cut_jobs_in_u_s_and_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MINNEAPOLIS - G&K Services Inc., which makes and rents workplace uniforms, says it will cut jobs and close plants in a move to reduce costs amid a difficult economic environment.The company has... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 17:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Some facts about recessions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44533__some_facts_about_recessions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Some facts about recessions:What is a recession: A contraction of the economy. Technically it is defined as two or more successive quarters of economic shrinkage.Length: Usually from 18 to 24... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 16:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada Savings Bonds go on sale on Friday, CSB to pay two per cent interest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44532__canada_savings_bonds_go_on_sale_on_friday_csb_to_pay_two_per_cent_interest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada Savings Bonds go on sale Friday and will pay an annual interest rate starting at two per cent, while the Canada Premium Bond will pay 2.35 per cent in the first year, the Finance... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 19:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Industrial Alliance buys 50 per cent stake in Montreal office building for $100 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44527__industrial_alliance_buys_50_per_cent_stake_in_montreal_office_building_for_100_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services Inc. (TSX:IAG) has acquired a 50 per cent stake in the Edifice 1981 McGill College Inc. office building in Montreal for $100 million.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 16:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Williams says N.L. can withstand economic downturn, offshore still viable</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44522__williams_says_n_l_can_withstand_economic_downturn_offshore_still_viable_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Premier Danny Williams says that while he is concerned about the turmoil gripping the global economy, he believes that Newfoundland and Labrador's economy is well-positioned to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 16:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fairfax Financial increases stake in International Forest Products</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081007/44521__fairfax_financial_increases_stake_in_international_forest_products_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) has increased its stake in International Forest Products Ltd. (TSX:IFP.A) with the purchase of 2.4 million shares of the forestry company on the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 15:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wyn Davies gets three key roles in 2009 Stratford Shakespeare Festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081007/44520__wyn_davies_gets_three_key_roles_in_2009_stratford_shakespeare_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STRATFORD, Ont. - Geraint Wyn Davies will return for his sixth season at the 2009 Stratford Shakespeare Festival with key roles in three plays, the festival announced Tuesday.He will play the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 15:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Diagnos brings out system for identification of diabetic eye problems</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44502__diagnos_brings_out_system_for_identification_of_diabetic_eye_problems_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BROSSARD, Que. - Artificial intelligence developer Diagnos Inc. (TSXV:ADK) has launched a computer-aided system for the identification of diabetic retinopathy and other eye-related ailments.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 14:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CD releases for the week of Oct. 7</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081007/44497__cd_releases_for_the_week_of_oct_7_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here's a list of some new CD releases for the week of Oct. 7: Annuals - "Such Fun" Steve Barton - "Gallery"Bayside - "Shudder"Big and Rich - "Super Galactic Fan Pak 2"Bleeding Through -... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 13:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian performers to vote on a deal reached with advertisers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081007/44495__canadian_performers_to_vote_on_a_deal_reached_with_advertisers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian performers will vote on a tentative settlement reached with advertisers covering the production of English-language commercials, ACTRA said Tuesday.The union said the deal,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 13:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CFL fines Stampeders coach, two players for verbal abuse of officials</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081007/44488__cfl_fines_stampeders_coach_two_players_for_verbal_abuse_of_officials_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The CFL has fined two Calgary Stampeders players and an assistant coach for confronting and verbally abusing an official as he left the field following a loss to the Saskatchewan... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 13:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GLV's Water Treatment Group wins $26 million in contracts in U.S.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44486__glv_s_water_treatment_group_wins_26_million_in_contracts_in_u_s__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - GLV Inc. (TSX:GLV.B), a company that provides industrial and environmental cleanup equipment, says its Eimco water treatment group has won $26 million in new contracts.The contracts... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 12:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DBRS rates BCE Acquisition secured debt BBB (low), just above junk</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081007/44485__dbrs_rates_bce_acquisition_secured_debt_bbb_low_just_above_junk_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - DBRS has placed a bare investment-grade credit rating on secured debt of BCE Acquisition Inc., which is to borrow $32 billion to take over Canada's largest phone company in the biggest... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 12:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SNC-Lavalin wins contract for a sulphuric acid plant in Mexico</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081007/44480__snc_lavalin_wins_contract_for_a_sulphuric_acid_plant_in_mexico_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Engineering and construction giant SNC-Lavalin Group (TSX:SNC) has won a contract from Mexican company Minera y Metalurgica del Boleo S.A. to build a new 2,400 tonne a day sulphuric acid... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 12:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tillsonburg, Ont., parts supplier to lay off 430 workers: union</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081007/44478__tillsonburg_ont_parts_supplier_to_lay_off_430_workers_union_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A union official says the ongoing slump in the auto industry is forcing a southern Ontario company to lay off 430 workers.The layoffs at DDM Plastics will take effect January 1,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tim Hortons to install restaurants and kiosks at U.S.-based Tops supermarkets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44471__tim_hortons_to_install_restaurants_and_kiosks_at_u_s_based_tops_supermarkets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OAKVILLE, Ont. - Tim Hortons (TSX:THI) has made further inroads into the United States by signing a deal for 82 full-service restaurants and self-serve kiosks at Tops Friendly Markets grocery... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 10:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Potash One pressing ahead with Legacy project in Saskatchewan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/44462__potash_one_pressing_ahead_with_legacy_project_in_saskatchewan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Potash One Inc. (TSX:KCL) said Tuesday it remains committed to rapid development of its Legacy project in Saskatchewan."Despite the current challenging financial market conditions, the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 09:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Victory Nickel extends offer for Independent Nickel to Oct. 17</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081006/44429__victory_nickel_extends_offer_for_independent_nickel_to_oct_17_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Victory Nickel Inc. (TSX:NI) said Monday that it has acquired 77 per cent of the shares of Independent Nick Corp. (TSX:INI) and extended its takeover offer for the company to Oct. 17.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 6 Oct 2008 22:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD Canada Trust hikes variable mortgage rates, lines of credit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081006/44416__td_canada_trust_hikes_variable_mortgage_rates_lines_of_credit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - One of Canada's biggest mortgage lenders, TD Canada Trust, is increasing the interest rate charged for its home equity line of credit and variable-interest mortgages.The bank has been... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 6 Oct 2008 18:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Young track star Parry to carry Canada's flag at Commonwealth Youth Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081006/44415__young_track_star_parry_to_carry_canada_s_flag_at_commonwealth_youth_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jessica Parry will carry Canada's flag into the opening ceremonies of the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games in what the young runner hopes will be a springboard to bigger and better things.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 6 Oct 2008 18:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bruce Cockburn movie about Nepal screens at Planet in Focus film fest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081007/44408__bruce_cockburn_movie_about_nepal_screens_at_planet_in_focus_film_fest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Singer-songwriter Bruce Cockburn's journey to Nepal is the subject of a movie premiering at the ninth annual Planet in Focus film fest.Over 100 environmentally focused films and videos... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 10:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Securities commissions propose stricter regulation after ABCP snafu</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081006/44388__securities_commissions_propose_stricter_regulation_after_abcp_snafu_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian Securities Administrators are proposing tighter control in the rating and selling of non-bank asset-backed commercial paper.The organization of the country's securities... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 6 Oct 2008 14:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teachers' Private Capital buys U.S. cleaning and repair service Aquilex</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081006/44369__teachers_private_capital_buys_u_s_cleaning_and_repair_service_aquilex_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan is taking over Aquilex Holdings LLC, a major American provider of industrial cleaning and repair services.The pension fund's Teachers' Private Capital... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 6 Oct 2008 11:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oilexco shares hammered down after up to US$1B financing delayed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081006/44364__oilexco_shares_hammered_down_after_up_to_us_1b_financing_delayed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shares in North Sea oil producer Oilexco Inc. (TSX:OIL) slid more than 43 per cent in early Monday trading after the company announced delays in a debt financing.Oilexco said Friday that... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 6 Oct 2008 10:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank economists foresee little growth: 'different from a typical recession'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081006/44361__bank_economists_foresee_little_growth_different_from_a_typical_recession__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Economists from Canada's Big Five banks are expecting little or no growth in the near future - and their gloom could become much deeper.The word "recession" wouldn't describe the deep... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 6 Oct 2008 10:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian house price 'rate of appreciation dropping': Royal LePage</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081006/44342__canadian_house_price_rate_of_appreciation_dropping_royal_lepage_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Resale home prices in most major Canadian cities continued rising in the summer quarter, "in stark contrast to the housing market woes that continue to plague the U.S.," Royal LePage Real... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 6 Oct 2008 07:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nathan McIver scores overtime winner as Ducks edge Canucks 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081006/44329__nathan_mciver_scores_overtime_winner_as_ducks_edge_canucks_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - In his first game since being put on waivers by the Vancouver Canucks, Nathan McIver made his old team pay.The defensive defenceman's breakaway goal 22 seconds into overtime gave the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 6 Oct 2008 02:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nathan McIver scores overtime winner as Ducks edge Canucks 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081006/44327__nathan_mciver_scores_overtime_winner_as_ducks_edge_canucks_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Defenceman Nathan McIver's breakaway goal 22 seconds into overtime gave the Anaheim Ducks a 4-3 victory over the Vancouver Canucks in NHL pre-season action Sunday night.McIver came out... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 6 Oct 2008 01:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian judokas win five gold at Rendez-Vous Canada competition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081005/44308__canadian_judokas_win_five_gold_at_rendez_vous_canada_competition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ the Rendez-Vous Canada judo competition, increasing their medal total at the tournament to 28.Isabel Latulippe of St-Hubert, Que., earned her third victory in as many weeks in women's 48-kilogram... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 5 Oct 2008 21:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian among three daredevils jumping over world's tallest peak</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081005/44287__canadian_among_three_daredevils_jumping_over_world_s_tallest_peak_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KATHMANDU, Nepal - A Canadian man is among three skydiving daredevils to make the highest parachute jump ever over Mount Everest.According to the Everest Skydive 2008 official blog, Neil Jones of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 5 Oct 2008 17:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Military says Canadian soldier injured in roadside explosion in Afghanistan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081005/44250__military_says_canadian_soldier_injured_in_roadside_explosion_in_afghanistan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - A Canadian soldier was injured in southern Afghanistan on Sunday when a roadside bomb exploded near an armoured vehicle carrying troops, the military said.It said the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 5 Oct 2008 14:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kimbo Slice beaten by replacement opponent in EliteXC MMA fight</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081004/44247__kimbo_slice_beaten_by_replacement_opponent_in_elitexc_mma_fight_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SUNRISE, Fla. - Late replacement Seth Petruzelli stopped hyped heavyweight Kimbo Slice in just 14 seconds Saturday night, handing the former street fighter his first mixed martial arts loss.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 4 Oct 2008 23:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MacNeil strikes three times as Screaming Eagles tame Maineiacs 6-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081004/44245__macneil_strikes_three_times_as_screaming_eagles_tame_maineiacs_6_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Nick MacNeil scored three power-play goals as the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles trounced the visiting Lewiston Maineiacs 6-2 in Quebec Major Junior Hockey League play on Saturday night.MacNeil... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 4 Oct 2008 23:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Second quarter surge leads Edmonton past Winnipeg 36-22</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081004/44243__second_quarter_surge_leads_edmonton_past_winnipeg_36_22_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Eskimos only had one good quarter in Saturday's rematch against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. It was all they needed.Maurice Mann and Andrew Nowacki reeled in touchdown passes... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 4 Oct 2008 23:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's David Phillips reaches final at Nash Cup squash tournament</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/sports/athletes/20081004/44239__canada_s_david_phillips_reaches_final_at_nash_cup_squash_tournament_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON, Ont. - Top-seed David Phillips of Beaconsfield, Que., advanced to his first career final on the Professional Squash Association circuit on Saturday with a comeback victory over Gilly Lane... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 4 Oct 2008 22:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wild down Habs in final pre-season game, Pacioretty and Weber sent to Hamilton</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081004/44237__wild_down_habs_in_final_pre_season_game_pacioretty_and_weber_sent_to_hamilton_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The apprenticeship of promising Montreal Canadiens rookies Max Pacioretty and Yannick Weber will continue with the Hamilton Bulldogs.The two prospects, along with goalie Marc Denis,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 4 Oct 2008 23:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blake scores twice but Leafs comeback falls short in loss to Red Wings</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081004/44236__blake_scores_twice_but_leafs_comeback_falls_short_in_loss_to_red_wings_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A potential comeback by the Toronto Maple Leafs failed, but there's hope one of the players the team desperately needs to succeed is on the right track.After rallying from a two-goal... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 4 Oct 2008 23:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hamilton Tiger-Cats hang on for 44-38 upset win over Montreal Alouettes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081005/44222__hamilton_tiger_cats_hang_on_for_44_38_upset_win_over_montreal_alouettes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON - The rookie quarterback outgunned the wily veteran, and the CFL's basement dwellers shocked the class of the East in a wild shootout.Hamilton Tiger-Cats quarterback Quinton Porter, in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 5 Oct 2008 00:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Melnuk wins bronze at world university water skiing championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081004/44188__canadian_melnuk_wins_bronze_at_world_university_water_skiing_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TIANJIN, China - Kevin Melnuk of Mississauga, Ont., won the bronze medal Saturday in the men's jump competition at the world university water skiing championships.Rodrigo Miranda of Chile won the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 4 Oct 2008 11:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roughriders secure playoff spot with 37-34 victory over Stampeders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081004/44168__roughriders_secure_playoff_spot_with_37_34_victory_over_stampeders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Michael Bishop had more than one reason to smile after Friday night's 37-34 win over the Calgary Stampeders. It wasn't only that his team won, but also... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 4 Oct 2008 03:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Glencross scores OT winner as Flames beat Oilers 4-3 in feisty matchup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081004/44163__glencross_scores_ot_winner_as_flames_beat_oilers_4_3_in_feisty_matchup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - A pool of blood on the ice and packed penalty boxes: It was just like the good old days of the Flames-Oilers rivalry Friday night as Calgary wrapped up its pre-season with a 4-3 overtime... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 4 Oct 2008 01:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Karen Stevens wins silver medal at world university championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081003/44157__canada_s_karen_stevens_wins_silver_medal_at_world_university_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TIANJIN, China - Karen Stevens of Morrisburg, Ont., overcame a late arrival to win the silver medal in women's slalom on Friday at the world university water skiing championships.Regina Jaquess of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 21:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians watched homegrown political debate over U.S. one: CTV</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081003/44148__canadians_watched_homegrown_political_debate_over_u_s_one_ctv_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Faced with a choice between the U.S. vice-presidential debate and a showdown involving their homegrown political leaders, Canadian TV viewers appeared to be more interested in what was... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 18:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Loblaw strike averted in Saskatchewan; walkout still possible in Alberta</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081003/44143__loblaw_strike_averted_in_saskatchewan_walkout_still_possible_in_alberta_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - A strike has been averted at Loblaw Group (TSX:L) food stores in Saskatchewan.The United Food and Commercial Workers union says it has reached a tentative agreement with the grocery... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 17:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xerox Canada to lend U.S. parent up to C$300 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081003/44128__xerox_canada_to_lend_u_s_parent_up_to_c_300_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Xerox Canada says it intends to lend its parent Xerox Corp. (NYSE:XRX) up to C$300 million, with excess cash that's available to the Toronto-based subsidiary.The loan, to mature on or... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 16:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Sept. 22-28</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081003/44109__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_sept_22_28_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Sept. 22-28: 1 "C.S.I. Miami" (CTV, Monday) - 2,767,000 2 "Criminal Minds" (CTV, Wednesday) -... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 12:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Silver Wheaton acquires quarter of silver output From Alexco's Keno Hill project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081003/44095__silver_wheaton_acquires_quarter_of_silver_output_from_alexco_s_keno_hill_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW) has agreed to pay US$50 million to acquire 25 per cent of the silver produced at the Keno Hill project from Alexco Resource Corp. (TSX:AXR).Alexco, which... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 11:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scotiabank sells $950 million of six per cent 10-year debentures</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081003/44093__scotiabank_sells_950_million_of_six_per_cent_10_year_debentures_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS) has completed a domestic offering of $950 million of 10-year debentures paying six per cent interest.The notes qualify as Tier 2b capital for regulatory... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 11:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of Canada keeps easing money access for commercial banks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081003/44082__bank_of_canada_keeps_easing_money_access_for_commercial_banks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Bank of Canada is pumping an additional $12 billion or more into money markets to ensure Canadians have access to loans.The central bank's announcement signals that the global... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 10:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>WestJet flies more passengers in September, Air Canada and Jazz trim capacity</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081003/44076__westjet_flies_more_passengers_in_september_air_canada_and_jazz_trim_capacity_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Air Canada (TSX:AC.B)(TSX:ACE.B) had fewer empty seats in September compared with a year ago as Canada's biggest airline cut capacity faster than its passenger traffic declined.The Montreal-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 17:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SNC-Lavalin sues Altius Minerals for $21M for work on N.L. oil refinery</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081003/44070__snc_lavalin_sues_altius_minerals_for_21m_for_work_on_n_l_oil_refinery_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - A subsidiary of Montreal-based SNC-Lavalin Inc. (TSX:SNC) has launched a $21-million lawsuit against Altius Minerals Corp. (TSX:ALS), alleging it hasn't been paid for work on a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 08:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Volume heavy as tickets for 2010 Winter Olympics go on sale</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081003/44061__volume_heavy_as_tickets_for_2010_winter_olympics_go_on_sale_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Traffic to the 2010 Winter Olympics website stayed at 10 times its normal levels Friday as tickets to the Games went on sale for the first day.Organizers wouldn't release the number of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 20:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081003/44045__baseball_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CC Sabathia may have played his last game in a Milwaukee Brewers' uniform.Brett Myers rankled Sabathia with a pesky at-bat and dominated the rest of the Brewers from the mound, and Philadelphia... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 01:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Net mutual fund redemptions for September between $4.4B and $4.9B, IFIC says</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081002/44015__net_mutual_fund_redemptions_for_september_between_4_4b_and_4_9b_ific_says_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Preliminary sales numbers suggest net mutual fund redemptions for September were between $4.4 billion and $4.9 billion as equity markets took a pounding, the Investment Funds Institute of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 19:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Entire staff of 'Canadian Oxford Dictionary' cut as users turn online</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081002/44004__entire_staff_of_canadian_oxford_dictionary_cut_as_users_turn_online_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The entire staff of the "Canadian Oxford Dictionary" has been laid off because of declining sales, which the book's publisher attributes to the proliferation of free online dictionaries.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 19:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CFL announced new player safety standards that includes mandatory suspensions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081002/44001__cfl_announced_new_player_safety_standards_that_includes_mandatory_suspensions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Mark Cohon has put his players on notice.The CFL commissioner announced Thursday that effective immediately, the league has set new standards aimed at enhancing player safety.Included... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 16:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;Death Magnetic&quot; by Metallica tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081002/43981__hmv_canada_quot_death_magnetic_quot_by_metallica_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending Oct. 1.CDs1 Paper Trails - T.I.2 Death Magnetic - Metallica3 Viva La Vida or Death and All His... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 14:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brent Carver, Cynthia Dale, Colm Feore to celebrate life of Richard Monette</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081002/43976__brent_carver_cynthia_dale_colm_feore_to_celebrate_life_of_richard_monette_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STRATFORD, Ont. - Brent Carver, Cynthia Dale and Colm Feore are among actors and arts professionals who will be paying tribute to the life of Richard Monette at a public celebration on Oct. 20, the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 13:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's export development bank signs $1-billion Angola memorandum</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081002/43957__canada_s_export_development_bank_signs_1_billion_angola_memorandum_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LUANDA, Angola - Export Development Canada is preparing to provide up to US$1 billion in financing for infrastructure projects undertaken by Angola's government and up to US$16 million for... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 12:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chantal Kreviazuk, Dave Bidini among artists busking for charity in Toronto</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081002/43956__chantal_kreviazuk_dave_bidini_among_artists_busking_for_charity_in_toronto_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Chantal Kreviazuk, Dave Bidini, Mother Mother and Our Lady Peace were among the artists playing on city street corners Thursday to raise money for War Child Canada.The event was inspired... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 14:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>No initial public offerings on the TSX in third quarter as slump deepens</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081002/43948__no_initial_public_offerings_on_the_tsx_in_third_quarter_as_slump_deepens_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - For the first time in recent memory, there were no initial public offerings on the Toronto Stock Exchange during the third quarter.It was the weakest new-issue activity on the TSX ever... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 11:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bay shines in post-season opener, fellow Canadian Dempster struggles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081002/43922__bay_shines_in_post_season_opener_fellow_canadian_dempster_struggles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Jason Bay shone in his first post-season game. The same cannot be said for fellow Canadian Ryan Dempster in his first post-season start.Bay hit the game-winning two-run homer and added a double as... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 02:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Impact remain unbeaten in CONCACAF Champions League with win over CD Olimpia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081002/43917__impact_remain_unbeaten_in_concacaf_champions_league_with_win_over_cd_olimpia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras - Roberto Brown scored twice and the Montreal Impact remained undefeated in the inaugural CONCACAF Champions League with a 2-1 win over Honduran side CD Olimpia on Wednesday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 03:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hansen scores twice as Canucks defeat Flames 6-1 in pre-season game</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081002/43916__hansen_scores_twice_as_canucks_defeat_flames_6_1_in_pre_season_game_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Not only did Jannik Hansen improved his chances of staying with the Vancouver Canucks, he might have helped Vancouver coach Alain Vigneault find a permanent linemate for Ryan Kesler and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 02:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vancouver performance artist takes home $50,000 Sobey Art Award</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081001/43910__vancouver_performance_artist_takes_home_50_000_sobey_art_award_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A Vancouver artist who has drawn on Neil Young and the Beastie Boys for inspiration has been handed this year's $50,000 Sobey Art Award.Tim Lee, 32, has already built an international... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 22:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Students, choreographers among 20 dancers on 'So You Think You Can Dance Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081001/43909__students_choreographers_among_20_dancers_on_so_you_think_you_can_dance_canada__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Students, choreographers and teachers are among the 20 dancers chosen to compete in the inaugural season of "So You Think You Can Dance Canada."The 10 male and 10 female dancers were... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 22:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brisebois scores, adds two assists as Canadiens beat Bruins 3-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081002/43906__brisebois_scores_adds_two_assists_as_canadiens_beat_bruins_3_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Players come and go, but the Montreal Canadiens power play just keeps on clicking.Patrice Brisebois had a goal and an assist as the Canadiens scored three power-play goals in the second... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 00:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Colabor profit up 33 per cent, sales rise to $288.4 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081001/43896__colabor_profit_up_33_per_cent_sales_rise_to_288_4_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BOUCHERVILLE, Que. - Colabor Income Fund (TSX:CLB.UN), which owns wholesale and distribution businesses that serve retailers and restaurants, had double-digit improvements to its financial results... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 20:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sprott Resource invests $27.2M in private oil and gas firm Waseca Energy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081001/43895__sprott_resource_invests_27_2m_in_private_oil_and_gas_firm_waseca_energy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sprott Resource Corp. (TSX:SCP) has invested $27.2 million in private oil and gas company Waseca Energy Inc.Sprott Resource said it has bought 45.3 million shares of Waseca at a price or... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 20:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Host REIT increases stake in InnVest REIT to 13.3 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081001/43894__royal_host_reit_increases_stake_in_innvest_reit_to_13_3_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Royal Host Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:RYL.UN) has increased its stake in InnVest Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:INN.UN) to 13.3 per cent.Royal Host said it acquired 3.1 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 20:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Boralex temporarily suspends trading restrictions on company insiders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081001/43882__boralex_temporarily_suspends_trading_restrictions_on_company_insiders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Power producer Boralex Inc. (TSX:BLX) said Wednesday it was temporarily suspending trading restrictions to allow company insiders to buy shares."The board determined that in the current... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 18:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crescent Point invests $79 million in Shelter Bay Energy financing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081001/43880__crescent_point_invests_79_million_in_shelter_bay_energy_financing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Crescent Point Energy Trust (TSX:CPG.UN) said Wednesday has invested $78.7 million in Shelter Bay Energy Inc. as part of a $300-million private placement financing for Shelter Bay.With... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 18:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sam the Record Man sign to be lit up one last time Oct. 4</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081001/43870__sam_the_record_man_sign_to_be_lit_up_one_last_time_oct_4_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The iconic Sam the Record Man sign in downtown Toronto will be turned on one last time for the city's Scotiabank Nuit Blanche festival.For decades, two giant neon spinning records served... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 18:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petro-Canada to bring athlete families to watch at 2010</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081001/43860__petro_canada_to_bring_athlete_families_to_watch_at_2010_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Families of Canadian Olympic and Paralympic athletes who want to watch the performances of their loved ones in person instead of on TV got a big boost Wednesday.Petro-Canada will spend... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 16:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Doctor Dino named favourite for $2-million Pattison International</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20081001/43848__doctor_dino_named_favourite_for_2_million_pattison_international_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - American-based Doctor Dino has been installed as the 2-1 morningline favourite for the $2-million Pattison International thoroughbred race.The British-bred Doctor Dino will be ridden by... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 18:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ground team confirms wreckage of Fossett plane</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20081002/43839__ground_team_confirms_wreckage_of_fossett_plane_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. - Madera County sheriff says ground teams have found the wreckage of missing adventurer Steve Fossett's plane. ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 2 Oct 2008 10:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Federal government must back Canadian shipbuilding industry</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081001/43833__federal_government_must_back_canadian_shipbuilding_industry_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The federal government must commit to Canada's shipbuilding industry rather than shopping in places like Korea and Europe, the Shipbuilding Association of Canada says."Over the next 25... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 13:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GM Canada September sales down 7 per cent as trucks skid; Toyota up 14.9 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081001/43821__gm_canada_september_sales_down_7_per_cent_as_trucks_skid_toyota_up_14_9_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian auto sales in September crept slightly higher compared with a year ago, as growth in car sales - especially the more fuel-efficient models - offset a decline in light truck... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 17:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tinpo withdraws $72.4M takeover offer for Western Prospector uranium company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081001/43809__tinpo_withdraws_72_4m_takeover_offer_for_western_prospector_uranium_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Tinpo Holdings Industrial Company Ltd. has withdrawn its $72.4 million cash offer to buy Western Prospector Group Ltd. (TSXV:WNP) which, in turn, says Tinpo has no right to do so.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 11:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teck scraps Cominco brand, recasts business unit structure</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081001/43808__teck_scraps_cominco_brand_recasts_business_unit_structure_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B) is eliminating Cominco from its name and announcing a five-division structure to reflect its growth through acquisitions.The five divisions specialize in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 11:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Miriam Toews, Rawi Hage among finalists for Writers' Trust book prizes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081001/43806__miriam_toews_rawi_hage_among_finalists_for_writers_trust_book_prizes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Montreal's Rawi Hage and Winnipeg's Miriam Toews are among the authors shortlisted for the Writers' Trust of Canada awards.The finalists were announced Wednesday morning in Toronto. In... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 10:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pipeline industry urges more energetic approval process for projects</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081001/43795__pipeline_industry_urges_more_energetic_approval_process_for_projects_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The oil and gas pipeline industry is at "critical juncture" and needs a less restrictive environment for new developments, says the president of Canadian Energy Pipeline Association.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 10:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aecon Group unit sells two steam generators to Turkey for $8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081001/43786__aecon_group_unit_sells_two_steam_generators_to_turkey_for_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Aecon Group Inc. (TSX:ARE) subsidiary Innovative Steam Technologies has signed two contracts worth $8 million to supply steam generators to clients in Turkey.The company said Wednesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 08:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Strike begins at Xstrata Copper's Kidd Metallurgical plant in northern Ontario</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081001/43773__strike_begins_at_xstrata_copper_s_kidd_metallurgical_plant_in_northern_ontario_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TIMMINS, Ont. - About 675 workers at Xstrata Copper Canada's Kidd Metallurgical plant in northern Ontario have begun a strike."It is impossible for us to say at this stage how long the strike will... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 07:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Strike begins at Xstrata Copper's Kidd Metallurgical plant in northern Ontario</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081001/43770__strike_begins_at_xstrata_copper_s_kidd_metallurgical_plant_in_northern_ontario_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TIMMINS, Ont. - Workers at Xstrata Copper Canada's Kidd Metallurgical plant in northern Ontario have begun a strike."It is impossible for us to say at this stage how long the strike will last,"... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 07:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>David Moss scores twice as Calgary beatrs Edmonton 4-0 in pre-season game</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080930/43758__david_moss_scores_twice_as_calgary_beatrs_edmonton_4_0_in_pre_season_game_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - David Moss scored twice as the Calgary Flames won their fourth pre-season game in a row, defeating the Edmonton Oilers 4-0 on Tuesday.Dion Phaneuf and Eric Nystrom also scored and... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 23:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alta. energy board approves drilling of sour oil wells near small village</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/43746__alta_energy_board_approves_drilling_of_sour_oil_wells_near_small_village_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Alberta's energy regulator has given Highpine Energy Ltd. the go-ahead to drill five sour oil wells near the village of Tomahawk.The Energy Resources Conservation Board says the company... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 19:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Allen-Vanguard gets one-month reprieve, $10-million payment now due Oct. 31</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/43732__allen_vanguard_gets_one_month_reprieve_10_million_payment_now_due_oct_31_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Anti-bomb specialist Allen-Vanguard Corp. (TSX:VRS) says its lenders have agreed to a one-month delay in receiving the $10-million quarterly principal repayment that was due Tuesday.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 18:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>QuestAir and Terasen Gas sign deal on biogas project development</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/43723__questair_and_terasen_gas_sign_deal_on_biogas_project_development_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - QuestAir Technologies Inc. (TSX:QAR) and Terasen Gas Inc. have signed a deal to work together on the development of potential projects to produce bio-methane from organic waste.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Adanac Molybdenum Corp. implements shareholder rights plan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/43721__adanac_molybdenum_corp_implements_shareholder_rights_plan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Adanac Molybdenum Corp. (TSX:AUA) said Tuesday that it has implemented a shareholder rights plan that will presented and voted on by shareholders next month.Shareholders will vote Oct.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vancouver Airport Services to operate Chicago's Midway airport</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/43712__vancouver_airport_services_to_operate_chicago_s_midway_airport_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - An investment group that includes the Vancouver Airport Authority, Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC) and Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C) has won a US$2.5-billion contract to operate and... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 18:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jurors named for Charles Taylor Prize for literary non-fiction</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080930/43705__jurors_named_for_charles_taylor_prize_for_literary_non_fiction_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Warren Cariou, Jeffrey Simpson and Shirley Thomson have been named the jurors for the 2009 Charles Taylor Prize for literary non-fiction.The finalists for the $25,000 prize will be... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cameco resumes UF6 production at Port Hope, Ont., plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/43696__cameco_resumes_uf6_production_at_port_hope_ont_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO) said Tuesday that it has resumed production of uranium hexafluoride at its conversion facility in Port Hope, Ont.The Saskatoon-based company stopped production... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PDM Royalties Income Fund says it will use surplus cash to buy back units</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/43694__pdm_royalties_income_fund_says_it_will_use_surplus_cash_to_buy_back_units_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONCTON, N.B. - The income trust that owns the Pizza Delight, Mikes and other restaurant brands says it has generated surplus cash from operations and plans to buy back 50,000 to 100,000 of its... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Donlin Creek 'truly one of the world's largest gold deposits,' NovaGold says</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/43692__donlin_creek_truly_one_of_the_world_s_largest_gold_deposits_novagold_says_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - New drill results from Donlin Creek show the Alaska site "is truly one of the world's largest gold deposits with considerable potential to expand known resources," NovaGold Resources... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 15:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First female publisher of Toronto Star steps aside to head Ontario's Pan Am bid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080930/43685__first_female_publisher_of_toronto_star_steps_aside_to_head_ontario_s_pan_am_bid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jagoda Pike, the publisher of Canada's largest circulation newspaper, is leaving her post at the Star Media group to help lead Ontario's bid for the 2015 Pan American Games.Torstar Corp.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 14:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>WestJet draws Terminal 1 slot at Las Vegas airport: 'more amenities'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/43684__westjet_draws_terminal_1_slot_at_las_vegas_airport_more_amenities__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) has shifted its operations at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas from Terminal 2 to Terminal 1, which "offers more amenities, such as additional... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 14:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Raptors sign free-agent forward Jamal Sampson on Tuesday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080930/43661__raptors_sign_free_agent_forward_jamal_sampson_on_tuesday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Raptors have signed free-agent forward Jamal Sampson, a cousin of Ralph Sampson who is expected to give Toronto frontcourt depth after the loss of Nathan Jawai.The Raptors announced... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 12:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto Blue Jays keep coaching staff intact for next season</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080930/43660__toronto_blue_jays_keep_coaching_staff_intact_for_next_season_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto Blue Jays will keep their coaching staff intact next season.The team agreed to two-year contract extensions Tuesday with pitching coach Brad Arnsberg, bench coach Brian... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 12:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pop star Janet Jackson spent two hours at Montreal hospital before discharged</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080930/43643__pop_star_janet_jackson_spent_two_hours_at_montreal_hospital_before_discharged_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A spokesperson for the McGill University Health Centre says pop star Janet Jackson was discharged from the Royal Victoria Hospital about two hours after she checked in Monday night after... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 11:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of Canada welcomes U.S. actions, adds to flow of liquidity</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/43640__bank_of_canada_welcomes_u_s_actions_adds_to_flow_of_liquidity_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Bank of Canada says it "strongly welcomes the decisive actions announced today by the U.S. authorities," and Canada's economy and financial system "will benefit directly."The central... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 09:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Volvo to cut 500 jobs in Ontario, 1,400 at European truck plants</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/43637__volvo_to_cut_500_jobs_in_ontario_1_400_at_european_truck_plants_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GODERICH, Ont. - About 500 jobs are being lost in Goderich, Ont., as the Volvo group moves most motor grader work from its Ontario plant to a U.S. factory.The Swedish company - separate from the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 12:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pop star Janet Jackson spent two hours at Montreal hospital before discharged</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080930/43605__pop_star_janet_jackson_spent_two_hours_at_montreal_hospital_before_discharged_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A spokesperson for the McGill University Health Centre says pop star Janet Jackson was discharged from the Royal Victoria Hospital about two hours after she checked in Monday night after... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Contract talks between Xstrata Copper, union break down</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080929/43595__contract_talks_between_xstrata_copper_union_break_down_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TIMMINS, Ont. - Talks have broken down between Xstrata Copper Canada (TSX:FAL) and union representatives in the negotiations to renew the collective agreement at the Kidd Metallurgical site.In a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 23:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian troops in Kandahar to get early screening of Paul Gross war epic</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080929/43587__canadian_troops_in_kandahar_to_get_early_screening_of_paul_gross_war_epic_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian troops in Afghanistan are getting a special advance screening of Paul Gross's epic First World War film, "Passchendaele."Gross - who wrote, starred in and directed the tale of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 21:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Final tally of past fiscal year shows federal government surplus of $9.6B</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080929/43557__final_tally_of_past_fiscal_year_shows_federal_government_surplus_of_9_6b_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The federal government says it had a budget surplus of $9.6 billion in the 2007-08 fiscal year.Today's final number for the year ended March 31 was down from the $10.2-billion surplus... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Michel Larouche takes on supervisory coaching role with Diving Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080929/43556__michel_larouche_takes_on_supervisory_coaching_role_with_diving_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Veteran coach Michel Larouche has accepted a new supervisory position with Diving Canada, where he will be responsible for the development and enhancement of high-performance coaching in Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>FAIR deal: big names head new small-investor-rights group</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080929/43555__fair_deal_big_names_head_new_small_investor_rights_group_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadians have a new investor-rights organization with a multimillion-dollar budget and a roster of big-name directors.The Foundation for the Advancement of Investor Rights - FAIR - will... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Commodity prices down 8.9 per cent last month, still sliding: Scotiabank</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080929/43550__commodity_prices_down_8_9_per_cent_last_month_still_sliding_scotiabank_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The prices of Canada's commodity exports tumbled 8.9 per cent last month after seven consecutive record highs, and are continuing to slide, economists say.Oil and gas led the retreat,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 13:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MagIndustries reviews financing strategy for potash subsidiary</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080929/43542__magindustries_reviews_financing_strategy_for_potash_subsidiary_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - MagIndustries Corp. (TSXV:MAA) says it will undertake a review of financing strategies for its subsidiary MagMinerals Potash Corp., which is developing a 600,000 tonne per year project in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Harper offers tax breaks to parents with kids in arts programs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080929/43541__harper_offers_tax_breaks_to_parents_with_kids_in_arts_programs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Prime Minister Stephen Harper was hoping to atone Monday for describing the denizens of Canadian arts and culture as government-subsidized elitists with nothing in common with ordinary... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sun Life Financial announces Jon Boscia will join company as new president</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080929/43539__sun_life_financial_announces_jon_boscia_will_join_company_as_new_president_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF), a major insurer based in Toronto, says it has appointed veteran U.S. financial executive Jon Boscia as the company's new president.Boscia, 56, will be... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 12:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tahera Diamond gets extended court protection, remaining directors resign</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080929/43527__tahera_diamond_gets_extended_court_protection_remaining_directors_resign_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Tahera Diamond Corp. (TSX:TAH) received court approval Monday for a previously announced agreement for a Vancouver-based group, which will acquire the insolvent mining company in a cash... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 18:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brick Brewing raises a glass to new Ontario beer marketing subsidy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080929/43521__brick_brewing_raises_a_glass_to_new_ontario_beer_marketing_subsidy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Brick Brewing Co. Ltd. (TSX:BRB) is welcoming new financial support from the Ontario government to market its brands.The province announced Friday it will provide $8 million over... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ethiopia's Seboka breaks women's course record in Toronto Waterfront Marathon</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080929/43508__ethiopia_s_seboka_breaks_women_s_course_record_in_toronto_waterfront_marathon_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ethiopia's Mulu Seboka broke a course record in the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon over the weekend.She completed the 42.195-kilometre race in two hours 29 minutes five seconds... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 14:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians struggle to round of 77 but still qualify for golf World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080929/43505__canadians_struggle_to_round_of_77_but_still_qualify_for_golf_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WEJHEROWO, Poland - The Canadian team of Wes Heffernan and Graham DeLaet qualified for golf's World Cup tournament despite struggling to a round of 77 in rough conditions.Finland won the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 06:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jury selects Caribou as Polaris Music Prize winner for year's top Canadian CD</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080929/43503__jury_selects_caribou_as_polaris_music_prize_winner_for_year_s_top_canadian_cd_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Caribou took home $20,000 and the Polaris Music Prize Monday night for the CD, "Andorra," which was chosen by a jury as the year's best Canadian album.A panel of more than 170 writers,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2008 22:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brett Favre's six touchdown passes lead Jets past Cardinals 56-35</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080928/43483__brett_favre_s_six_touchdown_passes_lead_jets_past_cardinals_56_35_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - Brett Favre threw a career-high and Jets-record six touchdown passes, three to Laveranues Coles, and New York took advantage of mistakes by Arizona in a big second quarter... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2008 21:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Latulippe and Cotton win gold at judo Super World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080928/43477__canada_s_latulippe_and_cotton_win_gold_at_judo_super_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ROTTERDAM, Netherlands - Isabel Latulippe of St-Hubert, Que., and Amy Cotton of Judique, N.S., won gold medals in women's 48 kilos and 78 kilos, respectively, at the Super World Cup judo tournament... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2008 18:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Two Canadian soldiers injured Saturday in Taliban attack on outpost</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080928/43444__two_canadian_soldiers_injured_saturday_in_taliban_attack_on_outpost_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Two Canadian soldiers were wounded Saturday in an attack by Taliban insurgents on a combat outpost in the Panjwai district of Afghanistan, an area that has long bedevilled... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2008 10:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Saturday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080928/43435__baseball_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ One by one, players grabbed the microphone and told the screaming fans what they wanted to hear."We're not done yet," Chase Utley said. The Fightin' Phils are going back to the playoffs. Just... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2008 02:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chong and Gfeller finish fourth at Nebelhorn Trophy figure skating competition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080928/43433__chong_and_gfeller_finish_fourth_at_nebelhorn_trophy_figure_skating_competition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OBERSTDORF, Germany - Andrea Chong of Toronto and Guillaume Gfeller of Montreal made their senior international debut with a fourth-place finish in ice dancing at the Nebelhorn Trophy figure... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2008 00:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian pacer Somebeachsomewhere equals world speed record at Red Mile</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080927/43424__canadian_pacer_somebeachsomewhere_equals_world_speed_record_at_red_mile_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LEXINGTON, Ky. - Canadian pacing phenomenon Somebeachsomewhere won a US$134,000 division of the Bluegrass Stakes at The Red Mile on Saturday in a world-record-equalling 1:46.4."The Beach" took... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2008 20:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Jason Burnett, Rosannagh MacLennan win World Cup trampoline gold</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080927/43411__canada_s_jason_burnett_rosannagh_maclennan_win_world_cup_trampoline_gold_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LOULE, Portugal - Olympic silver medallist Jason Burnett and Rosannagh MacLennan, both of Toronto, won their first career gold medals on the World Cup trampoline circuit on Saturday at the opening... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2008 16:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Friday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080927/43374__baseball_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ If the New York Mets aren't careful, choking in September is going to feel like deja vu.With a listless loss to the Florida Marlins on Friday night, New York relinquished control of its playoff... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2008 02:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tickets to 2010 Games jump by as much as $25 with transportation costs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080927/43366__tickets_to_2010_games_jump_by_as_much_as_25_with_transportation_costs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Tickets to events at the 2010 Olympic Games just got more expensive.It will cost $25 for a round-trip bus ticket to events in Whistler, B.C., on top of a surcharge between $4 and $18... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2008 00:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian securities regulators probe for bad assets in financial services sector</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080926/43350__canadian_securities_regulators_probe_for_bad_assets_in_financial_services_sector_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian securities regulators are conducting a "fact-finding review" of money market funds in light of the worldwide credit crunch and turmoil shaking the financial services sector.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 18:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tahera Diamond signs deal with Vancouver group of explorers and developers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080926/43346__tahera_diamond_signs_deal_with_vancouver_group_of_explorers_and_developers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Tahera Diamond Corp. (TSX:TAH), which is restructuring under court protection from creditors, said Friday that is has signed a deal with a Vancouver-based group to buy the company.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 18:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CanElson Drilling, EMR Drilling announce plan to merge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080926/43344__canelson_drilling_emr_drilling_announce_plan_to_merge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - CanElson Drilling Inc. (TSXV:CDI.P), a "capital pool" company listed on the TSX Venture exchange, intend to amalgamate with EMR Drilling Inc., a private company formed in June.The two... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 17:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lower Churchill hydro project a step closer with Innu deal u Williams</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080926/43328__lower_churchill_hydro_project_a_step_closer_with_innu_deal_u_williams_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Premier Danny Williams says Newfoundland and Labrador's three-decade dream of a massive hydroelectric project on the Lower Churchill River is a step closer with a deal it... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Sept. 15-21</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080926/43320__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_sept_15_21_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Sept. 15-21:1 "House" (Global, Tuesday) - 2,684,0002 "Emmy Awards" (CTV, Sunday) - 1,541,0003... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 14:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>N.B. gallery says gift from Lord Beaverbrook includes art masterpieces</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080926/43319__n_b_gallery_says_gift_from_lord_beaverbrook_includes_art_masterpieces_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FREDERICTON - Lawyers for the New Brunswick Art Gallery say the late Lord Beaverbrook may have been a bit of a tyrant, but he wanted his legacy to include a treasure trove of art for the people of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 13:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dispute between ACTRA and ad agencies moves closer to possible strike</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080926/43313__dispute_between_actra_and_ad_agencies_moves_closer_to_possible_strike_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The labour dispute between ACTRA and Canada's advertising agencies has moved one step closer to a possible strike after 17 months of negotiations.ACTRA, which represents most... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 13:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD Bank estimates U.S. bailout could push down American dollar by 10 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080926/43307__td_bank_estimates_u_s_bailout_could_push_down_american_dollar_by_10_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - TD Bank (TSX:TD) estimates the value of the American dollar could drop by 10 per cent in the "near to medium term."A TD economics report says the huge debts that the U.S. government... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Somerset Entertainment nixes takeover offer from Fluid Music</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080926/43290__somerset_entertainment_nixes_takeover_offer_from_fluid_music_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Somerset Entertainment Income Fund (TSX:SOM.UN) has killed a possible takeover by Fluid Music Canada Inc. (TSX:FMN) after its board rejected the pricing of the deal.After reviewing a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 09:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080926/43263__baseball_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Los Angeles Dodgers lost 7-5 at home to the underachieving San Diego Padres. It didn't matter, as the Dodgers had already clinched the National League West without lifting a bat.Entering the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 01:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oilers get first exhibition win, defeating Panthers 3-2 in shootout</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080926/43261__oilers_get_first_exhibition_win_defeating_panthers_3_2_in_shootout_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Wasn't the goal for the Edmonton Oilers this year to avoid going to the shootout every single night?Marc Pouliot scored the shootout winner as the Oilers finally recorded a pre-season... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 00:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cammalleri, Roy score as Calgary Flames down Phoenix 3-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080925/43260__cammalleri_roy_score_as_calgary_flames_down_phoenix_3_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Michael Cammalleri and Andre Roy scored to help the Calgary Flames down the Phoenix Coyotes 3-1 in an NHL pre-season game Tuesday.Matthew Lombardi also scored for the Flames (2-1-0),... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 23:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian-born violinist James Ehnes wins 2008 Gramophone Award</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080925/43239__canadian_born_violinist_james_ehnes_wins_2008_gramophone_award_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON - A violinist born in Brandon, Man., a has won a prestigious award sometimes referred to as the "Oscar" of the classical music world.James Ehnes, 32, was honoured Thursday in London with... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 21:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto Rock to play game against New York Titans in Florida</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080925/43227__toronto_rock_to_play_game_against_new_york_titans_in_florida_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SUNRISE, Fla. - The National Lacrosse League is making a trip to the Sunshine State.The Toronto Rock and New York Titans will play the NLL's first-ever game in Florida on Jan. 3 at BankAtlantic... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tembec cuts lumber production in B.C. and Ontario because of weak markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080925/43206__tembec_cuts_lumber_production_in_b_c_and_ontario_because_of_weak_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TEMISCAMING, Que. - Forestry company Tembec (TSX:TMB) is cutting sawmill production at mills in British Columbia and Ontario because of softening demand and lower prices for lumber as the U.S... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>McGuinty confident Ontario can still attract automakers despite U.S. bailouts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080925/43184__mcguinty_confident_ontario_can_still_attract_automakers_despite_u_s_bailouts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ALLISTON, Ont. - Premier Dalton McGuinty says he's confident Ontario can attract future investment in the auto sector despite a proposed $25-billion infusion into the sector in the U.S.McGuinty... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 13:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian economy up by stronger than expected 0.7 per cent in July</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/43178__canadian_economy_up_by_stronger_than_expected_0_7_per_cent_in_july_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Canadian economy grew 0.7 per cent in July - well ahead of the 0.2 per cent increase projected by financial market players.But amid deepening economic turmoil, one economist commented... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 09:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Social networking site MySpace to offer millions of free songs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080925/43168__social_networking_site_myspace_to_offer_millions_of_free_songs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - MySpace.com is offering millions of free songs to visitors to its social networking site.MySpace Music has four of the largest music labels on board - EMI Music, Sony BMG, Universal... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Svein Tuft wins silver in men's time trial at world championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080925/43167__canada_s_svein_tuft_wins_silver_in_men_s_time_trial_at_world_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VARESE, Italy - A flat tire couldn't prevent Svein Tuft from racing to the podium at the road cycling world championships Thursday.The Canadian flatted with six kilometres to go but rather than... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Medical device firm CryoCath to be bought by Medtronic for $400 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080925/43160__medical_device_firm_cryocath_to_be_bought_by_medtronic_for_400_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Medtronic Inc. (NYSE:MDT) has agreed to pay $400 million to buy CryoCath Technologies Inc. (TSX:CYT), a Montreal-based company that develops specialized equipment used in heart... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Exceptionally strong' luxury home sales set to taper back: Re/Max Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080925/43157___exceptionally_strong_luxury_home_sales_set_to_taper_back_re_max_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sales of luxury homes "remain exceptionally strong" but are expected to taper off in the coming months, according to Re/Max Canada.Thursday's report from the 18,000-agent property sales... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Wednesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080925/43137__baseball_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The clubhouse was quiet, eerily like last year. The New York Mets kept trying to comprehend another brutal loss, one that left them tumbling toward another September collapse."When tomorrow comes,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 02:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>McCabe scores in shootout as Panthers sneak past Oilers 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080925/43136__mccabe_scores_in_shootout_as_panthers_sneak_past_oilers_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The muddled goaltending picture hasn't become any clearer for the Edmonton Oilers.Rookie Oilers goalie Jeff Drouin-Deslauriers made a positive impression despite losing 3-2 in shootout... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 01:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Langkow scores winner as Flames burn Coyotes 3-2 in pre-season</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080925/43134__langkow_scores_winner_as_flames_burn_coyotes_3_2_in_pre_season_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Head coach Mike Keenan saw some encouraging signs from his Flames in Calgary's 3-2 pre-season win over the Phoenix Coyotes on Wednesday night.It wasn't the win that Keenan was impressed... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Burnett gets 11 Ks despite Toronto's 6-2 loss to New York Yankees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080924/43128__burnett_gets_11_ks_despite_toronto_s_6_2_loss_to_new_york_yankees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A.J. Burnett's 11-strikeout performance will likely do nothing but fan the flames in terms of speculation about his future. As for Toronto Blue Jays fans, they left no doubt as to how... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brookfield Infrastructure to sell Brazilian transmission investments</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080924/43121__brookfield_infrastructure_to_sell_brazilian_transmission_investments_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Brookfield Infrastructure has exercised an option to sell its minority interests in a group of five related Brazilian transmission investments, TBE.The company said Wednesday it expects... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 21:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Soccer players Scott of Manitoba and Cliff of Laurentian win CIS awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080924/43119__soccer_players_scott_of_manitoba_and_cliff_of_laurentian_win_cis_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Soccer players Desiree Scott of Manitoba and Scott Cliff of Laurentian were named Canadian Interuniversity Sport athletes of the week on Wednesday.Scott, a fourth-year arts student from... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MDA warned of lower third-quarter earnings due to U.K. housing market</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080924/43112__mda_warned_of_lower_third_quarter_earnings_due_to_u_k_housing_market_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (TSX:MDA) warned Wednesday that its third-quarter earnings will be lower due to the housing and lending environment in the United Kingdom.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 18:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alouettes quarterback Calvillo named CFL offensive player of the week</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080924/43107__alouettes_quarterback_calvillo_named_cfl_offensive_player_of_the_week_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Montreal Alouettes quarterback Anthony Calvillo was named CFL offensive player of the week Wednesday after leading to his team to a 40-4 rout of the Edmonton Eskimos.Calvillo completed... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 18:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Defence rests case in Glen Race murder trial, verdict possible on Friday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080924/43091__defence_rests_case_in_glen_race_murder_trial_verdict_possible_on_friday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. - A defence lawyer for a Nova Scotia man accused of murder in New York state rested his case Wednesday after calling one witness.Judge Kevin Ryan of Clinton County Court could... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Excellon begins construction of Platosa lead-zinc mill, cuts 2009 drilling budget</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080924/43089__excellon_begins_construction_of_platosa_lead_zinc_mill_cuts_2009_drilling_budget_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Excellon Resources Inc. (TSX:EXN) says it's going ahead with construction of a mill at its Platosa lead-zinc property in Mexico but will cut back on its drilling there in 2009 to reduce... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 16:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bauer buys Mission-Itech in hockey-equipment consolidation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080924/43076__bauer_buys_mission_itech_in_hockey_equipment_consolidation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Bauer Hockey has purchased Mission-Itech Hockey, a maker of goalie equipment and other protective wear, in an ongoing consolidation of the hockey gear industry.Mission-Itech's facility... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 15:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PPG Industries to shut plants in Canada, U.S. and Europe in cost-cutting plan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080924/43075__ppg_industries_to_shut_plants_in_canada_u_s_and_europe_in_cost_cutting_plan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PITTSBURGH - PPG Industries Inc. (NYSE:PPG), the world's second-biggest paint producer, is closing two manufacturing plants in Ontario - with the loss of 320 jobs - as well as in the Netherlands in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brian Bedford to play Lady Bracknell at Stratford Shakespeare Festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080924/43054__brian_bedford_to_play_lady_bracknell_at_stratford_shakespeare_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STRATFORD, Ont. - Tony-award winning actor Brian Bedford will play Lady Bracknell in the Oscar Wilde play "The Importance of Being Earnest" at next year's Stratford Shakespeare Festival.Bedford... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 13:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Patrician Diamonds to ask shareholders to swap 10 shares for one, change name</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080924/43050__patrician_diamonds_to_ask_shareholders_to_swap_10_shares_for_one_change_name_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Patrician Diamonds Inc. (TSXV:PXC) shares lost more than a quarter of their penny-stock value on Wednesday after the company said it plans a reverse stock split.The plan to swap 10 old... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 13:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dramatists MacIvor, Murphy among five finalists for lucrative theatre prize</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080924/43035__dramatists_macivor_murphy_among_five_finalists_for_lucrative_theatre_prize_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Daniel MacIvor and Colleen Murphy are among the playwrights nominated for the lucrative Siminovitch Prize in Theatre.MacIvor, originally from Sydney, N.S., and Murphy, of Toronto, face... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 12:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>RBC's Winograd retiring from Capital Markets division; co-CEOs appointed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080924/43027__rbc_s_winograd_retiring_from_capital_markets_division_co_ceos_appointed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A generational shift is being completed at RBC Capital Markets with the appointment of co-chief executives at the top of the investment banking division of Canada's largest bank.Royal... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nexen shares rise slightly even though company says Q4 production to be cut</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080924/43019__nexen_shares_rise_slightly_even_though_company_says_q4_production_to_be_cut_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Shares of Nexen Inc. rose slightly Wednesday on the TSX even though the company predicts a nearly two-thirds drop in production from its Gulf of Mexico fields in the wake of two recent... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 10:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Plutonic 130-MW Upper Toba Valley hydro plan gets B.C. environment OK</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080924/43003__plutonic_130_mw_upper_toba_valley_hydro_plan_gets_b_c_environment_ok_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Plutonic Power Corp. (TSX:PCC) has received B.C. Environmental Assessment Office approval of a 130-megawatt hydroelectric development in the Upper Toba Valley.The project, a venture... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 07:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Developers abandon plan to build multimillion-dollar sound stage in Sask.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080924/42996__developers_abandon_plan_to_build_multimillion_dollar_sound_stage_in_sask__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Mind's Eye Pictures and other developers have abandoned plans to build a multimillion-dollar sound stage in rural Saskatchewan.The council of the Rural Municipality of Edenwold, near... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 03:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Tuesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080924/42994__baseball_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ For many of the Boston Red Sox a trip to the post-season is familiar territory but for Canadian Jason Bay, the feeling is all new."I feel like a kid, jumping around spraying champagne with all... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 01:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Michael Grabner's goal gives Canucks 2-1 win over Oilers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080924/42993__michael_grabner_s_goal_gives_canucks_2_1_win_over_oilers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Michael Grabner slipped back onto the Vancouver Canucks' radar screen Tuesday night.Grabner's second-period goal gave the Canucks a 2-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers in NHL... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 02:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bouwmeester scores winner as Florida defeats Calgary 3-2 in pre-season game</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080924/42991__bouwmeester_scores_winner_as_florida_defeats_calgary_3_2_in_pre_season_game_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Jay Bouwmeester said there was nothing fancy about his third-period goal that propelled Florida to a 3-2 win over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday, but new Panthers coach Peter DeBoer at... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tomas Plekanec scores two goals as Canadiens edge Sabres 3-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080923/42983__tomas_plekanec_scores_two_goals_as_canadiens_edge_sabres_3_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ROBERVAL, Que. - Montreal Canadiens forward Tomas Plekanec took his strong performance in Tuesday's pre-season game as a positive sign, even if it was just an exhibition match."Sure, it was only a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 23:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crystal Shawanda, Eagle & Hawk lead nominees for Cdn Aboriginal Music Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080923/42949__crystal_shawanda_eagle_hawk_lead_nominees_for_cdn_aboriginal_music_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian country singer Crystal Shawanda and Winnipeg rockers Eagle & Hawk have snagged a leading five nominations for this year's Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards.Inuit throat singer... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 17:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>National Bank reports theft of laptop with mortgage loan database</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080923/42944__national_bank_reports_theft_of_laptop_with_mortgage_loan_database_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - National Bank (TSX:NA) says its mortgage customers should be extra vigilant about suspicious activity in their accounts since Friday, when a laptop was stolen from the company's head... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Davie Yards lines up US$60M price increases; needs EDC guarantees, financing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080923/42920__davie_yards_lines_up_us_60m_price_increases_needs_edc_guarantees_financing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LEVIS, Que. - Davie Yards Inc. (TSX:DAV) said Tuesday it has arranged a total of $60 million in price increases(TSX:DAV.WT) from two clients, subject to government guarantees and a new issue of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Metal company Sigma cuts net loss to $599,000 from $935,000 despite lower sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080923/42919__metal_company_sigma_cuts_net_loss_to_599_000_from_935_000_despite_lower_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Sigma Industries Inc. (TSXV:SIC), a Quebec-based maker of composite and metal products, says it cut its net losses in the latest quarter as higher production efficiency offset a drop in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vancouver firm behind U.S. plant to recycle wastewater into fertilizer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080923/42910__vancouver_firm_behind_u_s_plant_to_recycle_wastewater_into_fertilizer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - A Vancouver company's technology is behind a proposal to build what it describes as the first U.S. plant that will turn sewage into commercial-use fertilizer.Ostara Nutrient Recovery... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>London to host 2010 women's rugby World Cup, four years after Edmonton</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080923/42907__london_to_host_2010_women_s_rugby_world_cup_four_years_after_edmonton_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DUBLIN, Ireland - The women's rugby World Cup is headed to England.The International Rugby Board has announced that London will host the 2010 World Cup, four years after Edmonton staged the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 14:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Two Canadians, Nova Scotia literacy program up for rich children's book award</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080923/42902__two_canadians_nova_scotia_literacy_program_up_for_rich_children_s_book_award_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STOCKHOLM - Two Canadians and a Nova Scotia reading program are among the nominees for the 2009 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, the most lucrative honour in children's literature.Ottawa-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brookfield Asset Management unit acquires GMAC Home Services</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080923/42894__brookfield_asset_management_unit_acquires_gmac_home_services_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Brookfield Residential Property Services division of Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A) has agreed to buy GMAC Home Services, a U.S. provider of home financing, real estate... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian economy will endure quiet and slow recovery, say Desjardins economists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080923/42880__canadian_economy_will_endure_quiet_and_slow_recovery_say_desjardins_economists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LEVIS, Que. - Canada's economy faces a long period of stagnation as several risks, including softening housing construction and a tougher credit market, will force a quiet and slow recovery, says a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 11:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cadiscor finds new gold reserves and resources at the Sleeping Giant Mine in Quebec</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080923/42876__cadiscor_finds_new_gold_reserves_and_resources_at_the_sleeping_giant_mine_in_quebec_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Cadiscor Resources Inc. (TSXV:CAO), a junior Montreal miner, says it has found new gold reserves and resources at the Sleeping Giant Mine in Quebec, a property the company is buying from... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 10:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OSC extends temporary order prohibiting short selling to Oct. 8</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081003/42863__osc_extends_temporary_order_prohibiting_short_selling_to_oct_8_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario Securities Commission extended Friday its temporary ban on short selling to Oct. 8, the same time that a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission order expires.The lead... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 3 Oct 2008 18:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vancouver Canucks beat Edmonton Oilers 4-3 in pre-season shootout</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080923/42856__vancouver_canucks_beat_edmonton_oilers_4_3_in_pre_season_shootout_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - If the Edmonton Oilers hope to establish themselves as a playoff team this season, a lot will be riding on the shoulder of Sheldon Souray.Souray had a strong start in his first game... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 06:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Monday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080923/42847__baseball_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ For one night, at least, Jensen Lewis didn't have to watch the Red Sox celebrate again.Lewis struck out Jed Lowrie with runners on second and third in the ninth inning, preserving the Cleveland... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shaw theatre festival to stage Noel Coward's 'Tonight at 8:30' collection</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080923/42846__shaw_theatre_festival_to_stage_noel_coward_s_tonight_at_8_30_collection_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ont. - The Shaw theatre festival will present what it calls a "once-in-a-lifetime celebration" of English playwright Noel Coward in its 2009 season.Each of the 10 short plays... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>The Caisse sells more than two-thirds of its stake in Open Text</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080922/42829__the_caisse_sells_more_than_two_thirds_of_its_stake_in_open_text_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec said Monday that it has sold more than two-thirds of its stake in business software company Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTC).The pension fund manager... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 19:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Student Transportation reports loss of $7 million in latest financial year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080922/42826__student_transportation_reports_loss_of_7_million_in_latest_financial_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Student Transportation of America Ltd. (TSX:STB, TSX:STB.UN) said it lost US$7 million in its most recent financial year, weighed down by one-time charges.The school bus operator, which... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 19:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Snocross star Blair Morgan severs spine in motocross accident</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080922/42814__snocross_star_blair_morgan_severs_spine_in_motocross_accident_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Blair Morgan, a star in the daredevil sports of snocross and motocross, suffered a broken back and severed spine in a motorcycle accident at a competition over the weekend, his team... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 18:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian National Railway says police union ratified new five-year contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080922/42812__canadian_national_railway_says_police_union_ratified_new_five_year_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canadian National Railway Co. (TSX:CNR) said Monday workers represented by the Canadian National Railways Police Association have ratified a new five-year contract.The agreement,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 18:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Intrinsyc cutting worldwide workforce by 20 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080922/42809__intrinsyc_cutting_worldwide_workforce_by_20_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Intrinsyc Software International, Inc. (TSX:ICS) is restructuring its operations and management, reducing its workforce by 20 per cent and shifting work to China in face of slower than... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Philip Morris International set to inhale Canadian flu vaccine maker Medicago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080922/42791__philip_morris_international_set_to_inhale_canadian_flu_vaccine_maker_medicago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Global cigarette maker Philip Morris International is set to invest $16 million in Canadian vaccine developer Medicago Inc. (TSXV:MDG), taking a 49.9 per cent stake which could grow to a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Novelist Michael Redhill named a judge for prestigious Griffin Poetry Prize</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080922/42790__novelist_michael_redhill_named_a_judge_for_prestigious_griffin_poetry_prize_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Michael Redhill, a noted Canadian novelist, poet, and playwright and publisher, will be among the judges for the prestigious Griffin Poetry Prize.The English-language award hands out... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former National Ballet artistic director David Haber dies at 81</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080922/42788__former_national_ballet_artistic_director_david_haber_dies_at_81_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - David Haber, former artistic director of the National Ballet of Canada, has died.The Montreal-born impresario died Sunday in Houston, Tex., at the age of 81, the dance company announced... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HBO Canada to begin broadcasting with comedies, live events Oct. 30</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080922/42780__hbo_canada_to_begin_broadcasting_with_comedies_live_events_oct_30_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - It's not HBO, it's HBO Canada.A new channel set to deliver a full slate of HBO series, films, comedies and live events is headed north of the border. Beginning Oct. 30, HBO Canada will... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 12:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Source: Hamilton Tiger-Cats sign star running back Kenton Keith</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080922/42772__source_hamilton_tiger_cats_sign_star_running_back_kenton_keith_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON - The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have added some star power to their lineup.A source told The Canadian Press on Monday that the CFL club has signed running back Kenton Keith through the 2010... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fording says advisers support US$14 billion cash and share sale to Teck Cominco</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080922/42771__fording_says_advisers_support_us_14_billion_cash_and_share_sale_to_teck_cominco_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Fording Canadian Coal Trust (TSX:FDG.UN), Canada's largest coal exporter, says a pair of shareholder advisory services are recommending investors endorse the Calgary company's proposed... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atrium buys Orthos Europe B.V., a Dutch company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080922/42769__atrium_buys_orthos_europe_b_v_a_dutch_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Atrium Innovations Inc. (TSX:ATB), a Quebec-based make of products for the health and nutrition industries, says it has acquired Orthos Europe B.V., for the equivalent of $11 million.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tanganyika Oil shares soar after company says it has entered into sales talks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080922/42767__tanganyika_oil_shares_soar_after_company_says_it_has_entered_into_sales_talks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Tanganyika Oil (TSX:TYK), a Calgary-based company with operations in the Middle East, says it has entered into exclusive talks with an unnamed third party to sell the company.In a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rockwell Diamonds advises shareholders to reject Pala takeover bid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080922/42746__rockwell_diamonds_advises_shareholders_to_reject_pala_takeover_bid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Rockwell Diamonds Inc. (TSX:RDI) is urging its shareholders to reject a takeover offer from global investment firm Pala Investments Holdings.Rockwell issued a statement early Monday... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 06:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Sunday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080922/42742__baseball_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ After all those championships in this celebrated place, all those unforgettable moments, the New York Yankees weren't about to be knocked out of the playoff race on a night like this.Mariano... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SCORECARD:</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080922/42741__scorecard__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the sports results from Sunday:Canadian Football LeagueMontreal 40 Edmonton 4Major League BaseballAmerican League Boston 3 Toronto 0N.Y. Yankees 7 Baltimore 3Cleveland 10 Detroit 5... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scott Glennie scores shootout winner as Brandon edges Regina 4-3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080921/42737__scott_glennie_scores_shootout_winner_as_brandon_edges_regina_4_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Scott Glennie scored the shootout winner to give the Brandon Wheat Kings a 4-3 victory over the Regina Pats in Western Hockey League action Sunday.Down 3-0 after two periods, Brandon (2-0) battled... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 23:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Playoff-bound Impact finish season with 0-0 tie against Puerto Rico</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080921/42736__playoff_bound_impact_finish_season_with_0_0_tie_against_puerto_rico_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The playoff-bound Montreal Impact wrapped up their United Soccer Leagues First Division regular season with a 0-0 tie against the Puerto Rico Islanders on Sunday.The Impact (12-12-6)... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 23:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada finishes world junior diving championships with two medals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080921/42735__canada_finishes_world_junior_diving_championships_with_two_medals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AACHEN, Germany - Pamela Ware of St-Hubert, Que., finished the women's three-metre in seventh and Riley McCormick of Victoria placed ninth on men's tower Sunday on the last day of the world junior... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 23:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians win six medals at two World Cup judo events in Europe</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080921/42731__canadians_win_six_medals_at_two_world_cup_judo_events_in_europe_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Canadian judokas won six medals over the weekend at a pair of World Cup events in Europe.In at a men's World Cup event in Oslo, Norway, Alexandre Emond of Varennes, Que., won the gold medal in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 22:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flaherty says American-type financial crisis unlikely to happen in Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080921/42717__flaherty_says_american_type_financial_crisis_unlikely_to_happen_in_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The federal finance minister says he doesn't expect the type of crisis that battered the American financial sector to occur in Canada.Jim Flaherty told CTV's "Question Period" Sunday that... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 20:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calvillo throws two touchdown passes to lead Alouettes past Eskimos 40-4</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080921/42712__calvillo_throws_two_touchdown_passes_to_lead_alouettes_past_eskimos_40_4_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Montreal Alouettes owned the football, and there was little the shell-shocked Edmonton Eskimos could do about it.Anthony Calvillo passed for 414 yards and two touchdowns as the Alouettes... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 19:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080921/42684__saturday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ American League:The Tampa Bay Rays are going where no Tampa Bay team has gone before.The AL East leaders clinched the first post-season berth in franchise history Saturday, beating the Minnesota... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2008 05:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arch Madness beats Enough Talk, sets new stakes record at Maple Leaf Trot</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080920/42681__arch_madness_beats_enough_talk_sets_new_stakes_record_at_maple_leaf_trot_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMPBELLVILLE, Ont. - Arch Madness beat Enough Talk by two and one-half lengths to win the $728,600 Maple Leaf Trot on Saturday at Mohawk Racetrack.Driven by Brian Sears, Arch Madness set a new... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 22:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Senators beat Rangers 3-2 in penalty-filled pre-season contest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080920/42680__senators_beat_rangers_3_2_in_penalty_filled_pre_season_contest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators and New York Rangers each got some early special teams practice Saturday night as the clubs opened the pre-season schedule with a rash of penalties.The Senators were... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 22:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stamps defence shuts down rookie quarterback in 34-4 win over Argos</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080920/42676__stamps_defence_shuts_down_rookie_quarterback_in_34_4_win_over_argos_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - After watching his road roommate get his first ever CFL touchdown, Calgary Stampeders safety Wes Lysack had extra motivation to get one as well.Lysack picked off rookie quarterback Cody... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 23:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Not Bourbon makes triumphant return at Overstake Stakes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080920/42670__not_bourbon_makes_triumphant_return_at_overstake_stakes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Charles Fipke's Not Bourbon made a triumphant return to the races on Saturday, winning the $125,000 Overskate Stakes.The Queen's Plate winner, who hasn't raced since he finished sixth in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 17:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians miss podium; Chinese dominate at world junior championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080920/42661__canadians_miss_podium_chinese_dominate_at_world_junior_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AACHEN, Germany - Chinese divers collected four of the six medals up for grabs on Saturday at the world junior diving championships while Canada experienced its first day without a finalist since... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 14:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Rosannagh MacLennan seventh at trampoline World Cup final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080920/42651__canada_s_rosannagh_maclennan_seventh_at_trampoline_world_cup_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TOGLIATTI, Russia - Olympic Games finalist Rosannagh MacLennan of Toronto placed seventh on Saturday in the women's trampoline event at the World Cup final in trampoline and tumbling.Huang... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 11:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Friday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080920/42633__baseball_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Cameron Maybin and his monsterous .818 average cost the Philadelphia Phillies first place in the NL East on Friday.The rookie had four singles for the second straight game, tied a franchise record... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 02:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Winnipeg QB Kevin Glenn leads Blue Bombers to 25-23 win over Tiger-Cats</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080920/42631__winnipeg_qb_kevin_glenn_leads_blue_bombers_to_25_23_win_over_tiger_cats_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON - The Winnipeg Blue Bombers and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats may have had the worst records in the CFL heading into their Friday night match-up but both teams were looking to begin the final... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 00:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tiger-Cats pay tribute to late Lancaster prior to game versus Winnipeg</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080919/42624__tiger_cats_pay_tribute_to_late_lancaster_prior_to_game_versus_winnipeg_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON - The Hamilton Tiger-Cats paid tribute to the late Ron Lancaster prior to Friday night's game against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.The Ticats showed a video montage honouring Lancaster, who... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 22:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flutie, Clemons, Pringle set for induction into Hall of Fame</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080919/42612__flutie_clemons_pringle_set_for_induction_into_hall_of_fame_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON - Doug Flutie says his time in the CFL were the best years of his football career.The legendary quarterback is being inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame this weekend along... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 19:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Keenan looking to test Bertuzzi on line with Iginla, Langkow at Flames camp</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080919/42599__keenan_looking_to_test_bertuzzi_on_line_with_iginla_langkow_at_flames_camp_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Calgary Flames head coach Mike Keenan will test out newcomer Todd Bertuzzi on a line with captain Jarome Iginla and Daymond Langkow when the NHL team holds its first training camp workout... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ware sisters fourth in synchro debut at world junior diving championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080919/42575__ware_sisters_fourth_in_synchro_debut_at_world_junior_diving_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AACHEN, Germany - Sisters Pamela and Carol Ann Ware of St-Hubert, Que., were fourth in the women's three-metre synchro event at the world junior diving championships Friday.Qinxin Zhao and Han... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 15:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arianne buy 50 per cent of two properties from Vantex Resources</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080919/42571__arianne_buy_50_per_cent_of_two_properties_from_vantex_resources_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LA PRAIRIE, Que. - Arianne Resources Inc. (TSXV:DAR) now owns 100 per cent of the Black Dog and Penaroya-Brouillan properties, after the remaining half-interest held by Vantex Resources Ltd.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 14:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Feist, Martha Wainwright among artists on climate change expedition to Greenland</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080919/42566__feist_martha_wainwright_among_artists_on_climate_change_expedition_to_greenland_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian musicians Feist and Martha Wainwright will be among artists and scientists on board a ship headed to Greenland this month in an expedition that will study the effects of climate... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 14:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Scud Stud' Arthur Kent settles lawsuit against makers of 'Charlie Wilson's War'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080919/42565___scud_stud_arthur_kent_settles_lawsuit_against_makers_of_charlie_wilson_s_war__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian reporter known as the "Scud Stud" has announced a settlement in his lawsuit against the makers of "Charlie Wilson's War" over footage used in the Tom Hanks-Julia Roberts... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 13:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Harper says no bailout for Canadian banks similar to U.S. plan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080919/42560__harper_says_no_bailout_for_canadian_banks_similar_to_u_s_plan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FARNHAM, Que. - Prime Minister Stephen Harper says Candian banks won't get the same kind of financial bailout the U.S. government has doled out to ease the Wall Street credit crunch.Harper said... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Four new reactors would have 'no significant environmental effects': Bruce Power</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080919/42559__four_new_reactors_would_have_no_significant_environmental_effects_bruce_power_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - As many as four new nuclear reactors on the Lake Huron shore would have "no significant environmental effects," the Bruce Power partnership said Friday as it submitted two years worth of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 13:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec tale of 10-year-old boy wins prizes at Atlantic film fest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080919/42552__quebec_tale_of_10_year_old_boy_wins_prizes_at_atlantic_film_fest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - A Quebec movie about a rambunctious 10-year-old who unravels after his parents divorce has picked up awards for best Canadian feature and best actor at the Atlantic Film Festival."C'est... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 12:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>in</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080919/42550__in_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Sept. 8-14: 1 "Fringe" (CTV, Tuesday) - 1,539,000 2 "Canadian Idol" (CTV, Monday) - 1,467,000 3... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 12:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080919/42522__baseball_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Tired of losing key games in the late innings, the Minnesota Twins improved their playoff chances by overcoming a three-homer performance from Evan Longoria and rallying for a win over Tampa Bay.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 00:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Victoria's Kemp wins bronze at world junior diving championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080918/42509__victoria_s_kemp_wins_bronze_at_world_junior_diving_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AACHEN, Germany - Rachel Kemp of Victoria won Canada's second medal in two days at the world junior diving championships on Thursday earning the bronze medal in the women's platform event in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 21:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tori Spelling says tabloid reports on Cdn. '90210' star show she's 'made it'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080918/42488__tori_spelling_says_tabloid_reports_on_cdn_90210_star_show_she_s_made_it__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "Beverly Hills, 90210" alum Tori Spelling has some words of encouragement for Canadian actress Shenae Grimes amid rampant rumours surrounding her behaviour on the set of the new "90210"... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 18:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lightweight Nate Diaz defeats Josh Neer at Ultimate Fight Night</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080918/42476__lightweight_nate_diaz_defeats_josh_neer_at_ultimate_fight_night_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OMAHA, Neb. - Lightweight Nate Diaz used a strong third round to win a split decision over Josh (The Dentist) Neer in the main event of a UFC Fight Night card Wednesday night at the Omaha Civic... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 15:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Heritage Oil in 'highly preliminary' talks over sale of assets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080918/42458__heritage_oil_in_highly_preliminary_talks_over_sale_of_assets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Heritage Oil Ltd. (TSX:HOC) said Thursday it is in "highly preliminary discussions" with a possible buyer for some of its assets, which could include a sale of the company.Trading in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 12:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CIBC announces 18 new branch locations as retail strategy rolls out</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080918/42454__cibc_announces_18_new_branch_locations_as_retail_strategy_rolls_out_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - While the financial sector is transfixed by turmoil in global money markets, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) continues building its core Canadian retail franchise, announcing... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 12:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Great-West Lifeco says it has C$448 million in Lehman and AIG exposures</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080918/42442__great_west_lifeco_says_it_has_c_448_million_in_lehman_and_aig_exposures_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Great-West Lifeco Inc. (TSX:GWO), one of Canada's biggest life insurance companies, says it holds about C$448 million in investments in insolvent Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc, and bailed... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 10:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Leading indicator and wholesale sales post gains: Statistics Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080918/42439__leading_indicator_and_wholesale_sales_post_gains_statistics_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says its composite leading index rose in August, nudged higher by ongoing strength in household spending.The agency also reported Thursday that wholesale sales increased... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 10:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec film 'The Necessities of Life' to be Canada's foreign language Oscar entry</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080918/42438__quebec_film_the_necessities_of_life_to_be_canada_s_foreign_language_oscar_entry_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - "The Necessities of Life," a Quebec movie about an Inuit hunter in the early 1950s, will be Canada's bid for an Oscar in the category of best foreign-language film.Directed by Benoit... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 09:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of Canada and other central banks strive to avert financial meltdown</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080918/42430__bank_of_canada_and_other_central_banks_strive_to_avert_financial_meltdown_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Confronting the deepest money market crisis since the Great Depression, central bankers around the world pledged as much as a quarter of a trillion dollars Thursday to support confidence... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 18:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of Canada joins other central banks to support global money markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080918/42428__bank_of_canada_joins_other_central_banks_to_support_global_money_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Bank of Canada is joining the U.S. Federal Reserve and central bankers in Europe and Japan to shovel up to a quarter of a trillion dollars into global money markets as they strive to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 09:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Wednesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080918/42421__baseball_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ What the Tampa Bay Rays lack in star power, they make up for in a team work ethic that has them on the cusp of a playoff berth.The American League East-leading Rays beat the star-studded Boston... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 01:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Renasant to repurchase up to 3.5 million of its shares for $1.75 per share</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080917/42390__renasant_to_repurchase_up_to_3_5_million_of_its_shares_for_1_75_per_share_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Renasant Financial Partners Ltd. (TSX:REN) said Wednesday it plans to buy back up to 3.5 million or about 40 per cent of its outstanding shares for $1.75 per share.Shares in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 18:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bank of Canada stands aside from co-ordinated US$ auctions by other central banks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081007/42382__bank_of_canada_stands_aside_from_co_ordinated_us_auctions_by_other_central_banks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Bank of Canada said Tuesday it is not taking part in a co-ordinated action by other central banks to expand their provision of U.S.-dollar liquidity.The bank said it "welcomes these... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 7 Oct 2008 09:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Maple Leaf reopens plant linked to deadly nationwide Listeria outbreak</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080917/42378__maple_leaf_reopens_plant_linked_to_deadly_nationwide_listeria_outbreak_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) products are expected to reappear on store shelves next week, but not before undergoing rigorous safety testing, CEO Michael McCain said Wednesday.On Wednesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 17:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New rivals to Rogers, Bell and Telus expected to hold one-quarter of market</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080917/42372__new_rivals_to_rogers_bell_and_telus_expected_to_hold_one_quarter_of_market_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - New entrants to Canada's wireless service industry will have nearly one-quarter of all subscribers by the end of 2015, the Convergence Consulting Group estimates.The biggest challengers... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Outspoken retired general Rick Hillier tackling memoirs in two books</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080917/42362__outspoken_retired_general_rick_hillier_tackling_memoirs_in_two_books_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Retired general Rick Hillier, the outspoken former chief of the Canadian Forces, is writing his memoirs set to be published in two books scheduled for release next year and in 2010.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Olympian Abel wins silver at world diving championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080917/42357__canadian_olympian_abel_wins_silver_at_world_diving_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AACHEN, Germany - Olympian Jennifer Abel of Laval, Que., aced her final dive to capture the silver medal in the women's three-metre springboard event Wednesday at the world junior diving... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Golden Predator Mines delays startup of Nevada tungsten mill</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080917/42355__golden_predator_mines_delays_startup_of_nevada_tungsten_mill_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Golden Predator Mines Inc. (TSX:GP) is cutting costs and delaying the mill startup at its Springer tungsten redevelopment in northwestern Nevada, citing "events in global financial... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Feist, k.d. lang, Nickelback get western Canadian international achievement awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080917/42354__feist_k_d_lang_nickelback_get_western_canadian_international_achievement_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Alberta music stars Feist, k.d. lang and Nickelback are each getting international achievement honours from the Western Canadian Music Awards.The honours recognize the work of western... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Potash Corp. swallows McChip Resources leases in Saskatchewan: $250K-plus</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080917/42350__potash_corp_swallows_mcchip_resources_leases_in_saskatchewan_250k_plus_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - McChip Resources Inc. (TSXV:MCS) is granting Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan (TSX:POT) the right to mine on land held by McChip in the Rocanville area of southeastern Saskatchewan.Potash... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 13:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAW says buyouts will help younger workers in Oshawa keep jobs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080917/42346__caw_says_buyouts_will_help_younger_workers_in_oshawa_keep_jobs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Younger General Motors workers will be able to keep their jobs because of the large number of buyouts accepted at a soon-to-be shuttered truck plant in Oshawa, Ont., but the Canadian Auto... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arctic Glacier units hit all-time low after income trust suspends distributions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080917/42341__arctic_glacier_units_hit_all_time_low_after_income_trust_suspends_distributions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Units of Arctic Glacier Income Fund (TSX:AG.UN) plunged more than 60 per cent to a record low on Wednesday in the first trading since the Winnipeg-based ice distributor announced it's... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 12:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cineplex Entertainment launching fall concert series in movie theatres</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080917/42339__cineplex_entertainment_launching_fall_concert_series_in_movie_theatres_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Radiohead, Beck and the White Stripes are coming to the big screen in Canada.Cineplex Entertainment is featuring those artists and others as part of a concert series that runs from Oct.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 12:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teck Cominco reports four rich undersea copper-gold-zinc finds off Tonga</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080917/42334__teck_cominco_reports_four_rich_undersea_copper_gold_zinc_finds_off_tonga_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B) is reporting four high-grade undersea copper-gold-zinc finds on licences held by exploration partner Nautilus Minerals Inc. (TSX:NUS) off the South Pacific... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 11:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>A long period of slow growth bigger worry than recession for Ontario: Duncan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080917/42328__a_long_period_of_slow_growth_bigger_worry_than_recession_for_ontario_duncan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ontario's finance minister says people should be more concerned about a long period of slow growth rather than the possibility of a recession amid turbulence in U.S. financial markets.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 11:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tembec curtails pulp production further: one-week shutdown at Matane</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080917/42319__tembec_curtails_pulp_production_further_one_week_shutdown_at_matane_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TEMISCAMING, Que. - Tembec Inc. (TSX:TMB) is further cutting back pulp production, announcing a one-week shutdown at its mill in Matane, Que.The temporary shut-down, which begins Sept. 21, will... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 11:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shares of Manulife, Sun Life and Kingsway fall over troubles in U.S. financial sector</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080917/42315__shares_of_manulife_sun_life_and_kingsway_fall_over_troubles_in_u_s_financial_sector_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shares of three big Canadian insurance companies fell Wednesday as they revealed a total of US$1.2 billion in exposure to troubled Wall Street financial companies.Manulife Financial... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Philip Morris extends bid for Rothmans after acquiring 67.8 per cent of shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080917/42309__philip_morris_extends_bid_for_rothmans_after_acquiring_67_8_per_cent_of_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - U.S. tobacco giant Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE:PM) has extended its privatization bid for Rothmans Inc. (TSX:ROC) to Sept. 29 after acquiring just over two thirds of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 10:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Foreigners trim holdings of Canadian securities in July; Canadians buy abroad</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080917/42308__foreigners_trim_holdings_of_canadian_securities_in_july_canadians_buy_abroad_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Foreign holdings of Canadian securities declined in July for the first time since last November.Statistics Canada said Wednesday that non-resident investments were cut back by $5.6... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 09:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Tuesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080917/42290__baseball_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CC Sabathia finally lost in the National League, Ryan Dempster remained dominant at Wrigley Field, and Dale Sveum couldn't stop the bleeding in his debut as manager of the Milwaukee Brewers.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 01:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Laser's board urges shareholders to reject Jaguar Financial's bid for company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080916/42242__royal_laser_s_board_urges_shareholders_to_reject_jaguar_financial_s_bid_for_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Royal Laser Corp. (TSX:RLC) has urged its shareholders to reject an unsolicited takeover offer from Jaguar Financial Corp. (TSX:JFX) to take the industrial technology company private.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 16:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Uniserve Communications sells Parasun Technologies unit for US$20 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080916/42233__uniserve_communications_sells_parasun_technologies_unit_for_us_20_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Uniserve Communications Corp. (TSXV:USS), a Vancouver-based broadband services company, says it has entered into an agreement with an affiliate of Integrated BroadBand Services LLC to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Petitclerc finishes Paralympic racing career with gold medal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080916/42230__canadian_petitclerc_finishes_paralympic_racing_career_with_gold_medal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - It was a bittersweet day for Canada at the Paralympics on Tuesday.Montreal's Chantal Petitclerc ended her Paralympic career by winning the 1,500 metres for her fifth gold medal of these... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 16:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eastern premiers and New England governors support vehicle emission standards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080916/42226__eastern_premiers_and_new_england_governors_support_vehicle_emission_standards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BAR HARBOR, Maine - New England governors and Eastern Canadian premiers are coming out in support of California vehicle emission standards.They backed the idea Tuesday at their annual meeting in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Emera buys 25 per cent of Grand Bahama Power Co. Ltd. for US$41 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080916/42224__emera_buys_25_per_cent_of_grand_bahama_power_co_ltd_for_us_41_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Electricity company Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA) says it has bought 25 per cent of the Grand Bahama Power Co. for US$41 million as it expands its business in the Caribbean.The Halifax company,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jonathan Roy pleads not guilty to assault in QMJHL fight last March</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080916/42220__jonathan_roy_pleads_not_guilty_to_assault_in_qmjhl_fight_last_march_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SAGUENAY, Que. - Patrick Roy's son has pleaded not guilty to assault following his attack on a fellow Quebec Major Junior Hockey League goaltender.Jonathan Roy of the Quebec Remparts was not in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Inflation outlook remains highly uncertain': Federal Reserve</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080916/42218___inflation_outlook_remains_highly_uncertain_federal_reserve_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WASHINGTON - The U.S. Federal Reserve says strains in financial markets have intensified but inflation worries remain high and it is keeping short-term interest rates unchanged.Financial market... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian performers union seeks strike mandate in dispute with ad agencies</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080916/42200__canadian_performers_union_seeks_strike_mandate_in_dispute_with_ad_agencies_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A little more than a year after it ended its first-ever strike, the union that represents most English-language Canadian performers is seeking another strike mandate from its members.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 15:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Australia downs Canada 72-60 in Paralympic men's wheelchair basketball final</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080916/42187__australia_downs_canada_72_60_in_paralympic_men_s_wheelchair_basketball_final_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - The Canadian men found themselves standing in an unfamiliar spot on the podium Tuesday after losing 72-60 to Australia in the wheelchair basketball final at the Paralympic Games.Canada... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 10:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Steelworkers seal contract with Vale-Inco in Manitoba: 13.7 per cent over 3 years</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080916/42184__steelworkers_seal_contract_with_vale_inco_in_manitoba_13_7_per_cent_over_3_years_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ THOMPSON, Man. - Members of the United Steelworkers have ratified a three-year contract with Vale-Inco in Manitoba.The union said the average total increase over the three-year contract, including... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 09:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Garda signs five-year agreement with 800 Quebec cash logistics employees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081020/42167__garda_signs_five_year_agreement_with_800_quebec_cash_logistics_employees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Garda World Security Corp. (TSX:GW) said Monday it has reached a five-year collective agreement covering its 800 cash logistics employees in Quebec.The company did not disclose details... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 09:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Monday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080916/42165__baseball_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Boston Red Sox showed they want to head into October as the American League East champions by launching six homers off Tampa Bay's shell-shocked pitching staff.The defending World Series... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2008 07:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>West Fraser to acquire Stuart Lake Lumber, terms not released</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080915/42148__west_fraser_to_acquire_stuart_lake_lumber_terms_not_released_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (TSX:WFT) has signed a deal to buy Stuart Lake Lumber Co. Ltd. which owns a sawmill in Fort St. James, B.C., and a forest license, the company said Monday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 22:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Virtek gets rival unsolicited bid from Jaguar Financial</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080915/42131__virtek_gets_rival_unsolicited_bid_from_jaguar_financial_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Merchant bank Jaguar Financial Corp. (TSSX:JFX) has made a rival bid for Virtek Vision International Inc. (TSX:VRK) that values the maker of industrial lasers at about $37.5... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 18:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kreek leads six summer athletes elected to COC's Athletes Council</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080915/42126__kreek_leads_six_summer_athletes_elected_to_coc_s_athletes_council_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Olympic gold medallist Adam Kreek headlines six accomplished athletes that have been elected to the Canadian Olympic Committee's Athletes Council.Kreek, who was a member of the men's... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 18:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Edmonton Rush acquire Spencer Martin from Portland for Matt Brown</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080915/42121__edmonton_rush_acquire_spencer_martin_from_portland_for_matt_brown_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - The Edmonton Rush acquired forward Spencer Martin from the Portland LumberJax on Monday in a swap of forwards.The Rush sent Matt Brown to Portland in the National Lacrosse League deal.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MDA customer upgrades to Radarsat-2, upgrade worth $2.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080915/42119__mda_customer_upgrades_to_radarsat_2_upgrade_worth_2_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (TSX:MDA) said Monday that a confidential customer has signed a contract to upgrade a remote sensing ground system to receive and process... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 17:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Memorial University board chairman to step down from presidential search</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080915/42105__memorial_university_board_chairman_to_step_down_from_presidential_search_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - One of the people at the centre of Memorial University's controversial search for its next president will remove himself from the process next month, a spokesman for the school... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mutual fund sales show life in August; total assets flat compared with year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080915/42101__mutual_fund_sales_show_life_in_august_total_assets_flat_compared_with_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian mutual fund industry booked $799.6 million in net sales last month, up from $646 million in July as investors slowed their flight from the stock markets.But anxiety remained... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Michelle Stilwell captures second gold medal of Paralympic Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080915/42088__canada_s_michelle_stilwell_captures_second_gold_medal_of_paralympic_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Canada's Michelle Stilwell captured her second gold medal of the Beijing Paralympics, racing to victory in the 100 metres Monday.The wheelchair racer from Nanoose Bay, B.C., clocked a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Iamgold exercises option on Cancor Mines' Gemini-Turgeon property in Quebec</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080915/42082__iamgold_exercises_option_on_cancor_mines_gemini_turgeon_property_in_quebec_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Cancor Mines (TSX:KCR), a junior Montreal miner, says Iamgold Corp. (TSX:IMG) has exercised its option to become an equal joint venture partner with Cancor on the Gemini-Turgeon gold... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal-born dancer Margie Gillis wins $50,000 Walter Carsen Prize</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080915/42081__montreal_born_dancer_margie_gillis_wins_50_000_walter_carsen_prize_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Montreal-born dancer-choreographer Margie Gillis has won the $50,000 Walter Carsen Prize for excellence in the performing arts.The annual honour, administered and presented by the Canada... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 12:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teranet seeks alternative to Borealis, acquires legal information supplier</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080915/42076__teranet_seeks_alternative_to_borealis_acquires_legal_information_supplier_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Teranet Income Fund (TSX:TF.UN) is urging its unitholders not to tender to the takeover offer from Borealis Infrastructure Management, saying it is seeking better bids.Teranet also... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 11:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CGI to build and run Ontario public education 'marketplace' in $40M contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080915/42075__cgi_to_build_and_run_ontario_public_education_marketplace_in_40m_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A) has announced a five-year, $40-million agreement to develop and manage a single electronic purchasing and procurement system for Ontario's publicly funded... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 11:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Central bankers offer assurances to traumatized financial markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080915/42072__central_bankers_offer_assurances_to_traumatized_financial_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Central bankers moved to calm financial markets Monday, with American and European central banks providing extra liquidity to market players.The Bank of Canada issued a brief statement... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 11:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xstrata Coal Canada raises stake in Erdene to more than five per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080915/42066__xstrata_coal_canada_raises_stake_in_erdene_to_more_than_five_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Erdene Resource Development Corp. (TSX:ERD), a junior Halifax mineral developer, says that Xstrata Coal Canada has raised its stake in the company to more than five per cent through the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 10:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Problems at Lehman, Merrill spill over into several Canadian companies</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080915/42065__problems_at_lehman_merrill_spill_over_into_several_canadian_companies_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A handful of Canadian companies have declared exposure to the problems of struggling U.S. investment bank Lehnan Brothers, chief among them insurance giant Sun Life Financial Inc.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 16:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SNC-Lavalin awarded C$500 million contract to build new airport in Libya</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080915/42063__snc_lavalin_awarded_c_500_million_contract_to_build_new_airport_in_libya_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Montreal-based engineering giant SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. (TSX:SNC) has won a major contract, valued at C$500 million, to build a new airport at Benghazi, Libya.The contract for Benina... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 10:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Virtek gets interest from Jaguar Financial but backs Gerber Scientific bid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080915/42056__virtek_gets_interest_from_jaguar_financial_but_backs_gerber_scientific_bid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Virtek Vision International Inc. (TSX:VRK), a maker of industrial lasers, says it has received expression of interest from Jaguar Financial Corp. on a possible rival offer to buy... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 09:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nino Ricci, Austin Clarke among authors to make Giller long list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080915/42055__nino_ricci_austin_clarke_among_authors_to_make_giller_long_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Three former winners of the Scotiabank Giller Prize have another shot at the $50,000 literary award this year.David Adams Richards, David Bergen and Austin Clarke - all past Giller... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MI Developments extends loans to struggling Magna Entertainment</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080915/42053__mi_developments_extends_loans_to_struggling_magna_entertainment_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Real estate company MI Developments Inc. (TSX:MIM.A) is providing a one-month extension of its lending to subsidiary Magna Entertainment Corp. (TSX:MEC.A) to help the struggling horse... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 09:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tembec and Quebec's Societe generale let Temlam go bankrupt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080915/42052__tembec_and_quebec_s_societe_generale_let_temlam_go_bankrupt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TEMISCAMING, Que. - Quebec laminated veneer lumber producer Temlam Inc. and subsidiary Jager Building Systems Inc. have entered bankruptcy.Temlam and Jager, owned 50-50 by Tembec Inc. (TSX:TMB)... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 09:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Sunday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080915/42036__baseball_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Toronto Blue Jays came to Boston hoping to make the American League wild-card race interesting. They left all but eliminated from playoff contention.Jon Lester held Toronto to four hits over... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2008 06:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian counts himself lucky after hunkering down for Ike in Houston</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080914/42018__canadian_counts_himself_lucky_after_hunkering_down_for_ike_in_houston_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HOUSTON - A Canadian who weathered hurricane Ike in his home in Houston is counting himself lucky.Skyscrapers in the fourth-largest city in the U.S. had their windows blown out. Airports and many... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sunday's NFL Roundup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080914/42011__sunday_s_nfl_roundup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Justin Tuck swatted Marc Bulger's pass out of the air, plucked it from his shoulder pad, and then had time to take in the scenery en route to the end zone. His 41-yard interception return in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2008 23:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>World champion Craig Alexander wins inaugural Ironman Muskoka</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080914/42006__world_champion_craig_alexander_wins_inaugural_ironman_muskoka_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HUNTSVILLE, Ont. - Former world champion Craig Alexander won the men's race while American Joanna Zeiger led from start to finish in the women's event Sunday at the Subaru Ironman 70.3 Muskoka.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2008 16:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Premont wins bronze, secures World Cup mountain biking crown</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080914/41989__canadian_premont_wins_bronze_secures_world_cup_mountain_biking_crown_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SCHLADMING, Austria. - Canadians Marie-Helen Premont and Catharine Pendrel clinched the top two spots in the World Cup women's mountain-biking standings following the season's final race Sunday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2008 13:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080914/41960__saturday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ American League:Francisco Rodriguez lifted his arms and head skyward, then sank to his knees.By striking out Raul Ibanez, the Angels' No. 57 had a new number: 58.K-Rod put himself in the record... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2008 06:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ralph, Hill and Balde win silver at final stop of ISU Junior Grand Prix</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080914/41955__ralph_hill_and_balde_win_silver_at_final_stop_of_isu_junior_grand_prix_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MEXICO CITY - Toronto natives Kharis Ralph and Asher Hill won the silver medal in ice dancing and Elladj Balde of Pierrefonds, Que., also placed silver in men's singles at the final stop in the ISU... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2008 00:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Deweycheatumnhowe beats the field by two lengths at Canadian Trotting Classic</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080914/41952__deweycheatumnhowe_beats_the_field_by_two_lengths_at_canadian_trotting_classic_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMPBELLVILLE, Ont. - Deweycheatumnhowe overcame the outside post 10 to win the $1 million Canadian Trotting Classic on Saturday night by two lengths.Deweycheatumnhoe, the 6-5 choice trained,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2008 00:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>German Ronny Rauhe wins K1 200-metre final at CanoeKayak knockout</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080913/41947__german_ronny_rauhe_wins_k1_200_metre_final_at_canoekayak_knockout_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ronny Rauhe of Germany beat out a field of Canadian and international competitors in the men's K1 200-metre final of Saturday's CanoeKayak Knockout competition.Rauhe posted a winning... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2008 22:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Simon Fraser Clan rally to beat No. 2 Saskatchewan Huskies 27-17</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080914/41944__simon_fraser_clan_rally_to_beat_no_2_saskatchewan_huskies_27_17_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Only weeks after ending their 25-game losing streak, the Simon Fraser University Clan knocked off the No. 2 ranked team in the nation.The Clan beat the University of Saskatchewan Huskies 27-17 to... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2008 00:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Viterra says striking workers going back to work while voting on &quot;final&quot; offer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080913/41941__viterra_says_striking_workers_going_back_to_work_while_voting_on_quot_final_quot_offer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Agri-business giant Viterra Inc. says its striking workers are going back to work next week while voting on an offer that the company calls its last, best offer.Viterra (TSX:VT) said in a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2008 21:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sale of Montreal hockey tickets postponed due to network glitch</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080913/41940__sale_of_montreal_hockey_tickets_postponed_due_to_network_glitch_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The sale of Montreal hockey tickets online and by phone was postponed Saturday due to technical problems.Disappointed hockey fans will have another chance next Wednesday when the site... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2008 20:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>David Asper makes another pitch to get a new CFL stadium built in Winnipeg</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080913/41935__david_asper_makes_another_pitch_to_get_a_new_cfl_stadium_built_in_winnipeg_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Media mogul David Asper is taking another run at getting a major new football stadium and amateur sports complex built in Winnipeg to replace the aging Canad Inns Stadium where the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2008 18:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Highs and lows from the Toronto International Film Festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080913/41927__highs_and_lows_from_the_toronto_international_film_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto International Film Festival ended Saturday after unspooling 312 films during a 10-day cinematic marathon. The Canadian Press writers who covered the festival pick some of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2008 16:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gold medal, world record for Canadian swimmer Stephanie Dixon at Paralympics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080913/41919__gold_medal_world_record_for_canadian_swimmer_stephanie_dixon_at_paralympics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - The Paralympic podium has become a familiar place for Stephanie Dixon.The Victoria native won the gold medal Saturday - her fourth medal at the competition - and broke her world record... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2008 20:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cdn soldier's death result of insurgent fire, not shots from security contractor</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080913/41918__cdn_soldier_s_death_result_of_insurgent_fire_not_shots_from_security_contractor_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Military officials say an investigation into the death of a Canadian soldier shot during a confusing gun battle in Zhari district last month was found to be the result of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2008 12:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Friday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080913/41903__baseball_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Cliff Lee is giving AL Cy Young voters 22 reasons to give him a November nod.Lee won his 11th straight decision and moved a remarkable 20 games over .500 with his 22nd win, leading the Cleveland... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2008 01:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calgary QB Henry Burris leads Stampeders to 41-30 win over Alouettes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080913/41902__calgary_qb_henry_burris_leads_stampeders_to_41_30_win_over_alouettes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Henry Burris threw for 408 yards and five touchdowns to lead the Calgary Stampeders to a 41-30 win over the Montreal Alouettes on Friday night.With his performance, Burris passed former... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 13 Sep 2008 01:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombers veteran receiver Stegall surpasses Pitts as CFL's receiving leader</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080912/41890__bombers_veteran_receiver_stegall_surpasses_pitts_as_cfl_s_receiving_leader_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Milt Stegall became the most prolific receiver in CFL history in style Friday night.The Winnipeg Blue Bombers veteran slotback caught a 92-yard pass at 9:02 in the second quarter to... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 23:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian National Railway to pay $10M to Alta. band in derailment along lake</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080912/41873__canadian_national_railway_to_pay_10m_to_alta_band_in_derailment_along_lake_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WABAMUN, Alta. - Canadian National Railway has reached a $10 million settlement with an Alberta band over a derailment that leaked massive amounts of oil into a popular recreational lake lake.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 19:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>High River Gold Mines forms special committee to examine strategic alternatives</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080912/41872__high_river_gold_mines_forms_special_committee_to_examine_strategic_alternatives_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - High River Gold Mines Ltd. (TSX:HRG) said Friday that it has hired CIBC World Markets and Cormark Securities as financial advisers to a special committee examining strategic alternatives,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 18:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Plazacorp issues six months notice to cancel management agreement</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080912/41871__plazacorp_issues_six_months_notice_to_cancel_management_agreement_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FREDERICTON - Plazacorp Retail Properties Ltd. (TSXV:PLZ) said Friday that it has provided notice that it would not be renewing a management agreement with Plaza Atlantic Ltd, a company owned by... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 18:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>S&P drops five companies from main TSX index, adds two</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080912/41869__s_p_drops_five_companies_from_main_tsx_index_adds_two_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Standard & Poor's says five companies - Canwest Global Communications Corp. (TSX:CGS), Centerra Gold Inc. (TSX:CG) and three other mining companies - will no longer be included in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 18:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Philip Morris receives Investment Canada approval for Rothmans offer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080912/41867__philip_morris_receives_investment_canada_approval_for_rothmans_offer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Philip Morris International Inc. said Friday that it has received approval under the Investment Canada Act for its proposed acquisition of Rothmans Inc. (TSX:ROC).In connection with the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 18:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nexterra receives order for biomass gasification system at the U.S. Energy Dept</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080912/41864__nexterra_receives_order_for_biomass_gasification_system_at_the_u_s_energy_dept_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Privately held Nexterra Energy Corp. has received a multi-million dollar contract from Johnson Controls Inc. (NYSE:JCI) to put a biomass gasification system at a U.S. Department of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 18:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Boralex Power fund says closure of wood powder-fuelled power stations wont affect distributions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080912/41858__boralex_power_fund_says_closure_of_wood_powder_fuelled_power_stations_won_t_affect_distributions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Boralex Power Income Fund (TSX:BPT.UN), a Montreal-based electricity generator, says its decision to temporarily halt its wood-residue thermal power stations at Senneterre and Dolbeau in... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Public celebration of Stratford's Richard Monette set for Oct. 20</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080912/41856__public_celebration_of_stratford_s_richard_monette_set_for_oct_20_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STRATFORD, Ont. - A public celebration of the life of Richard Monette, former artistic director of the Stratford Shakespeare Festival, is scheduled for next month.It will be held on Oct. 20 at 7... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 16:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Altius Minerals reports quarterly profit of $380,000 on $2.1 million revenue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080912/41848__altius_minerals_reports_quarterly_profit_of_380_000_on_2_1_million_revenue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Altius Minerals Corp. (TSX:ALS) said Friday it earned $380,000, down from a year ago when the company recorded a big gain on the sale of investments.The junior resource company... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>B.C. government downgrades economic growth forecast for this year and next</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080912/41838__b_c_government_downgrades_economic_growth_forecast_for_this_year_and_next_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VICTORIA - The B.C. government is downgrading its economic growth forecast for this year but Finance Minister Colin Hansen says the economy remains resilient despite problems outside the province.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 13:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chelsey Gotell leads Canada to podium sweep in women's 200M medley SM13</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080912/41826__chelsey_gotell_leads_canada_to_podium_sweep_in_women_s_200m_medley_sm13_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Chelsey Gotell led Canada to a podium sweep in swimming at the Paralympic Games on Friday.Gotell, from Antigonish, N.S., finished first in the 200-metre individual medley SM13... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 12:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Sept. 1-7</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080912/41817__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_sept_1_7_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Sept. 1-7: 1 "Bones" (Global, Wednesday) - 1,663,0002 "90210" (Global, Tuesday) - 1,358,0003... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 11:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian athlete sent to hospital with pneumonia at Paralympic Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080912/41816__canadian_athlete_sent_to_hospital_with_pneumonia_at_paralympic_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Sally Thomas, the lone powerlifter on the Canadian Paralympic Games team, has been sent to hospital suffering from pneumonia, a team official said Friday."It started out as a cold,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 11:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian industries operate at lower capacity in second quarter as demand stale</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080912/41807__canadian_industries_operate_at_lower_capacity_in_second_quarter_as_demand_stale_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian industries operated at 78.9 per cent of their capacity in the second quarter of 2008, down from 79.6 per cent in the first quarter.It was the fourth straight quarterly drop as... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 09:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ATS Automation to sell precision components group to management</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080912/41796__ats_automation_to_sell_precision_components_group_to_management_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMBRIDGE, Ont. - Factory equipment maker ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. (TSX:ATA) has agreed to sell its precision components business to a group led by current management of the money-losing... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 08:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Husky Energy acquires two blocks offshore Newfoundland and Labrador</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/41773__husky_energy_acquires_two_blocks_offshore_newfoundland_and_labrador_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Husky Energy Inc. (TSX:HSE) acquired two parcels at the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Offshore Petroleum Board land sale for the Labrador offshore region, the company said Thursday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 22:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Predictions of pain at the pumps for Canadian motorists Friday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080911/41755__predictions_of_pain_at_the_pumps_for_canadian_motorists_friday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A veteran gas-price watcher predicts many Canadian motorists will be shelling out a lot more to fill up their tanks on Friday.Longtime Liberal MP Dan McTeague is predicting gas prices... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 19:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Food manufacturing profits continue to grow, expected to hit $3.1 billion this year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/41748__food_manufacturing_profits_continue_to_grow_expected_to_hit_3_1_billion_this_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Conference Board of Canada says it expects the food manufacturing industry will feel only a short-term impact from the recent deadly outbreak of listeriosThe private-sector think-tank... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 18:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Barrick Gold sells US$1.25 billion in debt securities to fund acquisitions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080911/41742__barrick_gold_sells_us_1_25_billion_in_debt_securities_to_fund_acquisitions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX) said Thursday it has closed the sale of US$1.25 billion in debt securities, with the vast majority of the proceeds used to pay for acquisitions made earlier... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nintendo video games account for 14 of the top 20 in Canada in August</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080911/41740__nintendo_video_games_account_for_14_of_the_top_20_in_canada_in_august_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Nintendo continues to dominate the video game sales chart in Canada, accounting for 14 of the top 20 titles - including six of the top 10 - in August."Wii Fit" moved into top spot,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quotes from federal election candidates running in Newfoundland</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/41732__quotes_from_federal_election_candidates_running_in_newfoundland_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Past quotes from two election candidates running in federal ridings in Newfoundland:"The New Democrats are losers - there, I said it - a mainstream party that wouldn't win an... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clearly Canadian strikes distribution deal with Cott Corp.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080911/41721__clearly_canadian_strikes_distribution_deal_with_cott_corp__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Clearly Canadian Brands, a maker of sparkling water drinks, has completed a North American bottling deal with Cott Corp. (TSX:BCB), a transaction that will expand the market penetration... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Savary Capital backs away from Pan Asia Biofuels acquisition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/41719__savary_capital_backs_away_from_pan_asia_biofuels_acquisition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Savary Capital Corp. (TSXV:SCA.P) says it has terminated its plan to acquire Pan Asia Biofuels Corp., a Vancouver-based private company.Savary, a capital pool company, says certain... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pala Investments increases its stake in Coalcorp Mining</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080911/41711__pala_investments_increases_its_stake_in_coalcorp_mining_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Pala Investments Holdings Lld., based in Jersey, Channel Islands, is buying more than 9.6 million additional common shares of Coalcorp Mining Inc. (TSX:CCJ), increasing its ownership... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>North West Co, second quarter profits rise to $18.4 million from $14.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/41704__north_west_co_second_quarter_profits_rise_to_18_4_million_from_14_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - North West Company Fund (TSX:NWF.UN), a retailer which operates Northern and Giant Tiger stores in rural Canada, says its second quarter profits rose in the latest quarter on a more than... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 14:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eveready to convert from income trust to corporation by beginning of 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/41703__eveready_to_convert_from_income_trust_to_corporation_by_beginning_of_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Oil and gas services trust Eveready Income Fund (TSX:EIS.UN) has become the latest income fund to declare it will abandon the structure and convert to a corporation.The Edmonton-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 14:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ACTS abandons Air Canada link to become Aveos Fleet Performance</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/41699__acts_abandons_air_canada_link_to_become_aveos_fleet_performance_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Aircraft maintenance company ACTS, formerly Air Canada Technical Services, will change its name to Aveos Fleet Performance Inc. to reflect its new ownership structure.The move, which... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 14:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chelsey Gotell leads Canada to podium sweep in women's 200M medley SM13</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080912/41697__chelsey_gotell_leads_canada_to_podium_sweep_in_women_s_200m_medley_sm13_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Chelsey Gotell led Canada to a podium sweep in swimming at the Paralympic Games on Friday.Gotell, from Antigonish, N.S., finished first in the 200-metre individual medley SM13... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 17:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>C..A. Bancorp to sell AgriFinancial to Western Financial</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080911/41681__c_a_bancorp_to_sell_agrifinancial_to_western_financial_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - C.A. Bancorp stock (TSX:BKP) fell Thursday amid news that the Canadian merchant bank plans to sell its majority stake in AgriFinancial Canada Corp. to Western Financial Group Inc.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nautilus says it has found additional, copper-zinc deposits in Papua New Guinea</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080911/41678__nautilus_says_it_has_found_additional_copper_zinc_deposits_in_papua_new_guinea_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Nautilus Minerals Inc. (TSX:NUS), a Toronto-based miner, says it has discovered two new, high-grade, copper-zinc deposits in waters off Papua New Guinea in the southwestern Pacific Ocean.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Transcontinental profit rises nine per cent to $30.3 million in latest quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/41671__transcontinental_profit_rises_nine_per_cent_to_30_3_million_in_latest_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Newspaper publisher and commercial printer Transcontinental Inc. (TSX:TCL.B) increased it profits in the third quarter by nine per cent despite challenges from the value of the Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New housing prices continue slide into sixth month: Statistics Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/41665__new_housing_prices_continue_slide_into_sixth_month_statistics_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The increase in price of a new house slowed in July for the sixth month in a row, mostly because of a softening market in Western Canada.Statistics Canada says selling prices for new... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 10:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's trade surplus falls to $4.9B as import growth passes export growth</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/41660__canada_s_trade_surplus_falls_to_4_9b_as_import_growth_passes_export_growth_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's trade surplus with the rest of the world fell in July as growth in imports surpassed growth in exports.Statistics Canada says the surplus faded to $4.9 billion in July from a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 09:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xceed Mortgage third-quarter profit $1.6 million, expects fortunes to improve</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080911/41654__xceed_mortgage_third_quarter_profit_1_6_million_expects_fortunes_to_improve_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Xceed Mortgage Corp. 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(TSX:OSK) said Wednesday that its biggest shareholder has sold part of its stake in the company.The junior resource company said EurAsia Holding AG has agreed to... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 16:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>British director Guy Ritchie planned no big bash for his 40th</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080910/41589__british_director_guy_ritchie_planned_no_big_bash_for_his_40th_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Guy Ritchie already celebrated one milestone birthday this year - his wife Madonna's 50th - so the British filmmaker said he wasn't thinking much about his own milestone birthday... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 16:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AlarmForce nearly doubles nine-month net profits to $1.76 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080910/41578__alarmforce_nearly_doubles_nine_month_net_profits_to_1_76_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - AlarmForce Industries Inc., (TSX:AF) Canada's largest manufacturer and installer of live two-way voice home alarm systems, says its nine-month profits rose to $1.76 million from $921,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roughriders QB Bishop named CFL offensive player of the week</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080910/41566__roughriders_qb_bishop_named_cfl_offensive_player_of_the_week_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Saskatchewan quarterback Michael Bishop was named CFL offensive player of the week on Wednesday after leading the Roughriders to a 34-31 comeback victory over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>North American Gem signs deal too acquire Appalachia Coal Corp.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080910/41547__north_american_gem_signs_deal_too_acquire_appalachia_coal_corp__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - North American Gem Inc. (TSXV:NAG), a Vancouver-based junior miner, says it has signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire Appalachia Coal Corp., a private U.S. company with... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Viterra Q3 profit jumps to $166.7 million on agricultural sector strength</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080910/41527__viterra_q3_profit_jumps_to_166_7_million_on_agricultural_sector_strength_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Grain handler Viterra Inc. (TSX:VT) expects demand for its agriculture products to remain strong well into the future due to worldwide food shortages after racking up a 70 per cent... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Avcorp confirms CJ4 Cessna agreement, worth US$110 million over 10 yrs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080910/41525__avcorp_confirms_cj4_cessna_agreement_worth_us_110_million_over_10_yrs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Avcorp Industries Inc. (TSX:AVP) confirmed Wednesday that it has been chosen to supply the tail assembly for Cessna's new Citation CJ4 business jet.Avcorp estimates the contract will... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Paris Hilton finds doc on herself amusing at Toronto film festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080910/41517__paris_hilton_finds_doc_on_herself_amusing_at_toronto_film_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Hotel heiress Paris Hilton seems to approve of a new documentary about her life."Paris, Not France," from Los Angeles-born filmmaker Adria Petty, dissects the socialite's celebrity... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian swimmer Grand'Maison picks up third gold medal at Paralympics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080910/41515__canadian_swimmer_grand_maison_picks_up_third_gold_medal_at_paralympics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Swimmer Valerie Grand'Maison picked up her third gold medal of the Paralympic Games on Wednesday by breaking her own world record in the women's 100-metre freestyle for the visually... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 14:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ford to phase out shift at Oakville, Ont., operation; 500 jobs to be cut</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080910/41514__ford_to_phase_out_shift_at_oakville_ont_operation_500_jobs_to_be_cut_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OAKVILLE, Ont. - Ford Motor Co. said Wednesday it will eliminate 500 employees at its crossover vehicle assembly plant in the southern Ontario community of Oakville as sales of the vehicles... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 18:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Labour productivity down again in Q2, longest series of quarterly drops since 1990</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080910/41502__labour_productivity_down_again_in_q2_longest_series_of_quarterly_drops_since_1990_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The labour productivity of Canadian businesses fell for a third-straight quarter, highlighting a marked deterioriation in the country's competitiveness and a signal that growth is slowing... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 14:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Tuesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080910/41485__baseball_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Carlos Delgado is putting on such an impressive power display that he reminds Mets manager Jerry Manuel of another big hitter he once had."Albert Belle," Manuel said. "The second half of - I... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2008 01:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian housing starts rise in August to 211,000 from 186,500</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080909/41460__canadian_housing_starts_rise_in_august_to_211_000_from_186_500_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - New housing starts in Canada rose last month on a boost in condominium construction in Ontario, but more downward pressure is expected on housing in coming months, analysts say.Canada... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 18:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Campbell Resources closing Copper Rand mine in Quebec by end of year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080909/41445__campbell_resources_closing_copper_rand_mine_in_quebec_by_end_of_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Campbell Resources Inc. (TSX:CCH) said Tuesday that it will stop work at its Copper Rand mine in Quebec by the end of the year.The company said it would immediately cut 45 of the 169... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 16:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NWT energy minister says federal party leaders must make Mackenzie a priority</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080909/41444__nwt_energy_minister_says_federal_party_leaders_must_make_mackenzie_a_priority_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The energy minister for the Northwest Territories is urging federal party leaders to make developing Arctic natural gas a priority if they end up forming the next government.The timing... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 16:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atco Electric finds British, Australian partners for $700-million capital plan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080909/41443__atco_electric_finds_british_australian_partners_for_700_million_capital_plan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Atco Electric has formed an alliance with U.K.-based Balfour Beatty and Australia-based United Group Ltd., which will help the Calgary-based company to upgrade its Alberta transmission... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 16:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Small quantity of oil spills into ocean from White Rose field off N.L.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080909/41442__small_quantity_of_oil_spills_into_ocean_from_white_rose_field_off_n_l__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - There's been an minor oil spill on the White Rose offshore field off Newfoundland.Husky Energy (TSX:HSE) told NTV News that the equivalent of 10 to 30 barrels spilled into the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 16:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombers find new way to complete Moreno trade with Tiger-Cats</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080909/41434__bombers_find_new_way_to_complete_moreno_trade_with_tiger_cats_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - The Winnipeg Blue Bombers came up with a new package to acquire Zeke Moreno from the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Tuesday.They're sending a first-round pick in the 2009 draft and the rights... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 16:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stakes rise as Canadian women's hockey team kicks off campaign with camp</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080909/41433__stakes_rise_as_canadian_women_s_hockey_team_kicks_off_campaign_with_camp_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The Canadian women's hockey team opens its 2008-09 season in the rare position of not holding a world championship title.Forty-one players have been invited to five-day camp in Calgary... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 16:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alder Resources signs reverse takeover deal with Delavaco Energy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080909/41427__alder_resources_signs_reverse_takeover_deal_with_delavaco_energy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Alder Resources Ltd. (TSXV:ALR) said Tuesday that it has signed a reverse-takeover deal with privately held Delavaco Energy Inc., a company focused on oil exploration in South America.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 15:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stegall not surprised to see Don Matthews resurface with Toronto Argos</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080909/41426__stegall_not_surprised_to_see_don_matthews_resurface_with_toronto_argos_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - It's a move that sent shockwaves through the CFL, but Winnipeg Blue Bombers slotback Milt Stegall isn't the least bit surprised to see Don Matthews back coaching the Toronto Argonauts.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 20:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Benoit Huot wins swimming bronze medal at Paralympic Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080909/41422__benoit_huot_wins_swimming_bronze_medal_at_paralympic_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Swimmer Benoit Huot and track athlete Stefanie Reid each won bronze medals for Canada on Tuesday at the Paralympic Games.Huot, the defending champion from Montreal, was third in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 15:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New U.S. battalion loses first soldier to IED in Kandahar's 'wild west'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080909/41416__new_u_s_battalion_loses_first_soldier_to_ied_in_kandahar_s_wild_west__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - The first U.S. battalion placed under Canadian command in Kandahar has lost its first soldier to a roadside bomb attack in the Maywand district.Pte. Vincent C. Winston Jr.,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 15:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>State trooper testifIes at Nova Scotia man's murder trial that animal attacks rare</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080909/41411__state_trooper_testifies_at_nova_scotia_man_s_murder_trial_that_animal_attacks_rare_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. - A New York State trooper has told the murder trial of a Nova Scotia man that it's unusual for anyone to be attacked by an animal in the area .During earlier testimony, two... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 14:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Simmons Canada mattress plant closure not the result of strike: CAW</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080909/41407__simmons_canada_mattress_plant_closure_not_the_result_of_strike_caw_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Simmons Canada has closed a strike-bound mattress plant in Brampton, Ont., putting approximately 150 employees out of work, but their union says the closure is not the result of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 14:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oasis postpones London, Ont., show after Noel Gallagher injured in fan attack</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080909/41406__oasis_postpones_london_ont_show_after_noel_gallagher_injured_in_fan_attack_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON, Ont. - Brit band Oasis postponed their concert in London, Ont., on Tuesday after guitarist Noel Gallagher was injured in a fan attack, but the band says it's keen to visit the southern... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 13:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD Retail Card Services acquires credit card program of Canada's The Source</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080909/41399__td_retail_card_services_acquires_credit_card_program_of_canada_s_the_source_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MAHWAH, N.J. - TD Retail Card Services, a company owned by TD Bank's (TSX:TD) U.S. unit, has acquired the private label credit card program of InterTan Canada Ltd. which operates 775 The Source By... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 12:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian housing starts rise in August to 211,000 from 186,500</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080909/41359__canadian_housing_starts_rise_in_august_to_211_000_from_186_500_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The number of new housing starts in Canada grew last month on an acceleration of condominium building in Ontario, according to the country's national housing agency.Canada Mortgage and... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 10:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Monday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080909/41349__baseball_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The surging Red Sox are one win from passing Tampa Bay for first place in the AL East.A message from both teams: Don't be deceived by the Rays' recent slide. "Obviously, they're still in first... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 01:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Roy wins gold, then loses medal in controversial 5,000 race</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080909/41346__canada_s_roy_wins_gold_then_loses_medal_in_controversial_5_000_race_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - For the briefest of moments, Diane Roy was a Paralympic gold medallist.The Canadian's euphoria abruptly turned to heartbreak and frustration Monday when she was told to give back her... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 00:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pickering, Ont., man charged after assault on Noel Gallagher at Toronto show</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080908/41332__pickering_ont_man_charged_after_assault_on_noel_gallagher_at_toronto_show_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A Pickering, Ont., man has been charged after Oasis rocker Noel Gallagher was attacked at the Virgin festival on Sunday.Daniel Sullivan, 47, faces one count of assault and has been... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 19:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Norbourg boss Lacroix says he wants legal aid for fraud trial</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080908/41324__former_norbourg_boss_lacroix_says_he_wants_legal_aid_for_fraud_trial_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Vincent Lacroix, the former head of the Norbourg investment firm, says he intends to ask for legal aid to help with costs for his massive fraud trial next year.Lacroix, who is already... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 17:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Defending champion Kelai of Kenya headlines field for Scotiabank marathon</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080908/41318__defending_champion_kelai_of_kenya_headlines_field_for_scotiabank_marathon_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The promise of a rematch between reigning champion John Kelai of Kenya and Tariku Jufar of Ethiopia highlights what's being touted as the strongest-ever men's field for the Scotiabank... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 17:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Le Chateau reports Q2 profit of $9.8 million, up from $6.3 million a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080908/41316__le_chateau_reports_q2_profit_of_9_8_million_up_from_6_3_million_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Le Chateau Inc. (TSX:CTU.A) reported a more than 50 per cent increase in second-quarter profit compared with a year ago and increased the company's dividend on Monday.The clothing... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 16:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Abitex signs agreement for interest in Quebec uranium property; shares jump</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080908/41304__abitex_signs_agreement_for_interest_in_quebec_uranium_property_shares_jump_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VAL-D'OR, Que. - Abitex Resources Inc. (TSXV:ABE) shares shot up 25 per cent Monday after the company said it has signed an agreement to buy into a Quebec uranium property.Abitex said the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 14:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ABCP noteholders insist their case merits review by Canada's highest court</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080908/41297__abcp_noteholders_insist_their_case_merits_review_by_canada_s_highest_court_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A group of companies led by Jean Coutu Group (TSX:PJC.A) insists that it's of national importance for Canada's highest court to hear their case and block a controversial plan to rescue... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 13:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Congi field goal completes Roughriders comeback in 34-31 win over Bombers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080908/41290__congi_field_goal_completes_roughriders_comeback_in_34_31_win_over_bombers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - It was early in the fourth quarter and Saskatchewan Roughriders head coach Ken Miller was considering making a quarterback change with his team down 31-14 to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 12:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Grand'Maison earns second gold in Paralympic pool, Roy's gold disallowed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080908/41282__grand_maison_earns_second_gold_in_paralympic_pool_roy_s_gold_disallowed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Canada's Valerie Grand'Maison shattered her world record in the women's 400-metre freestyle for the visually impaired Monday en route to capturing her second gold medal at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 16:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Michael Ainsworth named chief executive of ARA Safety Inc.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080908/41281__michael_ainsworth_named_chief_executive_of_ara_safety_inc__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Private firm ARA Safety Inc. has named Michael Ainsworth, former executive vice-president of recently restructured Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd. (TSX:ANS), as its chief executive officer.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 11:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>RSM Richter and Chamberland Hodge merge into bigger accounting firm</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080908/41280__rsm_richter_and_chamberland_hodge_merge_into_bigger_accounting_firm_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Quebec accounting firms RSM Richter and Chamberland Hodge have merged into a bigger Montreal-based business services company with more than 400 employees.Financial terms of the deal,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 11:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sherwood Copper and Capstone to merge in $244.4-million deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080908/41273__sherwood_copper_and_capstone_to_merge_in_244_4_million_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Sherwood Copper Corp. (TSXV:SWC) and Capstone Mining Corp. (TSX:CS) have agreed to merge in a deal that will create a bigger player in the North American copper mining sector.Under... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 10:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alberta Clipper Energy says production temporarily cut in Trutch area of B.C.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080908/41266__alberta_clipper_energy_says_production_temporarily_cut_in_trutch_area_of_b_c__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Alberta Clipper Energy Inc. (TSX:ACN) says its output from natural gas operations in the Trutch area of Northeast British Columbia will be cut after a landslide that shut down a third... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 09:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Verenex Energy considers 'strategic options,' could be up for sale</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080908/41260__verenex_energy_considers_strategic_options_could_be_up_for_sale_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Verenex Energy Inc. (TSX:VNX) has indicated it may be interested in courting bidders for a possible sale, declaring Monday now is the "right time" to consider its "strategic options."The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 09:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Sunday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080908/41254__baseball_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Barring a disastrous September, Cleveland Indians ace Cliff Lee is making a serious pitch to Cy Young voters.Lee won his 10th straight decision, the longest winning streak in the majors this... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 08:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Whitecaps draw Thunder 0-0 to stay two points back of Islanders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080908/41252__whitecaps_draw_thunder_0_0_to_stay_two_points_back_of_islanders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - Fresh from a disappointing loss to the Puerto Rico Islanders, the Vancouver Whitecaps couldn't capitalize on home turf in a 0-0 draw to the Minnesota Thunder on Sunday.Neither side... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 8 Sep 2008 08:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians take gold and silver medals at wakeboard championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080907/41231__canadians_take_gold_and_silver_medals_at_wakeboard_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OKLAHOMA CITY - Rusty Malinoski led Canada to a 1-2 finish in the men's wakeboard final for the gold medal on Sunday at the World Wakeboard Championships with Aaron Rathy of Nanaimo, B.C., taking... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Sep 2008 22:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nick Skelton wins CN International Grand Prix; Eric Lamaze finishes fifth</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080907/41227__nick_skelton_wins_cn_international_grand_prix_eric_lamaze_finishes_fifth_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Nick Skelton finished with just one fault over two rounds to win his fourth CN International Grand Prix championship Sunday at Spruce Meadows.The British rider won the $1 million prize,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Sep 2008 21:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Lipscomb captures bronze in World Cup halfpipe event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080907/41220__canada_s_lipscomb_captures_bronze_in_world_cup_halfpipe_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CARDRONA, New Zealand - Crispin Lipscomb of Whistler, B.C., opened his World Cup snowboard season with a bronze medal in the men's halfpipe Sunday.The podium performance was the second straight... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Sep 2008 17:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian death toll in Afghanistan mission: 97 soldiers, one diplomat</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080907/41213__canadian_death_toll_in_afghanistan_mission_97_soldiers_one_diplomat_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Since 2002, 97 Canadian soldiers and one diplomat have died during the Afghanistan mission. Here is a list of the deaths:2008Sept. 7 - Sgt. Scott Shipway of the 2nd Battalion of the Princess... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Sep 2008 17:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Democrat Obama has edge in race for White House: Harper</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080907/41212__democrat_obama_has_edge_in_race_for_white_house_harper_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Stephen Harper has let the world in on a little secret - he thinks Democrat Barack Obama has the edge in the race for the White House."I've been following it very closely," the prime... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Sep 2008 17:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Daryl Veltman selected first overall by Boston in NLL entry draft</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080907/41203__daryl_veltman_selected_first_overall_by_boston_in_nll_entry_draft_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BOSTON - Daryl Veltman, the nephew of retired Toronto Rock star Jim Veltman, was selected No. 1 overall by the Boston Blazers in the National Lacrosse League entry draft Sunday.Veltman, from... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Sep 2008 19:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alicia Keys and Jack White plan video shoot for new Bond song in Toronto</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080907/41183__alicia_keys_and_jack_white_plan_video_shoot_for_new_bond_song_in_toronto_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - R&B singer Alicia Keys and Jack White of the White Stripes were to film the video for the new James Bond theme song in Toronto this weekend.Keys was at the Toronto International Film... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Sep 2008 13:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Grand'Maison leads Canadian sweep of podium in Paralympic pool</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080907/41178__grand_maison_leads_canadian_sweep_of_podium_in_paralympic_pool_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Valerie Grand'Maison got Canada off to a flying start at the Paralympics, leading a podium sweep in the 100-metre butterfly for the visually impaired on the opening day of competition.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Sep 2008 13:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Saturday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080907/41169__baseball_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ After a horrible August, Gregg Zaun remembered how to hit the ball at just the right moment.Zaun's two-out grand slam in the 13th inning gave the Jays a 7-4 win over the Tampa Bay Rays in front of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 7 Sep 2008 12:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Somebeachsomewhere sails to easy victory in Simcoe Stakes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080906/41141__somebeachsomewhere_sails_to_easy_victory_in_simcoe_stakes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMPBELLVILLE, Ont. - Somebeachsomewhere, a 1-9 favourite won easily in the second $132,326 division of the Simcoe Stakes on Saturday night.Paul MacDonell sent "Beach" to the front immediately... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Sep 2008 23:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brampton takes two game lead over New Westminster in Mann Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080906/41140__brampton_takes_two_game_lead_over_new_westminster_in_mann_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRAMPTON, Ont. - The Brampton Excelsior took a 2-0 series lead in the Mann Cup lacrosse championship with a 6-5 win over the New Westminster Salmonbellies on Saturday.Blaine Manning scored two... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Sep 2008 22:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>United States beats Germany to win BMO Nations' Cup title at Spruce Meadows</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080906/41136__united_states_beats_germany_to_win_bmo_nations_cup_title_at_spruce_meadows_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The United States topped defending champion Germany to win the $350,000 BMO Nations' Cup title at Spruce Meadows on Saturday.The Americans finished with four faults in 494.52 seconds in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Sep 2008 22:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dino-mite: Calgary routs No. 2 Manitoba 37-17 in CIS football stunner</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080906/41130__dino_mite_calgary_routs_no_2_manitoba_37_17_in_cis_football_stunner_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Manitoba Bisons looked nothing like defending Vanier Cup champions Saturday afternoon - but the Calgary Dinos sure did.Calgary quarterback Deke Junior completed 20 of 28 passes for 282 yards... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Sep 2008 23:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lions ride strong first half to defeat Tiger-Cats 35-12</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080906/41128__lions_ride_strong_first_half_to_defeat_tiger_cats_35_12_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON - With both teams at the bottom of their respective divisions, the B.C. Lions and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats were already in desperate situations just midway through the season, both fighting... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Sep 2008 20:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Short-handed Toronto FC suffers 3-1 loss to Chivas USA</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080906/41127__short_handed_toronto_fc_suffers_3_1_loss_to_chivas_usa_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - It was billed as a Major League Soccer game.But it sure felt like a minor-league affair for Toronto FC and the team's fans.Missing nine regulars to international duty and forced to sign... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Sep 2008 20:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zaun's home run in 13th inning lifts Jays to 7-4 win over Tampa Bay</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080906/41124__zaun_s_home_run_in_13th_inning_lifts_jays_to_7_4_win_over_tampa_bay_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The guy who couldn't buy a hit last month sure came through with a dramatic swat for the Toronto Blue Jays.Gregg Zaun's two-out grand slam in the 13th inning gave the Jays a 7-4 win over... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Sep 2008 18:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Harvey and Gagnon miss podium by half-point at ISU Junior Grand Prix</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080906/41118__canadians_harvey_and_gagnon_miss_podium_by_half_point_at_isu_junior_grand_prix_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MERANO, Italy - Tarrah Harvey of Vancouver and Keith Gagnon of Surrey, B.C., missed out on a medal by the narrowest of margins Saturday, finishing fourth in ice dancing on the ISU Junior Grand Prix... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Sep 2008 16:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hargrove prepares to step down as head of Canada's largest private-sector union</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080906/41068__hargrove_prepares_to_step_down_as_head_of_canada_s_largest_private_sector_union_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian Auto Workers delegates are gathered in Toronto on Saturday to elect a new president.After 16 years as leader of Canada's private-sector union, Buzz Hargrove is officially... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Sep 2008 03:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Burris throws three TDs as Stampeders avenge Labour Day loss against Eskimos</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080906/41062__burris_throws_three_tds_as_stampeders_avenge_labour_day_loss_against_eskimos_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - It didn't need to be pretty, it just needed to be a win.The Calgary Stampeders got exactly that on Friday night as quarterback Henry Burris recorded three touchdown passes as to help... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 6 Sep 2008 01:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dawson's five points lead Excelsiors to Mann Cup sweep of Salmonbellies</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080909/41059__dawson_s_five_points_lead_excelsiors_to_mann_cup_sweep_of_salmonbellies_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRAMPTON, Ont. - The Brampton Excelsiors swept aside the New Westminster Salmonbellies and captured their ninth Mann Cup lacrosse championship.Dan Dawson of the National Lacrosse League's Boston... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 22:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kate Hudson dives headfirst into eco-friendly hair-care line with star stylist</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080905/41053__kate_hudson_dives_headfirst_into_eco_friendly_hair_care_line_with_star_stylist_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Kate Hudson didn't hesitate before diving headfirst into her new venture away from the silver screen.But the actress admits she had her share of bad hair days in the early development... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Sep 2008 21:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Union says 174 workers at Sklar Furniture workers to lose jobs despite concessions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080905/41036__union_says_174_workers_at_sklar_furniture_workers_to_lose_jobs_despite_concessions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AJAX, Ont. - The United Steelworkers' union says it has been advised that Sklar Furniture in Ajax, Ont., has declared bankruptcy and 174 workers there will lose their jobs.The Steelworkers say... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Sep 2008 18:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tembec stock rebounds, regains most of losses after media report</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080905/41013__tembec_stock_rebounds_regains_most_of_losses_after_media_report_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Tembec Inc. shares (TSX:TMB) recovered Friday after a massive one-day drop the previous day, following a media report that the forestry company says was erroneous.Tembec shares were at... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Sep 2008 14:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Richard Guay confirmed to succeed Rousseau as Caisse de depot CEO</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080905/41008__richard_guay_confirmed_to_succeed_rousseau_as_caisse_de_depot_ceo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Quebec government has approved the appointment of Richard Guay as CEO of the Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec, Canada's biggest institutional investor.Guay, 47, had been... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Sep 2008 12:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GBS Gold stock falls 15 per cent after miner says it's in the middle of review</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080905/41005__gbs_gold_stock_falls_15_per_cent_after_miner_says_it_s_in_the_middle_of_review_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - GBS Gold International Inc. (TSX:GBS) stock fell 15 per cent amid a continued review of its operations and financing requirements.Shares in the Toronto gold company traded at 11.5 cents,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Sep 2008 12:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Waratah Coal falls 66 per cent after government rejects Australian project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080905/40993__waratah_coal_falls_66_per_cent_after_government_rejects_australian_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Waratah Coal (TSXV:WCI) stock fell 66 per cent after Australia's federal environment minister rejected its proposal for a mine, rail and port development in central Queensland.Shares in... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Sep 2008 11:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Laurentian Bank posts profit of $30.9M in Q3, hikes dividend by six per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080905/40989__laurentian_bank_posts_profit_of_30_9m_in_q3_hikes_dividend_by_six_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Laurentian Bank of Canada (TSX:LB) said Friday its third quarter profit rose to $30.9 million from $23.2 million a year ago and increased its quarterly dividend by six per cent.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Sep 2008 10:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bankruptcies up 17.2 per cent from a year earlier as more individuals go under</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080905/40983__bankruptcies_up_17_2_per_cent_from_a_year_earlier_as_more_individuals_go_under_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A swelling number of individual Canadians overwhelmed by their debts pushed bankruptcies up 17.2 per cent in July compared with a year earlier.The Office of the Superintendent of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Sep 2008 09:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Barrick set to complete takeover of Cadence Energy to hedge oil exposure</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080905/40981__barrick_set_to_complete_takeover_of_cadence_energy_to_hedge_oil_exposure_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX) announced Friday that 94 per cent of the shares of Cadence Energy Inc. (TSX:CDS) have been tendered to its takeover offer and it will move to acquire the rest.Barrick,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Sep 2008 09:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DeFehr furniture closing two plants in Manitoba, putting more than 80 out of jobs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080905/40972__defehr_furniture_closing_two_plants_in_manitoba_putting_more_than_80_out_of_jobs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - DeFehr furniture is closing two of its three furniture manufacturing plants in Manitoba.Between 80 and 85 people will lose their jobs. President and CEO Andrew DeFehr says the company... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Sep 2008 06:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080905/40959__baseball_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ At this point in another dismal season, the Cincinnati Reds are looking for any reason to feel a little better about themselves.How about this: At least they're not in last place. Toronto native... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 5 Sep 2008 01:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zi in opening talks with Nuance Communications, company says</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080904/40932__zi_in_opening_talks_with_nuance_communications_company_says_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Zi Corp. (TSX:ZIC) said Thursday it is in talks with Nuance Communications Inc., a company that has made a hostile bid for the Calgary-based company that develops the predictive-text... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Sep 2008 19:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Reitmans May-July sales trimmed to $289.5M; net income rises to $35.4M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080904/40903__reitmans_may_july_sales_trimmed_to_289_5m_net_income_rises_to_35_4m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Clothing retailer Reitmans (Canada) Ltd. (TSX:RET.A) has raised its quarterly profit despite fraying sales "in a challenging retail environment characterized by unseasonable weather... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Sep 2008 14:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Air Canada and WestJet had fewer empty seats in August, Jazz had more</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080904/40890__air_canada_and_westjet_had_fewer_empty_seats_in_august_jazz_had_more_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Flights on Canada's two largest airlines had fewer empty seats in August compared with a year ago, as Air Canada (TSX:AC.B, TSX:ACE.B) and WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) reported higher... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Sep 2008 17:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aurelian shareholders tender to Kinross Gold's $1.2 billion bid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080904/40886__aurelian_shareholders_tender_to_kinross_gold_s_1_2_billion_bid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Kinross Gold Corp. (TSX:K) has won control of Aurelian Resources Inc. (TSX:ARU) but is extending the deadline for its $1.2-billion offer so that shareholders of the smaller company have... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Sep 2008 14:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Wednesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080904/40855__baseball_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Alex Rodriguez made major league history, and it was only partially for the swing of his bat.The New York Yankees third baseman, a lightning rod for headlines on and off the field throughout his... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 4 Sep 2008 01:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Couche-Tard promises return to double-digit earnings growth after rough 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080903/40849__couche_tard_promises_return_to_double_digit_earnings_growth_after_rough_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAVAL, Que. - Convenience store operator Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc.(TSX:ATD.B) president Alain Bouchard doesn't understand recent allegations of collusion among gas stations, saying Wednesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 21:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ornge and Canadian Helicopters Income Fund reach agreement in principle</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080903/40844__ornge_and_canadian_helicopters_income_fund_reach_agreement_in_principle_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Air ambulance service company Ornge and Canadian Helicopters Income Fund (TSX:CHL.UN) have reached an agreement in principle for a three-year renewal of their relationship with the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 20:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nearly 15,000 submissions for Hockey Night in Canada theme contest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080903/40840__nearly_15_000_submissions_for_hockey_night_in_canada_theme_contest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The CBC received nearly 15,000 submissions in its quest to find a new theme song for "Hockey Night in Canada."A total of 14,685 entries were submitted to the broadcaster's Anthem... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 19:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's mutual funds companies weather August volatility</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080903/40831__canada_s_mutual_funds_companies_weather_august_volatility_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada's mutual fund industry appears to have weathered last month's highly volatile markets according to preliminary figures for August that were released Wednesday, as the country's... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 18:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PhotoChannel says it plans to buy U.K.-based Works Imaging</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080903/40822__photochannel_says_it_plans_to_buy_u_k_based_works_imaging_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - PhotoChannel Networks Inc. (TSXV:PN) said Wednesday it's in the "final stages" of negotiating the purchase of a U.K. company that provides retailers with kiosk and desktop software to... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 17:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Automakers face legal heat over $100 air conditioner tax charges</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080903/40814__automakers_face_legal_heat_over_100_air_conditioner_tax_charges_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Automakers are being accused of deceiving vehicle buyers into paying a $100-per-vehicle charge on air conditioning which is presented as a Canadian tax but is really part of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 19:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ray, Estelle, Peterson and Dorsey capture CFL weekly awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080903/40797__ray_estelle_peterson_and_dorsey_capture_cfl_weekly_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Another week, another special-teams player honour for Toronto Argonaut Dominique Dorsey.Dorsey was named the CFL's special-teams player of the week for the fourth time this season. The second-year... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 12:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Giffin, Gerbrandt and Dixon capture weekly CIS football awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080903/40793__giffin_gerbrandt_and_dixon_capture_weekly_cis_football_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Mike Giffin, who scored two touchdowns to lead the No. 7 Queen's Golden Gaels to a season-opening victory, was named the Canadian Interuniversity Sport offensive football player of the week... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 12:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ottawa puts up $27M for Heroux Devtek landing gear technology development</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080903/40789__ottawa_puts_up_27m_for_heroux_devtek_landing_gear_technology_development_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The federal government has announced a $27-million "repayable contribution" to Heroux Devtek Inc. (TSX:HRX) in support of a $77-million project to develop advanced landing gear... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 11:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Windsor mayor 'ecstatic' as Harper set to help reopen engine plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080903/40767__windsor_mayor_ecstatic_as_harper_set_to_help_reopen_engine_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The mayor of Windsor, Ont., said he was "ecstatic" but a union leader said he was "furious" as Prime Minister Stephen Harper prepared to dole out funding to help reopen a closed engine... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 09:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lions, Bombers complete trade involving former CFL rushing leaders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080903/40763__lions_bombers_complete_trade_involving_former_cfl_rushing_leaders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The B.C. Lions and Winnipeg Blue Bombers officially completed their blockbuster deal involving former CFL rushing leaders Monday.The Lions sent Joe Smith, the league's leading rusher last season,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 08:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Police say First Nations artwork stolen from B.C. museum</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080903/40757__police_say_first_nations_artwork_stolen_from_b_c_museum_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LANGLEY, B.C. - Police say thieves have stolen five pieces of First Nations artwork from a museum at the Fort Langley National Historic Site.RCMP Const. Holly Marks says someone broke a window to... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 07:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Tuesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080903/40745__baseball_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Mike Mussina is doing all he can to help the New York Yankees cling to their slim playoff chances.The 39-year-old right-hander earned his 17th win, and the Yankees got home runs from Alex... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 01:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal Impact reach CONCACAF Champions League group stage with 0-0 tie</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080903/40743__montreal_impact_reach_concacaf_champions_league_group_stage_with_0_0_tie_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ COMAYAGUA, Honduras - The Montreal Impact reached the group stage of the inaugural CONCACAF Champions League Tuesday night following a 0-0 tie with Nicaraguan club Real Esteli.The draw earned the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 03:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Long Lake oilsands project on track for first production later this month</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080902/40723__long_lake_oilsands_project_on_track_for_first_production_later_this_month_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Nexen Inc. (TSX:NXY) and Opti Canada Inc. (TSX:OPT) said Tuesday that their Long Lake oilsands project is proceeding well and the upgrader remains on track for start up and first... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 21:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mitch MacDonald and Theo Tams to square off for 'Canadian Idol' title</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080902/40719__mitch_macdonald_and_theo_tams_to_square_off_for_canadian_idol_title_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - It'll be an East vs. West finale on "Canadian Idol."Mitch MacDonald, a 22-year-old carpenter from Port Hood, N.S., and Theo Tams, a 23-year-old student from Lethbridge, Alta., will... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 21:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Century Mining signs deal for bridge loan for up to $3.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080917/40710__century_mining_signs_deal_for_bridge_loan_for_up_to_3_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BLAINE, Wash. - Century Mining Corp. (TSXV:CMM) said Wednesday that it has signed a deal for a bridge loan for up to $3.5 million with U.K.-based Trafalgar Capital Specialized Investment Fund.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Talisman Energy announces successful test of shale gas well in Quebec</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080902/40701__talisman_energy_announces_successful_test_of_shale_gas_well_in_quebec_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Talisman Energy Inc. (TSX:TLM) announced Tuesday a successful test from its Gentilly shale gas well on the south side of the St. Lawrence River, about 100 kilometres south of Quebec City.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 19:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Industrial laser firm Virtek Vision receives takeover offer worth $35.1M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080902/40698__industrial_laser_firm_virtek_vision_receives_takeover_offer_worth_35_1m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Industrial laser company Virtek Vision International Inc. (TSX:VRK) said Tuesday it has received a takeover bid worth $35.1 million or $1.05 per share, topping an earlier deal to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 19:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bird Construction Income Fund chief executive Paul Charette to retire</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080902/40679__bird_construction_income_fund_chief_executive_paul_charette_to_retire_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Bird Construction Income Fund (TSX:BDT.UN) said Paul Charette, chief executive of the fund's operating company, is retiring, but will continue as chairman of the board of trustees of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 17:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MedMira settlement $100,383 in debt with issuance of 818,118 shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080902/40678__medmira_settlement_100_383_in_debt_with_issuance_of_818_118_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Medical test maker MedMira Inc. (TSXV:MIR) said Tuesday that it has settled $100,383 in debts by issuing 818,118 shares at a price of 12.27 cents per share.The company said the deal was... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 17:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Investors ask Supreme Court of Canada to consider appeal of ABCP plan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080902/40663__investors_ask_supreme_court_of_canada_to_consider_appeal_of_abcp_plan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The battle over billions of dollars of investments known as asset-backed commercial paper appears headed for Canada's highest court.The investments, also known as ABCP, were supposed to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 17:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Compliance Energy buys 290 sq km of West Fraser Mills mine and gas interests</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080902/40631__compliance_energy_buys_290_sq_km_of_west_fraser_mills_mine_and_gas_interests_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Compliance Energy Corp. (TSXV:CEC), with Japanese and Korean backing, has completed an agreement to buy 290 square kilometres of West Fraser Mills (TSX:WFT) coal, mineral and gas... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 11:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magellan Aerospace to beef up Winnipeg plant for Joint Strike Fighter program</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080902/40626__magellan_aerospace_to_beef_up_winnipeg_plant_for_joint_strike_fighter_program_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Magellan Aerospace (TSX:MAL) says it will invest up to C$120 million in its Winnipeg Bristol Aerospace plant to gear up for the Joint Strike Fighter program, a multinational effort led... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 11:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NovaGold sells stake in Ambler project to Mantra Mining for $20M in stock</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080902/40625__novagold_sells_stake_in_ambler_project_to_mantra_mining_for_20m_in_stock_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - NovaGold Resources Inc. (TSX:NG) is selling its stake in the Ambler copper-zinc project in Alaska to Mantra Mining Inc. (TSXV:MAN) in $20-million stock deal that makes the gold miner... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 10:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Mike Weir jumps 10 spots in world ranking to No. 24</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080902/40621__canadian_mike_weir_jumps_10_spots_in_world_ranking_to_no_24_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Mike Weir's good run in the PGA Tour Playoffs is being reflected in the world golf rankings.Following a second-place finish at the Deutsche Bank Championship, the Canadian lefty moved up... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 10:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Minco Silver nixes bid to acquire Sterling Mining Co. in all-stock deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080902/40616__minco_silver_nixes_bid_to_acquire_sterling_mining_co_in_all_stock_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Minco Silver Corp. (TSX:MSV) has called off its all-stock bid to acquire Sterling Mining Co.(TSX:SMQ).The Vancouver-based company said it had completed "a detailed due diligence on... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 09:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tembec curtails pulp production at two plants on weak demand</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080902/40611__tembec_curtails_pulp_production_at_two_plants_on_weak_demand_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TEMISCAMING, Que. - Forest products company Tembec Inc. (TSX:TMB) has announced production curtailments at pulp mills in Quebec and France to balance inventory levels.The temporary shutdowns will... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 10:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD Bank issuing $200 million-plus in new preferred shares paying five per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080902/40606__td_bank_issuing_200_million_plus_in_new_preferred_shares_paying_five_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) has announced an issue of between $200 million and $250 million of preferred shares.The issue - continuing a spate of preferred issues by Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 08:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Monday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080901/40593__baseball_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Once inside the clubhouse, Cliff Lee's teammates popped open champagne and toasted his latest win, his biggest win.Exactly one year after being brought back from the minor leagues, Lee had... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Sep 2008 23:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blue Monday: Toronto ends seven-year losing streak with 18-17 win over Waterloo</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080901/40591__blue_monday_toronto_ends_seven_year_losing_streak_with_18_17_win_over_waterloo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ For the first time in nearly seven years, The Toronto Varsity Blues football team can celebrate a victory - and what a victory it was.Andrew Lomasney hit a 32-yard field goal with 21 seconds left... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Sep 2008 23:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ricky Ray on target in guiding Eskimos to 37-16 win over Stamps</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080902/40583__ricky_ray_on_target_in_guiding_eskimos_to_37_16_win_over_stamps_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - At first glance, it may look as if the Edmonton Eskimos had a little inside help Monday afternoon.Quarterback Ricky Ray threw three touchdown passes - including a pair to the aptly named... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 00:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Daniel Nestor eliminated from U.S. Open in men's doubles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20080901/40582__canada_s_daniel_nestor_eliminated_from_u_s_open_in_men_s_doubles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Top-seeded Canadian Daniel Nestor and Serbian partner Nenad Zimonjic crashed out of the U.S. Open in a third-round upset Monday, going down to Finn Jarkko Nieminen and Robert Lindstedt... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Sep 2008 21:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Janet Nease and her cat safely home after donations flood in.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080901/40578__janet_nease_and_her_cat_safely_home_after_donations_flood_in__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Janet Nease and her black-and-white cat Sylvester are safely home.Donations flooded in from across Canada after news of Nease and her wandering feline made headlines.Sylvester went... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Sep 2008 18:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Czech-born shoemaker Thomas Bata dies in Toronto at age 93</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080901/40550__czech_born_shoemaker_thomas_bata_dies_in_toronto_at_age_93_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Thomas Bata, owner of global shoe corporation that bears his name, has died in Toronto at age 93.Leslie Tenenbaum, the company's general counsel, said Bata died early Monday in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Sep 2008 14:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Czech-born shoemaker Thomas Bata dies in Toronto at age 93</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/headlines/world/20080901/40548__czech_born_shoemaker_thomas_bata_dies_in_toronto_at_age_93_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Thomas Bata, owner of global shoe corporation that bears his name, has died in Toronto at age 93.Leslie Tenenbaum, the company's general counsel, said Bata died early Monday in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Sep 2008 14:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian-owned Marlang leads the field to win at Saranac Stakes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080901/40544__canadian_owned_marlang_leads_the_field_to_win_at_saranac_stakes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York - Marlang led from gate to wire to win the Saranac Stakes on Sunday.Marlang, owned by Gus Schickedanze of Schomberg, Ont., finished in 1:53.10, beating Vacation by 1... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 1 Sep 2008 10:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Olympic silver medallist Simon Whitfield says he's back to his routine</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080831/40526__olympic_silver_medallist_simon_whitfield_says_he_s_back_to_his_routine_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - A little more than a week after the 2008 Beijing Olympic, silver medallist Simon Whitfield is back to the old routine.The triathlete said he's getting back into swimming, biking and... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2008 22:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>The Port of Montreal announces $2.5 billion investment in expansion.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080831/40520__the_port_of_montreal_announces_2_5_billion_investment_in_expansion__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Over $2.5 billion will be invested into improving the Port of Montreal, port authorities announced Sunday.It will be the first major expansion in two decades.Montreal port president... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2008 20:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bishop debuts on winning note as Roughriders romp Bombers 19-6</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080831/40512__bishop_debuts_on_winning_note_as_roughriders_romp_bombers_19_6_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - With a little assistance from his kicker and plenty of help from the vaunted Saskatchewan defence, Michael Bishop's debut in a Roughriders uniform was a successful one.Bishop overcame a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2008 22:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080831/40460__saturday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ American League:At five-foot-nine and 180 pounds, Dustin Pedroia is not the prototypical cleanup hitter. That didn't seem to bother him Saturday night.Pedroia went 4-for-4 for the second straight... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2008 01:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Joseph Veloce wins third gold medal at Tim Hortons Track Nationals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080831/40459__joseph_veloce_wins_third_gold_medal_at_tim_hortons_track_nationals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - Joseph Veloce of Fonthill, Ont., made it three-for-three Sunday with another gold at the Tim Hortons Track Nationals cycling competition with a win in men's Keirin.Veloce also won... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2008 22:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NCAA champion Jayhawks sweep Canadian series with wins over Redmen, Ravens</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080830/40457__ncaa_champion_jayhawks_sweep_canadian_series_with_wins_over_redmen_ravens_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Carleton Ravens came up just short against the NCAA-champion Kansas Jayhawks.Matthew Kenny's three-pointer cut the Jayhawks' lead to one with 40 seconds to go, but his buzzer-beater... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 23:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Ralph and Hill win ice dancing silver medal at Junior Grand Prix</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080830/40428__canada_s_ralph_and_hill_win_ice_dancing_silver_medal_at_junior_grand_prix_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ COURCHEVEL, France - Kharis Ralph and Asher Hill, both of Toronto, won the silver medal Saturday in the ice dance competition to conclude the first stop on the ISU Junior Grand Prix Circuit in... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 17:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians Pendrel and Kabush win bronze medals at mountain bike World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080830/40406__canadians_pendrel_and_kabush_win_bronze_medals_at_mountain_bike_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CANBERRA, Australia - Catharine Pendrel of Kamloops, B.C., and Geoff Kabush of Victoria each won a bronze medal in Saturday's cross-country races at the eighth stop on the World Cup mountain bike... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 12:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Friday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080830/40361__baseball_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Philadelphia Phillies may have benefited from an instant replay in the seventh inning. Too bad the rule only is in effect for home run calls.Ryan Howard was called out on a close play at... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 01:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tara Whitten upsets Olympian Gina Grain for gold at track cycling nationals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080830/40358__tara_whitten_upsets_olympian_gina_grain_for_gold_at_track_cycling_nationals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - Tara Whitten of Edmonton upset Olympic team member Gina Grain of Burnaby to win the gold medal in the women's points race Friday at the Tim Hortons Track Nationals cycling... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Teamsters union now represents the majority of workers at CNR</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080829/40352__teamsters_union_now_represents_the_majority_of_workers_at_cnr_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - More than 3,000 Canadian National (TSX:CNR) conductors, trainmen, yardmen and yardmasters have voted to join the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference, the union said Friday.The workers were... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Diane Szmiett wins bronze medal at figure skating junior Grand Prix</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080829/40344__canada_s_diane_szmiett_wins_bronze_medal_at_figure_skating_junior_grand_prix_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ COURCHEVEL, France - Diane Szmiett of Watford, Ont., won the bronze medal Friday in women's singles at the season opening event on the figure skating junior Grand Prix circuit.Kristine Musademba... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pension fund manager buys 19.5 per cent stake in Azure Dynamics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080829/40330__pension_fund_manager_buys_19_5_per_cent_stake_in_azure_dynamics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RIJSWIJK, Netherlands - Dutch pension fund manager Shell Asset Management Company BV said Friday it has acquired a 19.5 per cent stake in hybrid vehicle company Azure Dynamics Corp. (TSX:AZD) for... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Acceleware Corp. widens Q2 loss to $2.9 million from $1.6 million last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080829/40322__acceleware_corp_widens_q2_loss_to_2_9_million_from_1_6_million_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Acceleware Corp. (TSXV:AXE) widened its second-quarter loss to $2.9 million from $1.6 million last year on higher costs related to new products.The Calgary-based company had sales of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Komet Manufacturers reports Q3 loss of $54,530 as revenue dips</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080829/40316__komet_manufacturers_reports_q3_loss_of_54_530_as_revenue_dips_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Komet Manufacturers Inc. (TSXV:AQD), which signed a one-year agreement with Wal-Mart in Canada last week, said Friday it lost $54,530 in its most recent quarter as revenue fell more than... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wajax acquires Weir Process Equipment, increases monthly distributions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080829/40315__wajax_acquires_weir_process_equipment_increases_monthly_distributions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Wajax Income Fund (TSX:WJX.UN) says it will acquire Weir Process Equipment, a distributor of pumps and equipment to the energy sector, for $25.4 million.The Toronto-based distributor of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zoom Airlines bankruptcy unlikely to be contagious, say industry analysts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080829/40302__zoom_airlines_bankruptcy_unlikely_to_be_contagious_say_industry_analysts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Ottawa-based Zoom Airlines won't be the last carrier to face financial collapse, but it's unlikely that any other closures in Canada are imminent, industry analysts say."Is this the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>StockerYale drops plan to buy Virtek due to insufficient shareholder interest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080829/40297__stockeryale_drops_plan_to_buy_virtek_due_to_insufficient_shareholder_interest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - A hostile takeover bid for industrial laser company Virtek Vision International Inc. (TSX:VRK) has apparently been dropped after too few shares were tendered to an offer by... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dia Bras Q2 loss of $1.8M compared to a loss of $2.2M last year.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080829/40293__dia_bras_q2_loss_of_1_8m_compared_to_a_loss_of_2_2m_last_year__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Dia Bras Exploration Inc. (TSXV:DIB) reported a second quarter loss of $1.8 million compared to a loss of $2.2 million last year.The Montreal-based company said the loss amounted to two... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada loses to Japan in final, earns silver at Women's Baseball World Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080829/40285__canada_loses_to_japan_in_final_earns_silver_at_women_s_baseball_world_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MATSUYAMA, Japan - Canada fell to Japan 11-3 in the final at the IBAF Women's Baseball World Cup on Friday.Despite the loss, Canada's silver medal finish is the team's highest placement since the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>N.S. and federal governments announce funding for Canoe '09 championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080829/40276__n_s_and_federal_governments_announce_funding_for_canoe_09_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DARTMOUTH, N.S. - The federal and Nova Scotia governments have announced funding for an international canoe competition that's expected to draw competitors from more than 90 countries to a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Aug. 18-24</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080902/40270__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_aug_18_24_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Aug. 18-24: 1 "Olympic Closing Ceremony" (CBC, Sunday) - 1,486,000 2 "National News" (CBC,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 08:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ottawa fires back at N.L. gov't plan to cover cuts to arts programs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080829/40262__ottawa_fires_back_at_n_l_gov_t_plan_to_cover_cuts_to_arts_programs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - The federal government clashed with Premier Danny Williams on Friday over arts funding in what may be a sign of things to come in the next federal election.Williams has... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 10:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manufactured goods, raw materials register lower monthly growth in July</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080829/40257__manufactured_goods_raw_materials_register_lower_monthly_growth_in_july_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The price indexes for manufactured goods and raw materials registered lower monthly growth in July than in the previous four months, primarily due to a slowdown in rising petroleum prices.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GDP edges up in second quarter after Q1 decline: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080829/40255__gdp_edges_up_in_second_quarter_after_q1_decline_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Real gross domestic product edged up 0.1 per cent in the second quarter of 2008, following a 0.2 per cent decline in the first quarter.The GDP advanced 0.1 per cent in June over May.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 08:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Axmin says it's baffled by Central African Republic's move to withdraw permits</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080829/40252__axmin_says_it_s_baffled_by_central_african_republic_s_move_to_withdraw_permits_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Axmin Inc. (TSXV:AXM) shares plunged to their lowest in more than a year after the mineral company announced the government of Central African Republic has ordered significant... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080829/40240__baseball_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ As soon as Cristian Guzman stepped into the on-deck circle in the eighth inning, his Nationals teammates started to call for a triple.He gladly obliged, sending a pitch from Joe Beimel past... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 01:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calgary's Sullivan makes golden elite debut at Tim Hortons Track Nationals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080829/40238__calgary_s_sullivan_makes_golden_elite_debut_at_tim_hortons_track_nationals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - Monique Sullivan of Calgary made a sparkling debut at the elite level in women's sprint racing, winning gold Thursday at the Tim Hortons Track Nationals cycling competition.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bland's 63 good for a one-shot lead after first round of Canadian Tour event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080828/40236__bland_s_63_good_for_a_one_shot_lead_after_first_round_of_canadian_tour_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SEAFORTH, Ont. - Adam Bland fired an 8-under 63 to hold a one-stroke lead over Daniel Im, Matt Daniel, Andy Matthews and Clint Rice after Thursday's first round of the Canadian Tour's Seaforth... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 22:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shaw Communications to buy the Campbell River Cable System for $46 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080828/40223__shaw_communications_to_buy_the_campbell_river_cable_system_for_46_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B) said Thursday that members of the Campbell River TV Association have approved the sale of the cable system in and around Campbell River, B.C., to Shaw... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Strategic Resource Acquisition hires financial and strategic advisers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080828/40214__strategic_resource_acquisition_hires_financial_and_strategic_advisers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Strategic Resource Acquisition Corp. (TSX:SRZ) said Thursday that it has hired Blackmont Capital Inc., Haywood Securities Inc., and Paradigm Capital Inc. to act as financial and strategic... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Medicure post '08 loss from continuing operations of $57.4 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080828/40212__medicure_post_08_loss_from_continuing_operations_of_57_4_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Drug developer Medicure Inc. (TSX:MPH) says its loss from continuing operations for 2008 amounted to $57.4 million compared to $31.7 million the previous year.For the year ended May 31,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Actor Tim Robbins hopes to bring love of hockey to charity game in Toronto</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080828/40205__actor_tim_robbins_hopes_to_bring_love_of_hockey_to_charity_game_in_toronto_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Tim Robbins loves the New York Rangers but has recently been given one less thing to love about the team - they weren't able to re-sign pest Sean Avery this summer.Fortunately, the actor... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Actor Tim Robbins hopes to bring love of hockey to charity game in Toronto</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080828/40200__actor_tim_robbins_hopes_to_bring_love_of_hockey_to_charity_game_in_toronto_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Tim Robbins loves the New York Rangers but has recently been given one less thing to love about the team - they weren't able to re-sign pest Sean Avery this summer.Fortunately, the actor... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tundra Semiconductor reports first-quarter profit, up from loss a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080828/40197__tundra_semiconductor_reports_first_quarter_profit_up_from_loss_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Tundra Semiconductor Corp. (TSX:TUN) turned to a profit in its most recent quarter, up from a loss a year ago, even as revenue dropped about 10 per cent.The Ottawa-based The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mosaid Q1 income amounted to $1.4M, down from $9.5M a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080828/40195__mosaid_q1_income_amounted_to_1_4m_down_from_9_5m_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Mosaid Technologies Inc. (TSX:MSD) said Thursday its first-quarter net income amounted to $1.4 million, down from $9.5 million in the same period last year.The Ottawa-based company said... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Olympics organizers say tickets for Vancouver Paralympic Games between $15 to $175</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080828/40190__olympics_organizers_say_tickets_for_vancouver_paralympic_games_between_15_to_175_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Vancouver's Olympic organizing committee says tickets for the Paralympic Games in 2010 will be affordable.Caley Denton, vice-president of ticketing for Vanoc, says most of the tickets... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alliance Grain Traders pays $2.9 million in cash for Tradewind Commodities</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080828/40188__alliance_grain_traders_pays_2_9_million_in_cash_for_tradewind_commodities_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Alliance Grain Traders Income Fund (TSXV:AGT.UN) paid $2.9 million in cash for the land, building and equipment of Tradewind Commodities Ltd., a pulse and special crops processor in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Telehop reports Q2 loss of $454,390, vs. year-ago profit of $255,499</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080828/40186__telehop_reports_q2_loss_of_454_390_vs_year_ago_profit_of_255_499_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Telehop Communications Inc. (TSXV:HOP), which is being acquired by Globalive Communications Corp., reported a second-quarter loss of $454,390, compared to a profit of $255,499 last year.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 16:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kurt Browning to host Walk of Fame gala; Sigourney Weaver among presenters</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080828/40180__kurt_browning_to_host_walk_of_fame_gala_sigourney_weaver_among_presenters_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Figure skating champion Kurt Browning will host Canada's Walk of Fame gala next month while stars including Sigourney Weaver and Andrea Martin will present inductees, organizers announced... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rusoro will seek more Venezuelan assets despite rejection by Gold Reserve</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080828/40161__rusoro_will_seek_more_venezuelan_assets_despite_rejection_by_gold_reserve_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Rusoro Mining Ltd. (TSXV:RML) said Thursday it'll seek opportunities to expand in Venezuela despite a rejection of its takeover bid by Gold Reserve Inc. (TSX:GRZ).Vancouver-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada to play for gold at women's World Cup after 7-6 win over Australia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080828/40155__canada_to_play_for_gold_at_women_s_world_cup_after_7_6_win_over_australia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MATSUYAMA, Japan - Canada rallied for a pair of runs in the sixth inning to defeat Australia 7-6 Thursday and advance to the gold-medal game at the IBAF Women's Baseball World Cup.Autumn Mills of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blackhawks add depth by signing Tim Brent to one-year contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080828/40146__blackhawks_add_depth_by_signing_tim_brent_to_one_year_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHICAGO - The Chicago Blackhawks have added some depth by signing centre Tim Brent to a one-year contract on Thursday.The Blackhawks acquired the 24-year-old from Pittsburgh in a trade last month.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Current account surplus with rest of the world expands to $6.8 billion in Q2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080828/40136__current_account_surplus_with_rest_of_the_world_expands_to_6_8_billion_in_q2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's current account surplus with the rest of the world expanded to $6.8 billion in the second quarter, led by exports of goods.Statistics Canada attributes the gains mainly to higher... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 08:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alpha Group receives regulatory approval of Alternative Trading System</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080827/40094__alpha_group_receives_regulatory_approval_of_alternative_trading_system_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Alpha ATS, a privately-held trading system owned by the big Canadian banks and scheduled to launch next month, has received approvals from the Ontario Securities Commission and the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Filmmakers stand behind '50 Dead Men Walking' amid controversy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080827/40086__filmmakers_stand_behind_50_dead_men_walking_amid_controversy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Creators of the film "50 Dead Men Walking" are standing behind the thriller amid accusations they've misrepresented the life of a security agent who infiltrated the Irish Republican Army.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Isotechnika hires advisers to review strategic alternatives</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080827/40079__isotechnika_hires_advisers_to_review_strategic_alternatives_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Drug developer Isotechnika Inc. (TSX:ISA) said Wednesday it was reviewing strategic alternatives, including possible partnerships or licensing deals.The Edmonton-based company said it... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sherwood Copper reports more high-grade intercepts at Kutcho project in B.C.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080902/40073__sherwood_copper_reports_more_high_grade_intercepts_at_kutcho_project_in_b_c__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Sherwood Copper Corp. (TSXV:SWC) has reported further high-grade assays from its Kutcho project in northwestern British Columbia.The results released Tuesday include a 6.2-metre... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 2 Sep 2008 07:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gold Reserve rejects takeover offer from Rusoro Mining</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080827/40064__gold_reserve_rejects_takeover_offer_from_rusoro_mining_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SPOKANE, Wash. - Gold Reserve Inc. (TSX:GRZ ) says it has rejected an unsolicited takeover offer from Rusoro Mining Ltd. (TSXV:RML).Rusoro offered two shares for each share of Gold Reserve - a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zi suspicious of motive behind Nuance patent suit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080827/40055__zi_suspicious_of_motive_behind_nuance_patent_suit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Zi Corp. (TSX:ZIC) says it remains suspicious of the motive behind a previously announced patent suit filed against it by Nuance Communications, which has also made a US$40-million... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>N.S. gold firm settles lawsuit with $200,000 payment to U.S. fund</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080827/40049__n_s_gold_firm_settles_lawsuit_with_200_000_payment_to_u_s_fund_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Nova Scotia-based Gammon Gold (TSX:GAM) has settled a lawsuit from a U.S. metals investment firm that alleged Gammon overstated gold production figures at its Mexican mines.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Maple Leaf Foods share rise after hitting new lows on listeriosis outbreak</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080827/40044__maple_leaf_foods_share_rise_after_hitting_new_lows_on_listeriosis_outbreak_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Maple Leaf Foods shares (TSX:MFI) rose more than four per cent Wednesday, rebounding after hitting a new low a day earlier amid a nationwide recall in response to a listeriosis outbreak.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scotiabank buys one-third of Chinese fund management company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080827/40041__scotiabank_buys_one_third_of_chinese_fund_management_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Scotiabank (TSX:BNS) says it will pay US$15 million for 33 per cent of a new mutual fund company in China that will be formed with the Bank of Beijing.The new joint venture, to be called... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Catalyst Paper reducing output at its Snowflake mill for eight days</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080926/40037__catalyst_paper_reducing_output_at_its_snowflake_mill_for_eight_days_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B,C, - Catalyst Paper (TSX:CTL) says it is cutting production at its Snowflake Mill in Arizona for eight days beginning Oct. 20 to remove 8,000 tonnes of recycled newsprint from the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former CFL star Mike Walker joins Argos as defensive consultant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080827/40027__former_cfl_star_mike_walker_joins_argos_as_defensive_consultant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Head coach Rich Stubler is looking to a familiar face to help boost the Toronto Argonauts defence.The Argos announced Wednesday that Mike Walker, a former standout CFL... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Transeuro and Questerre testing natural gas potential of deep shale in B.C.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080827/40022__transeuro_and_questerre_testing_natural_gas_potential_of_deep_shale_in_b_c__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Transeuro Energy Corp. (TSXV:TSU) and and Questerre Energy (TSX:QEC) shares got a boost Wednesday after the companies announced they are testing the natural gas potential of deep shale... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians travel more in first quarter; overseas visitors to Canada increase</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080827/40013__canadians_travel_more_in_first_quarter_overseas_visitors_to_canada_increase_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Powered by a strong dollar, Canadians travelled outside the country more in the first quarter.Travel from overseas countries to Canada also increased, but travel from the United States... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>International travel deficit narrows for a second straight quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080827/40011__international_travel_deficit_narrows_for_a_second_straight_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's international travel deficit narrowed for a second straight quarter, but it remained one of the highest deficits ever.The difference between spending by Canadian residents abroad... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Homeland Energy Group to acquire two U.S. companies for US$105 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080827/39991__homeland_energy_group_to_acquire_two_u_s_companies_for_us_105_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Homeland Energy Group Ltd. (TSX:HEG) says it has reached a deal to purchase two U.S.-based companies for a total of US$105 million.Homeland released a statement Wednesday saying the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 06:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Tuesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080827/39986__baseball_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Alfonso Soriano may have Pennsylvania butterfingers but the Pittsburgh Pirates need a lot more than one reoccurring error to beat the best team in the majors.Geovany Soto drove in seven runs and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 01:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Idol hopefuls down to final three</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080826/39978__canadian_idol_hopefuls_down_to_final_three_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Anne Murray night pared the Canadian Idol hopefuls down to three.The very popular Earl Stevenson, 23, from Lloydminster, Alta., was eliminated when he received the fewest of nearly 4... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Justin Trudeau and Sophie Gregoire expecting second child: 'eTalk'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080826/39969__justin_trudeau_and_sophie_gregoire_expecting_second_child_etalk__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Justin Trudeau and Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau are expecting their second child.Gregoire-Trudeau made the announcement Tuesday on the CTV gossip program "eTalk," where she is the show's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Churchill subsidiary wins contract for TransCanada compressor station expansion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080826/39967__churchill_subsidiary_wins_contract_for_transcanada_compressor_station_expansion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Churchill Corp. (TSX:CUQ) said Tuesday its wholly-owned subsidiary Triton Projects has been awarded a contract to install a new gas-turbine-driven centrifugal compressor unit at... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada improves to 1-1 at Nations Cup with win over U.S. women</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080826/39965__canada_improves_to_1_1_at_nations_cup_with_win_over_u_s_women_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ESHER, England - Canada's senior women's rugby team picked up their first win at the Nations Cup tournament on Tuesday, beating their American counterparts 15-0.After a scoreless first half,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>High River Gold says financing with Russian conglomerate cancelled</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080826/39963__high_river_gold_says_financing_with_russian_conglomerate_cancelled_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - High River Gold Mines Ltd. (TSX:HRG) said Tuesday that a plan that would have seen a Russian conglomerate take a nearly one-third stake in the Canadian gold miner has been cancelled due... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Peak6 Capital Management increases stake in Stockhouse to 11 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080826/39957__peak6_capital_management_increases_stake_in_stockhouse_to_11_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHICAGO - Peak6 Capital Management LLC said Tuesday it has increased its stake in Stockhouse (TSXV:SHC) to 11 per cent.Peak6, a dealer in equity options and proprietary trading, said it has... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Moody's says increased pricing to pressure Canada's wireless sector</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/finance/business/20080826/39955__moody_s_says_increased_pricing_to_pressure_canada_s_wireless_sector_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Moody's Investors Service cut its outlook for Canada's wireless telecommunications sector Tuesday, saying the country's big three players will be pressured by emerging competition."We... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Software firm Open Text appoints Gar Emerson to board of directors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080826/39954__software_firm_open_text_appoints_gar_emerson_to_board_of_directors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTC) named Harry Garfield (Gar) Emerson, a former investment banker and corporate and securities lawyer with merger and acquisitions experience, to its board... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>NCAA defending-champions Kansas Jayhawks play exhibition series in Ottawa</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080826/39947__ncaa_defending_champions_kansas_jayhawks_play_exhibition_series_in_ottawa_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The NCAA-champion Kansas Jayhawks will play three Canadian university teams in a exhibition series this weekend.Kansas will meet McGill University on Saturday on the campus of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ainsworth Lumber announces permanent closure of idled panel mill</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080826/39934__ainsworth_lumber_announces_permanent_closure_of_idled_panel_mill_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd. (TSX:ANS) says it has decided to permanently close its idled oriented-strand board mill in Grand Rapids, Minn.The mill, which has not been in operation since... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Golden Goose Resources reduces net loss in second quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080826/39921__golden_goose_resources_reduces_net_loss_in_second_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Golden Goose Resources Inc. (TSXV: GGR), which has been exploring a portfolio of mineral properties in Ontario and Quebec, says it has suficient liquid assets to fund its 2008... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 13:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>A brief list of nominees in major categories for the 23rd Gemini Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080826/39909__a_brief_list_of_nominees_in_major_categories_for_the_23rd_gemini_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Best Comedy Program or Series:"Cock'd Gunns"; "Corner Gas"; "Kenny vs. Spenny"; "Odd Job Jack"; "Rent-A-Goalie"; "This Hour Has 22 Minutes."Best Dramatic Series:"The Border"; "Durham County";... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadas Alana Miller wins bronze at world university squash</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080826/39906__canada_s_alana_miller_wins_bronze_at_world_university_squash_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAIRO - Alana Miller of the University of Calgary won the bronze medal in women's individual play at the world university squash championships Tuesday.Miller only needed to show up for her third... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vale Inco nickel-processing plant gets green light from N.L. gov't</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080826/39902__vale_inco_nickel_processing_plant_gets_green_light_from_n_l_gov_t_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ St. JOHN'S, N.L. - A nickel-processing plant in Long Harbour cleared an environmental hurdle on Tuesday as Newfoundland and Labrador approved a plan by Vale Inco to dispose of effluent in a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 16:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sears Canada profit rises to $61.1 million in second quarter; sales dip slightly</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080826/39892__sears_canada_profit_rises_to_61_1_million_in_second_quarter_sales_dip_slightly_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sears Canada Inc. (TSX:SCC), operator of one of the country's largest chains of department stores, saw its profit rise to $61.1 million in the second quarter.That amounted to 56 cents... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 10:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CD releases for the week of Aug. 26</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080826/39884__cd_releases_for_the_week_of_aug_26_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here's a list of some new CD releases for the week of Aug. 26:Eva Cassidy - "Somewhere"Decemberadio - "Satisfied"Dragonforce - "Ultra Beatdown" (Special Edition)Everybody Out - "Everybody Out"... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 09:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Public-sector employment reaches 3.4 million in Q2, up 3.1 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080826/39880__public_sector_employment_reaches_3_4_million_in_q2_up_3_1_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Public-sector employment reached 3.4 million in the second quarter of 2008, up 3.1 per cent from the same period in 2007.Employment growth in the public sector was concentrated in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 08:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Number of EI recipients rise in June, down from a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080826/39879__number_of_ei_recipients_rise_in_june_down_from_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says 460,040 Canadians received regular employment insurance benefits in June, 0.5 per cent more than in May.Regular benefit payments totalled $732.5 million in June.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 08:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>QLT to licence its Atrigel technology to Reckitt Benckiser Pharmaceuticals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080826/39871__qlt_to_licence_its_atrigel_technology_to_reckitt_benckiser_pharmaceuticals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - QLT Inc. (TSX:QLT) will get up to US$30 million from an agreement to license its Atrigel sustained-release drug delivery technology to Reckitt Benckiser Pharmaceuticals.It's the latest... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 07:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Air France passenger jet exits runway on landing in Montreal, no injuries</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080826/39858__air_france_passenger_jet_exits_runway_on_landing_in_montreal_no_injuries_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - An Air France passenger jet landing from Paris at Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport missed the runway slightly Tuesday afternoon, ending up with the nose wheel parked on the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Monday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080826/39857__baseball_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Baltimore Orioles may have won a game nearly four months in the making, but Jim Thome and the Chicago White Sox had the final word Monday.Thome hit his 535th homer to gain sole possession of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 02:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ornge purchases new fleet of high performance medically equipped helicopters</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080825/39850__ornge_purchases_new_fleet_of_high_performance_medically_equipped_helicopters_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Air ambulance service company Ornge says it will seek proposals to operate its new fleet of helicopters when its contract with Canadian Helicopters Ltd. (TSX:CHL.UN) expires next year.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 22:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chevron Corp. to cede control of Hebron oil field to Exxon</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080825/39842__chevron_corp_to_cede_control_of_hebron_oil_field_to_exxon_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Chevron Corp. (NYSE:CVX), the second-largest U.S. oil company, plans to give Exxon Mobile Corp. (NYSE:XOM) control of the Hebron oil field off Newfoundland and Labrador.Chevron, Exxon... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 19:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ford of Canada names David Mondragon as new president and chief executive</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080825/39823__ford_of_canada_names_david_mondragon_as_new_president_and_chief_executive_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OAKVILLE, Ont. - Ford of Canada named David Mondragon as its new president and chief executive on Monday.The veteran Ford executive will replace Barry Engle, who is leaving Ford Canada to head a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 18:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kingsway Financial Services sells York Fire & Casualty Insurance</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080825/39812__kingsway_financial_services_sells_york_fire_casualty_insurance_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Kingsway Financial Services Inc. (TSX:KFS) said Monday it has signed a deal to sell York Fire and Casualty Insurance Co. to La Capitale General Insurance Inc. for $95 million.Kingsway... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 16:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians pleased with team's performance in Beijing, poll suggests</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080825/39806__canadians_pleased_with_team_s_performance_in_beijing_poll_suggests_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadians were overwhelmingly satisfied with their athletes' performance at the Summer Olympics in Beijing, a new poll suggests.A Canadian Press Harris-Decima survey found respondents who... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 17:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enablence inks deal with Japan's Osaki Electric to sell its products overseas</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080825/39794__enablence_inks_deal_with_japan_s_osaki_electric_to_sell_its_products_overseas_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Fibre-optic network equipment supplier Enablence Technologies (TSXV:ENA) said Monday it had signed a deal with Osaki Electric Co. Ltd. to market and sell several of its products in Japan.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Aleksandra Wozniak makes early exit from U.S. Open</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20080825/39789__canada_s_aleksandra_wozniak_makes_early_exit_from_u_s_open_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Canada's Aleksandra Wozniak forced Lindsay Davenport to a fifth match point before finally falling 6-4, 6-2 against the American in the first round of the U.S. Open Monday.Wozniak,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sigma Industries posts Q4 profit of $602,000, up from year-ago $533,000</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080825/39782__sigma_industries_posts_q4_profit_of_602_000_up_from_year_ago_533_000_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Sigma Industries Inc. (TSXV:SIC), a composite and metal products manufacturer, reported earnings of $602,000 for the fourth quarter as sales fell on a weaker heavy truck market.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 13:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ridley's posts a profit of $6 million for the year, down from $9 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080825/39781__ridley_s_posts_a_profit_of_6_million_for_the_year_down_from_9_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Livestock feed company Ridley Inc. (TSX:RCL) reported net earnings of US$6 million for the year, down from US$9 million in 2007, as one-time charges offset gains from high commodity... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 13:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AAER Q2 loss widens to $3.4M from $815,315 a year ago on higher expenses</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080825/39772__aaer_q2_loss_widens_to_3_4m_from_815_315_a_year_ago_on_higher_expenses_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Wind turbine manufacturer AAER Inc. (TSXV:AAE) widened its second-quarter loss to $3.4 million from $815,315 a year ago on higher expenses.The Montreal company said the loss amounted to... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lundin names former LionOre CFO Ted Mayers as its new chief financial officer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080825/39759__lundin_names_former_lionore_cfo_ted_mayers_as_its_new_chief_financial_officer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Lundin Mining Corp. (TSX:LUN) has named Ted Mayers, formerly chief financial officer for LionOre Mining International Ltd., as its new CFO.The Vancouver ming company, which has vowed to... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 11:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blue Note cuts N.B. zinc mine's workforce by 70, reduces spending</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080825/39756__blue_note_cuts_n_b_zinc_mine_s_workforce_by_70_reduces_spending_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Blue Note Mining (TSX:BN) says the workforce at its Caribou zine operation in New Brunswick will be reduced by the end of 2008 and its capital spending budget will be cut by $11.5... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 11:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Q9 Networks to be purchased by Abry Partners for $361 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080825/39730__q9_networks_to_be_purchased_by_abry_partners_for_361_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Q9 Networks Inc. (TSX:Q) stock climbed more than 28 per cent Monday after the company said it had reached a deal that would see it acquired by Abry Partners.Q9 released a statement... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 18:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sunday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080825/39723__sunday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ American League:If it wasn't the nail in the coffin, it certainly was a devastating blow to the Toronto Blue Jays.In a near must-win situation to keep their slim playoff hopes alive, the Blue... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 01:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Barenaked Ladies frontman Ed Robertson survives plane crash</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080825/39722__barenaked_ladies_frontman_ed_robertson_survives_plane_crash_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BANCROFT, Ont. - Barenaked Ladies frontman Ed Robertson and three others survived after a float-plane crashed into trees in southeastern Ontario.Robertson's private plane went down near Bancroft,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Sunday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080825/39718__baseball_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ If it wasn't the nail in the coffin, it certainly was a devastating blow to the Toronto Blue Jays.In a near must-win situation to keep their slim playoff hopes alive, the Blue Jays lost in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Explosion rocks Canadian armoured vehicle in Afghanistan; 8 hurt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080824/39716__explosion_rocks_canadian_armoured_vehicle_in_afghanistan_8_hurt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - A Canadian armoured vehicle has been hit by a roadside blast in southern Afghanistan.Eight people were injured in Sunday's explosion in the Panjwaii district west of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2008 23:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Precision Drilling Trust to acquire Grey Wolf Inc; Wall Street Journal reports</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080824/39713__precision_drilling_trust_to_acquire_grey_wolf_inc_wall_street_journal_reports_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Calgary-based Precision Drilling Trust (TSX:PD.UN) has agreed to buy U.S. drilling company Grey Wolf Inc. (AMEX:GW) for about US$2 billion in cash and stock, the Wall Street Journal... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2008 22:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alex Coe wins first Canadian Tour title at Jane Rogers Championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080824/39709__alex_coe_wins_first_canadian_tour_title_at_jane_rogers_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Alex Coe eagled on the 16th hole to win the Jane Rogers Championship and capture his first Canadian Tour title Sunday.Coe finished the week at 15-under 265 with a three stroke... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2008 21:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blue Jays playoff hopes take a hit as Boston outlasts Toronto 6-5 in 11 innings</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080824/39696__blue_jays_playoff_hopes_take_a_hit_as_boston_outlasts_toronto_6_5_in_11_innings_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Toronto Blue Jays slim playoff chances became that much more remote after a heartbreaking 6-5 loss against the Boston Red Sox in 11 innings on Sunday afternoon before a crowd of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2008 17:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MLB Scouting Bureau to host three open tryout camps in Ontario</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080824/39681__mlb_scouting_bureau_to_host_three_open_tryout_camps_in_ontario_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Major League Baseball Scouting Bureau is holding three open tryout camps in Ontario this week.Canadian supervisor Walt Burrows, back from the Beijing Olympics after helping scout for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2008 12:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Saturday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080824/39653__baseball_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AMERICAN LEAGUE:Here's how bad it was for Boston lefty Jon Lester: Vernon Wells turned on the best pitch he threw and drilled it for a two-run homer.Wells hit two home runs, Marco Scutaro added a... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2008 01:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alex Coe leads Jane Rogers Championship after bogey-free round</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080823/39645__alex_coe_leads_jane_rogers_championship_after_bogey_free_round_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Alex Coe shot a bogey-free 65 to hold a two-shot lead over Graham DeLaet after three rounds of the Jane Rogers Championship in Mississauga, Ont.The Canadian Tour rookie is at... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2008 20:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vernon Wells hits two home runs as Toronto pounds Boston 11-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080823/39637__vernon_wells_hits_two_home_runs_as_toronto_pounds_boston_11_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - It was flashback Saturday at the Rogers Centre.The Vernon Wells of old and the Jesse Litsch of early 2008 made appearances for the Toronto Blue Jays, who rolled to a convincing 11-0 win... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2008 18:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian under-22, under-18 teams both win series finales with U.S.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080823/39626__canadian_under_22_under_18_teams_both_win_series_finales_with_u_s__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Canada's under-22 and under-18 women's hockey teams concluded their three-game series with the U.S. on winning notes Saturday.The under-22 squad captured a 4-3 overtime victory to clinch the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2008 14:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Friday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080823/39587__baseball_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It was 2  1/2 months since Adam Wainwright last started a game for the St. Louis Cardinals.So the Cards made sure their opening day starter's return was a success, drilling the Atlanta Braves for... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2008 03:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's women's under-22 thumps the Americans 7-2 to even the series 1-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080822/39575__canada_s_women_s_under_22_thumps_the_americans_7_2_to_even_the_series_1_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PIERREFONDS, Que. - The Canadian national women's under-22 hockey team scored three first period goals and never looked back, routing the Americans 7-2 in the second game of their three-game series... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 22:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada drops heartbreaker in final seconds to U.S. at under-18 series</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080822/39573__canada_drops_heartbreaker_in_final_seconds_to_u_s_at_under_18_series_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAKE PLACID, N.Y. - It was another strong effort but the same result for Canada's national women's under-18 team in their three-game series against the United States.For the second straight game... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 22:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Mike Weir is sporting a playoff beard at The Barclays</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080822/39568__canadian_mike_weir_is_sporting_a_playoff_beard_at_the_barclays_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PARAMUS, N.J. - Mike Weir decided to take some of Wayne Gretzky's playoff advice to heart.Those two men are currently featured in a PGA Tour commercial where Gretzky advises the Canadian lefty to... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 20:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Extendicare REIT sued in United States over advertising</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080822/39559__extendicare_reit_sued_in_united_states_over_advertising_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MARKHAM, Ont. - Extendicare Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:EXE.UN) said Friday that two wholly owned U.S.-based subsidiaries have been sued in the United States over its advertising.The class... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 18:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Three clubs bidding to host 2010 Memorial Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080822/39557__three_clubs_bidding_to_host_2010_memorial_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Three clubs have submitted proposals to host the 2010 Memorial Cup, the Western Hockey League announced Friday.The Brandon Wheat Kings, Everett Silvertips and Kelowna Rockets each are... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Route1 posts Q2 loss of $1.7M compared to $2.1M a year ago.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080822/39556__route1_posts_q2_loss_of_1_7m_compared_to_2_1m_a_year_ago__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Route1 Inc. (TSXV:ROI), a provider of security and identity management network systems, said it lost $1.7 million in the second quarter compared with $2.1 million a year ago.The results... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hollinger shares delisted from the Toronto Stock Exchange</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080822/39555__hollinger_shares_delisted_from_the_toronto_stock_exchange_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shares of Hollinger Inc. (TSX:HLG.C, TSX:HLG.PR.B) were delisted from the Toronto Stock Exchange effective as of the close of business Friday for failure to meet listing requirements.In... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Velan Q1 profits soar to $37.9 million on sale of Italian joint venture</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081014/39549__velan_q1_profits_soar_to_37_9_million_on_sale_of_italian_joint_venture_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Industrial products maker Velan Inc. (TSX:VLN) earned $37.9 million in its latest financial quarter, with the bottom line bolstered by money from the sale of its interest in an Italian... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Bank in talks with N.Y. Attorney General over auction-rate securities: Globe</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/headlines/world/20080822/39548__royal_bank_in_talks_with_n_y_attorney_general_over_auction_rate_securities_globe_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Royal Bank of Canada shares were up slightly Friday amid reports that the bank (TSX:RY) is in settlement talks with U.S. regulators over its role in the troubled market for auction-rate... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Who will carry the Maple Leaf at Beijing closing ceremonies?</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080822/39547__who_will_carry_the_maple_leaf_at_beijing_closing_ceremonies__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - A list of possible Canadian flag-bearer candidates for the Beijing closing ceremonies (in alphabetical order). The Canadian Olympic Committee plans to name the flag-bearer Sunday morning... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Owens-Illinois to close plant in Lavington, B.C., 300 jobs affected</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080822/39540__owens_illinois_to_close_plant_in_lavington_b_c_300_jobs_affected_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Owens-Illinois Inc. is closing its glass container plant in Lavington, B.C., cutting 300 jobs, the third Canadian plant closure this year as the U.S. company streamlines operations.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Coro inks deal with Dundee to finance purchase of Cerro Negro mine in Chile</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080822/39535__coro_inks_deal_with_dundee_to_finance_purchase_of_cerro_negro_mine_in_chile_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Coro Mining Corp. (TSX:COP) has struck a deal with a new Dundee Corp. (TSX:DC.A) subsidiary to finance purchase of a copper mine in Chile, the company said Friday.Under the agreement... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 15:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Owens-Illinois to close plant in Lavington, B.C., 300 jobs affected</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080822/39516__owens_illinois_to_close_plant_in_lavington_b_c_300_jobs_affected_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Owens-Illinois Inc. says it will close its glass container plant in Lavington, B.C., cutting 300 jobs, the third Canadian plant closure this year as the U.S. company streamlines its... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bolt makes it three gold medals; Canada adds to Olympic medal haul</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080822/39511__bolt_makes_it_three_gold_medals_canada_adds_to_olympic_medal_haul_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Usain Bolt has etched his name in the record books for a third time at the Beijing Olympics - and this time, he had a little help from his friends.The 22-year-old sprinting sensation led... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Toronto FC midfielder Maurice Edu completes Rangers transfer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080822/39510__former_toronto_fc_midfielder_maurice_edu_completes_rangers_transfer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Midfielder Maurice Edu completed his move to Scottish Premier League club Rangers on Friday after being granted a British work permit.Major League Soccer's Toronto FC agreed last week to... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of Aug. 11-17</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080822/39509__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_aug_11_17_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of Aug. 11-17: 1 "National News" (CBC, Monday-Friday) - 1,371,0002 "Olympic Prime" (CBC,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SAfrican company awards C$253M nuclear contract to SNC-Lavalin and its partner</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080822/39506__safrican_company_awards_c_253m_nuclear_contract_to_snc_lavalin_and_its_partner_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A South African power company has awarded a C$253-million contract to a subsidiary of SNC-Lavalin Group (TSX:SNC) and its partner Murray & Roberts.The Canadian and South African... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CI Financial confirms it has held talks about possible business combinations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080822/39500__ci_financial_confirms_it_has_held_talks_about_possible_business_combinations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - CI Financial Income Fund (TSX:CIX.UN) confirmed Friday it has had discussions with a number of parties concerning possible strategic combinations involving the investment management firm... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 11:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mariah Carey, John Legend to headline 'Canadian Idol' finale</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080822/39496__mariah_carey_john_legend_to_headline_canadian_idol_finale_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Pop music superstars Mariah Carey and John Legend will headline a two-hour "Canadian Idol" season finale.CTV says Carey and Legend will perform on the results episode, airing live Sept.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Bank in talks with N.Y. Attorney General over auction-rate securities: Globe</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080822/39491__royal_bank_in_talks_with_n_y_attorney_general_over_auction_rate_securities_globe_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Royal Bank of Canada shares were up slightly Friday amid reports that the bank (TSX:RY) is in settlement talks with U.S. regulators over its role in the troubled market for auction-rate... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MTY Food Group:to acquire 30 Tutti Fruitti outlets in Quebec</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080822/39488__mty_food_group_to_acquire_30_tutti_fruitti_outlets_in_quebec_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - MTY Food Group Inc. (TSXV:MTY) says it will buy 30 Tutti Fruiti outlets in Quebec for an undisclosed amount of cash.MTY said Friday it had struck a deal with numbered companies... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shell gets 97.7 per cent of Duvernay Oil shares, sealing $5B takeover</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080822/39467__shell_gets_97_7_per_cent_of_duvernay_oil_shares_sealing_5b_takeover_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Virtually all common shares of Duvernay Oil Corp. (TSX:DDV) have been tendered to the $5-billion takeover offer from Royal Dutch Shell PLC that was announced last month.Shell Canada, a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 07:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Thomas Hall wins bronze in men's C-1 1,000 canoe event at Olympics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080822/39458__canadian_thomas_hall_wins_bronze_in_men_s_c_1_1_000_canoe_event_at_olympics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Canada's Thomas Hall won a bronze medal in the men's C-1 1,000-metre canoe race at the Beijng Games on Friday.He finished third in three minutes 53.653 seconds on a hot, sunny afternoon... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 03:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080822/39455__baseball_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ There's not much else for the worst team in baseball to do at this point in the season but celebrate the small victories, and it didn't get much smaller for the Washington Nationals than snapping a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 01:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thieves in Tofino, B.C. walk off with $5000 carving from gallery</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080822/39450__thieves_in_tofino_b_c_walk_off_with_5000_carving_from_gallery_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TOFINO, B.C. - Thieves walked off with an ivory carving from the Cedar Corner Art Gallery in Tofino on Tuesday.Gallery owner Gord Johns says the large piece is worth $5,000.The work is described... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Adam van Koeverden delivers silver as Canada matches third best medal total</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080823/39447__adam_van_koeverden_delivers_silver_as_canada_matches_third_best_medal_total_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Adam van Koeverden delivered for both himself and his country Saturday, paddling to a silver in the K1 500-metre race that eased the self-doubt in his mind and allowed Canada to match its... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2008 10:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hockey Canada confirms Groulx leaving job as national junior team coach</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080821/39444__hockey_canada_confirms_groulx_leaving_job_as_national_junior_team_coach_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Hockey Canada confirmed news of Benoit Groulx leaving his post as head coach of Canada's national junior team on Thursday.Hockey Canada will now undertake the process of naming a replacement for... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 22:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Court date for Barenaked Ladies lead singer on drug possession charges delayed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080821/39442__court_date_for_barenaked_ladies_lead_singer_on_drug_possession_charges_delayed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A scheduled U.S. court appearance on drug possession charges for Barenaked Ladies lead singer Steven Page has been delayed.Page's Buffalo-based lawyer, Mark Mahoney, says the singer's... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 22:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Photon Control Q2 loss narrowed to $500,000 from $1M last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39418__photon_control_q2_loss_narrowed_to_500_000_from_1m_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - Photon Control Inc. (TSXV:PHO), developer of light sensors, posted a second-quarter loss of $500,000, compared to $1 million last year as revenue rose slightly to $1.5 million. The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GM to spend US$500 million to build new small car at Ohio plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39416__gm_to_spend_us_500_million_to_build_new_small_car_at_ohio_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LORDSTOWN, Ohio - General Motors Corp. (NYSE:GM) plans to invest more than US$500 million in the United States to build a new compact car that will compete in an era of high gasoline prices.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 23:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Up to 90 gas stations without fuel as Petro-Canada grapples with refinery glitch</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39399__up_to_90_gas_stations_without_fuel_as_petro_canada_grapples_with_refinery_glitch_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Between 80 and 90 gas stations in British Columbia and Alberta have run out of fuel as Petro-Canada (TSX:PCA) continues to grapple with an equipment breakdown at its Edmonton refinery.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 20:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chicago judges decline request to review Conrad Black's appeal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39397__chicago_judges_decline_request_to_review_conrad_black_s_appeal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHICAGO - Conrad Black, who is serving 6  1/2-year sentence for fraud and obstruction of justice in a Florida prison, has lost his bid to have a U.S. appeals court reconsider his case.The former... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Inventronics warns it may lose more than half its revenues as customer scraps contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39396__inventronics_warns_it_may_lose_more_than_half_its_revenues_as_customer_scraps_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Inventronics Ltd. (TSXV:IVX), a designer and manufacturer of custom enclosures for the telecommunications, electric transmission, cable and other industries, has seen its stock battered... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 15:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Investus Real Estate second quarter loss widens to $302,052 from $163,901</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39395__investus_real_estate_second_quarter_loss_widens_to_302_052_from_163_901_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Investus Real Estate Inc. (TSXV:IVT), a small company investing in industrial properties in Eastern Canada, widened its net loss in the second quarter to $302,052 from $163,901 last... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 15:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Forbes Medi-Tech expands into Finland with cheese product, stock up</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39393__forbes_medi_tech_expands_into_finland_with_cheese_product_stock_up_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Forbes Medi-Tech Inc. (TSX:FMI) says cheese slices using its cholesterol-lowering ingredient Reducol are going on sale in Europe, the latest product to commercialize on the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wind energy developer EarthFirst seeks strategic alternatives, possible sale of company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39384__wind_energy_developer_earthfirst_seeks_strategic_alternatives_possible_sale_of_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - EarthFirst Canada Inc. (TSX:EF) shares nearly doubled Thursday after the Calgary-based developer of wind energy projects said it is reviewing strategic alternatives to maximize... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Outdoor Partner Media Q2 loss falls to $575,783 from year-ago $184,312</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080821/39379__outdoor_partner_media_q2_loss_falls_to_575_783_from_year_ago_184_312_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Outdoor Partner Media Corp. (TSXV:OPX) had a loss of US$575,783 for the second quarter compared to a US$184,312 loss last year as revenue fell to US$1.8 million.The media provider, which... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eric Lamaze takes home gold in Olympic individual show jumping</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/hongkong/sports/athletes/20080821/39373__eric_lamaze_takes_home_gold_in_olympic_individual_show_jumping_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HONG KONG - Eric Lamaze of Schomberg, Ont., captured the show-jumping title Thursday at the Beijing Games, giving Canada its first-ever individual equestrian gold.Lamaze, aboard Hickstead, posted... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 16:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gazmetall Holding buys 22 per cent of Nautilus Minerals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39366__gazmetall_holding_buys_22_per_cent_of_nautilus_minerals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Gazmetall Holding (Cyprus) Ltd, a Russian investment firm, says it has bought a 22-per-cent stake in Nautilus Minerals (TSX:NUS), a Vancouver-based ocean-floor mining exploration firm.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian businesses spend $12.6 billion annually to comply with tax rules: CFIB</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39362__canadian_businesses_spend_12_6_billion_annually_to_comply_with_tax_rules_cfib_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Canadian Federation of Independent Business estimates that $12.6 billion is spent annually on the accountants, tax advisers and employees required for businesses in this country to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SNC-Lavalin wins $92 million contract for Rio Tinto Alcan smelter in Australia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39353__snc_lavalin_wins_92_million_contract_for_rio_tinto_alcan_smelter_in_australia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Rio Tinto Alcan has awarded joint venture led by engineering giant SNC-Lavalin (TSX:SNC) a $92 million contract for upgrades at its Boyne aluminum smelter in Australia.The contract with... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chemtrade says two injured by explosion at its Beaumont plant in Texas</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080821/39351__chemtrade_says_two_injured_by_explosion_at_its_beaumont_plant_in_texas_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Chemtrade Logistics Income Fund (TSX: CHE.UN) says an explosion early Thursday morning at its Beaumont plant in Texas has injured two employees, who were sent to hospital for treatment.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Yukon-Nevada Gold reports second quarter loss of US$5.7 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39350__yukon_nevada_gold_reports_second_quarter_loss_of_us_5_7_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Yukon-Nevada Gold Corp. (TSX:YNG), a Vancouver-based miner, says it lost US$5.7 million for the three months ended June 30 as the company was affected by the shutdown of its Jerritt... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Southwestern gets new partner as Hochschild buys Newmont's stake in venture</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39348__southwestern_gets_new_partner_as_hochschild_buys_newmont_s_stake_in_venture_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Southwestern Resources Corp. (TSX:SWG) says it has a new partner, Hochschild Mining PLC, which will take over operation of the Liam joint venture in Peru from Newmont Mining (NYSE:NEM).... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 09:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>IT company Q9 to spend up to $50 million on new Calgary data centre</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080821/39343__it_company_q9_to_spend_up_to_50_million_on_new_calgary_data_centre_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Q9 Networks Inc. (TSX:Q), a Toronto-based information technology company, says it will spend up to $50 million to build its third data centre in Calgary.The company said Thursday it has... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 09:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Corporate profits hit $69.4 billion in second quarter, up 2.5 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39342__corporate_profits_hit_69_4_billion_in_second_quarter_up_2_5_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian corporations earned $69.4 billion in operating profits in the second quarter, up 2.5 per cent from the first quarter.Statistics Canada says 15 of 22 industry groups reported... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 09:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>July inflation rates for cities</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39338__july_inflation_rates_for_cities_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The annual inflation rate was 3.4 per cent in July, says Statistics Canada. The agency also released rates for major cities, but cautioned that figures may fluctuate widely because they... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>July inflation rates for provinces</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/39336__july_inflation_rates_for_provinces_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The annual inflation rate was 3.4 per cent in July, says Statistics Canada. Here's what happened in the provinces and territories. (Previous month in brackets):-Newfoundland and Labrador... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 07:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian national junior team needs a new head coach after Groulx steps down</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080821/39318__canadian_national_junior_team_needs_a_new_head_coach_after_groulx_steps_down_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Canadian national junior hockey team is in need of a new head coach.Benoit Groulx has left the position after apparently taking a job in the American Hockey League, a source told The Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eric the Great: Lamaze snags gold medal in show jumping at Beijing Olympics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080821/39316__eric_the_great_lamaze_snags_gold_medal_in_show_jumping_at_beijing_olympics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - After waiting more than a decade to appear in his first Olympics, Eric Lamaze provided a performance for the history books.The Schomberg, Ont., rider posted three perfect runs aboard... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 16:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>United States beats Canada 4-1 in first game of women's U-18 hockey series</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080820/39312__united_states_beats_canada_4_1_in_first_game_of_women_s_u_18_hockey_series_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAKE PLACID, N.Y. - Brianna Decker tallied two goals and an assist and goaltender Alex Rigsby turned aside 35 shots to lead the U.S. women's under-18 team to a 4-1 victory over Canada in the first... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 23:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Minefinders widens Q2 loss to $7.7M ; lowers production estimates</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39281__minefinders_widens_q2_loss_to_7_7m_lowers_production_estimates_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Minefinders Corporation Ltd. (TSX:MFL) widened its second-quarter loss to $7.7 million from $400,000 a year ago as its Dolores Mine in Mexico moved to production.The Vancouver company... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Homebuilder Winalta seeks $10 million private palcement</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39277__homebuilder_winalta_seeks_10_million_private_palcement_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Winalta Inc. (TSXV:WTA.A), an Edmonton-based construction services company and builder of modular and custom-made homes, says it has struck a deal with Dundee Securities Corp. to... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>D-Box first quarter loss widens to $1.1 million from $997,850</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39275__d_box_first_quarter_loss_widens_to_1_1_million_from_997_850_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONGUEUIL, Que. - D-Box Technologies Inc. (TSXV:DBO.A), a Quebec-based company which designs and manufactures high-technology motion systems for the film and TV industry, widened its loss for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Organic Resource signs 20-year deal to supply organic waste</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39274__organic_resource_signs_20_year_deal_to_supply_organic_waste_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WOODBRIDGE, Ont. - Organic Resource Management Inc. (TSX:ORI) said Wednesday it has signed an exclusive, 20-year agreement to supply organic waste to a farm-based anaerobic digester at Ledgecroft... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zaio Corp. narrows Q2 loss to $1.8M from year-ago $2.8M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39267__zaio_corp_narrows_q2_loss_to_1_8m_from_year_ago_2_8m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Zaio Corp. (TSXV:ZAO) reported a loss of $1.8 million in the second quarter, compared with a loss of $2.8 million in the year-ago period, and warned Wednesday that it would have to raise... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Babcock and Wilcox Canada wins Fort Hills Energy contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39262__babcock_and_wilcox_canada_wins_fort_hills_energy_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMBRIDGE, Ont. - Babcock and Wilcox Canada Ltd. has won a contract to supply four modularized boilers and auxiliary equipment for the Fort Hills oil sands project (TSX:PCA, TSX:TCK.B, TSX:UTS),... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 15:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Danier Leather widens Q4 loss to $3 million from $2.4 million last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080820/39257__danier_leather_widens_q4_loss_to_3_million_from_2_4_million_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Leather good retailer Danier Leather Inc. (TSX:DL) widened its fourth-quarter loss to $3 million, but posted a higher profit for the year on higher sales.The quarterly loss amounted to... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 15:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Innovotech reports loss in second quarter on higher R&D spending</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39235__innovotech_reports_loss_in_second_quarter_on_higher_r_d_spending_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Innovotech Inc. (TSXV:IOT) says increased development costs for the company's Agress seed treatment and other R&D spending was the main reason for a $214,051-loss in the second quarter.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 13:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Like a flash of lightning, Bolt races to 200-metre world record</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080820/39232__like_a_flash_of_lightning_bolt_races_to_200_metre_world_record_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Usain Bolt was every bit as fast as his surname would suggest, racing to another world record at the Beijing Olympics.Bolt bested the 12-year-old record in the men's 200 metres... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 13:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Richards Oil & Gas narrows Q2 loss to $479,992 from year-ago $2.3M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39229__richards_oil_gas_narrows_q2_loss_to_479_992_from_year_ago_2_3m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Richards Oil & Gas Ltd. (TSXV:RIX) narrowed its second-quarter loss to $479,992 from a loss of $2.3 million a year ago as production revenues increased to $1.1 million.The Calgary-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sylogist posts $72,000 cash flow in third quarter, revesing loss last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39226__sylogist_posts_72_000_cash_flow_in_third_quarter_revesing_loss_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Sylogist Ltd. (TSXV:SYZ), a provider of software to municipal and education sectors, says it had postive cash flow from operations of $72,000 in the fiscal third quarter, compared with a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Amazon Mining discontinues Terra Branca diamond project in Brazil</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080820/39220__amazon_mining_discontinues_terra_branca_diamond_project_in_brazil_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Amazon Mining Holding (TSXV:AMZ) says it will discontinue its Terra Branca diamond project in Brazil because of "adverse market conditions" that have made it difficult to sign a joint... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crew Gold chief executive Jan Vestrum steps down effective immediately</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080820/39219__crew_gold_chief_executive_jan_vestrum_steps_down_effective_immediately_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Gold producer Crew Gold Corp. (TSX:CRU) said Wednesday its chief executive, Jan Vestrum, was stepping down effective immediately.The company didn't provide a reason for Vestrum's... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Laser advises shareholders to await review of takeover offer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080820/39212__royal_laser_advises_shareholders_to_await_review_of_takeover_offer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Royal Laser Corp. (TSX:RLC) is advising its shareholders to keep holding their stock until the company's independent directors can evaluate a takeover proposal from Jaguar Financial... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada and Bell launch exclusive retail partnership</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080820/39211__hmv_canada_and_bell_launch_exclusive_retail_partnership_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Music retail giant HMV Canada is taking another step away from traditional CD sales this month and moving further into electronics with plans to carry Bell Mobility's (TSX:BCE) wireless... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada and Bell launch exclusive retail partnership</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080820/39210__hmv_canada_and_bell_launch_exclusive_retail_partnership_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Music retail giant HMV Canada is taking another step away from traditional CD sales this month and moving further into electronics with plans to carry Bell Mobility's (TSX:BCE) wireless... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>N.L. to gain up to 3,500 jobs, $20 billion in royalties from Hebron oil deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39207__n_l_to_gain_up_to_3_500_jobs_20_billion_in_royalties_from_hebron_oil_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Premier Danny Williams played to Newfoundland nationalism Wednesday as he signed a final agreement to develop the Hebron offshore oil project, a deal that could provide $20... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ATW to acquire exploration property in Western Australia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39203__atw_to_acquire_exploration_property_in_western_australia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - ATW Venture Corp. (TSXV:ATW), a Vancouver-based junior miner, says it has struck a deal to acquire up to 90 per cent of the Prominent Hill Gunbarrel project in the North Eastern... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 10:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Athabasca Potash appoints James Davidson as chief financial officer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39202__athabasca_potash_appoints_james_davidson_as_chief_financial_officer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON, Sask. - Athabasca Potash Inc. (TSX:API) has appointed James Davidson as chief financial officer, the Saskatchewan company said Wednesday.Davidson has more than 28 years of experience in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 09:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scott's REIT buys small-box retail outlet in Que. for $11,850</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080820/39199__scott_s_reit_buys_small_box_retail_outlet_in_que_for_11_850_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Scott's REIT (TSX:SRQ.UN) has paid the relatively small price tag of $11,850 to acquire a small-box retail location in Anjou, Que.The 4,266 square kilometre retail building is located... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 09:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Digital signal technology firm Lyrtech plans a 10 for one share consolidation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39194__digital_signal_technology_firm_lyrtech_plans_a_10_for_one_share_consolidation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Lyrtech inc. (TSXV:LYT), a Quebec-based developer of digital signal technology, says it plans a 10 for one share consolidation after shareholders approved the move at a special meeting... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 09:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Retail sales rise by 0.5 per cent in June to $36 billion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39193__retail_sales_rise_by_0_5_per_cent_in_june_to_36_billion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Retail sales rose by 0.5 per cent in June to $36 billion, largely on the strength of a 4.2 per cent increase in higher-priced gasoline.Once price variations for all goods and services... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Composite leading index unchanged for second straight month in July</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39192__composite_leading_index_unchanged_for_second_straight_month_in_july_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Two of 10 components fell as the composite leading index was unchanged for a second straight month in July.Statistics Canada reports that declines in housing and the average workweek in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petro-Canada monitoring impact of fire at Libyan oil-storage facility</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39190__petro_canada_monitoring_impact_of_fire_at_libyan_oil_storage_facility_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - A fire has broken out at one of Petro-Canada's (TSX:PCA) major Libyan storage depots, which contains about 450,000 barrels of crude oil, the Calgary oil giant said Wednesday.The company... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ArcelorMittal buys stake in Adriana Resources, teams on Brazilian port project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/39187__arcelormittal_buys_stake_in_adriana_resources_teams_on_brazilian_port_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Global steel maker ArcelorMittal is teaming with a small Canadian resources company to develop a US$250-million iron ore port in Brazil.The port will be built on lands in the state of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Twin car bombings hit Algeria, 12 employees of Montreal-based firm killed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080820/39183__twin_car_bombings_hit_algeria_12_employees_of_montreal_based_firm_killed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ALGIERS, Algeria - Twin car bombings rocked a hotel and military headquarters in the Algerian town of Bouira killing a dozen people who worked for Montreal-based engineering giant SNC Lavalin Inc.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Tuesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080820/39177__baseball_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Chicago Cubs traded for Rich Harden expecting to get an ace pitcher, but they probably didn't expect to receive a hitter as well.The Victoria native allowed two hits in seven innings Tuesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 02:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Idol down to Final Four</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080819/39164__canadian_idol_down_to_final_four_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian Idol contestants performed music of the Fab Four as the CTV program pared down to the Final Four hopefuls.Toronto's Mookie Morris was the latest competitor to be eliminated as... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 21:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Head of union not happy with Viterra's decision to seek replacement workers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39163__head_of_union_not_happy_with_viterra_s_decision_to_seek_replacement_workers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - The head of the union representing striking Viterra workers says he's unhappy with some of the company's tactics.Viterra has confirmed it is trying to recruit temporary replacement... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 21:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Judge rejects call for injunction to stop sale of Toronto theatres</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080819/39158__judge_rejects_call_for_injunction_to_stop_sale_of_toronto_theatres_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - David Mirvish's Ed Mirvish Enterprises can go ahead with the purchase of two downtown Toronto theatres, an Ontario Superior Court judge ruled Tuesday.Rival theatre impresario Aubrey... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 20:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>QuestAir names Andrew Graham Hall as president and chief executive officer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39141__questair_names_andrew_graham_hall_as_president_and_chief_executive_officer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - QuestAir Technologies Inc. (TSX:QAR), a maker of gas purification systems for various industries, has named Andrew Graham Hall as president and CEO.The B.C. company said Hall will... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Key supplier on Bombardier's Learjet 85 business plane declares bankruptcy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39135__key_supplier_on_bombardier_s_learjet_85_business_plane_declares_bankruptcy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Bombardier Aerospace (TSX:BBD.B) assured Tuesday that the development of its new Learjet 85 business plane won't be unduly affected by the bankruptcy of Grob Aerospace, which is... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Open Text reports Q4 profit of US$27.3 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39132__open_text_reports_q4_profit_of_us_27_3_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Open Text Corp. (TSX:OTC) reported Tuesday a sharp increase in quarterly profit compared with a year ago, beating the markets expectations, as revenue increased nearly 15 per cent.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Recent fatalities from insurgent attacks in Afghanistan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080819/39130__recent_fatalities_from_insurgent_attacks_in_afghanistan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The deadly outcome of some insurgent attacks in Afghanistan in recent weeks:-Aug. 18: About 100 insurgents kill 10 French troops outside Kabul, while six suicide bombers try to storm a U.S. base.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 16:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arbitrator Brian Keller appointed to talks between Air Canada and its union</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39127__arbitrator_brian_keller_appointed_to_talks_between_air_canada_and_its_union_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - An arbitrator has appointed to handle talks between Air Canada (TSX:AC.A) and its union over entitlements for workers who will lose their jobs as part of recently-announced cuts.Federal... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 16:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Court approves Mistral's proposal under Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080917/39120__court_approves_mistral_s_proposal_under_bankruptcy_and_insolvency_act_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Mistral Pharma Inc. (TSXV:MIP) said Wednesday that the Quebec Superior Court has approved a proposal under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act to restructure the company.Mistral Pharma... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 18:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ithaca Energy reports a second-quarter loss of $1.5 million on higher costs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39119__ithaca_energy_reports_a_second_quarter_loss_of_1_5_million_on_higher_costs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Ithaca Energy Inc (TSXV:IAE), a Canadian oil and gas company with assets in the U.K. North Sea, reported a second-quarter loss of US$1.5 million on higher costs.The Calgary-based company... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ford Canada president and CEO to leave company in September</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39118__ford_canada_president_and_ceo_to_leave_company_in_september_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OAKVILLE, Ont. - The president and CEO of Ford Motor Co. of Canada Ltd. (NYSE:F) is leaving the company in September, eight months after taking the job, the automaker announced Tuesday.Barry Engle... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Victory Nickel hikes offer for Independent Nickel, board recommends the deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080903/39116__victory_nickel_hikes_offer_for_independent_nickel_board_recommends_the_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Victory Nickel Inc. (TSX:NI) has increased the amount of stock it's willing to exchange for shares of Independent Nickel Corp. (TSX:INI), which is now recommending that shareholders... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 3 Sep 2008 11:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Deloitte and Scott Rankin & Gardiner consider merger; no financial details</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39115__deloitte_and_scott_rankin_gardiner_consider_merger_no_financial_details_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Auditor Deloitte & Touche has inked deal to merge with Scott Rankin & Gardiner, a consulting firm, for an undisclosed amount.The proposed deal would strengthen Deloitte's ability to serve... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ivanhoe Energy in talks with Ecuador's national oil company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39114__ivanhoe_energy_in_talks_with_ecuador_s_national_oil_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Ivanhoe Energy Inc. (TSX:IE) said Tuesday the company is in talks with Ecuador's national oil company regarding the development of the Pungarayacu oil field.Ivanhoe Energy executive... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Astral Radio shuts down online and TV classified ad division, 38 jobs affected</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39108__astral_radio_shuts_down_online_and_tv_classified_ad_division_38_jobs_affected_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The radio division of Astral Media Inc. (TSX:ACM.A), is shutting down its online and television classified ad division, TATV, in a move that will impact 38 jobs.The closure of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Takara acquires gold-zinc properties in British Columbia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080819/39096__takara_acquires_gold_zinc_properties_in_british_columbia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Takara Resources Inc. (TSXV:TKK), a Toronto-based junior mineral developer, says it has struck a deal to acquire the Big Bar, Baez, Ospika projects and five other properties in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 13:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hart Stores to reopen eight former SAAN Stores locations this fall</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39095__hart_stores_to_reopen_eight_former_saan_stores_locations_this_fall_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAVAL, Que. - Hart Stores Inc. (HIS:TSX), an operator of mid-sized department stores, says it will reopen eight former stores that once belonged to the bankrupt Saan Stores chain this fall.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 13:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hotel Association: U.S. travel down, but not just because of gas prices</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080819/39087__hotel_association_u_s_travel_down_but_not_just_because_of_gas_prices_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The president of the Hotel Association of Canada says he's seen a big drop in travellers from the United States - but it's not just because of gas prices.Anthony Pollard says the runup... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 13:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hotel Association: U.S. travel down, but not just because of gas prices</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39086__hotel_association_u_s_travel_down_but_not_just_because_of_gas_prices_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The president of the Hotel Association of Canada says he's seen a big drop in travellers from the United States - but it's not just because of gas prices.Anthony Pollard says the runup... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HSBC bank will keep using RIM's BlackBerry as its business phone</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39075__hsbc_bank_will_keep_using_rim_s_blackberry_as_its_business_phone_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - HSBC Bank, one of the world's largest banking and financial services companies, has no plans for its global workforce to stop using Research In Motion's (TSX:RIM) BlackBerry smartphone... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Lopes-Schliep captures bronze in women's 100-metre hurdles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080819/39074__canada_s_lopes_schliep_captures_bronze_in_women_s_100_metre_hurdles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Canada's Priscilla Lopes-Schliep won the bronze medal in the women's 100-metre hurdles at the Beijing Olympics on Tuesday.The 25-year-old from Whitby, Ont., raced to a time of 12.64... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>M8 Entertainment says biggest shareholder plans to liquidate; expects no impact</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39068__m8_entertainment_says_biggest_shareholder_plans_to_liquidate_expects_no_impact_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - M8 Entertainment Inc., (TSXV:MEE.SV.B), a Montreal-based film company, says its primary shareholder, International Entertainment Corp., will try to liquidate.M8's management, however,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 11:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Empire gets strategic gold exploration licence in Serbia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39066__empire_gets_strategic_gold_exploration_licence_in_serbia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Empire Mining Corp. (TSXV:EPC), a junior Vancouver miner, says the Serbian government has awarded the company an exploration licence for the 62-square-kilometre Nevlje property located... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 11:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hebron oil project receives formal go-ahead from Newfoundland and Labrador</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39064__hebron_oil_project_receives_formal_go_ahead_from_newfoundland_and_labrador_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - The long-delayed Hebron offshore oil project will receive the formal go-ahead Wednesday.Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Danny Williams says in a news release a final agreement... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 11:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dianor Resources to acquire surface rights to Leadbetter Extension property for $5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39062__dianor_resources_to_acquire_surface_rights_to_leadbetter_extension_property_for_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VAL-D'OR, Que. - Dianor Resources Inc. (TSXV:DOR), a Quebec-based diamond explorer, says it has signed an agreement in principle with Joseph Leadbetter and affiliates to buy the surface rights to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 11:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pitt, Malkovich, Norton, Farrell set to attend Toronto film festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080819/39061__pitt_malkovich_norton_farrell_set_to_attend_toronto_film_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Heavyweight movie stars Brad Pitt, John Malkovich and Edward Norton are among the celebrities slated to attend the Toronto International Film Festival next month, organizers said Tuesday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 11:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wholesale sales register fifth increase in six months in June</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080819/39054__wholesale_sales_register_fifth_increase_in_six_months_in_june_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Wholesale sales rose two per cent to $45.2 billion in June, their fifth increase in six months.After removing the effect of price changes, sales in constant dollars increased one per cent... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 08:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jaguar Financial to make all-cash take-over bid for Royal Laser</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080819/39052__jaguar_financial_to_make_all_cash_take_over_bid_for_royal_laser_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jaguar Financial Corp. (TSX:JFC) says it's willing to pay a premium to buy enough shares of Royal Laser Corp. (TSX:RLC) to control the industrial company, which could be combined with... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 08:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada not going to reach the podium on Wednesday at Beijing Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080820/39033__canada_not_going_to_reach_the_podium_on_wednesday_at_beijing_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Canada's march to the podium was interrupted on Wednesday, as a light day of finals and some disappointing results ended the country's four-day medal streak.The Canadian softball team... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 06:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Monday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080819/39028__baseball_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Tampa Bay won an important victory over the league-leading Los Angeles Angels on Monday, but the talk of the game centred on baseball's infamous jogger B.J. Upton.The first-place Rays beat the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 01:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Debt rating agency DBRS downgrades Chrysler and General Motors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080818/39014__debt_rating_agency_dbrs_downgrades_chrysler_and_general_motors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - DBRS downgraded its ratings on automakers Chrysler LLC and General Motors Corp. on Monday.The debt rating agency lowered its rating fro Chrysler from B to CCC (high), while General... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 21:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada beats Bermuda by 26 runs at opening match of Tri-Nation series</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080818/39010__canada_beats_bermuda_by_26_runs_at_opening_match_of_tri_nation_series_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KING CITY, Ont. - The Canadian trio of Rizwan Cheema, Manoj David and Karun Jethi proved too much for arch rivals Bermuda, lifting Canada to a 26-run victory Monday at the Tri-Nation limited overs... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stratford Festival announces 2009 playbill</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080818/39001__stratford_festival_announces_2009_playbill_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STRATFORD, Ont. - The Stratford, Ont., Shakespeare Festival said its 2009 playbill, announced Monday, reflects its "commitment to producing the works of William Shakespeare and his contemporaries,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 22:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Tire sells and leases back 12 properties for $174 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080818/38991__canadian_tire_sells_and_leases_back_12_properties_for_174_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Hard goods retailer Canadian Tire Corp. (TSX:CTC.A) says it has struck a deal to sell and lease back 12 of its store properties for $174 million.Canadian Tire said late Monday the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 19:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ruling on ABCP restructuring plan likely won't mark and end to courtroom battles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080818/38986__ruling_on_abcp_restructuring_plan_likely_won_t_mark_and_end_to_courtroom_battles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Investors in the frozen $32 billion asset-backed commercial paper market have cleared another hurdle on the way to getting back some of their money.The Ontario Court of Appeal has gave... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 17:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TransGlobe Energy buys higher stake in West Gharib properties in Egypt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38985__transglobe_energy_buys_higher_stake_in_west_gharib_properties_in_egypt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - TransGlobe Energy Corp. (TSX:TGL) has acquired another 25 per cent stake of its West Gharib properties in Egypt from its partner, a private company registered in Cyprus, for US$18.0... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 17:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>BFI Canada Income Fund to reduce distributions and convert to corporation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080818/38982__bfi_canada_income_fund_to_reduce_distributions_and_convert_to_corporation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - BFI Canada Income Fund (TSX:BFC.UN) said Monday that it will convert to a corporate structure and reduce its cash distributions to unitholders to 4.166 cents per month effective Dec. 1.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bearclaw sells the rest of Man/Prime mineral property in B.C. to Candorado</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38976__bearclaw_sells_the_rest_of_man_prime_mineral_property_in_b_c_to_candorado_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Bearclaw Capital Corp. (TSXV:BRL), a junior mineral developer based in Vancouver, says it has struck a deal to sell its remaining 49 per cent stake in the Man/Prime mineral property... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fairborne shares rise 14 per cent after company reports promising horizontal well</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38973__fairborne_shares_rise_14_per_cent_after_company_reports_promising_horizontal_well_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Fairborne Energy Ltd. (TSX:FEL), a Calgary-based oil and natural gas producer, saw its shares rise nearly 14 per cent Monday after the company said its Harlech horizontal gaswell in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 17:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nexterra says testing shows biomass gasification ready to displace fossil fuels</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38962__nexterra_says_testing_shows_biomass_gasification_ready_to_displace_fossil_fuels_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Nexterra Energy Corp., a private Vancouver-based biomass gasification company, said it has produced renewable synthesis gas that can displace fossil fuels for use in such industries as... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fortis Inc. spends $24 million to raise stake in Caribbean Utilities</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38959__fortis_inc_spends_24_million_to_raise_stake_in_caribbean_utilities_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS), Canada's largest private sector power company, says it has raised its stake in Caribbean Utilities Company Ltd. (TSX:CUP.U) by paying $23.9 million to buy... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Genivar acquires Henderson Paddon engineering and consulting firm</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38947__genivar_acquires_henderson_paddon_engineering_and_consulting_firm_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Engineering company Genivar Income Fund (TSX:GNV.UN) has acquired Henderson Paddon & Associates Ltd., an Ontario-based civil engineering and environmental consulting firm.With the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>City of Becancour, Que., to host first world boxing academy</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080818/38946__city_of_becancour_que_to_host_first_world_boxing_academy_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ After a dismal outing at the Beijing Games, Canada finally received some good news of the national boxing front.On Monday, the International Boxing Association chose Becancour, Que., to host the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OnX Enterprise acquires software firm MIC Partners for undisclosed price</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38942__onx_enterprise_acquires_software_firm_mic_partners_for_undisclosed_price_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MARKHAM, Ont. - OnX Enterprise Solutions Ltd., one of Canada's largest providers of business software, says it has acquired MIC Partners Inc., an information technology software specialist based in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sterling Resources to raise stake in Craiova concession in Romania</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38941__sterling_resources_to_raise_stake_in_craiova_concession_in_romania_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Sterling Resources Ltd. (TSXV:SLG), a Calgary-based energy company, says it has struck a deal to acquire an additional 40 per cent working interest in the 700,000 hectare South Craiova... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Travel to and from Canada fell in June amid high fuel prices</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38929__travel_to_and_from_canada_fell_in_june_amid_high_fuel_prices_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says travel to and from Canada remained weak in June, continuing a trend that has beleaguered the country's travel industries for months.Trips to Canada in June - which... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada wins silver medal in Olympic equestrian team show jumping</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/hongkong/sports/athletes/20080818/38926__canada_wins_silver_medal_in_olympic_equestrian_team_show_jumping_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HONG KONG - Ian Millar has competed more Olympic Games than almost any other athlete. Now he has the medal to go with the memories.Canada won silver in Olympic equestrian team show jumping Monday... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fortuna Silver reports second quarter net profits of $2.4 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38922__fortuna_silver_reports_second_quarter_net_profits_of_2_4_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. (TSXV:FVI), a junior Vancouver miner which operates in Latin America, reports second quarter net profits of nearly $2.4 million and revenue of nearly $7.9... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 10:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Boardwalk REIT gets TSX approval to buy back up to 10 per cent of units</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38919__boardwalk_reit_gets_tsx_approval_to_buy_back_up_to_10_per_cent_of_units_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:BEI.UN), a Calgary-based rental property owner, says the Toronto Stock Exchange has accepted the trust's plan to buy back more than four... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Foreigners bought Canadian securities in June, Canadians sold foreign paper</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080818/38916__foreigners_bought_canadian_securities_in_june_canadians_sold_foreign_paper_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says non-residents bought $7.2 billion in Canadian securities in June, while Canadians sold $9.5 billion in foreign stocks, bonds and short-term paper.The foreign... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Two silvers for Canada temper disappointment for Christopher and Groves</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080818/38908__two_silvers_for_canada_temper_disappointment_for_christopher_and_groves_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Silver medals from Karen Cockburn and Canada's equestrian team salvaged a day that began with disappointment and disaster for the nation's athletes at the Olympics.Cockburn won her third... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Transition Therapeutics acquires three drug projects from Forbes Medi-Tech</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080818/38907__transition_therapeutics_acquires_three_drug_projects_from_forbes_medi_tech_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Transition Therapeutics Inc. (TSX:TTH) has acquired the exclusive rights to three drug discovery projects from Forbes Medi-Tech Inc. (TSX:FMI) in a deal worth between US$1 million and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Sunday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080818/38891__baseball_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ If the Blue Jays come back to clinch the AL wild-card spot, they'll have Josh Beckett to thank for it.Alex Rios had five hits, matching a club record with four doubles, and Toronto chased Beckett... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2008 00:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Golden sweep for Whitney McClintock at Canadian water skiing championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080817/38885__golden_sweep_for_whitney_mcclintock_at_canadian_water_skiing_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEWMARKET, Ont. - Whitney McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., placed first in slalom, tricks and jump on Sunday to win the women's open overall title, while world champion Jaret Llewellyn of Innisfail,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Report: Mats Sundin interested in signing with New York Rangers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080817/38875__report_mats_sundin_interested_in_signing_with_new_york_rangers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Undecided free agent centre Mats Sundin has expressed interest in playing for the New York Rangers, according to a report in the New York Post.The article cites a source as saying the 37-year-old... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2008 17:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gold in men's eight, bronze in women's double, men's four for Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080817/38836__gold_in_men_s_eight_bronze_in_women_s_double_men_s_four_for_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - The men's eight crew capped a three-medal day for Canada at the Olympic rowing regatta by capturing a gold medal.They won their race in five minutes 23.89 seconds. "I knew that we had... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2008 12:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada enjoys second straight multi-medal day at Beijing Olympics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080817/38835__canada_enjoys_second_straight_multi_medal_day_at_beijing_olympics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - The medals kept coming fast and furious for Canada at the Beijing Olympics on Sunday, as the country's athletes hit the podium multiple times for a second straight day.Rowers accounted... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2008 23:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bronze in lightweight women's double, men's four for Canada at Olympics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080817/38832__bronze_in_lightweight_women_s_double_men_s_four_for_canada_at_olympics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Canada won bronze in the lightweight men's four and in the lightweight women's double at the Beijing Olympics.The crew of Iain Brambell of Victoria, Jon Beare of Toronto, Mike Lewis of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2008 04:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Saturday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080817/38828__baseball_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Roy Halladay took the mound against the Boston Red Sox Saturday night, and didn't leave until his job was done.Halladay went the distance for a league-leading eighth complete game this season,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2008 03:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Victoria's Cochrane wins bronze in men's 1,500 freestyle at Beijing Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080816/38822__victoria_s_cochrane_wins_bronze_in_men_s_1_500_freestyle_at_beijing_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Victoria's Ryan Cochrane has won a bronze medal in the 1,500-metre freestyle at the Beijing Games, finally giving Canada its first medal in the pool since the Sydney Games in 2000.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 16 Aug 2008 23:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Amos, Stevens win two medals each at Canadian water skiing championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080816/38819__amos_stevens_win_two_medals_each_at_canadian_water_skiing_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEWMARKET, Ont. - Amanda Amos of Midland, Ont., and Karen Stevens of Morrisburg, Ont., won two medals each on Saturday in the under-21 competition at the Canadian water skiing championships.In... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jarosch tied with Bradford heading into final round of Desjardins Montreal Open</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080816/38817__jarosch_tied_with_bradford_heading_into_final_round_of_desjardins_montreal_open_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ILE BIZARD, Que. - Barrett Jarosch birdied the final hole Saturday to grab a share of the lead after the third round of the Desjardins Montreal Open.His one-under 70 has the Edmonton native at 10... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 16 Aug 2008 20:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Olympic medals for Canadian wrestlers stir hometown pride Saturday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080816/38813__olympic_medals_for_canadian_wrestlers_stir_hometown_pride_saturday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAZELTON, B.C. - Hometown pride swelled in two Canadian communities Saturday, as residents celebrated in the streets after getting word of Canada's first Olympic medals from the Beijing Games.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 16 Aug 2008 23:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian U-18's beat Russia 6-3 to take gold medal at Ivan Hlinka</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080816/38807__canadian_u_18_s_beat_russia_6_3_to_take_gold_medal_at_ivan_hlinka_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PIESTANY, Slovakia - After watching his team steamroll its way through the Memorial of Ivan Hlinka tournament, Canadian coach Bill Peters had just one small complaint - he wanted to see more.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 16 Aug 2008 18:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Prime minister and U.S. president discuss situation in Georgia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080816/38802__prime_minister_and_u_s_president_discuss_situation_in_georgia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Prime Minister Stephen Harper joined U.S. President George W. Bush on Saturday in welcoming a ceasefire agreement between Russia and Georgia.The two leaders, speaking by telephone,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 16 Aug 2008 15:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Friday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080816/38768__baseball_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Daryle Ward isn't used to playing the role of hero.With only 70 at-bats this season and sitting in an 0-for-13 slump, Ward was chosen to pinch-hit in the ninth inning with two runners on board the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 16 Aug 2008 03:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Celine Dion begins Canadian leg of Taking Chances? tour</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080815/38750__celine_dion_begins_canadian_leg_of_taking_chances_tour_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Celine Dion has kicked off the Canadian leg of her "Taking Chances" tour.The pop megastar opened with the Roy Orbison classic "I Drove All Night," Friday to the thunderous cheers of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 22:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ben Johnson claims lawyer 'took advantage' of low intellect; plans $37M lawsuit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080815/38745__ben_johnson_claims_lawyer_took_advantage_of_low_intellect_plans_37m_lawsuit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Disgraced Olympic sprinter Ben Johnson plans to sue his former lawyer's estate for $37 million, alleging that Edward Futerman took advantage of his "diminished mental capacities" in "an... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec arbitrator imposes labour contract at unionized Wal-Mart</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38743__quebec_arbitrator_imposes_labour_contract_at_unionized_wal_mart_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - A Quebec arbitrator imposed a labour contract Friday at a unionized Wal-Mart outlet in western Quebec, marking the first such deal involving the retail giant in North America.While... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 18:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Six Ontarians facing fraud charges for alleged investment fraud</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080815/38741__six_ontarians_facing_fraud_charges_for_alleged_investment_fraud_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Six people from Ontario are facing fraud charges after a lengthy RCMP investigation.The investigation was launched in 2006 following a complaint over an alleged fraudulent investment... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 18:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Access Energy unsuccessful in bids to obtain Saskatchewan oilsands permits</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080815/38739__access_energy_unsuccessful_in_bids_to_obtain_saskatchewan_oilsands_permits_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Sakatchewan government has turned down several bids for oilsands exploratory permits in the province, including one from Access Energy Inc., saying it has none were acceptable.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gennum sells Burlington, Ont. headquarters for $13.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38732__gennum_sells_burlington_ont_headquarters_for_13_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURLINGTON, Ont - Gennum Corp. (TSX: GND) announced Friday a sale and lease-back agreement with LPF Realty Office Inc. for its Burlington, Ont.-based headquarters valued at $13.5 million.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MethylGene says FDA has put a partial clinical hold on lead product</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38725__methylgene_says_fda_has_put_a_partial_clinical_hold_on_lead_product_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Cancer drug developer MethylGene Inc. (TSX:MYG) says the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is placing a "partial clinical hold" on new patient enrolment for the clinical trial of its... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 16:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Plutonic Power and GE will make joint bid for $4B hydroelectric project in B.C.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38720__plutonic_power_and_ge_will_make_joint_bid_for_4b_hydroelectric_project_in_b_c__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Plutonic Power Corp.(TSX:PCC) and GE Energy Financial Services are teaming up on a plan to build a $4 billion hydroelectric project in southwestern British Columbia.The companies say... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 16:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bonterra takeover target Silverwing Energy reports $3.9 million in revenue in Q2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38714__bonterra_takeover_target_silverwing_energy_reports_3_9_million_in_revenue_in_q2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Silverwing Energy Inc. (TSX:SVW), which is being acquired by Bonterra Energy Income Trust (TSX:BNE.UN), says its second-quarter financial results included increased revenue and a reduced... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Algonquin Power shifts to profit in second quarter as customer base grows</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080815/38708__algonquin_power_shifts_to_profit_in_second_quarter_as_customer_base_grows_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Algonquin Power Income Fund (TSX:APF.UN) sees plenty of opportunities arising in future quarters as demand grows for renewable energy in Canada and the United States., the fund said... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Olympic team looks good for projected top-16 finish at Beijing Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080819/38707__canadian_olympic_team_looks_good_for_projected_top_16_finish_at_beijing_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - The Canadian Olympic Committee's prediction of a top-16 finish at the Beijing Olympics is suddenly looking pretty good.Canadian athletes won four more medals Thursday, increasing the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sprott Resource earns nearly $7 million in second quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080815/38706__sprott_resource_earns_nearly_7_million_in_second_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sprott Resource Corp. (TSX:SCP) says it had net earnings of nearly $7 million or $13 cents a share for the second quarter.The bottom line includes nearly $5 million in equity earnings of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Royalties second quarter loss widens to nearly $1.6 million from $1.3 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38700__canadian_royalties_second_quarter_loss_widens_to_nearly_1_6_million_from_1_3_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canadian Royalties Inc. (TSX:CZZ), a resources company developing a nickel project in Nunavik, Que., says its second quarter loss widened to nearly $1.6 million from $1.3 million.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>WellStar Energy one for five share consolidation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38699__wellstar_energy_one_for_five_share_consolidation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - WellStar Energy Corp. (TSXV:WST), a Vancouver-based oil and gas company, says it plans to consolidate its shares one to five.The company said Friday the share consolidation will be... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clarke resumes share buybacks; spent $7.7M on previous issuer bid</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38698__clarke_resumes_share_buybacks_spent_7_7m_on_previous_issuer_bid_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Clarke Inc. (TSX:CKI) says it could buy back up to 10 per cent of the public float of its common shares over the next year, or roughly 16.6 million, through a normal course issuer bid.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 16:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Superior Energy falls into red in Q2, loses $1.5M as sales climb</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38697__canadian_superior_energy_falls_into_red_in_q2_loses_1_5m_as_sales_climb_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Superior Energy Inc. (TSX:SNG) tumbled to a $1.5 million loss during the second quarter as it put more money towards capital expenditures.The energy company said Friday that... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Higher exports help Hydro-Quebec grow six-month gains to $2.2 billion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38696__higher_exports_help_hydro_quebec_grow_six_month_gains_to_2_2_billion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Higher electricity exports helped Crown-owned Hydro-Quebec grow net profits for the first six months of the year to nearly $2.2 billion, up from just under $2.1 billion for the same... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Access Energy unsuccessful in bids to obtain Saskatchewan oil sands permits</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080815/38693__access_energy_unsuccessful_in_bids_to_obtain_saskatchewan_oil_sands_permits_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Access Energy Inc. says it's disappointed that the Saskatchewan government has decided none of the bids for oil sands exploratory permits in the province were acceptable.The comments... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Strong profit growth at caisse network underpins strong Q2 at Desjardins Group</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38677__strong_profit_growth_at_caisse_network_underpins_strong_q2_at_desjardins_group_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LEVIS, Que. - Strong profit growth at its network of retail branch offices helped power a strong second quarter at Quebec-based Desjardins Group, an integrated financial co-operative that's also... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sales of new autos slipped in June as buyers shied away from vans, SUVs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38669__sales_of_new_autos_slipped_in_june_as_buyers_shied_away_from_vans_suvs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada says sales of new motor vehicles slipped to 143,270 units in June, down 1.0 per cent from May as buyers shied away from gas guzzlers.Sales of new trucks, including... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 09:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier orders battery chargers from cash-strapped Turbo Power</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080815/38664__bombardier_orders_battery_chargers_from_cash_strapped_turbo_power_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Cash-short Turbo Power Systems Inc (TSX:TPS), a U.K.-based company that lists its shares in Canada, has received a new contract order from Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) for the supply of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 07:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080815/38650__baseball_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It took 132 years for the Chicago Cubs to dominate the Atlanta Braves in a season series, and they did it to stretch out their longest road winning streak in 63 years.Ramirez and Alfonso Soriano... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 01:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Charles Roberts scores two TDs as Blue Bombers beat Tiger-Cats 37-24</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080815/38644__charles_roberts_scores_two_tds_as_blue_bombers_beat_tiger_cats_37_24_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Kevin Glenn knows he didn't play a perfect game, but it was good enough to give the Winnipeg Blue Bombers their second victory of the season.With the Bombers quarterback calling all but... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 01:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CV Technologies co-founder Shan steps aside as chief executive</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080917/38623__cv_technologies_co_founder_shan_steps_aside_as_chief_executive_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Jacqueline Shan, co-founder of cold and flu remedy maker CV Technologies Inc. (TSX:CVQ), has stepped aside as chief executive officer.The company said Wednesday that Shan "has decided... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 09:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nstein Technologies' second quarter net loss nearly $1.6 million, but revenues rise</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38611__nstein_technologies_second_quarter_net_loss_nearly_1_6_million_but_revenues_rise_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Nstein Technologies Inc. (TSXV:EIN), a Montreal digital media company, widened its net loss in the second quarter to nearly $1.6 million from $1 million but grew its revenues 50 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Linamar second quarter net profits rise to just under $32 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38610__linamar_second_quarter_net_profits_rise_to_just_under_32_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GUELPH, Ont. - Linamar Corp. (TSX:LNR), Canada's second-bigest auto parts maker, with 12,000 employees and operations around the world, reported its second-quarter net profits rose to just under... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Iteration Energy earns small profit on sharp revenue jump from takeover</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38604__iteration_energy_earns_small_profit_on_sharp_revenue_jump_from_takeover_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Iteration Energy Ltd. (TSX:ITX), a Calgary-based oil and gas producer, reported a small net profit in the latest quarter as sharply higher revenues linked to an acquisition helped the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Seymour Schulich increases ownership in New Gold Inc. to 12 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080814/38603__seymour_schulich_increases_ownership_in_new_gold_inc_to_12_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian philanthropist Seymour Schulich has increased his stake in New Gold Inc. (TSX:NGD) to 12 per cent through his Toronto-based holding company, Nevada Capital Corp. Ltd.Schulich... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Hydro says second-quarter profit rose 63 per cent; revenue up 14 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38599__canadian_hydro_says_second_quarter_profit_rose_63_per_cent_revenue_up_14_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Hydro Developers Inc. (TSX:KHD) said second-quarter profit rose 63 per cent to $2.9 million thanks to higher power prices and increased revenues from the addition of two new... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Writedown results in $15.1-million Q2 loss for Commercial Solutions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38596__writedown_results_in_15_1_million_q2_loss_for_commercial_solutions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Commercial Solutions Inc. (TSX:CSA) says its second-quarter sales fell by six per cent compared with last year but attributed a $15.1-million loss primarily to a writedown of assets.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Puget and Benton sign agreement on claims in northwestern Ontario</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38594__puget_and_benton_sign_agreement_on_claims_in_northwestern_ontario_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Puget Ventures Inc. (TSXV:PVS) has signed a deal with Benton Resources Corp. (TSXV:BTC) to buy an option in Benton's eight claims in the Werner Lake-Rex Lake area in northwestern... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nexen, Bow Valley announce satellite oil discovery in the U.K. North Sea</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38593__nexen_bow_valley_announce_satellite_oil_discovery_in_the_u_k_north_sea_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Calgary-based oil and gas companies Nexen Inc. (TSX:NXY) and Bow Valley Energy Ltd. say they have made an oil discovery in the U.K. North Sea at the Blackbird well, six kilometres south... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ondine Biopharma second quarter loss narrows to $2.4 million from $3.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38592__ondine_biopharma_second_quarter_loss_narrows_to_2_4_million_from_3_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Ondine Biopharma Corp. (TSX:OBP) a medical technology company developing disinfection products, narrowed its losses for the second quarter to $2.4 million from under $3.8 million last... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Triant to sell its fault detection and classification business; stock up 40 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38586__triant_to_sell_its_fault_detection_and_classification_business_stock_up_40_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Triant Holdings Inc. (TSX:TNT), a software monitoring company based in Vancouver, said it has an agreement to sell its fault detection and classification business.The buyer and the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>British Columbia nets more than $500M in oil and gas rights in August sale</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38585__british_columbia_nets_more_than_500m_in_oil_and_gas_rights_in_august_sale_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - British Columbia netted more than $501 million in its August sale of oil and gas rights, bringing the fiscal year-to-date total to a new record of more than $1.8 billion, the provincial... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Grande Cache earns first quarter profit of $3.4 million, reversing loss last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38584__grande_cache_earns_first_quarter_profit_of_3_4_million_reversing_loss_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Grande Cache Coal Corp. (TSX:GCE), a Calgary company which operates coal mines in Alberta, says it earned a $3.4 million profit in its latest quarter despite lower output, as higher... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gran Tierra Energy announces gas condensate discovery in central Colombia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38582__gran_tierra_energy_announces_gas_condensate_discovery_in_central_colombia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (TSX:GTE), a Calgary company which explores and produces oil in South America, says it has successfully tested the Popa-2 exploration well in the Rio Magdalena... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clarke Inc. posts Q2 profit of $12.4M, down from $28.1M a year ago.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38581__clarke_inc_posts_q2_profit_of_12_4m_down_from_28_1m_a_year_ago__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Clarke Inc. (TSX:CKI), which has made a name for itself in recent years as an active investor in restructuring companies, earned $12.4 million in the second quarter, down from $28.1... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ivanhoe Mines posts Q2 profit of US$127.5M, reversing a loss of US$74.2M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38577__ivanhoe_mines_posts_q2_profit_of_us_127_5m_reversing_a_loss_of_us_74_2m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Ivanhoe Mines Ltd. (TSX:IVN) had a US$127.5-million profit in the second quarter on gains from the sale of its stake in Jinshan Gold Mines Inc. in China, the company announced Thursday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Boardwalk REIT logs $11.7 million profit in Q2 as rental revenues move higher</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38573__boardwalk_reit_logs_11_7_million_profit_in_q2_as_rental_revenues_move_higher_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Boardwalk Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:BEI.UN) posted a profit of $11.7 million during the second quarter as its rental revenues climbed higher.The latest results were worth 21... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 13:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dozens more international titles added to Toronto Film Festival lineup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080814/38570__dozens_more_international_titles_added_to_toronto_film_festival_lineup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Dozens more films from around the globe, including several star-studded titles, have been added to the lineup for the Toronto International Film Festival."Lymelife," executive-produced... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 13:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zi Corporation reports Q2 loss of $1.5M on sales of $2.7M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38560__zi_corporation_reports_q2_loss_of_1_5m_on_sales_of_2_7m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Software company Zi Corp. (TSX:ZIC) reported a bigger quarterly loss of US$1.5 million as sales fell to US$2.7 million.The loss amounted to three cents per share and compared with a loss... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CPP Investment Board books one per cent investment return in quarter at $127.7B</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080814/38558__cpp_investment_board_books_one_per_cent_investment_return_in_quarter_at_127_7b_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada Pension Plan Fund says it wrapped up the first quarter with a one per cent investment rate return over the previous quarter.The fund totalled $127.7 billion at the end of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>InStorage REIT second quarter net loss grows to $2.2 million from $1.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080814/38556__instorage_reit_second_quarter_net_loss_grows_to_2_2_million_from_1_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - InStorage Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:IS.UN), a Toronto-based trust that owns self-storage operations across Canada, widened its second-quarter net loss as the company faced higher... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Liquidation World Q3 net loss falls to $3.8M from $2.9M last year.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38555__liquidation_world_q3_net_loss_falls_to_3_8m_from_2_9m_last_year__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRANTFORD, Ont. - Retailer Liquidation World Inc.'s (TSX:LQW) third-quarter net loss widened to $3.8 million from $2.9 million last year despite a slight increase in revenues.The company, which... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dynetek Industries narrows second quarter loss to $1.5 million from $2.3 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38550__dynetek_industries_narrows_second_quarter_loss_to_1_5_million_from_2_3_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Dynetek Industries Ltd. (TSX:DNK), a maker of fuel storage cylinders and systems for compressed natural gas and hydrogen, narrowed its second quarter loss but reported lower revenues and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aid work in Afghanistan more perilous despite Canadian shift to development</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080814/38548__aid_work_in_afghanistan_more_perilous_despite_canadian_shift_to_development_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - The murder of two Canadian aid workers is raising questions about whether development groups can truly work in Afghanistan, where basic security remains a huge problem.It... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Phelps dazzles, Canadians disappoint on Day 6 of competition at Olympics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080814/38544__phelps_dazzles_canadians_disappoint_on_day_6_of_competition_at_olympics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - While Michael Phelps remained the story of the Beijing Olympics on Thursday - even without adding to his gold-medal performance - the Water Cube continued to serve as a source of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Intertape Polymer profitable again in second quarter as revenue rises</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38542__intertape_polymer_profitable_again_in_second_quarter_as_revenue_rises_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Intertape Polymer Group Inc. (TSX:ITP) reported a net profit of US$4.6 million in the second quarter, reversing a year-ago loss of US$8.1 million.The maker of industrial packaging,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Easyhome offers to buy Insta-Rent for $10.2 million cash</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38541__easyhome_offers_to_buy_insta_rent_for_10_2_million_cash_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Furniture rental company Insta-Rent Inc. (TSXV:IRR) says it has struck a friendly deal to be acquired by Canada's largest merchandise leasing company Easyhome Ltd. (TSX:EH), valuing the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Allen-Vanguard cutting 100 workers in restructuring: $4.6M charge to save $6.5M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080925/38536__allen_vanguard_cutting_100_workers_in_restructuring_4_6m_charge_to_save_6_5m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Allen-Vanguard Corp. (TSX:VRS) is eliminating about 100 employees - 15 per cent of its total workforce of 660 - in a cost-cutting restructuring.The Ottawa-based maker of bomb-disabling... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cameco profit, revenue fall in second quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38533__cameco_profit_revenue_fall_in_second_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO) is reducing its 2008 uranium production target by one million pounds, due to delays in expanding some of its mines, the company announced Thursday in addition to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clearwater Seafoods posts Q2 profit of $11.5M, plans to go private</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38529__clearwater_seafoods_posts_q2_profit_of_11_5m_plans_to_go_private_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - A group of investors wants to take Clearwater Seafoods (TSX:CLR.UN) private, the publicly traded income fund announced Thursday shortly before it announced a $11.5 million profit for the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 11:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aeroplan Q2 revenue rises 52 per cent to $336.7 million, profit falls</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38528__aeroplan_q2_revenue_rises_52_per_cent_to_336_7_million_profit_falls_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Loyalty card program operator Groupe Aeroplan Inc. (TSX:AER) saw lower profits in the second quarter, but a 52 per cent increase in revenues.The company said net income fell to $31.4... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 10:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Duvernay Oil logs $6.4 million profit in Q2 as revenues rise 48 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080814/38527__duvernay_oil_logs_6_4_million_profit_in_q2_as_revenues_rise_48_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Duvernay Oil Corp. (TSX:DDV), a natural gas producer being acquired by energy giant Royal Dutch Shell PLC, says that it booked $6.4 million in profits during the second quarter, down from... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 10:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAP REIT pulls itself to $3.4M profit in Q2 from year-ago loss</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080814/38523__cap_reit_pulls_itself_to_3_4m_profit_in_q2_from_year_ago_loss_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian Apartment Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CAR.UN) logged a $3.4-million profit in the second quarter, pulling itself out of year-ago losses as more people rented... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians slow to change driving habits despite higher gas prices: study</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38522__canadians_slow_to_change_driving_habits_despite_higher_gas_prices_study_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A new study says Canadians have been slow to change their driving habits, in spite of higher gasoline prices.Statistics Canada reports Canadians drove their vehicles 332 billion... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;Breaking Dawn&quot; by Stephenie Meyer tops Amazon.ca books list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080814/38517___quot_breaking_dawn_quot_by_stephenie_meyer_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the 10 bestselling fiction and non-fiction books in Canada for the week ending Aug. 12 from Amazon.ca THE CANADIAN PRESSHere are the 10 best selling fiction and non-fiction... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nexen announces discovery in the U.E. North Sea</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/38512__nexen_announces_discovery_in_the_u_e_north_sea_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Nexen Inc. (TSX:NXY) says it has made a discovery in the U.K. North Sea at the Blackbird well, six kilometres south of its Ettrick field.The Calgary-based oil and gas company said... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 08:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Criticism over protest-free Games prompts fiery plea from Beijing official</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080814/38485__criticism_over_protest_free_games_prompts_fiery_plea_from_beijing_official_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - A Beijing Olympic organizer is rejecting media criticism over a lack of transparency at the protest parks established by the Chinese government for approved demonstrations at the Summer... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 04:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Wednesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080814/38478__baseball_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Chicago Cubs haven't played this hot on the road since 2004, but manager Lou Piniella doesn't want to jinx it."Let's not talk about that and just hope it continues," said Piniella. Victoria's... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 02:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Three companies, including Inco, fined for workplace incidents</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080814/38475__three_companies_including_inco_fined_for_workplace_incidents_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Three companies have been fined by the Ontario Court of Justice over separate incidents.Inco Ltd. was fined $70,000 for failing to provide training to an employee working at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>East Coast Music Association denounces government arts cuts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080813/38467__east_coast_music_association_denounces_government_arts_cuts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW GLASGOW, N.S. - The East Coast Music Association says cuts to a government arts promotion program will have a detrimental effect on business opportunities for artists and companies in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CV Technologies said Q3 loss was flat at $2M; revenues rise 4 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38457__cv_technologies_said_q3_loss_was_flat_at_2m_revenues_rise_4_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - CV Technologies Inc. (TSX:CVQ), maker of the Cold-fX cold and flu remedy, said its third-quarter loss was flat at $2 million in what it called its weakest period of the year.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 19:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lanesborough REIT posts Q2 loss of $5M vs. year-ago profit of $688,355</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38449__lanesborough_reit_posts_q2_loss_of_5m_vs_year_ago_profit_of_688_355_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Lanesborough Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX: LRT.UN) reported a second-quarter loss of $5 million compared to a profit of $688,355 last year.The Winnipeg-based property owner said... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Badger Income Fund reports 32 per cent increase in revenues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38448__badger_income_fund_reports_32_per_cent_increase_in_revenues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Excavating firm Badger Income Fund (TSX:BAD.UN) says revenues increased 32 per cent in the second quarter to $33.1 million.The Calgary-based company said its revenues increased 29 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CB Resources to acquire oil and gas projects in the U.S.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38447__cb_resources_to_acquire_oil_and_gas_projects_in_the_u_s__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - CB Resources Ltd., a small Vancouver-based energy company, has signed a letter of intent with Lariat Energy Corp., a Texas-based oil and gas company, to acquire some energy projects in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Western Canadian Coal reports record earnings of $60 million in Q1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38446__western_canadian_coal_reports_record_earnings_of_60_million_in_q1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Western Canadian Coal Corp. (TSX:WTN) said strong coal prices helped it achieve record earnings in the first quarter ended June 30, despite a drop in production.The Vancouver-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Maria' runner-up cast as alternate in 'Sound of Music' production</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080813/38444___maria_runner_up_cast_as_alternate_in_sound_of_music_production_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The runner-up on "How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?" has been cast as an "alternate Maria" for the upcoming Toronto stage production of "The Sound of Music."Janna Polzin, 25, will... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>InterOil reports second quarter profit of $15.6 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080813/38442__interoil_reports_second_quarter_profit_of_15_6_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - InterOil Corporation (TSX:IOL), a Canadian company with operations in Papua New Guinea, said it swung to a second quarter profit of $15.6 million on higher revenues.The company said the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atlas Steels successor sold to Russian company for US$3.5 billion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080813/38438__atlas_steels_successor_sold_to_russian_company_for_us_3_5_billion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian company formerly known as Atlas Tube, acquired by a big U.S. private equity investor in 2006 and merged into its U.S. steel unit, has been sold to a Russian steelmaker for... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Danish admiral echoes Canadian calls for increased regulation of Arctic shipping</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080813/38435__danish_admiral_echoes_canadian_calls_for_increased_regulation_of_arctic_shipping_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A Danish admiral is adding his voice to calls for better safety regulation of Arctic shipping as recreational sailing and tourist cruises in northern waters reach record levels.Rear Admiral Henrik... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mullen Group up eight per cent after fund reports profit of $19.9M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38433__mullen_group_up_eight_per_cent_after_fund_reports_profit_of_19_9m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OKOTOKS, Alta. - Units in Mullen Group Income Fund (TSX:MTL.UN) jumped almost eight per cent Wednesday after the fund reported sales of $249.1 million in its latest quarter and a profit of $19.9... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Village Farms posts Q2 profit of US$4M, announces departure of CFO</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38432__village_farms_posts_q2_profit_of_us_4m_announces_departure_of_cfo_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Village Farms Income Fund (TSX:VFF.UN) reported a second quarter profit of US$4 million, reversing a year-ago loss of US$1.9 million as revenues climbed 34 per cent.The Vancouver... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aurigen gets OK to offer life and health reinsurance in Canada</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080813/38425__aurigen_gets_ok_to_offer_life_and_health_reinsurance_in_canada_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions has given Aurigen Reinsurance Co., formerly Aurigen Canada Ltd., approval to commence operations as a life and health... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Innergex Renewable Power earns $1.6 million in the second quarter on rising revenues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38421__innergex_renewable_power_earns_1_6_million_in_the_second_quarter_on_rising_revenues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONGUEUIL, Que. - Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. (TSX:INE), a developer, owner and operator of renewable power generating plants, says it posted net profits of $1.6 million or seven cents a share,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Menu Foods continues to claw its way back; volume rises for second quarter in a row</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080813/38419__menu_foods_continues_to_claw_its_way_back_volume_rises_for_second_quarter_in_a_row_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Menu Foods Income Fund (TSX:MEW.UN) continues to claw its way back from high-profile recalls of its pet food products after reporting volume at its continuing business increased for a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Berens Energy Ltd. widens second quarter net loss to $1.6 million from $557,000</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38418__berens_energy_ltd_widens_second_quarter_net_loss_to_1_6_million_from_557_000_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Berens Energy Ltd. (TSX:BEN), a Calgary oilpatch junior, widened its net loss to $1.6 million in the second quarter from $557,000 in the same year-ago period as the company booked hedging... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Edmonton man makes a splash as Canada's newest cannonball championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080813/38416__edmonton_man_makes_a_splash_as_canada_s_newest_cannonball_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada has a new cannonball champion.Edmonton's Doug Bergmann has dethroned former champion Brian Utley of Calgary to become the country's cannonball king.Ten competitors - called... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Westaim reports Q2 net loss of $3M or three cents per share</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38411__westaim_reports_q2_net_loss_of_3m_or_three_cents_per_share_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The Westaim Corp. (TSX:WED), which is currently reviewing strategic alternatives, trimmed its second quarter loss despite bringing in lower revenues.The Calgary-based company reported a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jovian Q1 loss falls to $2.8M from $54,000 in the year-ago period</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080813/38409__jovian_q1_loss_falls_to_2_8m_from_54_000_in_the_year_ago_period_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Financial services company Jovian Capital Corp. (TSX:JOV) reported a loss of $2.8 million in the first quarter, up from $54,000 in the year-ago period, amid changes at one of its... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hillsborough Resources widens Q2 loss to $909,331 from $71,836 last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38406__hillsborough_resources_widens_q2_loss_to_909_331_from_71_836_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Coal miner Hillsborough Resources Ltd.(TSX:HLB) widened its second-quarter loss to $909,331 from $71,836 last year, as existing contracts prevented it from benefiting from high coal... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Uranium One reports record production in Q2, stock rallies</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38404__uranium_one_reports_record_production_in_q2_stock_rallies_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Uranium One Inc. (TSX:UUU) continued to see a recovery in its beaten-down shares Wednesday as it announced record production and just as the market was reacting to problems at industry... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>FP Newspapers fund posts $2.5M Q2 profit as classified ad revenue improves</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38403__fp_newspapers_fund_posts_2_5m_q2_profit_as_classified_ad_revenue_improves_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - FP Newspapers Income Fund's (TSX:FP.UN) operating division, the owner of the Winnipeg Free Press and Brandon Sun newspapers, reported Wednesday a small improvement in second-quarter... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vena acquires 100 per cent of Peruvian coal company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080813/38392__vena_acquires_100_per_cent_of_peruvian_coal_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Vena Resources Inc. (TSX:VEM), a Toronto-based junior resources developer, says it has acquired 100 per cent of Sudamericana de Carbon, a Peruvian coal company.Vena said Wednesday it... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shore Gold post Q2 loss of $2.8 M, reversing a year-ago profit of $1.7M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38388__shore_gold_post_q2_loss_of_2_8_m_reversing_a_year_ago_profit_of_1_7m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Shore Gold Inc. (TSX:SGF) recorded a net loss of $2.8 million for the second quarter, reversing a year-ago profit of $1.7 million on a charge related to its holding of asset-backed... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>By Julie Scott</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080813/38386__by_julie_scott_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - A quick look at countries that offer cash incentives to their Olympic medallists:-Singapore, which had never won Olympic gold heading into Beijing, is offering close to half a million... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Constellation Copper says it had just US$1.46M of cash at the end of Q2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38385__constellation_copper_says_it_had_just_us_1_46m_of_cash_at_the_end_of_q2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DENVER, Colo. - Constellation Copper Corp. (TSX:CCU), which is the subject of a restructuring initiative by investors and debenture holders, says it had just US$1.46 million of cash at the end of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bonnett's Energy Services Trust loses $6.8 million in second quarter on lower revenues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38384__bonnett_s_energy_services_trust_loses_6_8_million_in_second_quarter_on_lower_revenues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GRANDE PRAIRIE, Alta. - Bonnett's Energy Services Trust (TSX:BT.UN), an Alberta-based oil and gas services company, narrowed its second quarter loss to $6.8 million or 54 cents a unit from $7.6... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gentry second quarter loss widens to $2.8 million from $410,000</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38383__gentry_second_quarter_loss_widens_to_2_8_million_from_410_000_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Gentry Resources (TSX:GNY), a Calgary-based oil and gas producer, widened its net loss in the second quarter as the company booked a hedging loss on its futures contracts.Gentry said... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roadside bomb in Afghanistan 'lightly' wounds 5 Canadian soldiers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080813/38381__roadside_bomb_in_afghanistan_lightly_wounds_5_canadian_soldiers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Five Canadian soldiers have been "lightly wounded" by a roadside bomb in the perilous Zhari district of Kandahar province.The military says their armoured vehicle struck an... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mitchell has goal, assist as Canada edges Sweden 4-3 at Ivan Hlinka</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080813/38380__mitchell_has_goal_assist_as_canada_edges_sweden_4_3_at_ivan_hlinka_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PIESTANY, Slovakia - The Canadian under-18 hockey team is halfway to gold at the Memorial of Ivan Hlinka tournament.Garrett Mitchell had a goal and an assist Wednesday as Canada edged defending... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ag Growth posts Q2 profit on strong results from 'robust' agricultural sector</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38377__ag_growth_posts_q2_profit_on_strong_results_from_robust_agricultural_sector_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Lift from a "robust agricultural sector" helped grain-handling firm Ag Growth Income Fund (TSX:AFN.UN) to a $7.5-million second-quarter profit, reversing a year-ago loss of $4.9 million.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Denison Mines falls to Q2 of US$13.8M from a year-ago profit of $40.5M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080813/38373__denison_mines_falls_to_q2_of_us_13_8m_from_a_year_ago_profit_of_40_5m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Denison Mines Corp. (TSX:DML) fell to a loss of US$13.8 million in the second quarter, reversing a year-ago profit of $40.5 million on a recent hike in the tax rate in Zambia.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Niko Resources reverses year-ago Q1 loss with $6.2M profit, oil and gas sales down</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38372__niko_resources_reverses_year_ago_q1_loss_with_6_2m_profit_oil_and_gas_sales_down_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Niko Resources Ltd. (TSX:NKO) reported Wednesday first-quarter petroleum and natural gas sales of $24.6 million, down from a year-earlier $28 million as production fell in the quarter.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ING Canada blames weak equity markets for decline in quarterly profit</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080813/38371__ing_canada_blames_weak_equity_markets_for_decline_in_quarterly_profit_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Insurance company ING Canada Inc.'s (TSX: IIC) is attributing a big drop in profitability in its latest quarter to poor investment returns from a weak market.The property and casualty... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kellie Pickler, Paul Brandt, Gord Bamford added to country awards lineup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080813/38370__kellie_pickler_paul_brandt_gord_bamford_added_to_country_awards_lineup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Former "American Idol" runner-up Kellie Pickler and Canadian country stars Paul Brandt and Gord Bamford are joining the lineup of performers set for the Canadian Country Music Awards.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Stone of Destiny' to close Toronto International Film Festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080813/38366___stone_of_destiny_to_close_toronto_international_film_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "Stone of Destiny," about four Glasgow University students who hatched a plan in 1950 to retrieve the ancient coronation stone of the Scots from England, will close the Toronto... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Superior Energy stock jumps after offshore gas discovery</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38363__canadian_superior_energy_stock_jumps_after_offshore_gas_discovery_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Superior Energy Inc. shares shot up nearly 19 per cent in trading Wednesday after the Calgary-based company (TSX:SNG) announced a "significant" natural gas discovery off the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enterra Energy Trust posts second quarter net loss of $11.9 million after hedging loss</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38362__enterra_energy_trust_posts_second_quarter_net_loss_of_11_9_million_after_hedging_loss_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Enterra Energy Trust (TSX:ENT.UN), a Calgary-based oil and gas producer, reported a net loss of $11.9 million for the second quarter as the company booked a loss for hedging contracts.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Premium Brands Income Fund acquires B&C Food Distributors for $7 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38361__premium_brands_income_fund_acquires_b_c_food_distributors_for_7_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Premium Brands Income Fund (TSX:PBI.UN) a producer of specialty branded consumer food products, says it has acquired B&C Food Distributors Ltd., a Vancouver Island company, for about $7... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cameco shares take a hit after more flooding reported at Cigar Lake mine</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38354__cameco_shares_take_a_hit_after_more_flooding_reported_at_cigar_lake_mine_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Shares in Cameco Corp. (TSX:CCO) dropped more than five per cent Wednesday morning after the company reported increased rates of water flowing into its flooded Cigar Lake uranium mine.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nortel acquires Pingtel software business from Bluesocket</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080813/38351__nortel_acquires_pingtel_software_business_from_bluesocket_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Nortel Networks (TSX:NT) has acquired the Pingtel Corp. software business from Bluesocket Inc. in a move to boost its unified communications portfolio.The Canadian telecommunications... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ATS posts $15-million profit in latest quarter, revenue up 36 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38342__ats_posts_15_million_profit_in_latest_quarter_revenue_up_36_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMBRIDGE, Ont. - ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. (TSX:ATA) reversed a year-earlier first-quarter loss, posting a $12.9-million profit as revenue grew 36 per cent on better operating results... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 09:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAE awarded military contracts valued at up to C$106 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38341__cae_awarded_military_contracts_valued_at_up_to_c_106_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canada's Department of National Defence has named flight simulator specialist CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE) as prime contractor for a program called the Air Force Integrated Information and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 09:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAE Q1 profit up 19 per cent to $46.1 million; revenue rises to $392.1M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38336__cae_q1_profit_up_19_per_cent_to_46_1_million_revenue_rises_to_392_1m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Flight-training company CAE Inc.'s (TSX:CAE) first-quarter profit rose 19 per cent to $46.1 million as a solid base of military customers and strong ongoing revenues helped it withstand... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 09:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gildan Activewear Q3 revenue rises 30.6 per cent to US$380.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38332__gildan_activewear_q3_revenue_rises_30_6_per_cent_to_us_380_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Gildan Activewear Inc. (TSX:GIL) saw its revenue rise by 30.8 per cent in its latest quarter, due to a combination of higher prices, higher volume and the acquisition of the V.I. Prewett... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 07:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's podium drought continues, but weekend promises better</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080813/38319__canada_s_podium_drought_continues_but_weekend_promises_better_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - The drought continued for Canada on Wednesday as its first legitimate chances at bringing home a medal failed to deliver on Day 5 of the Beijing Olympics.Divers Alexandre Despatie and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 12:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Tuesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080813/38315__baseball_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Terry Francona watched Boston's 10-run lead disappear and was searching for a new strategy as the numbers on the scoreboard started to resemble a football game."At some point," the Red Sox manager... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>All-male final assured as lone female among top six Canadian Idol contestants booted</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080812/38301__all_male_final_assured_as_lone_female_among_top_six_canadian_idol_contestants_booted_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - There's no doubt now - the next Canadian Idol will be male.The last remaining female in the competition, Amberly Thiessen, 19, was eliminated on the CTV show Tuesday night. The student... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AEterna Zentaris widens Q2 loss to $20.6M on higher costs</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38291__aeterna_zentaris_widens_q2_loss_to_20_6m_on_higher_costs_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Cancer and endocrine drug developer AEterna Zentaris Inc. (TSX:AEZ) reported a widened second-quarter loss of US$20.6 million and named Jurgen Engel as its new president and CEO.Engel was... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Court rules it can't hear Saskatchewan First Nation's case against pipeline</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38290__court_rules_it_can_t_hear_saskatchewan_first_nation_s_case_against_pipeline_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - A federal court has ruled it doesn't have the jurisdiction to hear the case of a Saskatchewan First Nation against an oil and gas giant.The Federal Court of Appeal decision, posted... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Connacher Q2 profit falls to $6.7M from $22.2M last year on finance and currency charges</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38281__connacher_q2_profit_falls_to_6_7m_from_22_2m_last_year_on_finance_and_currency_charges_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Connacher Oil and Gas Ltd's (TSX:CLL) second quarter earnings fell to $6.7 million from $22.2 million last year as the company faced higher costs and took charges on its books for higher... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AltaGas says its Harmattan gas processing centre in Alberta returns to full operations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38276__altagas_says_its_harmattan_gas_processing_centre_in_alberta_returns_to_full_operations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - AltaGas Income Trust (TSX:ALA.UN) has resumed full production at its Harmattan natural gas processing complex in central Alberta 17 days after a fire at an oil heater shut it down.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shear Wind says two N.B. wind projects have capacity exceeding 1,000 megawatts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38275__shear_wind_says_two_n_b_wind_projects_have_capacity_exceeding_1_000_megawatts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Shear Wind Inc. (TSXV:SWX) says it expects to increase its Canadian wind generation to more than 1,650 megawatts with two projects in New Brunswick that have a capacity to generate more... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Irving closes two sawmills in Maine and P.E.I. amid slumping demand</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38267__irving_closes_two_sawmills_in_maine_and_p_e_i_amid_slumping_demand_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SAINT JOHN, N.B. - J.D. Irving Ltd. has announced the closure of a sawmill in Prince Edward Island and another in Maine, as the forestry giant continues to feel the sting of slumping markets.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 15:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video: &quot;Harold and Kumar: Escape From Guantanamo Bay&quot; tops rentals list; &quot;Nims Island&quot; No. 1 in sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080812/38260__blockbuster_video_quot_harold_and_kumar_escape_from_guantanamo_bay_quot_tops_rentals_list_quot_nim_s_island_quot_no_1_in_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Aug. 10.DVD RENTALS1 Harold and Kumar: Escape From Guantanamo Bay2 213 Nim's Island4 Doomsday5 The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 15:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video Top 10 game rentals list per platform</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080812/38259__blockbuster_video_top_10_game_rentals_list_per_platform_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Aug. 10.Playstation 31 Soul Calibur IV2 Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots3... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 15:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>US Steel reaches tentative four-year agreement with United Steelworkers, not yet ratified</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38258__us_steel_reaches_tentative_four_year_agreement_with_united_steelworkers_not_yet_ratified_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PITTSBURGH - United States Steel Corp. (NYSE:X) said Tuesday it reached a tentative agreement with the United Steelworkers on a new four-year labour contract.The contract will cover about 16,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Leon's Furniture Q2 profit rises to $11.6 million, sales up 20 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080812/38257__leon_s_furniture_q2_profit_rises_to_11_6_million_sales_up_20_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Leon's Furniture Ltd. (TSX:LNF) had a comfortable second quarter, as the retailer's profit rose 17 per cent compared with last year and sales increased to $224.7 million, but said it's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Global Alumina posts second quarter loss of US$1.9 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080812/38256__global_alumina_posts_second_quarter_loss_of_us_1_9_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Global Alumina Corp. (TSX:GLA.U), a company developing an alumina refinery in the west African country of Guinea, says it lost US$1.9 million in the second quarter, compared with a net... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dundee Corp. acquires majority of copper and silver miner Odyssey Resources</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080812/38255__dundee_corp_acquires_majority_of_copper_and_silver_miner_odyssey_resources_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Dundee Corp. (TSX:DC.A), a Toronto-based merchant banker and investment company, says it has acquired majority control of Odyssey Resources Ltd., a Toronto junior developing projects in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Anvil Mining second quarter net profit falls to US$8.5 million from US$35.4 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38251__anvil_mining_second_quarter_net_profit_falls_to_us_8_5_million_from_us_35_4_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Anvil Mining Ltd. (TSX:AVM), a Montreal copper and silver miner with operations in central Africa, says its net profits fell to US$8.5 million in the second quarter from $35.4 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Host REIT Q2 profits rises to $18M from $4.8M last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38250__royal_host_reit_q2_profits_rises_to_18m_from_4_8m_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Royal Host REIT (TSX:RYL.UN), a Calgary-based hotel operator, earned $18 million in the second quarter, up from $4.8 million in the same period last year.Royal Host's earnings amounted... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Midnight reports second quarter net profit of $2.2 million on higher revenues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38249__midnight_reports_second_quarter_net_profit_of_2_2_million_on_higher_revenues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Midnight Oil Exploration Ltd. (TSX:MOX), a junior Calgary energy company, reports its second quarter net profits rose to nearly $2.2 million from $51,000 on higher revenues.The company... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cargojet to expand aircraft hangar operations at Hamilton International Airport</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/38248__cargojet_to_expand_aircraft_hangar_operations_at_hamilton_international_airport_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Cargojet Income Fund (TSX:CJT.UN), a freight transporter, says it is expanding its aircraft maintenance hangar at John C. Munroe Airport in Hamilton to accommodate new Boeing... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pembina proceeds with construction of Nipisi and Mitsue pipelines</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38247__pembina_proceeds_with_construction_of_nipisi_and_mitsue_pipelines_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Pembina Pipeline Income Fund (TSX: PIF.UN) says it will go ahead with construction of the Nipisi and Mitsue pipeline systems and a related truck terminal in northern Alberta, to be built... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PetroFalcon Q2 widens to US$4.4 million from year-ago US$1.1 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38241__petrofalcon_q2_widens_to_us_4_4_million_from_year_ago_us_1_1_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CARACAS, Venezuela - PetroFalcon Corp. (TSX:PFC) had a US$4.4-million loss in the second quarter, a four-fold increase from the same period last year.The company, which has its legal headquarters... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 21:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Equipment startup begins at Petro-Canada refinery responsible for fuel shortages</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080827/38238__equipment_startup_begins_at_petro_canada_refinery_responsible_for_fuel_shortages_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Petro-Canada (TSX:PCA) announced Wednesday it has restarted a key piece of equipment that had been shut down in early August, resulting in fuel shortages at gas stations across British... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stratford to do 'West Side Story,' 'Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080812/38236__stratford_to_do_west_side_story_funny_thing_happened_on_the_way_to_the_forum__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ STRATFORD, Ont. - "West Side Story" and "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" are slated to be staged at the Stratford Shakespeare Festival next year.Des McAnuff, the festival's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>America's Phelps, China's divers still perfect at Beijing Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080812/38234__america_s_phelps_china_s_divers_still_perfect_at_beijing_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - American swimmer Michael Phelps and China's diving team kept their quest for Olympic perfection alive while Canada was absent from the podium yet again after the fourth day of competition... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Timminco stock loses one-quarter of its value after Q2 report</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080812/38233__timminco_stock_loses_one_quarter_of_its_value_after_q2_report_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Timminco Ltd. stock lost nearly a quarter of its value in heavy trading Tuesday after the Toronto-based specialty metals producer (TSX:TIM) announced quarterly production output that... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magna Entertainment sells excess property in Florida for $16.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38232__magna_entertainment_sells_excess_property_in_florida_for_16_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AURORA, Ont. Magna Entertainment Corp. (TSX:MEC.A), the largest horse racetrack operator in North America, says it has struck a deal to sell about 196 hectares of excess property in Ocala, Fla. to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arctic Glacier cuts distribution rate by 18 per cent as Q2 sales, profit fall</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38213__arctic_glacier_cuts_distribution_rate_by_18_per_cent_as_q2_sales_profit_fall_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Arctic Glacier Income Fund (TSX:AG.UN) is reducing the rate of its monthly cash distributions to unitholders by 18 per cent after sales and profits slipped lower in the second quarter.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 09:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Energy exports to U.S. rise as trade surplus expands to $5.8 billion in June</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080812/38212__energy_exports_to_u_s_rise_as_trade_surplus_expands_to_5_8_billion_in_june_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Energy exports to the United States increased as Canada's trade surplus with the world expanded to $5.8 billion in June from $5.2 billion in May.Statistics Canada reports companies... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 09:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Monday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080812/38191__baseball_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It took Pedro Martinez six innings to give the New York Mets a four-run lead. It took the five relievers that followed him three innings to blow it.Steve Pearce hit a two-out, two-run single in... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 02:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Video stores to change name to Rogers Plus over next few months</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38172__rogers_video_stores_to_change_name_to_rogers_plus_over_next_few_months_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - Canadian movie and video game rental chain Rogers Video will change its name to Rogers Plus by the end of the year to reflect the growing inventory of cable TV and wireless... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 18:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>U.S. to study Canadian and British govt support of Bombardier CSeries plane</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38171__u_s_to_study_canadian_and_british_govt_support_of_bombardier_cseries_plane_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Aircraft manufacturer Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) said it is confident that British and Canadian government funding of its newly launched CSeries plane will pass promised scrutiny of American... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 18:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Conporec seeks to restructure under Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38170__conporec_seeks_to_restructure_under_companies_creditors_arrangement_act_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SOREL-TRACY, Que - Conporec Inc. (TSXV:CNX), a Quebec-based waste treatment firm, has shut down some operations and is seeking bankruptcy protection from creditors after it failed to complete a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 18:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Florida man missing on cold mountain lake likely not wearing life jacket:police</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080811/38169__florida_man_missing_on_cold_mountain_lake_likely_not_wearing_life_jacket_police_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAKE LOUISE, Alta. - Police say that a Florida man who disappeared Saturday evening while kayaking on a cold Rocky Mountain lake was apparently not wearing a life jacket.The Royal Canadian Mounted... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 18:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Grace Park to play Homeland Security agent in CBC crime drama 'The Border'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080811/38164__grace_park_to_play_homeland_security_agent_in_cbc_crime_drama_the_border__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Vancouver-based actress Grace Park, who plays a humanoid robot on the hit sci-fi series "Battlestar Galactica," is taking on another feisty role.The former model has been cast as a U.S.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ranaz to triple production of nutritional bars after $2.5 million purchase of Michigan plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38152__ranaz_to_triple_production_of_nutritional_bars_after_2_5_million_purchase_of_michigan_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Ranaz Corp. (TSXV:RNZ), a Montreal company that makes and sells protein and dietary supplements, says it has acquired a building in Michigan it plans to use as a U.S. distribution centre... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SunOpta shares rise sharply after reporting record Q2 profit of US$292M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080811/38149__sunopta_shares_rise_sharply_after_reporting_record_q2_profit_of_us_292m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shares of SunOpta Inc. (TSX:SOY) spiked 15 per cent Monday after the company reported record revenues in the second quarter, driven by its acquisition of an Amsterdam-based organic food... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 18:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cronenberg, Podeswa lead nominees for Canadian directors' awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080811/38147__cronenberg_podeswa_lead_nominees_for_canadian_directors_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - It's a battle between David Cronenberg's Russian gangster movie "Eastern Promises" and Jeremy Podeswa's holocaust survival story "Fugitive Pieces" in this year's Directors Guild of Canada... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ensign Energy Services second quarter profits rise to $32.3 million from</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38144__ensign_energy_services_second_quarter_profits_rise_to_32_3_million_from_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Ensign Energy Services Inc. (TSX:ESI), a big oil and gas driller based in Calgary, reported its second quarter net profit rose to $32.3 million from $25.1 million as revenues increased 14... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wi-Lan hikes revenue, profit forecast following patent deal with RIM</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38143__wi_lan_hikes_revenue_profit_forecast_following_patent_deal_with_rim_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian patent-licensing company Wi-Lan Inc. (TSX:WIN) says its 2008 financial results will be better than previously expected, in part because of a deal with Research In Motion... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Manitoba Telecom reports Q2 profit drops 33 per cent to $38M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38142__manitoba_telecom_reports_q2_profit_drops_33_per_cent_to_38m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Manitoba Telecom Services Inc. (TSX:MBT) confirmed its annual growth targets Monday, despite reporting a 33-per-cent drop in second-quarter profit due to restructuring and other... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 18:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ZCL Composites second quarter net profits rise to $3.2 million from $2.1 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38137__zcl_composites_second_quarter_net_profits_rise_to_3_2_million_from_2_1_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - ZCL Composites Inc. (TSX:ZCL), a Edmonton-based maker of fibreglass oil tanks and other products, says it reported sharply higher profits and revenues in the latest quarter.ZCL said... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fairfax Financial tallies US$2.1 billion in gains on credit default swaps</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080922/38135__fairfax_financial_tallies_us_2_1_billion_in_gains_on_credit_default_swaps_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) disclosed Monday that it has US$2.1 billion in realized and unrealized gains on credit default swaps.The announcement, as well as the insurance... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Geoinformatics CEO Nicholas Archibald resigns as chief executive</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080811/38133__geoinformatics_ceo_nicholas_archibald_resigns_as_chief_executive_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Geoinformatics Exploration Inc. (TSXV:GXL), a Toronto-based mineral explorer, says chief executive Nicholas Archibald has tendered his resignation due to personal and family reasons,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chemokine Therapeutics loss mounts in second quarter to $863,647</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38131__chemokine_therapeutics_loss_mounts_in_second_quarter_to_863_647_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Chemokine Therapeutics Corp. (TSX:CTI) says its net loss increased in the second quarter as a result of higher expenses recorded for research and development compared with the same time... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cardiome shares plunge after FDA requests additional drug information</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38130__cardiome_shares_plunge_after_fda_requests_additional_drug_information_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Shares of Cardiome Pharma Corp. lost a quarter of their value Monday after the U.S. drug regulator asked the Vancouver company (TSX:COM) and its partner to provide more information... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First Uranium posts $5.8-million loss in first quarter of fiscal 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080811/38127__first_uranium_posts_5_8_million_loss_in_first_quarter_of_fiscal_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - First Uranium Corp. (TSX:FIU) revenue in its fiscal first quarter rose to US$6.8 million, as production ramps up at the Ezulwini gold and uranium mine, but the company lost money due to a... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 13:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hart Stores reports Q2 profit of $1.5 million, down from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/38119__hart_stores_reports_q2_profit_of_1_5_million_down_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAVAL, Que. - Hart Stores Inc. (TSX:HIS) said Thursday it earned $1.5 million, down from a year ago, even as the company opened several new stores.The Quebec-based department store retailer said... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 16:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rona recruits 12 more independents to its distribution network</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38106__rona_recruits_12_more_independents_to_its_distribution_network_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BOUCHERVILLE, Que. - Rona (TSX:RON) says it has recruited 12 independent dealer-owners from various other purchasing groups over the past three months.The stores, mainly in Quebec and Ontario,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Western Financial Q2 profit up 43 per cent to $5.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38102__western_financial_q2_profit_up_43_per_cent_to_5_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HIGH RIVER, Alta. - Western Financial Group (TSX:WES) said Monday its consolidated revenue rose to $34.4 million in second quarter, up 29 per cent from $26.6 million a year earlier.Net income... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 11:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sino-Forest to pay up to US$1.2B over 10 years for trees from Fujian province</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080811/38097__sino_forest_to_pay_up_to_us_1_2b_over_10_years_for_trees_from_fujian_province_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sino-Forest Corp. (TSX:TRE) says it will acquire 200,000 hectares of non-state-owned plantation trees in China's Fujian province in a deal that will cost it up to about US$1.2 billion... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 09:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>June's new housing prices at their slowest pace in over six years</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38096__june_s_new_housing_prices_at_their_slowest_pace_in_over_six_years_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Statistics Canada reports Western Canada's softening market slowed new housing prices to their slowest pace in over six years in June.Nationally, contractors' selling prices rose 3.5 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 08:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Annual rate of urban starts decreased by 14.8 per cent in July</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080811/38095__annual_rate_of_urban_starts_decreased_by_14_8_per_cent_in_july_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. reports July's annual rate of housing starts was 186,500 units, down from 215,900 units in June.Brent Weimer, a senior economist at CMHC, says the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 08:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier cancels Monday day shift at Toronto plant while wreckage cleared</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080811/38094__bombardier_cancels_monday_day_shift_at_toronto_plant_while_wreckage_cleared_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.A) cancelled the early Monday shift at its airplane plant in northwestern Toronto and is considering calling off the afernoon shift because of significant damage... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Sunday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080810/38068__baseball_roundup_sunday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Tampa Bay Rays set a new franchise win record at 71 on Sunday by hammering the Seattle Mariners 11-3 and opening up a 4  1/2 game lead over Boston in the AL East - and it still wasn't enough to... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2008 23:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Somebeachsomewhere sets Ontario Sires Stakes record at Mohawk</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080810/38065__somebeachsomewhere_sets_ontario_sires_stakes_record_at_mohawk_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMPBELLVILLE, Ont. - In what's become his trademark style, Somebeachsomewhere powered to a 4 3/4-length victory Sunday at Mohawk in the $180,000 Ontario Sires Stakes Gold final for three-year-old... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2008 23:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Schenn scores two goals as Canada U-18's beat the Czech Rebuplic 4-2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080810/38057__schenn_scores_two_goals_as_canada_u_18_s_beat_the_czech_rebuplic_4_2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRECLAV, Czech Republic - It looks like the "veterans" will lead Canada's under-18 hockey team into the Memorial of Ivan Hlinka tournament.Brayden Schenn scored two goals to help Canada to a 4-2... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2008 17:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cleveland's Cliff Lee shuts down Blue Jays as Indians win 4-0</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080810/38053__cleveland_s_cliff_lee_shuts_down_blue_jays_as_indians_win_4_0_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The return of star centre-fielder Vernon Wells was the lone piece of good news on a dreary Sunday for the Toronto Blue Jays.The lowly Cleveland Indians completed a three-game sweep of... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2008 16:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian medics in Zhari treat Afghans involved in roadside blast</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080810/38041__canadian_medics_in_zhari_treat_afghans_involved_in_roadside_blast_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ZHARI DISTRICT, Afghanistan - Three migrant grape pickers were killed and five injured when their vehicle drove over an improvised explosive device.The incident happened early Sunday in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2008 13:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Swimmers show signs of progress while Canadians still seek first medal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080810/38007__swimmers_show_signs_of_progress_while_canadians_still_seek_first_medal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Canada's swim program, rebuilt after the disaster at the Athens Games, began showing some progress Sunday at the Beijing Olympics.Brian Johns of Richmond, B.C., was seventh in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2008 11:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Saturday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080810/38002__baseball_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The playoffs continue to look like a pipe-dream for the Toronto Blue Jays.Roy Halladay was uncharacteristically shaky on the mound and a weak defence didn't help as the Jays lost 4-2 to the lowly... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2008 03:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Riordan caps summer with two more golds at North American Challenge Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080809/37998__riordan_caps_summer_with_two_more_golds_at_north_american_challenge_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Hannah Riordan capped a sensational summer season in international junior swimming on Saturday with victories in the 50-metre freestyle and 4x100-metre medley relay to finish the North... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 22:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Runa Reta loses five-set semifinal to Alexandra Norman at Sun and Surf</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080809/37994__canadian_runa_reta_loses_five_set_semifinal_to_alexandra_norman_at_sun_and_surf_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Runa Reta of Montreal lost a five-set semifinal match to Alexandra Norman of England at the Sun and Surf women's squash tournament on Saturday.Norman beat Reta 11-6, 5-11, 7-11, 11-4,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 21:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Newfoundland Rock defeat Calgary Mavericks to claim third rugby title</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080809/37991__newfoundland_rock_defeat_calgary_mavericks_to_claim_third_rugby_title_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - The Newfoundland Rock defeated the Calgary Mavericks 30-6 to claim their third national rugby title on Saturday.More than 1,500 soaked fans watched as the Rock built a 13-3... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 20:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian women's youth high jump record falls at tack and field championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080809/37987__canadian_women_s_youth_high_jump_record_falls_at_tack_and_field_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SHERBROOKE, Que. - Alyxandria Treasure set a new national youth record in the women's high jump on Saturday at the 2008 Legion Canadian Youth Track and Field Championships in Sherbrooke, Que.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 19:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Amber Peterson wins gold at freestyle skiing water ramp competition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080809/37981__canadian_amber_peterson_wins_gold_at_freestyle_skiing_water_ramp_competition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAC-BEAUPORT, Que. - Amber Peterson of Thunder Bay, Ont., successfully defended her women's title on Saturday at the Mondial Acrobatx aerials water ramp jump competition while Ryan Blais of Grande... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 18:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Defence lets Halladay down as Blue Jays lose 4-2 to Indians</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080809/37978__defence_lets_halladay_down_as_blue_jays_lose_4_2_to_indians_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cito Gaston wasn't about to blame staff ace Roy Halladay for the latest disappointing loss by the Toronto Blue Jays, preferring to focus on his team's shaky defence.But Halladay refused... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 18:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Party for popular online video site YouTube kicks off in Toronto</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080809/37972__party_for_popular_online_video_site_youtube_kicks_off_in_toronto_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Armed with cameras and costumes, about a hundred YouTube fans gathered at the Ontario Science Centre Saturday for Canada's first YouTube party.The event for the popular website kicked... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 14:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada shut out of medals in opening day of Olympic competition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080809/37957__canada_shut_out_of_medals_in_opening_day_of_olympic_competition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - The hosts won a pair of golds while Canada was still looking for its first medal after the first day of competition at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.China ended the day leading the gold... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 11:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jackson tosses three touchdown passes to lead Lions past Eskimos 40-34</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080809/37931__jackson_tosses_three_touchdown_passes_to_lead_lions_past_eskimos_40_34_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - It came down to attitude on special teams and defence for the B.C. Lions on Friday night.The Lions stretched a one-point halftime lead to a 40-34 victory over the Edmonton Eskimos one... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 03:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Friday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080809/37929__baseball_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Reyes wins in Cleveland debut as Indians get past Blue Jays 5-2Unsure of his place in St. Louis, Anthony Reyes was happy to find a new home. Even with the last-place Indians.Reyes won his... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 01:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>WestJet to fly smaller planes into B.C. city during runway construction</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080809/37927__westjet_to_fly_smaller_planes_into_b_c_city_during_runway_construction_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - WestJet Airlines Inc. (TSX:WJA) says it will fly smaller, propeller-powered planes rather than its usual Boeing jets into Prince George, B.C., while construction is underway at the city's... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 00:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Duval's career-high six field goals lift Als to 39-11 romp over Blue Bombers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080809/37924__duval_s_career_high_six_field_goals_lift_als_to_39_11_romp_over_blue_bombers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Damon Duval was happy to lend a helping hand - or in his case, foot - when his Montreal Alouettes teammates struggled to find the end zone Friday night.Duval booted a career-high six... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 9 Aug 2008 00:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Swanston nearly breaks own world record at North American Challenge Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080808/37921__swanston_nearly_breaks_own_world_record_at_north_american_challenge_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Matthew Swanston of Newmarket, Ont., nearly matched his world leading time for 17-year-olds Friday in the men's 200-metre backstroke at the North American Challenge Cup swimming... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 22:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Guest-Tek reports Q1 loss of $389,000 on $9.9 million in revenue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37917__guest_tek_reports_q1_loss_of_389_000_on_9_9_million_in_revenue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Guest-Tek Interactive Entertainment Ltd. (TSX:GTK) narrowed its loss in its most recent quarter compared with a year ago as revenue increased 10 per cent.The provider of broadband... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 22:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xtreme Coil reports Q2 loss of $1.5 million as revenue nearly doubles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37904__xtreme_coil_reports_q2_loss_of_1_5_million_as_revenue_nearly_doubles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Xtreme Coil Drilling Corp. (TSX:XDC) said Friday it lost $1.5 million in its second quarter as revenue nearly doubled compared with year ago.The drilling contractor said the loss... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 20:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vermilion Energy Trust second quarter net profits soar to $102.3 million from $41.1 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37903__vermilion_energy_trust_second_quarter_net_profits_soar_to_102_3_million_from_41_1_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Vermilion Energy Trust (TSX:VET.UN), a Calgary-based oil and gas company with operations in Canada, Europe and Australia, reports its net profits more than doubled to $102.3 million in... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 20:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Garneau reports Q2 loss of $2.4M, compared with $1.3M loss a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37902__garneau_reports_q2_loss_of_2_4m_compared_with_1_3m_loss_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NISKU, Alta. - Garneau Inc. (TSX:GAR) reported Friday a second-quarter loss of $2.4 million as its revenue was nearly cut in half.The pipeline coating company said the profit amounted to 20 cents... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 20:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Taiga Building Products reports Q1 profit of $4.2 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37901__taiga_building_products_reports_q1_profit_of_4_2_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - Taiga Building Products Ltd. (TSX:TBL) increased its first-quarter profit compared with a year ago, despite a small decrease in revenue, the company said Friday.Taiga said it... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 20:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Celtic Energy posts second quarter loss of $9.1 million but revenues rise</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37900__celtic_energy_posts_second_quarter_loss_of_9_1_million_but_revenues_rise_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Celtic Exploration Ltd. (TSX:CLT), a Calgary oil and gas company, reports a second-quarter net loss of $9.1 million, reversing a profit of nearly $3 million for same 2007 period.Revenues... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 20:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>K-Bro Linen Income Fund Q2 earnings fall to $1M; sales increase</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37898__k_bro_linen_income_fund_q2_earnings_fall_to_1m_sales_increase_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - K-Bro Linen Income Fund (TSX:KBL.UN) second-quarter earnings fell to $1 million from $1.1 million a year before on higher non-cash charges and a loss on disposal of equipment.Revenue,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 19:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Telus Q2 profit rises 5.5 per cent:; revenue growth spurred by wireless, data</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37897__telus_q2_profit_rises_5_5_per_cent_revenue_growth_spurred_by_wireless_data_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Despite reporting higher net profits and revenues through "solid operational execution" in the second quarter, Telus Corp.'s (TSX:T) chief executive says he's less than happy with the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 19:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Northstar Aerospace reports Q2 profit of US$600,000 as revenue grows</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37895__northstar_aerospace_reports_q2_profit_of_us_600_000_as_revenue_grows_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHICAGO - Northstar Aerospace Inc. (TSX:NAS) turned to a profit in its second quarter after a loss a year ago as revenue improved 14 per cent, the company said FridayThe maker of aerospace gears,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 19:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gammon Gold reports second quarter profits of US$6.5 million on higher revenues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37892__gammon_gold_reports_second_quarter_profits_of_us_6_5_million_on_higher_revenues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Gammon Gold Inc. (TSX:GAM), a Halifax miner which operates in Mexico, reported net profits of US$6.5 million in the second quarter as a big jump in revenues helped the company reverse a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 18:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AltaGas Utility Group reports Q2 loss of $300,000 as revenue up</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37891__altagas_utility_group_reports_q2_loss_of_300_000_as_revenue_up_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - AltaGas Utility Group Inc. (TSX:AUI) narrowed its second-quarter loss compared with a year ago as revenue increased nearly 20 per cent, the firm said Friday.The company, which holds... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 18:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec court authorizes suit against Bank of Montreal over penalties</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37890__quebec_court_authorizes_suit_against_bank_of_montreal_over_penalties_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Quebec Superior Court has approved a class-action lawsuit against the Bank of Montreal for penalties levied due to early repayment of mortgages.The Option consommateurs consumer... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 18:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aurizon second quarter net profits fall to $5.6 million from $7 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37889__aurizon_second_quarter_net_profits_fall_to_5_6_million_from_7_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Aurizon Mines Ltd. (TSX:AZK), a Vancouver miner with operations in Quebec, reported lower net profits in the latest quarter but generated sharply higher revenues from the startup of its... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 18:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>West Energy reports Q2 profit of $8.7 million, up from loss a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37888__west_energy_reports_q2_profit_of_8_7_million_up_from_loss_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - West Energy Ltd. (TSX:WTL) said Friday it earned $8.7 million, up from a loss a year ago, as production more than doubled.The energy company said the profit amounted to 11 cents per... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 18:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Union Gold nixes proposed merger with Shoal Point Energy Ltd.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37887__union_gold_nixes_proposed_merger_with_shoal_point_energy_ltd__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Junior miner Union Gold Inc. (TSXV:UN) has nixed a proposed deal to merge with Shoal Point Energy Ltd., a privately owned oil and gas exploration company.Union said Friday it had... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 18:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>The Data Group Income Fund earns second quarter profits of $4 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37885__the_data_group_income_fund_earns_second_quarter_profits_of_4_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRAMPTON, Ont. - The Data Group Income Fund (TSX:DGI.UN), a Toronto-area document services company, reported second quarter net profits of just over $4 million, reversing an $8.5 million loss last... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 18:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Sugar benefits from increase in U.S. sugar quota starting Aug. 14</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37883__rogers_sugar_benefits_from_increase_in_u_s_sugar_quota_starting_aug_14_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Rogers Sugar Income Fund (TSX:RSI.UN) says it will benefit from new U.S. government sugar quotas that will let Canada's dominant sugar producer raise its exports to the United States.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 18:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of July 28-Aug. 3</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080808/37862__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_july_28_aug_3_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of July 28-Aug. 3: 1 "So You Think You Can Dance" (CTV, Thursday) - 1,462,000 2 "So You Think You... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 12:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MI Developments agrees to extend and increase bridge loan to Magna Entertainment</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081015/37858__mi_developments_agrees_to_extend_and_increase_bridge_loan_to_magna_entertainment_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AURORA, Ont. - MI Developments Inc. (TSX:MIM.A, TSX:MIM.B) said Wednesday that it has agreed to increase and extend a bridge loan to Magna Entertainment Corp. and to extend the deadline for... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 20:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Iamgold posts $33.3-million profit in second quarter; 2008 output target raised</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080808/37852__iamgold_posts_33_3_million_profit_in_second_quarter_2008_output_target_raised_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Iamgold Corp. (TSX:IMG) improved its net profits to US$33.3 million in its second quarter, reversing a year-ago loss of US$81.4 million.The gold miner also announced a higher 2008... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 11:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fortis Q2 profit falls to $32M from year-ago $43M, revenue up sharply</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37843__fortis_q2_profit_falls_to_32m_from_year_ago_43m_revenue_up_sharply_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Diversified utility Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) reported Friday a second-quarter profit of $32 million, 18 cents per share, down from a year-ago $43 million or 27 cents per share as... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 10:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stamps narrowly hang on for 30-25 win, handing 'Riders first loss of season</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080808/37841__stamps_narrowly_hang_on_for_30_25_win_handing_riders_first_loss_of_season_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - A missed field goal cost the Calgary Stampeders a chance to hand the Saskatchewan Roughriders their first loss of the season last week.The Stampeders made no mistake Thursday night -... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 10:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Air Canada's load factor in July matches record for the month set in 2005</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37834__air_canada_s_load_factor_in_july_matches_record_for_the_month_set_in_2005_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Air Canada (TSX:AC.A) filled 83 per cent of its seats in July, matching a July 2005 record load factor and above a year-before 81.8 per cent last July.But Canada's biggest airline said... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 11:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080808/37817__baseball_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ There's no better gift for a struggling American League team right now than a series against the Oakland Athletics.Trying to stay relevant in the AL playoff race, the Toronto Blue Jays (59-56)... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 01:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fort Chicago reports Q2 profit of $20.1 million, down from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37815__fort_chicago_reports_q2_profit_of_20_1_million_down_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Fort Chicago Energy Partners LP (TSX:FCE.UN) said Thursday it earned $20.1 million, down from $22.8 million a year ago, while revenue grew more than 30 per cent.The pipeline and energy... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Talks break down, union puts up picket lines at Sask. potash mines</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37814__talks_break_down_union_puts_up_picket_lines_at_sask_potash_mines_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Picket lines went up quickly Thursday after talks broke down between the Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan and the union representing 500 workers at three sites.The two sides had been... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Arsenal Energy to acquire Geocan Energy in deal worth $47.2 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37812__arsenal_energy_to_acquire_geocan_energy_in_deal_worth_47_2_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Arsenal Energy Inc. (TSX:AEI) has signed a deal to acquire Geocan Energy Inc. (TSX:GCA) in a agreement worth $47.2 million in cash, stock and debt, the companies said Thursday.Under the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Paramount Energy Trust reports Q2 loss of $55.4 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37811__paramount_energy_trust_reports_q2_loss_of_55_4_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Paramount Energy Trust (TSX:PMT.UN) said Thursday it lost $55.4 million compared with a profit a year ago, hurt by a $70.4-million unrealized hedging loss.The energy trust said the loss... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Westshore Terminals reports Q2 profit of $31.9 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37809__westshore_terminals_reports_q2_profit_of_31_9_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Westshore Terminals Income Fund (TSX:WTE.UN) nearly doubled its second-quarter profit compared with a year ago, boosted by higher coal prices, said the fund, which also suggested its... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Flint Energy Services reported Q2 profit of $11.8 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37807__flint_energy_services_reported_q2_profit_of_11_8_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Flint Energy Services Ltd. (TSX:FES) nearly doubled its second-quarter profit compared with a year ago as revenue increased 26 per cent, the company said Thursday.The oil field services... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Provident Energy reports Q2 loss of $184.1M compared with $46.2M loss a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37806__provident_energy_reports_q2_loss_of_184_1m_compared_with_46_2m_loss_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Provident Energy Trust (TSX:PVE.UN) said Thursday it lost $184.1 million in the second quarter, hurt by $467 million in realized and unrealized losses on derivatives.The energy trust... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sterling Shoes Income Fund reports Q2 profit of $866,000 as sales up</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37805__sterling_shoes_income_fund_reports_q2_profit_of_866_000_as_sales_up_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Sterling Shoes Income Fund (TSX:SSI.UN) said Thursday it a small profit in the second quarter compared with a loss a year ago as sales grew 4.1 per cent.The shoe retailer said it... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Silver Standard reports Q2 loss of $5.5M compared with $5M loss a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37802__silver_standard_reports_q2_loss_of_5_5m_compared_with_5m_loss_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Silver Standard Resources Inc. (TSX:SSO) reported a second-quarter loss of $5.5 million in its most recent quarter as it continued work on several projects.The Vancouver-based company... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Circa Enterprises says chief financial officer Graham Reid to resign</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37801__circa_enterprises_says_chief_financial_officer_graham_reid_to_resign_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Circa Enterprises Inc. (TSX:CTO) said Thursday that chief financial officer Graham Reid has tendered his resignation effective Aug. 25.Circa said Reid has accepted an offer to serve as... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Paramount Resources reports Q2 loss of $31.9 million on hedging charge</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080808/37800__paramount_resources_reports_q2_loss_of_31_9_million_on_hedging_charge_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Paramount Resources Ltd. (TSX:POU) said Thursday it lost $31.9 million in its second quarter, hurt by a $66.7 million in mark-to-market losses on commodity contracts and stock based... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Federal government agrees to support Toronto's bid for 2015 Pan Am Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080807/37781__federal_government_agrees_to_support_toronto_s_bid_for_2015_pan_am_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The federal government has agreed to support the City of Toronto's bid to host the 2015 Pan Am Games.Ontario government officials received word late Thursday that Prime Minister Stephen... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 21:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada upsets fourth-seed France 2-1 at world junior championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080807/37777__canada_upsets_fourth_seed_france_2_1_at_world_junior_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ZURICH - Canada continued to surprise at the world junior championships on Thursday with a 2-1 upset victory over fourth-seed France.National junior champ Kelly Shannon of Calgary lost the opener... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 21:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Imperial Oil board of directors to make decision on Kearl in early 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080807/37772__imperial_oil_board_of_directors_to_make_decision_on_kearl_in_early_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Imperial Oil Ltd.'s (TSX:IMO) board is set to make a decision early next year on whether to go ahead with its controversial $8-billion Kearl oilsands mine, which is expected to start up... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 19:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alamos Gold reports to Q2 profit of $6.2 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080807/37771__alamos_gold_reports_to_q2_profit_of_6_2_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Alamos Gold Inc. (TSX:AGI) reported Thursday a second-quarter profit of $6.2 million, up from $1.9 million a year ago, as sales increased more than 50 per cent.The gold miner with... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 19:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Imperial Metals reports Q2 profit of $44.2 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080807/37770__imperial_metals_reports_q2_profit_of_44_2_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Imperial Metals Corp. (TSX:III) said Thursday it earned $44.2 million, up sharply from a year ago, as revenue improved more than 30 per cent.The metals producer said the profit... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 19:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Thompson Creek reports Q2 profit of US$60.4 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080807/37769__thompson_creek_reports_q2_profit_of_us_60_4_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Thompson Creek Metals Co. Inc. (TSX:TCM) earned a second-quarter profit of US$60.4 million compared with a profit of $56.8 million a year ago, the company said Thursday.The molybdenum... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 19:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Caisse increases stake in Canadian Royalties with purchase of 2.1 million shares</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080807/37768__caisse_increases_stake_in_canadian_royalties_with_purchase_of_2_1_million_shares_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec said Thursday it has increased its stake in Canadian Royalties Inc. (TSX:CZZ) with the purchase of 2.1 million shares in the company.The Caisse... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 19:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Penn West Energy Trust puts up for sale 10 packages of non-core properties</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080826/37767__penn_west_energy_trust_puts_up_for_sale_10_packages_of_non_core_properties_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Penn West Energy Trust (TSX:PWT.UN) put up for sale Tuesday 10 packages of land for sale in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Northwest Territories and Wyoming.The trust said the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cinram reports Q2 loss of US$7.1M compared with $26.6M loss a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080807/37766__cinram_reports_q2_loss_of_us_7_1m_compared_with_26_6m_loss_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cinram International Income Fund (TSX:CRW.UN) said Thursday that it narrowed its second-quarter loss compared with a year ago as revenue increased nearly 20 per cent.The CD and DVD... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 19:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>H&R REIT reports second quarter net profits of $32.9 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080807/37765__h_r_reit_reports_second_quarter_net_profits_of_32_9_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - H&R Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:HR.UN), a Toronto-based owner of commercial properties, reported it earned $32.9 million in the second quarter, reversing a big loss last year.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 19:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto FC midfielder Amado Guevara fined, suspended for two games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080807/37764__toronto_fc_midfielder_amado_guevara_fined_suspended_for_two_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Toronto FC midfielder Amado Guevara was suspended for one game and fined US$250 by the Major League Soccer Disciplinary Committee on Thursday for his conduct in an Aug. 3 game.Guevara earned a red... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 19:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal museum to host show on relationship between art, rock music</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080807/37758__montreal_museum_to_host_show_on_relationship_between_art_rock_music_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The relationship between avant-garde art and rock music will be highlighted in a show at the Montreal Museum of Contemporary Art this fall."Sympathy for the Devil: Art and Rock and Roll... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 18:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New Baby and Penny in Toronto cast of stage musical 'Dirty Dancing'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080807/37753__new_baby_and_penny_in_toronto_cast_of_stage_musical_dirty_dancing__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Some big casting changes have been made to the hit Toronto musical "Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story On Stage."Mirvish Productions announced Thursday that the one-year contracts are up... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 18:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Six Canadian soldiers wounded in volatile district of Afghanistan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080807/37736__six_canadian_soldiers_wounded_in_volatile_district_of_afghanistan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ZHARI DISTRICT, Afghanistan - Six Canadian soldiers suffered minor injuries in a firefight early Friday with insurgents in Zhari district west of Kandahar city.The fighting happened when the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 17:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>High court will hear appeals of employees left jobless after Wal Mart closure</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080807/37729__high_court_will_hear_appeals_of_employees_left_jobless_after_wal_mart_closure_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Supreme Court of Canada agreed Thursday to hear appeals from a number of workers who lost their jobs when Wal Mart Canada closed its unionized store in Saguenay, Que., three years ago.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 15:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>National Ballet second soloist Julie Hay joins cast of 'Dirty Dancing'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080807/37719__national_ballet_second_soloist_julie_hay_joins_cast_of_dirty_dancing__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Julie Hay, a second soloist with the National Ballet of Canada, is leaving the dance company to do some "dirty dancing."The Toronto-born performer will play the role of Penny in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 13:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lundin says it has no notice of changes at Tenke despite reports</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080828/37716__lundin_says_it_has_no_notice_of_changes_at_tenke_despite_reports_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Lundin Mining Corp. (TSX:LUN) says it hasn't received any notice of changes for its Tenke project from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, despite media reports that the country wants... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kingsway Financial recovers from first-quarter loss but Q2 profit below year-earlier</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080807/37704__kingsway_financial_recovers_from_first_quarter_loss_but_q2_profit_below_year_earlier_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Vehicle insurer Kingsway Financial Services Inc. (TSE:KFS) returned to overall profitability in the second quarter despite tough market conditions, reporting a profit of US$6.3 million.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 11:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Imax Q2 loss nearly triples, revenue falls 21 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080807/37703__imax_q2_loss_nearly_triples_revenue_falls_21_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Imax Corp. (TSX: IMX) says its second-quarter revenue fell and net loss increased dramatically compared with last year.Revenue at the maker of big-screen theatre systems was US$21.2... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 11:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Paladin Labs Q2 net profit falls to $2.6 M from $5.9 M, but revenues rise</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080807/37695__paladin_labs_q2_net_profit_falls_to_2_6_m_from_5_9_m_but_revenues_rise_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Paladin Labs Inc. (TSX:PLB), a Montreal-based specialty pharmaceutical company, reported its second quarter net profits fell to $2.6 million from $5.9 million and the company faces a... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 09:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>June's national drop in value of building permits widespread among provinces</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080807/37688__june_s_national_drop_in_value_of_building_permits_widespread_among_provinces_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The residential and non-residential sectors both dropped as the total value of building permits in June fell 5.3 per cent from May to $6.3 billion.The decline hit most provinces and was... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 08:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wednesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080807/37679__wednesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ National LeagueJeff Karstens is showing the Pittsburgh Pirates he's worth the player of the week they traded to get him.The recently acquired right-hander set down his first 23 batters and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 7 Aug 2008 00:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rodeo community mourns death of two Alta. chuckwagon veterans</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080806/37658__rodeo_community_mourns_death_of_two_alta_chuckwagon_veterans_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DAWSON CREEK, B.C. - The rodeo community was mourning two of its most honoured veterans Wednesday after one was killed in a crash on a northern Alberta highway and another succumbed to cancer in a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 22:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bennett Environmental reports Q2 loss of $2.8 million, sales down</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080806/37655__bennett_environmental_reports_q2_loss_of_2_8_million_sales_down_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OAKVILLE, Ont. - Bennett Environmental Inc. (TSX:BEV) reported Wednesday a loss of $2.8 million, compared with a loss of $1.9 million a year ago, as revenue dropped sharply.The soil cleanup... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CNQ says Horizon expected to cost $9.27 billion, up from earlier estimates</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080806/37653__cnq_says_horizon_expected_to_cost_9_27_billion_up_from_earlier_estimates_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (TSX:CNQ) said Wednesday that costs at its Horizon Oil Sands Project are expected to be eight per cent higher than recent estimates as construction at the project... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Newalta Income Fund reports Q2 profit of $11.8 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080806/37652__newalta_income_fund_reports_q2_profit_of_11_8_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Newalta Income Fund (TSX:NAL.UN), which provides waste disposal services for the oil and gas and other industries, reported a 76 per cent increase in its second-quarter profit compared... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Andrew Peller reports Q1 profit of $2.7 million, down from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080806/37650__andrew_peller_reports_q1_profit_of_2_7_million_down_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GRIMSBY, Ont. - Winemaker Andrew Peller Ltd. (TSX:ADW.A) said Wednesday that it earned $2.7 million, down from $.29 million a year ago, as revenue increased 4.3 per cent.The company said the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Regional airline Jazz Air Income Fund reports Q2 profit of $23.6M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080806/37649__regional_airline_jazz_air_income_fund_reports_q2_profit_of_23_6m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Jazz Air Income Fund (TSX: JAZ.UN) said Wednesday it earned $23.6 million in the second quarter, compared with a loss of $33 million a year ago, when the fund took a big charge for future... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sale of Maax to Brookfield approved by U.S. and Canadian courts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080806/37648__sale_of_maax_to_brookfield_approved_by_u_s_and_canadian_courts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canadian bathtub supplier Maax Corp., which is operating under court protection from creditors, said Wednesday courts in the Canada and the United States have approved the sale of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shawcor reports Q2 profit of $32.8 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080806/37646__shawcor_reports_q2_profit_of_32_8_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Shawcor Ltd. (TSX:SCL.A, TSX:SCL.B) said it earned $32.8 million, up from $30.2 million a year ago, as revenue gained seven per cent.The pipeline and energy logistics firm said the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Burntsand reports Q2 loss of $265,000 as loonie takes bite from revenue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080806/37645__burntsand_reports_q2_loss_of_265_000_as_loonie_takes_bite_from_revenue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Burntsand Inc. (TSX:BRT) said Wednesday it lost $265,000, compared with a loss of $609,000 a year ago, as the strengthening loonie took a bite out of the company's revenues.The business... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lakeview Hotel REIT buys Ottawa hotel for $10.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080806/37643__lakeview_hotel_reit_buys_ottawa_hotel_for_10_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Lakeview Hotel Real Estate Investment Trust (TSXV:LHR.UN), a Winnipeg-based property owner, says it has acquired the 81-room Days Inn at the Ottawa Airport for $10.5 million.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Charter REIT cuts second quarter net loss to $230,240 from $1.1 million last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080806/37641__charter_reit_cuts_second_quarter_net_loss_to_230_240_from_1_1_million_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Charter Real Estate Investment Trust (TSXV:CRH.UN), a Toronto-based retail and commercial property owner, narrowed its net loss sharply in the latest quarter.Charter said late Wednesday... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>QuestAir third quarter loss narrows to $1.6 million from $2.6 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080806/37640__questair_third_quarter_loss_narrows_to_1_6_million_from_2_6_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - QuestAir Technologies Inc. (TSX:QAR), a maker of gas purification systems for various industries, narrowed its net quarterly loss to just under $1.6 million from $2.6 million last... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 21:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ray, Brown, Dorsey, and Cahoon captured CFL weekly awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080806/37617__ray_brown_dorsey_and_cahoon_captured_cfl_weekly_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Quarterback Ricky Ray, who threw for 392 yards and two touchdowns in leading the Edmonton Eskimos past the B.C. Lions last week, was named the CFL's offensive player of the week... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 15:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toronto Raptors begin 2008-09 season against new-look Philadelphia 76ers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080806/37604__toronto_raptors_begin_2008_09_season_against_new_look_philadelphia_76ers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The new-look Toronto Raptors won't have to wait long to get a shot at the revamped Philadelphia 76ers.The Raptors will open the 2008-09 NBA season on Oct. 29 on the road against the Atlantic... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 13:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CN will seek legal relief to conclude its proposed EJ&E acquisition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080806/37603__cn_will_seek_legal_relief_to_conclude_its_proposed_ej_e_acquisition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHICAGO - Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) says it will seek unspecified "legal relief" to enable it to salvage the proposed $300 million purchase of the Elgin, Joliet & Eastern Railway from... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 17:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Aecon wins $31-million contract for reconstruction of Ontario hospital</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080826/37586__aecon_wins_31_million_contract_for_reconstruction_of_ontario_hospital_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Aecon Group Inc. (TSX:ARE) said Tuesday that it has won a $31.5-million contract for the re-development of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital in Smiths Falls, Ont.The contract... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magna Entertainment chips away at Q2 losses; won't meet debt paydown targets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080806/37581__magna_entertainment_chips_away_at_q2_losses_won_t_meet_debt_paydown_targets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ AURORA, Ont. - Magna Entertainment Corp. (TSX:MEC.A) reported Wednesday a second-quarter loss of US$21.3 million as the horse racetrack operator improved a little on a year-earlier loss of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 09:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pengrowth Energy production falls, net loss increases to $118.7M in second quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080806/37580__pengrowth_energy_production_falls_net_loss_increases_to_118_7m_in_second_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Pengrowth Energy Trust (TSX:PGF.UN) had a net loss of $118.7 million in the second quarter, attributed to non-cash losses on its hedging contracts.Cash flow from operating activities was... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 09:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal police recover Iggy Pop's stolen truck but no sign of instruments</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080806/37551__montreal_police_recover_iggy_pop_s_stolen_truck_but_no_sign_of_instruments_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Montreal police have recovered the rental truck that contained Iggy Pop and the Stooges' equipment, but there is still no sign of what was inside.The group lost their instruments and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 6 Aug 2008 11:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tribute to Tony Curtis, class by Brian de Palma headline Montreal film fest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080805/37542__tribute_to_tony_curtis_class_by_brian_de_palma_headline_montreal_film_fest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Tributes to legendary actor Tony Curtis and powerhouse producer Alan Ladd, Jr., along with a master class conducted by director Brian de Palma will be among the highlights of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 21:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Denso Airybees sweep Canadian women's volleyball team in exhibition play</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080805/37541__denso_airybees_sweep_canadian_women_s_volleyball_team_in_exhibition_play_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - A strong defensive effort from the Denso Airybees was enough to sweep the Canadian national women's volleyball team 3-0 in exhibition action Tuesday.Denso beat Canada 25-15, 25-17,... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 21:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bell Canada and Atlantic unit sell non-core businesses</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080805/37536__bell_canada_and_atlantic_unit_sell_non_core_businesses_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Bell Canada (TSX:BCE) and its Atlantic regional unit have struck deals to sell non-core businesses as the telecom operator streamlines operations and prepares to become a private company... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 19:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bell Aliant Holdings LP reports Q2 sales of $823 million, up 2.4 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080805/37535__bell_aliant_holdings_lp_reports_q2_sales_of_823_million_up_2_4_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Revenue at Bell Aliant Holdings LP increased to $823 million in the second quarter, up 2.4 per cent from $804 million a year earlier, Bell Aliant Regional Communications Income Fund (TSX:... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 19:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian women's volleyball head coach Naoki Miyashita resigns</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080805/37507__canadian_women_s_volleyball_head_coach_naoki_miyashita_resigns_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Naoki Miyashita has stepped down as head coach of the Canadian national women's volleyball team.Miyashita, who has been head coach of the team for three years after spending five years... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 14:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>YM BioSciences stock drops 22 per cent following release of clinical results</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080805/37505__ym_biosciences_stock_drops_22_per_cent_following_release_of_clinical_results_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - YM BioSciences Inc. shares (TSX:YM) were down nearly 22 per cent Tuesday, in the first trading since the company released preliminary results of a clinical trial of a potential... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 14:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Five-store Potvin and Bouchard chain acquired by BMR investors</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080805/37494__five_store_potvin_and_bouchard_chain_acquired_by_bmr_investors_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ JONQUIERE, Que. - A group of investors associated with the BMR Groupe of merchants has acquired the five Potvin & Bouchard home renovation stores and a distribution centre, which are in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 12:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Songs by Bachman, O'Riordan, Barenaked Ladies to get kids moving</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080805/37486__songs_by_bachman_o_riordan_barenaked_ladies_to_get_kids_moving_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian rockers including Sam Roberts, Randy Bachman of the Guess Who, and Bedouin Soundclash are among the musicians set to get kids moving on the get-fit TV show, "Roll Play."The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 12:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cinram hires former Patheon CFO as finance chief</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080805/37477__cinram_hires_former_patheon_cfo_as_finance_chief_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cinram International Income Fund (TSX:CRW.UN) has appointed John H. Bell, former CFO of contract pharmaceutical manufacturer Patheon Inc. (TSX:PTI), as its chief financial officer.Bell... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 11:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>IGM Financial to acquire Saxon Financial for $286 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080805/37469__igm_financial_to_acquire_saxon_financial_for_286_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Mutual fund company IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) has struck a friendly $286 million takeover for Saxon Financial Inc. (TSX:SFI), a Toronto-based money manager.IGM, which owns Canada's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 10:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian gymnast O'Neill suffers ankle injury during Olympic training</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080805/37458__canadian_gymnast_o_neill_suffers_ankle_injury_during_olympic_training_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BEIJING - Canadian Brandon O'Neill's status for the Olympic gymnastics competition is up in the air after he injured an ankle in training earlier this week.The Edmonton native was doing a tumbling... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 09:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian dollar resumes trade by sliding more than a cent overseas</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080805/37443__canadian_dollar_resumes_trade_by_sliding_more_than_a_cent_overseas_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - After a day off on domestic markets, the Canadian dollar resumed trading overseas by tumbling about a cent and a third today.The loonie's slide comes as lower demand for oil continues to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 05:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Virtek Vision International to sell imaging division for $26.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080805/37437__virtek_vision_international_to_sell_imaging_division_for_26_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WATERLOO, Ont. - Virtek Vision International Inc. (TSX:VRK) says it has reached an agreement to sell its imaging and templating division to Missouri-based MiTek Holdings Inc. for $26.5 million.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 02:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Monday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080805/37434__monday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ American League:Roy Halladay likes finishing what he starts, but the Toronto Blue Jays ace also knows when enough is enough.Halladay (13-8) pitched eight strong innings and the Blue Jays beat... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 5 Aug 2008 02:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Halladay refuses to let another Toronto lead slip away as Jays beat A's 6-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080804/37431__halladay_refuses_to_let_another_toronto_lead_slip_away_as_jays_beat_a_s_6_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cito Gaston's personal all-time starting rotation features greats like Roger Clemens, Dave Stieb, David Cone and Jack Morris.But if the Blue Jays manager could take his dream team to the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 4 Aug 2008 23:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Halladay refuses to let another Toronto lead slip away as Jays beat A's 6-1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080804/37427__halladay_refuses_to_let_another_toronto_lead_slip_away_as_jays_beat_a_s_6_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - With ace Roy Halladay on the mound, the Toronto Blue Jays were not about to let another big lead slip away.After watching his team blow 4-0 and 6-0 leads in a pair of losses in Texas... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 4 Aug 2008 21:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Quebec engineering company Genivar buys environmental services firm Solmers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080804/37426__quebec_engineering_company_genivar_buys_environmental_services_firm_solmers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Canadian engineering firm Genivar Income Fund (TSX:GNV.UN) announced Monday the acquisition of Solmers Inc., a Quebec-based environmental engineering services firm.The deal, whose value... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 4 Aug 2008 21:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sun Life Financial discloses Washington Mutual exposure totalling $270M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080926/37424__sun_life_financial_discloses_washington_mutual_exposure_totalling_270m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX:SLF) disclosed Friday it has $270 million in bond exposures to failed U.S. thrift Washington Mutual Inc.Sun Life, Canada's third-largest insurance company by... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 16:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Seaside Retreat sets course record in winning $300,000 Nijinksy Stakes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080804/37404__seaside_retreat_sets_course_record_in_winning_300_000_nijinksy_stakes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Seaside Retreat set a course record in capturing the Grade 2 $300,000 Nijinksy Stakes thoroughbred horse race at Woodbine Racetrack on Monday.Seaside Retreat finished 1  1/4-mile race in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 4 Aug 2008 18:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ceco Environmental acquires Montreal-based Flextor Inc. and AVC Specialists of California</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080804/37392__ceco_environmental_acquires_montreal_based_flextor_inc_and_avc_specialists_of_california_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CINCINNATI - Ceco Environmental Corp. (Nasdaq: CECE), a Cincinnati-based provider of air pollution control and industrial ventilation systems, has agreed to acquire, in separate transactions,... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 4 Aug 2008 16:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ivanhoe Cambridge and Ancar buy four Brazilian shopping centres</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080804/37385__ivanhoe_cambridge_and_ancar_buy_four_brazilian_shopping_centres_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The real-estate subsidiary of Canadian pension fund manager la Caisse de depot et placement du Quebec has expanded its international holdings by purchasing four shopping centres in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 4 Aug 2008 14:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HSBC Bank Canada to buy HSBC Financial Corp. by end of year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080804/37380__hsbc_bank_canada_to_buy_hsbc_financial_corp_by_end_of_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Vancouver - HSBC Bank Canada (TSX:HSB.PR.C, TSX:HSB.PR.D) announced Monday a plan to create a unified corporate structure by buying HSBC Financial Corporation Ltd. from a U.S. affiliate by year-end... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 4 Aug 2008 13:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sunday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080804/37335__sunday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ American League:Xavier Nady was hot, but it was some appalling defence form Los Angeles that clipped the Angels' wings..Nady homered and had a career-high six RBIs, rallying New York past the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 4 Aug 2008 00:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pendrel, Premont give Canada 1-2 finish at World Cup mountain bike race</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080803/37322__pendrel_premont_give_canada_1_2_finish_at_world_cup_mountain_bike_race_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BROMONT, Que. - Catharine Pendrel of Kamloops, B.C., finished first and Marie-Helene Premont of Chateau Richer, Que., came second at a mountain bike World Cup race Sunday.It's the second one-two... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 3 Aug 2008 21:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Whitney McClintock takes women's jump at Pan Am water-skiing championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080803/37319__whitney_mcclintock_takes_women_s_jump_at_pan_am_water_skiing_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MEDELLIN, Colombia - Whitney McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., won the gold medal in women's jump and took second place overall in the open competition on Sunday at the Pan American water-skiing... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 3 Aug 2008 20:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's junior team finishes sixth at world junior championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080803/37303__canada_s_junior_team_finishes_sixth_at_world_junior_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Canada lost to Taiwan 11-4 Sunday to finish sixth at the world junior baseball championship.The Canadians were short on pitchers going into the fifth-place game as all their pitchers... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 3 Aug 2008 23:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada advances to playoff round at men's world junior squash championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080803/37300__canada_advances_to_playoff_round_at_men_s_world_junior_squash_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ZURICH, Switzerland - Canada defeated Ireland and lost to Germany Sunday to complete its round robin schedule at 2-1 and is headed to the playoff round in team competition at the men's world junior... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 3 Aug 2008 17:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Veteran jockey Todd Kabel to sit out rest of season due to weight issues</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080803/37285__veteran_jockey_todd_kabel_to_sit_out_rest_of_season_due_to_weight_issues_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Veteran jockey Todd Kabel will sit out the rest of the '08 thoroughbred racing season due to weight issues.Kabel, six times named Canada's top rider, rode in 53 races this year, winning... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 3 Aug 2008 15:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's junior team scores six in ninth, beats Puerto Rico 9-6</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080803/37244__canada_s_junior_team_scores_six_in_ninth_beats_puerto_rico_9_6_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Canada scored six runs in the top of the ninth inning to rally for a 9-6 win over Puerto Rico on Saturday at the world junior baseball championship.Puerto Rico had broken a 3-3 tie with... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 3 Aug 2008 03:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Saturday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080803/37243__baseball_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A triple and the game-winning run in his debut. The go-ahead home run in his second game.No doubt about it: Jason Bay is setting expectations high in Boston."It's the same game," the Trail, B.C.,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 3 Aug 2008 01:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada wins three more medals at bowling's Tournament of the Americas</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080803/37242__canada_wins_three_more_medals_at_bowling_s_tournament_of_the_americas_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ORLANDO, Fla. - Canada added three more medals Saturday at the Tournament of the Americans tenpin bowling championship, taking silver in the adult overall category and bronze in both the senior... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 3 Aug 2008 00:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roughriders hold on for narrow 22-21 victory over Stampeders</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080803/37238__roughriders_hold_on_for_narrow_22_21_victory_over_stampeders_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - The Saskatchewan Roughriders walked into their locker-room with 21 points at halftime and needed every last one, plus some inspired defensive play, to hold off the Calgary Stampeders for... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 3 Aug 2008 00:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada wins opening match in team event at menIs world junior championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080802/37226__canada_wins_opening_match_in_team_event_at_menis_world_junior_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ZURICH, Switzerland - Canada breezed by Spain 3-0 on Saturday to open the team event at the men's world junior squash championships.National junior champion Kelly Shannon of Calgary defeated... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 2 Aug 2008 20:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Late pass gives Andrew Ranger win in NASCAR Canadian Tire series</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080802/37189__late_pass_gives_andrew_ranger_win_in_nascar_canadian_tire_series_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Andrew Ranger cruised in to victory as his home fans stood and cheered at the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series race Saturday at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.The Roxton Pond, Que., driver took... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 2 Aug 2008 14:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hourly event schedule for Vancouver's 2010 Winter Games released</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080802/37162__hourly_event_schedule_for_vancouver_s_2010_winter_games_released_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Planning for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver has reached a major milestone with the release of hourly event schedules of both the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.The Vancouver... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 2 Aug 2008 04:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Friday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080802/37161__friday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ American League:Jason Bay and Ken Griffey Jr. endeared themselves to a whole new base of fans Friday as the former National League stars had big debuts with their new American League teams.Bay... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 2 Aug 2008 03:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TransCanada's Alaska pipeline project wins approval by state Senate</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37154__transcanada_s_alaska_pipeline_project_wins_approval_by_state_senate_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - TransCanada Corp. (TSX:TRP) said Friday the Alaska Legislature has signed off on a license for the company's US$26-billion Alaska Pipeline Project under the Alaska Gasline Inducement Act.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 21:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians wins six gold medals to open Tri Nations Cup swimming competition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080801/37153__canadians_wins_six_gold_medals_to_open_tri_nations_cup_swimming_competition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Hannah Riordan of Cornwall, Ont., won the gold medal in the women's 50-metre freestyle then helped Canada to relay gold in the women's 4x100 freestyle and 4x100 medley relays Friday at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 20:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shermag credit facilities with Wachovia Finance transferred to Geosam</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37144__shermag_credit_facilities_with_wachovia_finance_transferred_to_geosam_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SHERBROOKE, Que. - Shermag Inc. (TSX:SMG) said Friday that its credit facilities with Wachovia Finance Corp. (Canada) have been assigned to Geosam Investments Ltd., a company controlled by Clarke... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 17:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PFB reports Q2 profit of $514,000, down from $1.3 million a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37134__pfb_reports_q2_profit_of_514_000_down_from_1_3_million_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - PFB Corp. (TSX:PFB) saw its second-quarter profit cut in less than half compared with a year ago as revenue fell 10 per cent.The maker of building insulation said Friday it earned... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 16:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sepp's gets shareholder approval on plan to go private</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37127__sepp_s_gets_shareholder_approval_on_plan_to_go_private_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DELTA, B.C. - Frozen breakfast maker Sepp's Gourmet Foods Ltd. says its shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the company's plan to go private and buy out minority shareholders.About 98 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 15:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hardwoods Distribution trust units knocked down 40 per cent after cuts</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37121__hardwoods_distribution_trust_units_knocked_down_40_per_cent_after_cuts_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LANGLEY, B.C. - Units in Hardwoods Distribution Income Fund (TSX:HWD.UN) fell nearly 40 per cent Friday, after the lumber distributor reported a second-quarter loss and cut distributions by 67 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 17:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Genivar acquires Zenix engineering firm in Ontario for undisclosed price</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37113__genivar_acquires_zenix_engineering_firm_in_ontario_for_undisclosed_price_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Genivar Income Fund (TSX:GNV.UN) has acquired Zenix Engineering Ltd., an Ottawa-based engineering firm, for an undisclosed price.The deal expands Genivar's workforce in Ontario to... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 14:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Magna International acquires Russian plastic-parts maker Technoplast</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080801/37112__magna_international_acquires_russian_plastic_parts_maker_technoplast_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG.A) has acquired Technoplast, a supplier of plastic exterior and interior components in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia.The Canadian auto parts giant, based in... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 14:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Coventree has $400K quarterly profit heading toward wind-down after</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080801/37111__coventree_has_400k_quarterly_profit_heading_toward_wind_down_after_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Coventree Inc. (TSX:COF), a key victim of last August's seize-up of the market for asset-backed commercial paper, has reported April-June net income of $400,000 as it proceeds toward a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 14:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Emera Q2 net profit jumps 26 per cent to $42.9M on accounting item</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37105__emera_q2_net_profit_jumps_26_per_cent_to_42_9m_on_accounting_item_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA) has generated a 26 per cent increase in second-quarter earnings to $42.9 million, boosted by an accounting item.The Nova Scotia energy firm said Friday its earnings... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 13:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of July 21-27</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080801/37092__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_july_21_27_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of July 21-27: 1 "So You Think You Can Dance" (CTV, Thursday) - 1,381,000 2 "So You Think You Can... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 12:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Electrovaya narrows Q3 loss to US$ 1.1M from US$1.6M; sales up 92 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080801/37089__electrovaya_narrows_q3_loss_to_us_1_1m_from_us_1_6m_sales_up_92_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Battery maker Electrovaya Inc. (TSX:EFL) narrowed its third-quarter loss to US$ 1.1 million from US$1.6 million last year as revenue increased by 92 per cent.Sales rose to US$916,000... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 12:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dover closes deal to buy Montreal flour mill for undisclosed price</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37087__dover_closes_deal_to_buy_montreal_flour_mill_for_undisclosed_price_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURLINGTON, Ont. - Dover Industries Ltd. (TSX:DVI), a Burlington, Ont.-based food processor, has closed a deal to acquire Cereal Foods Canada Inc.'s flour milling assets in Montreal.Financial... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 12:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dover buys Montreal flour mill for undisclosed price</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37082__dover_buys_montreal_flour_mill_for_undisclosed_price_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURLINGTON, Ont. - Dover Industries Ltd. (TSX:DVI), a Burlington, Ont.-based food processor, has acquired Cereal Foods Canada Inc.'s flour milling assets in Montreal.Financial terms of the sale,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 12:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TVA Group profits slip to $12.8 million because of disputed regulatory fees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37081__tva_group_profits_slip_to_12_8_million_because_of_disputed_regulatory_fees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - TVA Group Inc. (TSX:TVA.B) said Friday its operating profits grew for the second quarter, but the overall net income was down 23 per cent because of an adjustment for disputed regulatory... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 12:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>New collective agreement ratified at Northgate's Stawell gold mine</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080926/37080__new_collective_agreement_ratified_at_northgate_s_stawell_gold_mine_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Northgate Minerals Corp. (TSX:NGX) said Friday that workers at its Stawell gold mine in Australia have ratified a new three-year collective agreement.The deal overs 155 production and... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 17:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ceramic Protection changes name to Protective Products of America Inc.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37078__ceramic_protection_changes_name_to_protective_products_of_america_inc__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SUNRISE, Flda. - Body armour maker Ceramic Protection Corp. (TSX:CEP), formerly of Calgary, has changed its name to Protective Products of America Inc. after officially becoming a U.S. company.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 12:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bennett Environmental retains adviser to 'fully explore all alternatives'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080801/37071__bennett_environmental_retains_adviser_to_fully_explore_all_alternatives__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Soil cleanup specialist Bennett Environmental Inc. (TSX:BEV) disclosed Friday that it has hired Blackmont Capital Corp. as its financial adviser while the company moves to "fully explore... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 16:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fernando Meirelles film 'Blindness' to open Atlantic Film Festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080801/37065__fernando_meirelles_film_blindness_to_open_atlantic_film_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - First Cannes, now Halifax.The Atlantic Film Festival has announced it will open with "Blindness" by Fernando Meirelles ("City of God," "The Constant Gardener").The film, which stars... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 11:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Richards Packaging Q2 profit $3.1M as sales rise 23 per cent to $48.9M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080801/37060__richards_packaging_q2_profit_3_1m_as_sales_rise_23_per_cent_to_48_9m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Richards Packaging Income Fund (TSX:RPI.UN) wrapped up the second quarter with a 23 per cent increase in revenue to $48.9 million but a slippage in net income to $3.1 million.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 10:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Denison Mines shares fall after Arizona uranium mine air permit delayed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080801/37058__denison_mines_shares_fall_after_arizona_uranium_mine_air_permit_delayed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Denison Mines Corp. (TSX:DML) fell more than six per cent Friday after the company said there has been a delay in securing an air quality permit at its Arizona 1 mine.Shares in Denison,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 17:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Outgoing ambassador to Afghanistan reflects on 15-months at diplomatic helm</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080801/37055__outgoing_ambassador_to_afghanistan_reflects_on_15_months_at_diplomatic_helm_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KABUL, Afghanistan - Canada's outgoing ambassador to Afghanistan says he will leave his post next week optimistic about Canadian accomplishments over the last 15 months.Arif Lalani says he's... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 10:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Belzberg Technologies has $800K loss on 'non-electronic trading error' in Chicago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080801/37052__belzberg_technologies_has_800k_loss_on_non_electronic_trading_error_in_chicago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Belzberg Technologies Inc. (TSX:BLZ) disclosed Friday that it has incurred an $800,000 pre-tax loss due to an error in executing a hand-written, manually executed order at its brokerage... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 09:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Major Drilling hits record Q1 revenue of $178.2M, starts dividend</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080909/37050__major_drilling_hits_record_q1_revenue_of_178_2m_starts_dividend_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONCTON, N.B. - Major Drilling Group International Inc. (TSX:MDI) reported Tuesday a first-quarter profit of $26.3 million, up from a year-ago $18.9 million as revenue roses to a quarterly record... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 9 Sep 2008 07:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eldorado Gold Q2 profit of US$25.2M down from year-ago US$26.7</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37039__eldorado_gold_q2_profit_of_us_25_2m_down_from_year_ago_us_26_7_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Second-quarter profits at Eldorado Gold Corp. (TSX:ELD) dipped to US$25.2 million from a year-ago $26.7 million in the first full quarter of production from its restarted Kisladag mine... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 09:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Number of bankruptcies drops in May, superintendent reports</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080801/37036__number_of_bankruptcies_drops_in_may_superintendent_reports_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - New figures show that bankruptcies dropped 5.6 per cent in June.The Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcies is reporting 7,478 bankruptcies in June, down from 7,918 in May but an... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 09:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080801/37019__baseball_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Ejecting Minnesota manager Ron Gardenhire may have sparked a four-run inning for the Twins, but it also very nearly blew the top off the Metrodome.Jason Kubel's three-run homer highlighted an... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 01:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ray in on four touchdowns as Eskimos storm back for 35-24 win over Lions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080801/37018__ray_in_on_four_touchdowns_as_eskimos_storm_back_for_35_24_win_over_lions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Jason Tucker wasn't officially in the lineup for Edmonton's 35-24 come from behind victory over the British Columbia Lions on Thursday night, but the injured receiver still made an... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 02:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada hammers Czech Republic 25-1 at world junior baseball championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080801/37011__canada_hammers_czech_republic_25_1_at_world_junior_baseball_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Canada had 23 hits in a 25-1 pounding of the Czech Republic at the World Junior Baseball Championship on Thursday.Every player in the Canadian lineup had at least one hit and five home... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 01:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calvillo makes 300th career TD pass as Alouettes beat Tiger-Cats 40-33</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080801/37009__calvillo_makes_300th_career_td_pass_as_alouettes_beat_tiger_cats_40_33_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Pleased as he was to achieve his latest milestone accomplishment, Anthony Calvillo has bigger goals in sight for the Montreal Alouettes.Calvillo became the fourth quarterback in CFL... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 00:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sean Cullen eliminated from 'Last Comic Standing'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/losangeles/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080731/37006__sean_cullen_eliminated_from_last_comic_standing__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LOS ANGELES - Canadian comedian Sean Cullen has been eliminated from the American reality TV series "Last Comic Standing."The Peterborough, Ont., comic, known for his trademark porkpie hat and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 22:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PRT reports second-quarter profit of $966K, down from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/37000__prt_reports_second_quarter_profit_of_966k_down_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VICTORIA - PRT Forest Regeneration Income Fund (TSX:PRT.UN) reported Thursday a second-quarter profit of $966,000, down from $2.9 million a year ago, as revenue dropped 25 per cent.The fund said... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 21:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pacific Northern Gas reports Q2 loss of $289K compared with $884K loss a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/36996__pacific_northern_gas_reports_q2_loss_of_289k_compared_with_884k_loss_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Pacific Northern Gas Ltd. (TSX:PNG) lost $289,000 in the second quarter compared with a loss of $884,000 a year ago, the company said Thursday.The Vancouver-based company said the loss... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 21:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>First Calgary reports Q2 loss of $14.6M compared with $1.6M year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/36994__first_calgary_reports_q2_loss_of_14_6m_compared_with_1_6m_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - First Calgary Petroleums Ltd. (TSX:FCP) said Thursday it lost $14.6 million, up from $1.6 million a year ago, as the company ramped up work on its natural gas project in Algeria.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 21:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>High Arctic Energy Services sells second RAPAD Rig in Tunisia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/36988__high_arctic_energy_services_sells_second_rapad_rig_in_tunisia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RED DEER, Alta. - High Arctic Energy Services Inc. (TSX: HWO) said Thursday that it has sold a second RAPAD Rig in Tunisia. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately available.The company... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Armtec acquires assets of Ontario corrugated pipe maker for $5.7 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080821/36987__armtec_acquires_assets_of_ontario_corrugated_pipe_maker_for_5_7_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GUELPH, Ont. - Armtec Infrastructure Income Fund (TSX: ARF.UN) said Thursday it has signed a deal to buy the corrugated tubing equipment of Oxford Plastics Inc. for $5. 7 million.Under the deal,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Morguard Real Estate Investment Trust reports Q2 profit of $14.4 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/36986__morguard_real_estate_investment_trust_reports_q2_profit_of_14_4_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - Morguard Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX: MRT.UN) reported a second-quarter profit of $14.4 million, down from a year ago when the trust earned $32.7 million.The trust said... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 20:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stornoway debt free after refinancing deals with Agnico-Eagle and Lorito</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080731/36984__stornoway_debt_free_after_refinancing_deals_with_agnico_eagle_and_lorito_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Gold miner Agnico-Eagle Mines Ltd. (TSX:AEM) said Thursday that it has increased its stake in Stornoway Diamond Corp. (TSX:SWY) to 17.7 per cent as part of a refinancing deal with the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 21:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CIBC provides Fraser Papers with $25-million term loan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080919/36980__cibc_provides_fraser_papers_with_25_million_term_loan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fraser Papers Inc. (TSX:FPS) says it has arranged a new financing package, which will use money from a new $25-million one-year term to repay funds drawn on an existing credit facility.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 16:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former CFL receiver, TV analyst Leif Pettersen dies at age 57</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080731/36976__former_cfl_receiver_tv_analyst_leif_pettersen_dies_at_age_57_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - He spent eight seasons in the CFL, played in two Grey Cup games and was a runner-up for the league's outstanding Canadian award before moving in front of the camera and serving a long and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Solitaire installed as 5-2 morning-line favourite for $500,000 Breeders' Stakes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080731/36975__solitaire_installed_as_5_2_morning_line_favourite_for_500_000_breeders_stakes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Solitaire was installed as the 5-2 early favourite for the $500,000 Breeders' Stakes on Thursday.Solitaire, a third-place finisher in the Queen's Plate, highlights a 10-horse field that... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ProspEx Resources reports Q2 profit of $2.3 million as revenue grows</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/36969__prospex_resources_reports_q2_profit_of_2_3_million_as_revenue_grows_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - ProspEx Resources Ltd. (TSX:PSX) earned a second-quarter profit of $2.3 million, up from $2.2 million a year ago, as revenue increased nearly 40 per cent, the company said Thursday.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Olympian Myriam Bedard gets permission to appeal abduction verdict</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080731/36967__former_olympian_myriam_bedard_gets_permission_to_appeal_abduction_verdict_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - Former Olympic gold-medal winner Myriam Bedard has won the right to appeal her conviction on charges she abducted her young daughter.Bedard was given a conditional discharge and two years... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 19:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scotiabank Mexican subsidiary earns Q2 profit of $80 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080731/36966__scotiabank_mexican_subsidiary_earns_q2_profit_of_80_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Scotiabank (TSX:BNS) said Thursday that its Mexican subsidiary earned a second-quarter profit of $80 million, driven by asset and deposit growth and strong non-interest revenue growth.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Imaging Dynamics reports Q2 loss of $3.3 million as revenue down</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/36965__imaging_dynamics_reports_q2_loss_of_3_3_million_as_revenue_down_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Imaging Dynamics Co. Ltd. (TSX:IDL) reported a second-quarter loss of $3.3 million on Thursday compared with a loss of $2.6 million a year ago.The supplier of digital radiography... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kaboose reports second quarter net loss of $2.6 million on non-cash charges</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080731/36964__kaboose_reports_second_quarter_net_loss_of_2_6_million_on_non_cash_charges_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Kaboose Inc. (TSX:KAB), a Toronto-based operator of family focused Internet websites, reported a sharply higher net loss as the company booked non-cash charges linked to previous... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shell Canada's David Collyer to take help of CAPP in September</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/36962__shell_canada_s_david_collyer_to_take_help_of_capp_in_september_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Shell Canada president David Collyer will take the helm of Canada's biggest petroleum industry lobby group.The Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers says Collyer will take over... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Breakwater Resources reports Q2 profit of $8.1M, down from $38.7M a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080731/36961__breakwater_resources_reports_q2_profit_of_8_1m_down_from_38_7m_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Breakwater Resources Ltd. (TSX:BWR) earned a second-quarter profit of $8.1 million, down from $38.7 million a year ago, the company said Thursday.The Toronto-based miner said the profit... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sprott earns $11.4 million in the second quarter, reversing $7.7 million loss last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080731/36960__sprott_earns_11_4_million_in_the_second_quarter_reversing_7_7_million_loss_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sprott Inc. (TSX:SII), the publicly traded company that owns money manager Sprott Asset Management, reported a second-quarter profit of $11.4 million, reversing a $7.7 million net loss... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Power Financial Q2 profits nearly double to $1.1B following sale of health asset</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/36948__power_financial_q2_profits_nearly_double_to_1_1b_following_sale_of_health_asset_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Power Corp. (TSX:POW) earned a second-quarter profit of $695 million, up from $396 million a year ago, as revenues increased 24.4 per cent, the company said Thursday.The company said... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calendar of Canadian concerts for Aug. 1-31</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080731/36946__calendar_of_canadian_concerts_for_aug_1_31_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A look at some concerts scheduled in the days ahead (check local organizers for details):NEW BRUNSWICKAug. 1 - Backstreet Boys, Moncton, Coliseum.Aug. 2 - The Eagles with John Fogerty, KT... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Weakerthans, Corb Lund lead nominees for Western Canadian Music Awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080731/36940__weakerthans_corb_lund_lead_nominees_for_western_canadian_music_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Winnipeg indie band the Weakerthans and Edmonton country crooner Corb Lund lead the nominees for this year's Western Canadian Music Awards.Both acts head into the annual bash, set for... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Imperial Oil reports Q2 profit of $1.15 billion, increases dividend</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/36938__imperial_oil_reports_q2_profit_of_1_15_billion_increases_dividend_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Imperial Oil (TSX:IMO) reported a second-quarter profit of $1.15 billion, up from $712 million a year ago, and increased its quarterly dividend on Thursday.The Calgary-based energy... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 15:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TransCanada says Q2 net income up to $324M from year-ago $257M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/36929__transcanada_says_q2_net_income_up_to_324m_from_year_ago_257m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Pipeline operator TransCanada Corp. (TSX:TRP) said Thursday it saw a 21 per cent jump in quarterly net income as the natural gas shipper juggled several costly and complicated... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Edmonton Oilers name Tambellini GM, promote Lowe to president</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080801/36925__edmonton_oilers_name_tambellini_gm_promote_lowe_to_president_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Under new owner Daryl Katz, the Edmonton Oilers believe depth in the team's executive offices will help lead to on-ice success, a theory that led to Steve Tambellini's hiring as general... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 1 Aug 2008 15:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Centerra Gold says court has dismissed lawsuit against Kumtor project.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080826/36893__centerra_gold_says_court_has_dismissed_lawsuit_against_kumtor_project__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Centerra Gold Inc. (TSX:CG), which has been struggling to resolve uncertainty over its Kumtor mine, says a Kyrgyz court has dismissed a lawsuit seeking to annul the Toronto company's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stantec Q2 profit rises 26 per cent to $22.1M; revenue up 34 per cent at $289M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080731/36889__stantec_q2_profit_rises_26_per_cent_to_22_1m_revenue_up_34_per_cent_at_289m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Stantec Inc. (TSX:STN) put together a 26 per cent rise in second-quarter net income to $22.1 million as the 9,000-employee engineering and architecture firm increased its net revenue by... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends&quot; by Coldplay tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080731/36887__hmv_canada_quot_viva_la_vida_or_death_and_all_his_friends_quot_by_coldplay_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending July 31.CDs1 Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends - Coldplay2 Breakout - Miley Cyrus3 "Mamma... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;Breaking Dawn&quot; by Stephenie Meyer tops Amazon.ca books list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080731/36883___quot_breaking_dawn_quot_by_stephenie_meyer_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the 10 bestselling fiction and non-fiction books in Canada for the week ending July 29 from Amazon.ca Bracketed figures indicate position the previous week: .FICTION1 (1)... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enbridge and BP to jointly build pipeline moving Canadian crude to Gulf Coast</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080829/36877__enbridge_and_bp_to_jointly_build_pipeline_moving_canadian_crude_to_gulf_coast_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB) and BP Pipelines plan to spend between US$1 billion to $2 billion to develop a pipeline that will move Canadian heavy crude from Illinois to Texas.The joint... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Barrick Q2 earnings rise 22 per cent to US$485M; revenue up 20 per cent to $1.97B</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080731/36876__barrick_q2_earnings_rise_22_per_cent_to_us_485m_revenue_up_20_per_cent_to_1_97b_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX) has booked a 22 per cent increase in second-quarter net income to US$485 million, as high gold prices propelled revenue higher by 20 per cent to $1.97... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Wednesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080731/36853__baseball_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The New York Yankees took two important steps towards the World Series on Wednesday, first by turning around a possible sweep at home against the Baltimore Orioles, then by acquiring an all-star to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vero Energy reports Q2 profit of $8.7 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36838__vero_energy_reports_q2_profit_of_8_7_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Vero Energy Inc. (TSX:VRO) earned a second-quarter profit of $8.7 million, up from $502,000 a year ago, as production and revenue increased sharply, the company said Wednesday.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 21:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dundee Precious Metals gets Bulgarian approval of Chelopech expansion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080730/36835__dundee_precious_metals_gets_bulgarian_approval_of_chelopech_expansion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Dundee Precious Metals Inc. (TSX:DPM) lost $14.1 in its second quarter compared with a profit a year ago, the company said Wednesday as it announced its Chelopech mine expansion has been... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 21:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Communications to offer US$1.75 billion in debt securities</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080730/36831__rogers_communications_to_offer_us_1_75_billion_in_debt_securities_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B) said Wednesday it has signed a deal to raise US$1.73 billion in an offering of debt securities.The proceeds will be used for general corporate... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Western Forest Products reports Q2 loss of $19.3 million as sales down</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36830__western_forest_products_reports_q2_loss_of_19_3_million_as_sales_down_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DUNCAN, B.C. - Western Forest Products Inc. (TSX:WEF) lost $19.3 million in its latest quarter compared with a profit a year ago as a continuing decline in U.S. housing starts compounded by a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HudBay reports Q2 profit of $33.2 million, down from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36827__hudbay_reports_q2_profit_of_33_2_million_down_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - HudBay Minerals Inc. (TSX:HBM) reported a sharp drop in second-quarter earnings compared with a year ago due to lower zinc prices, lower copper sales and higher costs.The Winnipeg-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Acadian Timber reports Q2 loss of $8.4M compared with $17.1M loss a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080730/36826__acadian_timber_reports_q2_loss_of_8_4m_compared_with_17_1m_loss_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Acadian Timber Income Fund (TSX:ADN.UN) lost $8.4 million in the second quarter compared with a loss of $17.1 million a year ago, the company said Wednesday.The timberland trust said the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 21:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>IGM Financial reports Q2 profit of $241.1 million and increases dividend</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36821__igm_financial_reports_q2_profit_of_241_1_million_and_increases_dividend_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) reported a second-quarter profit of $241.1 million, up from $215.6 million a year ago, and increased its quarterly dividend on Wednesday.The Winnipeg-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Trican posts $14.4 million loss in the second quarter, but revenues rise</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36820__trican_posts_14_4_million_loss_in_the_second_quarter_but_revenues_rise_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Trican Well Service Ltd. (TSX:TCW), a Calgary-based international oilpatch services and equipment company, reported a $14.4 million loss for the second quarter, as improved operations in... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Glentel reports Q2 profit of $1.8 million on $60.5 million in revenue</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36818__glentel_reports_q2_profit_of_1_8_million_on_60_5_million_in_revenue_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BURNABY, B.C. - Glentel Inc. (TSX:GLN) earned a second-quarter profit of $1.8 million, up from $1.1 million a year ago, as revenue grew 25 per cent, the company said Wednesday.The Vancouver-area... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Marsulex reports Q2 profit of $6.1 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080730/36817__marsulex_reports_q2_profit_of_6_1_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Marsulex Inc. (TSX:MLX) earned a second-quarter profit of $6.1 million as revenue increased 16 per cent, the company said Wednesday.The company said the profit amounted to 18 cents per... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Sugar third quarter net profit rises to $10.3 million from $6.5 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36816__rogers_sugar_third_quarter_net_profit_rises_to_10_3_million_from_6_5_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Rogers Sugar Income Fund (TSX:RSI.UN), Canada's largest sugar producer, reported its third quarter net profits rose sharply to $10.3 million from $6.5 million as lower costs helped... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Uni-Select expands operations in the U.S. after buying Parts Depot locations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080814/36813__uni_select_expands_operations_in_the_u_s_after_buying_parts_depot_locations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BOUCHERVILLE, Que. - Auto parts distributor Uni-Select Inc. (TSX:UNS) plans to purchase the U.S. mid-Atlantic parts distribution operations of Parts Depot Inc., a move it says will increase annual... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Eldorado Gold sells Sao Bento Mine to AngloGold for US$70 million in stock</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36811__eldorado_gold_sells_sao_bento_mine_to_anglogold_for_us_70_million_in_stock_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Eldorado Gold Corp. (TSX:ELD) has signed a deal to sell its Sao Bento Mine in Brazil to AngloGold Ashanti for US$70 million in AngloGold stock.The Sao Bento mine stopped ore production... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 18:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canfor reaches settlement with Hospital Employee Union over 2004 case</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080912/36801__canfor_reaches_settlement_with_hospital_employee_union_over_2004_case_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Canfor Corp. (TSX:CFP) said Friday that it has settled a dispute with the Hospital Employee Union over claims of damages for lost production and labour costs related to picketing of its... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 18:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Provident Energy sells equity stake in BreitBurn Energy for US$305 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36785__provident_energy_sells_equity_stake_in_breitburn_energy_for_us_305_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Provident Energy Trust (TSX:PVE.UN), a Calgary-based oil and gas trust, says it will sell its remaining minority stake in U.S.-based BreitBurn Energy Company L.P for US$305 million.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 14:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Country Music Award nominees</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080730/36784__canadian_country_music_award_nominees_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Some of the major nominations for this year's Canadian Country Music Awards:FANS' CHOICE AWARD: Paul Brandt, George Canyon, Doc Walker, Emerson Drive, Jessie Farrell.SINGLE OF THE YEAR:... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 14:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Great-West Lifeco Q2 profit rises to $1.2 billion from $544 million a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36776__great_west_lifeco_q2_profit_rises_to_1_2_billion_from_544_million_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Great-West Lifeco Inc. (TSX:GWO) has more than doubled its second-quarter net earnings to $1.21 billion and increased its dividend by five per cent.The profit amounted to $1.36 per... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 13:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombers QB Ryan Dinwiddie named CFL's offensive player of the week</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080730/36761__bombers_qb_ryan_dinwiddie_named_cfl_s_offensive_player_of_the_week_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ryan Dinwiddie turned some heads in his first start of the CFL season.The Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback was named the league's offensive player of the week on Wednesday after... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Renowned B.C. bird artist and author James Fenwick Lansdowne dies at 71</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080730/36760__renowned_b_c_bird_artist_and_author_james_fenwick_lansdowne_dies_at_71_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - James Fenwick Lansdowne, one of Canada's renowned wildlife artists whose works have been exhibited around the world, has died. He was 71.His family says Lansdowne died in Victoria on... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tory finance minister lowers expectations for tax cuts, new programs this year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36748__tory_finance_minister_lowers_expectations_for_tax_cuts_new_programs_this_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LEVIS, Que. - Finance Minister Jim Flaherty is lowering expectations for Tory tax cuts or major spending initiatives in the coming year.Flaherty, speaking to reporters Wednesday morning at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Do-Not-Call list to be available to Canadians Sept. 30: CRTC</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36730__do_not_call_list_to_be_available_to_canadians_sept_30_crtc_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadians will be able to register on a "do not call" list to screen out pesky telemarketers starting Sept. 30, the CRTC is expected to announce later today.The process will allow... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clarke Inc. offering 75 cents per unit for Art in Motion Income Fund</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36721__clarke_inc_offering_75_cents_per_unit_for_art_in_motion_income_fund_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Clarke Inc. (TSX:CKI) is offering 75 cents per unit for full ownership of the Art in Motion Income Fund (TSX: AIM.UN).The Halifax-based activist holding company run by George Armoyan... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 10:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Yellow Pages Group paying US$178M for Volt Information Sciences directory assets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36712__yellow_pages_group_paying_us_178m_for_volt_information_sciences_directory_assets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Yellow Pages Group (TSX:YLO.UN) has agreed to pay US$178 million for the directory systems, services and publishing operations of Volt Information Sciences Inc.The cash transaction... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 09:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rising fuel costs boost raw materials, manufacturing prices in June</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080730/36697__rising_fuel_costs_boost_raw_materials_manufacturing_prices_in_june_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A significant increase in petroleum prices in June boosted the price index for manufactured goods by 1.3 per cent from May and 5.4 per cent from a year ago.The price index for raw... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 08:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada defeats Puerto Rico 18-7 world junior AAA championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080730/36690__canada_defeats_puerto_rico_18_7_world_junior_aaa_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Brett Lawrie of Langely, B.C., scored six RBIs as Canada routed Puerto Rico 18-7 Tuesday at the IBAF World Junior AAA Championship.Puerto Rico went up 6-1 in the first inning but the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 02:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Tuesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080730/36688__baseball_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Carlos Zambrano figured he'd have to be perfect against fellow ace Ben Sheets.The big right-hander often is when facing the Brewers. Zambrano outpitched Sheets again, and the Chicago Cubs scored... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Jul 2008 01:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mirabela Nickel increases capacity of Santa Rita project by 40 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36680__mirabela_nickel_increases_capacity_of_santa_rita_project_by_40_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PERTH, Australia - Mirabela Nickel Limited (TSX:MNB) said Tuesday that it will increase the throughput capacity of its Santa Rita project in Brazil by 40 per cent to 6.4 million tonnes per year.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Seven left after Toronto's Sebastian Pigott eliminated from Canadian Idol</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080729/36676__seven_left_after_toronto_s_sebastian_pigott_eliminated_from_canadian_idol_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A Toronto man is the latest to be eliminated from Canadian Idol.The exit of singer, actor and writer Sebastian Pigott, 25, leaves seven contestants trying to sing their way to the top.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oncolytics Biotech reports Q2 loss of $5.3M compared with $3.8M loss a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36674__oncolytics_biotech_reports_q2_loss_of_5_3m_compared_with_3_8m_loss_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Drug developer Oncolytics Biotech Inc. (TSX:ONC) said Tuesday it lost $5.3 million for the three months ended June 30 compared with a loss of $3.8 million year ago.The Calgary-based firm... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enbridge Income Fund reports Q2 profit of $4.6 million, up from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36670__enbridge_income_fund_reports_q2_profit_of_4_6_million_up_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Enbridge Income Fund (TSX:ENF.UN) earned a profit of $4.6 million, up from $3 million in the same period a year ago, as revenue increased seven per cent, the fund said Tuesday.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>ProEx Energy reports Q2 profit of $5.3 million, down from year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36668__proex_energy_reports_q2_profit_of_5_3_million_down_from_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - ProEx Energy Ltd. (TSX:PXE) earned a second-quarter profit of $5.3 million, down from a year ago, as higher revenues were offset by the realized and unrealized losses on financial... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PowerComm signs deal to acquire Precision Instrument & Supply Ltd.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36661__powercomm_signs_deal_to_acquire_precision_instrument_supply_ltd__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - PowerComm Inc. (TSX:PCG) has signed a deal to acquire Precision Instrumentation & Supply Ltd. Financial terms of the deal were not released.Precision is an industrial instrumentation... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 19:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Masters Energy reports Q2 profit of $2 million, up from $553,000 a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36655__masters_energy_reports_q2_profit_of_2_million_up_from_553_000_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Masters Energy Inc. (TSX:MSY) a second-quarter profit of $2 million, up from $553,000 a year ago, as higher prices offset lower production, the junior energy company said.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Reed races to Canadian record in 800 to wrap up Olympic preparations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080729/36654__reed_races_to_canadian_record_in_800_to_wrap_up_olympic_preparations_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTE CARLO, Monaco - Canada's Gary Reed heads into the Beijing Olympics at the top of his game after racing to a Canadian record in the 800 metres at the Monaco Grand Prix on Tuesday.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Great Lakes Hydro Income Fund reports second quarter income before non-cash items of $31.4 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36650__great_lakes_hydro_income_fund_reports_second_quarter_income_before_non_cash_items_of_31_4_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GATINEAU, Que. - Great Lakes Hydro Income Fund (TSX:GLH.UN), a power producer with operations across North America, reported sharply higher profits before non-cash items in the latest quarter on a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Human Rights Watch issues breakdown of 2007 Afghan civilian casualties</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080729/36646__human_rights_watch_issues_breakdown_of_2007_afghan_civilian_casualties_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - The Canadian Press reported July 28 that Human Rights Watch said at least 300 Afghan civilians were mistakenly killed by the coalition last year.The figure appears in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Syncrude emission reduction project costs more than double to $1.6 billion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080919/36641__syncrude_emission_reduction_project_costs_more_than_double_to_1_6_billion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Oil Sands Trust (TSX:COS.UN) said Friday that the Syncrude emission reduction project is now expected to cost about $1.6 billion, up from an earlier estimate of $772 million due... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2008 19:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tyler Christopher: Canadian Olympic medal hopeful</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080729/36636__tyler_christopher_canadian_olympic_medal_hopeful_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A quick look at Tyler Christopher, who is an Olympic medal hopeful in track and field in Beijing:Hometown: Chilliwack, B.C.Age: 24Event: 400 metresOlympic history: This is the first Olympics... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 17:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Two pianists, baritone win Canada Council for the Arts music prizes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080729/36626__two_pianists_baritone_win_canada_council_for_the_arts_music_prizes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Pianists Jean-Philippe Sylvestre and Michelle Yelin Nam and baritone Tyler Duncan have been named winners of the 2008 Canada Council for the Arts prizes for young Canadian musicians.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Guitar heroes, fashion icon and a huge Chinese restaurant among TIFF doc topics</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080729/36621__guitar_heroes_fashion_icon_and_a_huge_chinese_restaurant_among_tiff_doc_topics_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Guitar gurus Jimmy Page and Jack White, fashion icon Valentino and a massive Chinese restaurant will be among the documentary topics explored at this year's Toronto International Film... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fairfax Financial makes $75.6-million bid for rest of U.K.'s Advent Capital</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080729/36615__fairfax_financial_makes_75_6_million_bid_for_rest_of_u_k_s_advent_capital_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) has launched a C$75.6-million bid to buy the remaining stake of London's Advent Capital (Holdings) PLC it doesn't already own.The Toronto-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TVI Pacific sells drilling assets in Kyrgyzstan for US$1.2 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36609__tvi_pacific_sells_drilling_assets_in_kyrgyzstan_for_us_1_2_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - TVI Pacific Inc. (TSX:TVI), a Calgary-based mining company operating in the Philippines, says its wholly owned subsidiary, Exploration Drilling Corp., has sold its non-core drilling... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atco Q2 revenue rises 10 per cent to $761.3M; net slips to $52.2M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36606__atco_q2_revenue_rises_10_per_cent_to_761_3m_net_slips_to_52_2m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Atco Ltd. (TSX:ACO.X) has reported second-quarter earnings of $52.2 million, off from $55.3 million in the year-ago period.Revenue increased 10 per cent to $761.3 million from $691.7... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chief executive of Dorel's Cannondale bike division stepping down</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36604__chief_executive_of_dorel_s_cannondale_bike_division_stepping_down_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The head of Cannondale Bicycle is leaving the company almost six months after its acquisition by Dorel Industries's (TSX:DII.B).Matt Mannelly will be replaced in September by Jeff... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rene Angelil agrees to coach aspiring talent on popular Quebec reality show</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080729/36598__rene_angelil_agrees_to_coach_aspiring_talent_on_popular_quebec_reality_show_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Rene Angelil, the manager of pop icon Celine Dion, has agreed to coach another generation of aspiring stars for a Quebec TV reality show.Angelil, who is also Dion's husband, will advise... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Loblaw to build new western Canadian distribution centre near Regina</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36595__loblaw_to_build_new_western_canadian_distribution_centre_near_regina_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Grocery giant Loblaw (TSX:L) has announced plans for a massive distribution centre near Regina to meet growing demand from consumers in Western Canada.The company, one of Canada's largest... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 15:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians see better medal count at Beijing Games, but nothing Olympian: poll</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080729/36592__canadians_see_better_medal_count_at_beijing_games_but_nothing_olympian_poll_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canadian sports fans are cautiously optimistic about Canada's medal hopes at the Summer Olympics that begin next week in Beijing, a new poll suggests.The Canadian Press Harris-Decima... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:16:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>American Idol also-ran Jason Castro recorded track for upcoming Mexican film</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080729/36588__american_idol_also_ran_jason_castro_recorded_track_for_upcoming_mexican_film_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - "American Idol" crooner Jason Castro made good use of his time in Toronto by recording a song for an upcoming movie.The dreadlocked 21-year-old, who placed fourth on the singing show... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Inmet Mining second quarter profit falls to $67.7 million from $138.1 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080729/36578__inmet_mining_second_quarter_profit_falls_to_67_7_million_from_138_1_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Inmet Mining (TSX:IMN), a Toronto-based international metals miner, says its net profits in the second quarter were cut in half as the company was squeezed by falling revenues and lower... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Family of Windsor hockey player Mickey Renaud says he died of heart condition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080729/36570__family_of_windsor_hockey_player_mickey_renaud_says_he_died_of_heart_condition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINDSOR, Ont. - The family of a budding hockey star who died mysteriously last winter near Windsor, Ont., says he died of an underlying heart condition.Mickey Renaud, captain of the Ontario Hockey... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wescast Industries reports second quarter net loss of $2.7 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36567__wescast_industries_reports_second_quarter_net_loss_of_2_7_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRANTFORD, Ont. - Auto parts maker Wescast Industries Inc. (TSX:WCS.A) reports second-quarter net loss of $2.7 million, reversing a year-ago profit of $1.2 million. Sales fall to $87.9 million from... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SNC-Lavalin acquires Laboratoire Sol et Beton engineering firm for undisclosed price</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36554__snc_lavalin_acquires_laboratoire_sol_et_beton_engineering_firm_for_undisclosed_price_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - SNC Lavalin (TSX:SNC), one of the world's biggest engineering companies, says its subsidiary, Groupe Qualitas, has acquired Laboratoire Sol et Beton L.S.B., a Quebec City material and... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Tire sells Ottawa property to RioCan for $40 million, will lease it back</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080729/36552__canadian_tire_sells_ottawa_property_to_riocan_for_40_million_will_lease_it_back_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canadian Tire Corp. (TSX.CTC.A), Canada's largest hard goods retailer, says it has sold its Carling Avenue property in Ottawa to RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) for $40... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 14:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Epcor Power buys natural gas-fired cogeneration plant for $77 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080911/36548__epcor_power_buys_natural_gas_fired_cogeneration_plant_for_77_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Epcor Power LP (TSX:EP.UN) has agreed to buy the U.S.-based Morris Cogeneration LLC natural gas-fired cogeneration facility from Mitsubishi Corp. for US$77 million.The Edmonton-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 14:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gran Tierra Energy to acquire Solana Resources in all-stock transaction</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36532__gran_tierra_energy_to_acquire_solana_resources_in_all_stock_transaction_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (TSX:GTE) and Solana Resources Ltd. (TSXV:SOR) have struck an all-stock deal to combine the two Calgary-based companies active in South America.The deal values... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 08:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Average weekly earnings at $789.23 in June, 2.5 per cent more than a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080827/36530__average_weekly_earnings_at_789_23_in_june_2_5_per_cent_more_than_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The average weekly earnings of employees stood at $789.23 in June, up 0.1 per cent from May and 2.5 per cent more than a year ago.Over the past year, earnings among Canada's largest... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers pulls in Q2 profit of $301M as revenue grows 11 per cent to $2.8B</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080729/36527__rogers_pulls_in_q2_profit_of_301m_as_revenue_grows_11_per_cent_to_2_8b_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B) has reported second-quarter net income of $301 million, up from a year-ago loss of $56 million, as operating revenue grew 11 per cent to $2.8... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 08:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Monday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080729/36510__baseball_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ In a matchup of the NL's two top teams, Derrek Lee proved to be the deciding factor.Lee doubled with one out in the ninth to score Alfonso Soriano and the Chicago Cubs rallied to beat the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 02:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clarke increases investment in Liquidation World to 18.76 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080728/36507__clarke_increases_investment_in_liquidation_world_to_18_76_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Activist investor Clarke Inc. (TSX:CKI) has increased its stake in Liquidation World (TSX:LQW) to 18.76 per cent.Halifax-based Clarke said it bought 228,000 shares of Liquidation World... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 23:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Investor Clarke increases stake in Bonnett's Energy Services Trust</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080728/36506__investor_clarke_increases_stake_in_bonnett_s_energy_services_trust_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Clarke Inc. (TSX:CKI) has increased its stake in Bonnett's Energy Services Trust (TSX:BT.UN) to 19.62 per cent, the activist investor said Monday.Clarke said it recently acquired 287,200... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 23:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>St Andrew sells Stock Mill Complex for $20.13 million to Apollo Gold</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080728/36505__st_andrew_sells_stock_mill_complex_for_20_13_million_to_apollo_gold_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OAKVILLE, Ont. - St Andrew Goldfields Ltd. (TSX:SAS) has sold its Stock Mill complex, including its mill and related equipment, infrastructures, laboratories and tailing facilities, to Apollo Gold... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 23:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>List of Canadian firms owed by energy marketer SemGroup grows</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080728/36504__list_of_canadian_firms_owed_by_energy_marketer_semgroup_grows_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Several Canadian firms added their names to the growing list of energy producers Monday that are owed money by SemGroup LP, a U.S. energy marketer which has filed for creditor protection... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 23:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MDA wins contract from Digital Globe to upgrade WorldView system</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080728/36503__mda_wins_contract_from_digital_globe_to_upgrade_worldview_system_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ RICHMOND, B.C. - MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (TSX:MDA) said Monday it has won a multi-million dollar contract from DigitalGlobe Inc. to upgrade the company's WorldView system.Under... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 23:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Shannon and Reid knocked out of men's world junior squash championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080728/36489__shannon_and_reid_knocked_out_of_men_s_world_junior_squash_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ZURICH, Switzerland - Kelly Shannon of Calgary and Frederick Reid of Markham, Ont., were eliminated on Monday at the men's world junior squash championships.Shannon, Canada's top seeded player... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 21:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>B.C. Supreme Court approves Teck Cominco takeover of Global Copper</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080728/36482__b_c_supreme_court_approves_teck_cominco_takeover_of_global_copper_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Global Copper Corp. (TSX:GLQ) said Monday that the Supreme Court of British Columbia has approved a takeover of the company by Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B).Global Copper shareholders... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Enbridge Energy Partners increases dividend to 99 cents after strong Q2</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080728/36478__enbridge_energy_partners_increases_dividend_to_99_cents_after_strong_q2_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HOUSTON - Enbridge Energy Partners L.P. (NYSE:EEP), the U.S. affiliate of Calgary-based Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB), increased its dividend to 99 cents U.S. on Monday.The cash distribution, payable... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Investors and debenture holders to restructure Constellation Copper</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080728/36477__investors_and_debenture_holders_to_restructure_constellation_copper_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jaguar Financial Corp. (TSX:JFC) has signed a deal with Glencore International AG and holders two-thirds of the convertible debentures of Constellation Copper Corp. (TSX:CCU) to... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CBC and ABC pair up for sitcom '18 to Life' about teen newlyweds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080728/36467__cbc_and_abc_pair_up_for_sitcom_18_to_life_about_teen_newlyweds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - An upcoming sitcom slated for CBC-TV has been picked up south of the border by ABC.The show "18 to Life" will star Stacey Farber of "Degrassi: The Next Generation" and Michael Seater of... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dagnall and Williams win open water races at Age Group Nationals event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080728/36463__dagnall_and_williams_win_open_water_races_at_age_group_nationals_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Victoria's Craig Dagnall and Calgary's Nadine Williams captured the men's and women's five-kilometre open water races Monday to conclude the Age Group Nationals swimming competition.In... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sales, listings way up; values moderately up as Canada's housing market cools</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080728/36457__sales_listings_way_up_values_moderately_up_as_canada_s_housing_market_cools_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Canada's red-hot housing market cooled considerably in the first half of this year, with sales recorded by the Canadian Real Estate Association slumping by 13.1 per cent from the same... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sherritt to build Canada's first activated carbon plants in $200M deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080728/36440__sherritt_to_build_canada_s_first_activated_carbon_plants_in_200m_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Diversified miner Sherritt International Corp. (TSX:S) has signed a $200 million deal with a Dutch company to expand output of cleaner-burning coal from its Saskatchewan mines for use in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 12:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Government must help people left jobless by Ford delaying third shift: NDP</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080728/36433__government_must_help_people_left_jobless_by_ford_delaying_third_shift_ndp_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ford Canada is "playing Russian roulette" with the lives of 350 would-be employees who learned just days before they were to start work that they wouldn't have jobs after all, the NDP's... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Senators sign goalie Jeff Glass to one-year, two-way contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080728/36430__senators_sign_goalie_jeff_glass_to_one_year_two_way_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators signed goalie Jeff Glass to a one-year deal on Monday.Glass, 22, played last season with Binghamton, Ottawa's AHL affiliate. He posted a 15-20-4 record with a 2.88... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 11:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Royal Host sells Grand Okanagan resort in B.C. for $131 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080728/36425__royal_host_sells_grand_okanagan_resort_in_b_c_for_131_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Royal Host Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:RYL.UN), a Calgary-based hotel owner, says it has finalized a deal to sell the Grand Okanagan Lakefront Resort and Conference Centre in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Angiotech cutting costs further; major investment transaction in peril</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080922/36424__angiotech_cutting_costs_further_major_investment_transaction_in_peril_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Angiotech Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s (TSX:ANP) stock hit a new low Monday, falling more than 29 per cent after the drug developer said it is being forced to cut jobs and close facilities in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Newcap signs deal to acquire 12 radio stations in Ontario for just under $19 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080728/36416__newcap_signs_deal_to_acquire_12_radio_stations_in_ontario_for_just_under_19_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DARTMOUTH, N.S. - Newfoundland Capital Corp. (TSX:NCC.B) says it has struck a deal to acquire 12 FM radio stations in central and nothern Ontario for just under $19 million.The deal announced... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sunday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080728/36377__sunday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ American League:Canada's Justin Morneau may be the home-run derby champ but for one night in Cleveland he was also the RBI hero.The former AL MVP, 1-for-8 in his career against the tough... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 01:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>GM, CAW reach deal in dispute over closure of Oshawa, Ont., truck plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080727/36376__gm_caw_reach_deal_in_dispute_over_closure_of_oshawa_ont_truck_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OSHAWA, Ont. - A Canadian Auto Workers official says the union and General Motors have reached a settlement in the bitter dispute over the pending closure of the company's truck plant in Oshawa,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 27 Jul 2008 23:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Joseph returns to Regina but Roughriders still beat Argos 28-22</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080728/36373__joseph_returns_to_regina_but_roughriders_still_beat_argos_28_22_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Kerry Joseph encountered a stormy reception in his return to Regina, but not in the way he might have expected.A sudden deluge, complete with lightning and hail, engulfed Mosaic Stadium... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 01:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Stewart, Parry and Harper each win second gold medal at junior championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080727/36370__stewart_parry_and_harper_each_win_second_gold_medal_at_junior_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ABBOTSFORD, B.C. - Taylor Stewart and Jessica Parry, both of London, Ont., and Daniel Harper of Brampton, Ont., each tallied their second individual gold medal on the final day of the Canadian... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 27 Jul 2008 21:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Three Canadians finish on the podium at World Cup mountain bike race</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080727/36364__three_canadians_finish_on_the_podium_at_world_cup_mountain_bike_race_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONT-STE-ANNE, Quebec - Canada's Olympic mountain bike team had its best day in World Cup competition on Sunday, with a one-two finish in the women's event and a silver medal in the men's race.In... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 27 Jul 2008 23:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian men's coxed pair take gold at world championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080727/36353__canadian_men_s_coxed_pair_take_gold_at_world_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LINZ/OTTENSHEIM, Austria - The Canadian men's coxed pair boat won gold on the final day of the senior world rowing championships Sunday.The Canadian boat, which includes Gabe Bergen of 100 Mile... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 27 Jul 2008 16:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saturday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080727/36299__saturday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ It's probably too soon to call David Purcey the saviour of the Blue Jays, but his first big-league win is certainly a relief to the depleted Toronto starting rotation.Backed by a pair of Alex Rios... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 27 Jul 2008 02:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Grant and Halstead win 100-metre sprints at junior track championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080727/36288__grant_and_halstead_win_100_metre_sprints_at_junior_track_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ABBOTSFORD, B.C. - Chantal Grant of Winnipeg and Tyrone Halstead of Mississauga, Ont., were the 100-metre sprint winners at the Canadian junior track and field championships on Saturday.In the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 27 Jul 2008 00:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Marathon swimmer touches shore in P.E.I. after finishing gruelling double-crossing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080726/36287__marathon_swimmer_touches_shore_in_p_e_i_after_finishing_gruelling_double_crossing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BORDEN-CARLETON, P.E.I. - After just under 15 hours of swimming in 19-degree water, a Nova Scotia woman completed a marathon swim Saturday that took her from Prince Edward Island to New Brunswick... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 21:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian water skiers sparkle with five medals at World Cup event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080726/36286__canadian_water_skiers_sparkle_with_five_medals_at_world_cup_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ DUBNA, Russia - World champions Jaret Llewellyn of Innisfail, Alta., and Whitney McClintock of Cambridge, Ont., won two medals apiece including a gold each on Saturday to highlight a five-medal... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 20:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians beat Trinidad & Tobago in straight sets, will play for fifth</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080726/36285__canadians_beat_trinidad_tobago_in_straight_sets_will_play_for_fifth_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SALTILLO, Mexico - Canada defeated Trinidad & Tobago 3-0 Saturday at the NORCECA junior women's volleyball championship Saturday and will now place for fifth place.Set scores were 25-16, 26-13,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 20:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Northern Kraze rallies in final furlong to capture Wonder Where Stakes event</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080726/36284__northern_kraze_rallies_in_final_furlong_to_capture_wonder_where_stakes_event_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Northern Kraze rallied gamely in the final furlong to capture the C$250,000 Wonder Where Stakes at Woodbine Racetrack on Saturday.The 1  1/4-mile turf event is the third jewel of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 18:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Friday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080726/36241__baseball_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Mike Pelfrey looks nearly unbeatable right now, and so do the New York Mets.Pelfrey won his seventh consecutive decision and Carlos Delgado homered again, sending the NL East leaders to a 7-2... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 02:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>McCallum kicks field goal with eight seconds left as Lions beat Als 36-34</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080726/36240__mccallum_kicks_field_goal_with_eight_seconds_left_as_lions_beat_als_36_34_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Paul McCallum was money for the B.C. Lions with five field goals but Ian Smart provided the momentum change against the Montreal Alouettes with an electrifying kickoff return.McCallum... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 26 Jul 2008 02:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians make two medal races at World Rowing Championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080725/36237__canadians_make_two_medal_races_at_world_rowing_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian men's coxed pair and lightweight women's single qualified for the finals at the World Rowing Championships in Linz/Ottensheim, Austria on Friday.Gabe Bergen of 100 Mile... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 23:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Prefontaine boots four field goals to lead Eskimos over Tiger-Cats 19-13</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080725/36228__prefontaine_boots_four_field_goals_to_lead_eskimos_over_tiger_cats_19_13_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HAMILTON - The Edmonton Eskimos defeated the Hamilton Tiger-Cats 19-13 on hostile turf Friday night, and pulled their record to 3-2.But the first thing on everybody's mind after the game was the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 23:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Global Copper says shareholders vote 99.9 per cent in favour of Teck deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080725/36223__global_copper_says_shareholders_vote_99_9_per_cent_in_favour_of_teck_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Global Copper Corp. (TSX:GLQ) shareholders have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a takeover of the company by Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B), the company said Friday.Global Copper said... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 21:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Consumers' Waterheater Income Fund reports Q2 loss of $1.4 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080725/36209__consumers_waterheater_income_fund_reports_q2_loss_of_1_4_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Consumers' Waterheater Income Fund (TSX:CWI.UN) reported a second-quarter loss of $1.4 million on Friday, down from a loss of $23.1 million a year ago.The fund said the loss amounted to... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 18:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Harry Winston says Q2 Diavik diamond production lower than last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080725/36208__harry_winston_says_q2_diavik_diamond_production_lower_than_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Harry Winston Diamond Corp. (TSX:HW) says 2.5 million carats of diamonds were recovered from the Diavik diamond mine during the second quarter, 23 per cent less than a year ago.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 17:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>AltaGas shuts down Harmattan Complex after fire in heater</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080725/36203__altagas_shuts_down_harmattan_complex_after_fire_in_heater_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - AltaGas Income Trust (TSX:ALA.UN) said Friday its Harmattan Complex was shut down after a fire in a natural gas-fired oil heater late Thursday night.The fund said no injuries or... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 17:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Employees at Harmac mill in B.C. get another week to make bid for operation</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080725/36184__employees_at_harmac_mill_in_b_c_get_another_week_to_make_bid_for_operation_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - An employee group at the Harmac pulp mill in Nanaimo, B.C., has been given until next week to make a new bid for the operation.A judge is giving the group until Wednesday to arrange a... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Former Alouettes defensive back Etienne released by New York Jets.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080725/36177__former_alouettes_defensive_back_etienne_released_by_new_york_jets__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Montreal Alouettes could have safety Etienne Boulay back in the lineup soon.Boulay has been released by the NFL's New York Jets, where he was attempting to make the team as a cornerback. He... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of July 14-20</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080725/36167__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_july_14_20_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of July 14-20: 1 "So You Think You Can Dance" (CTV, Wednesday) - 1,410,000 2 "Canadian Idol" (CTV,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 12:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Gas industry tech provider Galvanic Applied Sciences loses nearly $1.8 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080725/36152__gas_industry_tech_provider_galvanic_applied_sciences_loses_nearly_1_8_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Galvanic Applied Sciences Inc. (TSXV:GAV), a Calgary-based maker of sulphur analyzers and other monitoring equipment for the natural gas processing, distribution and liquids process... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 10:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>International Road Dynamics announces $1M Indian highway contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080725/36151__international_road_dynamics_announces_1m_indian_highway_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - International Road Dynamics Inc. (TSX:IRD) has won a $1-million contract for an electronic toll system, two truck weigh scales and a highway traffic management system in southern India.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 10:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Silver Recycling Co. to buy silver scrap refining company in U.S. for US$9M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080725/36146__silver_recycling_co_to_buy_silver_scrap_refining_company_in_u_s_for_us_9m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - The Silver Recycling Company Inc. (TSXV:TSR) has agreed to buy a silver scrap refining company in the United States for US$9 million plus adjustments.Silver Recycling said Friday it... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bri-Chem to acquire Weifang Steel Canada in $11.2-million deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080725/36138__bri_chem_to_acquire_weifang_steel_canada_in_11_2_million_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Bri-Chem Corp. (TSXV:BRY) has announced an $11.2-million deal to take over Weifang Steel Canada Ltd., a privately held distributor of pipe and other steel products in Western Canada and... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 08:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Com Dev reports $27 million increase in value of civil space contract</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080729/36135__com_dev_reports_27_million_increase_in_value_of_civil_space_contract_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAMBRIDGE, Ont. - Com Dev International Ltd. (TSX:CDV), a manufacturer of space hardware subsystems, says contract modifications to an existing civil space program will provide the company with... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Sean Cullen still laughing on reality show Last Comic Standing'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/losangeles/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080725/36121__canada_s_sean_cullen_still_laughing_on_reality_show_last_comic_standing__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LOS ANGELES - Canadian comic Sean Cullen will have to wait until next week to find out if he'll be hanging on for another round of laughs on the reality TV show "Last Comic Standing."The show's... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 02:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080724/36119__baseball_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ From Roy Halladay to Gregg Zaun, the Toronto Blue Jays got contributions throughout the roster and reached the elusive .500 plateau with a pair of wins over lowly Baltimore.Halladay scattered... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Benched to start all-star game, local boy Brennan still riles up fans</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080724/36116__benched_to_start_all_star_game_local_boy_brennan_still_riles_up_fans_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Jim Brennan will go down as the most popular bench-warmer in Major League Soccer all-star game history.With the lone player from Toronto FC selected to play in the mid-season showcase at... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 23:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Husky increases quarterly dividend to 50 cents a share, expects record year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080724/36091__husky_increases_quarterly_dividend_to_50_cents_a_share_expects_record_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Husky Energy Inc. (TSX:HSE) is expecting another record year after posting a big jump in quarterly profits and increasing its quarterly dividend by 25 per cent."The second quarter of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 18:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Intelligence' being shopped to U.S. cable networks after Fox turns it down</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/losangeles/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080724/36078___intelligence_being_shopped_to_u_s_cable_networks_after_fox_turns_it_down_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LOS ANGELES - Executive producer John Wells confirms that Fox has turned down "Intelligence," the CBC drama he was redeveloping as an American series with creator Chris Haddock ("Da Vinci's... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Loring Ward deems US$18 per share offer by Werba Reinhard 'superior proposal'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/finance/business/20080724/36076__loring_ward_deems_us_18_per_share_offer_by_werba_reinhard_superior_proposal__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - The board of Loring Ward International Ltd. (TSX:LW) has given a US$18 a share offer by Werba Reinhard Inc. a "superior proposal" stamp under the conditions set out by an earlier bid by... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:53:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sanchez-Vicario's Rogers Cup honour postponed due to illness</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080724/36070__sanchez_vicario_s_rogers_cup_honour_postponed_due_to_illness_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Arantxa Sanchez-Vicario will have to wait two years to resume her love affair with Montreal tennis fans.A severe case of gastroenteritis has forced the two-time champion from Spain to... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ginch Gonch Fashion is acquired By Montreal's New Equity Capital</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080724/36066__ginch_gonch_fashion_is_acquired_by_montreal_s_new_equity_capital_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - New Equity Capital, the Montreal investment company founded by Le Chateau Inc. (TSX:CTU.A) founder and former CEO Herschel Segal, and business partner Josh Ronn, says it has acquired... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Calendar of Canadian concerts for July 25 to Aug. 24</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080724/36065__calendar_of_canadian_concerts_for_july_25_to_aug_24_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ A look at some concerts scheduled in the days ahead (check local organizers for details):NEW BRUNSWICKJuly 26 - Trooper, Bathurst, Hospitality Days.July 27 - Trooper, Moncton, Rockin' Rodeo.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Winpak Q2 earnings bulk up 38 per cent to $7.2M as sales rise to $127.6M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080724/36064__winpak_q2_earnings_bulk_up_38_per_cent_to_7_2m_as_sales_rise_to_127_6m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Winpak Ltd. (TSX:WPK) has wrapped up a 38 per cent increase in second-quarter profit as sales grew 11.4 per cent from a year earlier.The Winnipeg-based maker of packaging material and... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vital Resources signs bauxite deal in western Cameroon Africa</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080724/36063__vital_resources_signs_bauxite_deal_in_western_cameroon_africa_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Vital Resources Corp. (CNQ:VITL), a Calgary-based resource development company, says it has negotiated a memorandum of understanding with Camus Resources SA. to give Vital 100 per cent... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:11:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Globalive to acquire Telehop for $10.7 million; stock rises 25 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080724/36049__globalive_to_acquire_telehop_for_10_7_million_stock_rises_25_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Globalive Communications Corp. plans to acquire cut-price phone services operator Telehop Communications Inc.(TSXV:HOP) in a $10.7-million friendly cash deal.Telehop said Thursday it had... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD economist Drummond named to federal-provincial labour advisory panel</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080724/36040__td_economist_drummond_named_to_federal_provincial_labour_advisory_panel_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - TD Bank chief economist Don Drummond will chair an advisory panel on labour market information that will report to federal and provincial governments.Federal Human Resources Minister... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hammond second quarter profits fall to $104,000 from $432,999 but revenues rise</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080724/36039__hammond_second_quarter_profits_fall_to_104_000_from_432_999_but_revenues_rise_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GUELPH, Ont. - Hammond Manufacturing Company Ltd. (TSX:HMM.A), a maker of electrical products, says its second quarter profits fell to $104,000 or one cent a share from $432,000 or four cents last... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Functional Technologies buys P.E.I.-based product development facility</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080724/36032__functional_technologies_buys_p_e_i_based_product_development_facility_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Functional Technologies Corp. (TSXV:FEB) has purchased a new plant in Montague, P.E.I., for an undisclosed amount.The company said the 3,240 square metre facility will be used to test... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Viterra debt upgraded to investment grade by DBRS: 'exceeded expectations</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080724/36031__viterra_debt_upgraded_to_investment_grade_by_dbrs_exceeded_expectations__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - DBRS has upgraded the credit rating of Viterra Inc. (TSX:VT) to investment grade, giving the grain distributor's senior notes and bank debt a ranking of BBB (low), up from BB (high).The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;Breakout&quot; by Miley Cyrus tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080724/36028__hmv_canada_quot_breakout_quot_by_miley_cyrus_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending July 24.CDs1 Breakout - Miley Cyrus2 Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends - Coldplay3 "Mamma... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 12:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Brighter Minds Media turns Q2 profit of US$44,000 as revenues rise</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080724/36024__brighter_minds_media_turns_q2_profit_of_us_44_000_as_revenues_rise_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Educational entertainment company Brighter Minds Media Inc. (TSXV:BRI) says it logged a second quarter net profit of US$44,000 on higher revenues.The results for the three-month period... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 11:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Nova Chemicals net profit in second quarter falls to US$18 million from $80 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080724/36012__nova_chemicals_net_profit_in_second_quarter_falls_to_us_18_million_from_80_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ PITTSBURGH, Pa. - Nova Chemicals Corp. (TSX:NCX), a Canadian-American plastics and petrochemicals producer, reported higher revenues but a 78 per cent drop in second quarter profits as the company... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 11:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Number receiving EI benefits hit lowest level since 2000 last year</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080724/35982__number_receiving_ei_benefits_hit_lowest_level_since_2000_last_year_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - The number of Canadians who received regular Employment Insurance benefits in 2007 hit its lowest level since 2000.Statistics Canada says about 452,000 Canadians received regular EI... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ottawa should resist balancing budget at all costs, accounting group says</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080724/35972__ottawa_should_resist_balancing_budget_at_all_costs_accounting_group_says_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Ottawa should resist balancing the federal budget at all costs, a new report by the Certified General Accountants Association of Canada suggests.The group said in a report to be released... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 08:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Total boosts offer for oilsands operator Synenco to $10.25 per share</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080724/35971__total_boosts_offer_for_oilsands_operator_synenco_to_10_25_per_share_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - French energy giant Total SA has increased its bid for oilsands operator Synenco Energy Inc. (TSX:SYN) to $10.25 cash per share, an offer that values the company at about $530.5 million.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 09:18:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PotashCorp Q2 profit triples to $905.1M on higher prices and strong sales</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080724/35966__potashcorp_q2_profit_triples_to_905_1m_on_higher_prices_and_strong_sales_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT) more than tripled its second-quarter earnings and raised its full-year profit guidance Thursday amid strong demand and pricing in a global... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Wednesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080724/35959__baseball_roundup_wednesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Detroit Tigers were nearly perfect, from the pitching of Armando Galarraga right down to the torrid offence.Galarraga carried a perfect game into the seventh inning, Miguel Cabrera drove in... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 01:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Dominicans overpower Canada at junior volleyball tournament</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080723/35953__dominicans_overpower_canada_at_junior_volleyball_tournament_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SALTILLO, Mexico - The Dominican Republic defeated Canada 3-1 Wednesday at the NORCECA junior women's volleyball championship.Set scores were 27-29, 25-16, 25-15, 25-17. Canada fell to 1-1 in the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 23:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petro-Canada increases quarterly dividend by 54 per cent to 20 cents per share</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080723/35946__petro_canada_increases_quarterly_dividend_by_54_per_cent_to_20_cents_per_share_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Petro-Canada (TSX:PCA) increased its quarterly dividend on Wednesday from 13 cents to 20 cents per share.The increased dividend will be payable on Oct. 1 to shareholders of record at the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 22:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ainsworth Lumber reports Q2 loss of $34.2M compared with profit a year ago</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080723/35942__ainsworth_lumber_reports_q2_loss_of_34_2m_compared_with_profit_a_year_ago_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Ainsworth Lumber Co. Ltd. (TSX:ANS), which is undergoing a restructuring, said Wednesday it lost $34.2 million in its most recent quarter compared with a profit a year ago as revenue... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fording sets Sept. 30 for meeting to vote on Teck takeover offer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080820/35941__fording_sets_sept_30_for_meeting_to_vote_on_teck_takeover_offer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Fording Canadian Coal Trust (TSX:FDG.UN) said Wednesday it will hold a meeting on Sept. 30 in Calgary to vote on a takeover offer from Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B).The trust said only... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 21:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario urges Ottawa to support Toronto bid for 2015 Pan Am Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080723/35939__ontario_urges_ottawa_to_support_toronto_bid_for_2015_pan_am_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Time is running out for the federal government to indicate whether it supports Ontario's bid for Toronto to host the 2015 Pan Am Games, Premier Dalton McGuinty said Wednesday.The formal... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Husky Energy's Q2 earnings jump 89 per cent to $1.36 billion</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080723/35929__husky_energy_s_q2_earnings_jump_89_per_cent_to_1_36_billion_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Husky Energy Inc.'s (TSX:HSE) second-quarter earnings rose 89 per cent to $1.36 billion on higher sales and strong commodity prices.The Calgary-based energy company said its earnings... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 18:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lingo Media showcases subsidiary Speak2Me on Chinese TV competition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080723/35926__lingo_media_showcases_subsidiary_speak2me_on_chinese_tv_competition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A Canadian-owned company is about to take centre stage in China as part of a high-profile "American Idol"-inspired television show searching for the best English-speaking Chinese... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 18:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ontario urges Ottawa to support Toronto bid for 2015 Pan Am Games</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080723/35917__ontario_urges_ottawa_to_support_toronto_bid_for_2015_pan_am_games_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Time is running out for the federal government to indicate whether it supports Ontario's bid for Toronto to host the 2015 Pan Am Games, Premier Dalton McGuinty said Wednesday.The formal... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 18:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian companies rank lowest in global study of forestry/paper profits</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080723/35916__canadian_companies_rank_lowest_in_global_study_of_forestry_paper_profits_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Canadian forest and paper producers had the lowest returns in 2007 compared to their worldwide peers, reflecting the sector's current "financial crisis," a new report shows.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 17:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jean-Claude Van Damme film included in TIFF midnight madness lineup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080723/35911__jean_claude_van_damme_film_included_in_tiff_midnight_madness_lineup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Action star Jean-Claude Van Damme's latest film "JCVD" will be screened at the Toronto International Film Festival, organizers announced Wednesday.Van Damme plays himself in a story... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 17:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alliance Grain Traders to Acquire Tradewind Commodities</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080723/35907__alliance_grain_traders_to_acquire_tradewind_commodities_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Alliance Grain Traders Income Fund (TSXV:AGT.UN) has agreed to buy Saskatchewan-based crops processor Tradewind Commodities Ltd. for an undisclosed amount.Alliance said Wednesday that... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 15:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Writers' Trust Awards increase prize money for fall awards</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080723/35891__writers_trust_awards_increase_prize_money_for_fall_awards_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Writers' Trust Awards just got richer.The awards are already among the richest fiction and non-fiction prizes in Canada, with past winners including Alice Munro, Rudy Wiebe and... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Helen Gardiner, co-founder of Toronto's Gardiner Museum, dead at age 70</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080723/35889__helen_gardiner_co_founder_of_toronto_s_gardiner_museum_dead_at_age_70_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Helen Gardiner, philanthropist and co-founder of the Gardiner Museum, died Tuesday at age 70 after a short battle with cancer.Gardiner was born in Kirkland Lake, Ont., and attended York... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 13:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pengrowth Energy Trust to acquire Accrete Energy in $120 million deal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080723/35876__pengrowth_energy_trust_to_acquire_accrete_energy_in_120_million_deal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Pengrowth Energy Trust (TSX:PGF.UN) has struck a deal to acquire Accrete Energy Inc. (TSX:GZ) for about $120 million in units and assumed liabilities.The deal between the two Calgary... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada advances two more crews at world rowing championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080723/35869__canada_advances_two_more_crews_at_world_rowing_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LINZ/OTTENSHEIM, Austria - Two Canadian crews advanced after their repechage races Wednesday at the World Rowing Championships.Poland won the race in 5:53.94, but Canada's lightweight men's eight... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 11:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Birch Mountain pursues sale of company, which defaults on loan agreements</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080723/35863__birch_mountain_pursues_sale_of_company_which_defaults_on_loan_agreements_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Birch Mountain Resources Ltd. (TSX:BMD), a Calgary-based quarry developer and limestone and sand and gravel producer, says it is seeking an immediate sale of the company, which has... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Crescent Point says it has $30 million of financial exposure to bankrupt U.S. firm</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080723/35862__crescent_point_says_it_has_30_million_of_financial_exposure_to_bankrupt_u_s_firm_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Crescent Point Energy Trust (TSX:CPG.UN), a Calgary-based oil and natural gas trust, says it has a potential exposure of $30 million to SemCanada Crude Co., a Canadian subsidiary of... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vitran revenue rises to US$196M despite shaky economy; profit slips to $4.6M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080723/35859__vitran_revenue_rises_to_us_196m_despite_shaky_economy_profit_slips_to_4_6m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Trucking and logistics company Vitran Corp. (TSX:VTN) hauled in its best-ever revenue in the second quarter with a top line of US$196 million, but earnings slipped to $4.6 million... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xantrex announces negotiations to sell the company; stock up 20 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080723/35851__xantrex_announces_negotiations_to_sell_the_company_stock_up_20_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Xantrex Technology Inc. (TSX:XTX) shares soared more than 20 per cent in early trading after the company announced that it was in exclusive negotiations to sell itself.Its stock... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 10:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atlantic Power paying US$134.5M for 155-megawatt Florida plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20081001/35846__atlantic_power_paying_us_134_5m_for_155_megawatt_florida_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BOSTON - Atlantic Power Corp. (TSX:ATP.UN), a U.S. company which trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange, said Tuesday it is paying US$134.5 million for Auburndale Power Partners, which owns a... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2008 10:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>EU proposes seal products ban, taking aim at Canadian seal hunt</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080723/35822__eu_proposes_seal_products_ban_taking_aim_at_canadian_seal_hunt_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRUSSELS, Belgium - The European Union has proposed banning the import of products derived from seals it deems are killed inhumanely, a move that could deal a blow to Canada's centuries-old... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zarlink Semiconductor quarterly profit US$1.1M; sales almost double to $60.5M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080723/35819__zarlink_semiconductor_quarterly_profit_us_1_1m_sales_almost_double_to_60_5m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Zarlink Semiconductor Inc. (TSX:ZL) has booked April-June earnings of US$1.1 million as revenue nearly doubled from a year earlier to US$60.5 million.Zarlink management - facing a proxy... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 08:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Tuesday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080723/35810__baseball_roundup_tuesday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ When Jimmy Rollins saw New York reliever Duaner Sanchez come out to pitch the ninth inning instead of starter Johan Santana or closer Billy Wagner, he went straight to the batting tee to stay... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Jul 2008 02:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>One of only two females among remaining nine Canadian Idol hopefuls eliminated</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080722/35803__one_of_only_two_females_among_remaining_nine_canadian_idol_hopefuls_eliminated_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - There's one lone female remaining among the final eight contestants on Canadian Idol.Tuesday night's results show saw Katherine St-Laurent eliminated from the competition.The CTV... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Montreal Impact draw Toronto FC 1-1, move on to Champions League</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080722/35800__montreal_impact_draw_toronto_fc_1_1_move_on_to_champions_league_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The next time Montreal Impact executives sit down with Major League Soccer officials to discuss the possibility of entering North America's top league, they should bring the Nutrilite... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 22:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian flag-bearer for Beijing Games to be introduced Wednesday</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080722/35789__canadian_flag_bearer_for_beijing_games_to_be_introduced_wednesday_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - The Canadian Olympic Committee will introduce Canada's flag-bearer for the Beijing Games on Wednesday in Montreal.There are several candidates for the honour, including equestrian Ian... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alta regulators say Suncor's Firebag can partly proceed after reducing emissions</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080722/35782__alta_regulators_say_suncor_s_firebag_can_partly_proceed_after_reducing_emissions_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Alberta regulators say Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) can partly proceed with its Firebag oilsands project now that it has reduced hydrogen sulphide emissions.Last September Alberta Environment... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Postponed match delays Canadian MLS all-stars De Rosario and Onstad</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/sports/athletes/20080722/35779__postponed_match_delays_canadian_mls_all_stars_de_rosario_and_onstad_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The postponement of Tuesday's night's makeup game between the Houston Dynamo and D.C. United means Canadians Dwayne De Rosario and Pat Onstad will have little rest before Thursday's MLS... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Police release tape of 911 call from friend of Nancy Cooper reporter her missing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080722/35768__police_release_tape_of_911_call_from_friend_of_nancy_cooper_reporter_her_missing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CARY, North Carolina - The recording of the 9-1-1 call from a friend reporting Nancy Cooper missing has been released by police in North Carolina.Jessica Adam is heard telling a told a dispatcher... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 17:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Trading of Zarlink Semiconductor shares to be suspended from the NYSE</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080722/35766__trading_of_zarlink_semiconductor_shares_to_be_suspended_from_the_nyse_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Zarlink Semiconductor Inc. (TSX:ZL), which is in a fight with a group of dissident shareholders, said Tuesday that its shares will be suspended from trading on the New York Stock Exchange... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAW to elect new president, who will replace Buzz Hargrove, Sept. 6</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080722/35763__caw_to_elect_new_president_who_will_replace_buzz_hargrove_sept_6_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian Auto Workers union will elect its new national president on Sept. 6 to replace retiring union head Buzz Hargrove.The new president will take over immediately following a... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 17:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>'Corner Gas' films its 100th episode as part of sixth and final season</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080722/35759___corner_gas_films_its_100th_episode_as_part_of_sixth_and_final_season_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - The beloved Canadian sitcom "Corner Gas" is celebrating a milestone this week.CTV says show creator and star Brent Butt and the rest of the crew will film their 100th episode Wednesday at... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:36:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OSC seeks leave to appeal decision limiting ability to discipline brokers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080722/35750__osc_seeks_leave_to_appeal_decision_limiting_ability_to_discipline_brokers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Ontario Securities Commission will seek leave to appeal a court ruling that the regulator overseeing brokerages doesn't have the authority to discipline former members.Regulators... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian cop drama 'Flashpoint' moving from Friday to Thursday night time slot</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080722/35744__canadian_cop_drama_flashpoint_moving_from_friday_to_thursday_night_time_slot_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - After netting top ratings in its first two weeks on both sides of the border, the syndicated Canadian police drama "Flashpoint" has earned a better time slot on CTV and CBS.Both networks... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 14:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Atacama Minerals plans $80M financing; stock falls 7.5 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080722/35737__atacama_minerals_plans_80m_financing_stock_falls_7_5_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Atacama Minerals Corp. (TSXV:AAM) stock fell Tuesday after the company said it was planning an $80 million private placement financing that will see the miner flood the market with new... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Northern Gold Mining reports high-grade grab samples at Kirana in north Ontario</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080722/35733__northern_gold_mining_reports_high_grade_grab_samples_at_kirana_in_north_ontario_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Northern Gold Mining Inc. (TSXV:NGM) has reported high-grade samples from a "promising previously unknown zone" at its Kirana project in the Kirkland Lake, Ont., area.Northern Gold's... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oro Gold says it has found potential new drilling area at Trinidad property</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080722/35729__oro_gold_says_it_has_found_potential_new_drilling_area_at_trinidad_property_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Oro Gold Resources Ltd. (TSXV:OGR) said Tuesday it had made a new surface discovery at its Trinidad property in Mexico.The Vancouver-based miner said its new discovery covers an area... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Kirkland Lake Gold narrows annual loss to $3.3M, revenues rise to $41.4M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080722/35727__kirkland_lake_gold_narrows_annual_loss_to_3_3m_revenues_rise_to_41_4m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KIRKLAND LAKE, Ont. - Kirkland Lake Gold Inc. (TSX:KGI) reported Tuesday an annual loss of $3.3 million, down from $8.4 million a year before, as revenues rose to $41.4 million.The loss amounted... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>A&W Revenue Royalties Income Fund reports a second-quarter profit of $2.5M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080722/35722__a_w_revenue_royalties_income_fund_reports_a_second_quarter_profit_of_2_5m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Restaurant operator A&W Revenue Royalties Income Fund reported a second-quarter profit of $2.5 million, up from $2.3 million last year on strong same-store sales growth.The operator of... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Syscan to consolidate its stock 30 to one as part of financial restructuring</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080722/35721__syscan_to_consolidate_its_stock_30_to_one_as_part_of_financial_restructuring_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Syscan International Inc. (TSXV:SYA), a Montreal company that makes real-time tracking and tracing systems using Radio Frequency Identification technology, says it will seek shareholder... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 12:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Toromont Q2 earnings slip to $37.8M; revenue up 15 per cent at $536.5M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080722/35716__toromont_q2_earnings_slip_to_37_8m_revenue_up_15_per_cent_at_536_5m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Toromont Industries Ltd. (TSX:TIH) has reported second-quarter earnings of $37.8 million, down slightly from $38.1 million last year as lower gains on investments offset strong operating... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Maple Leaf Foods begins process to sell pork processing business</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080722/35715__maple_leaf_foods_begins_process_to_sell_pork_processing_business_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) has begun the formal process to sell its Ontario pork processing business, part of a restructuring as the food producer combats hog prices that have not kept... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Isotechnika stock down by half after Roche abandons voclosporin transplant drug</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080722/35713__isotechnika_stock_down_by_half_after_roche_abandons_voclosporin_transplant_drug_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Isotechnika Inc. shares (TSX:ISA) fell by more than half to a new low Tuesday after global drugmaker Roche surrendered its right to the Edmonton company's voclosporin organ-transplant... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 11:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>RosCan terminates deal with Greenteck to acquire stake in Prognoz silver project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080722/35708__roscan_terminates_deal_with_greenteck_to_acquire_stake_in_prognoz_silver_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Roscan Minerals Corp. (TSXV:ROS), a junior Toronto mineral developer, says it has agreed to terminate its agreement with Greenteck Enterprises Ltd. to acquire Greenteck's 50 per cent... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scott's REIT acquires new Tim Hortons-anchored mall in Quebec for $6 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080722/35704__scott_s_reit_acquires_new_tim_hortons_anchored_mall_in_quebec_for_6_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Scott's Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:SRQ.UN), a Toronto-based property owner, says it has completed the acquisition of an income-producing retail property in Levis, Que. for $6... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 10:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Pan American Silver costs above estimate but profit rises in second quarter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080813/35703__pan_american_silver_costs_above_estimate_but_profit_rises_in_second_quarter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Pan American Silver Corp. (TSX:PAA) has raised its per-ounce cash costs for 2008 by nearly 20 per cent, the company announced Wednesday along with its latest financial report, which... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 09:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cineplex signs deal to install 175 3-D systems across Canada by end of 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080722/35679__cineplex_signs_deal_to_install_175_3_d_systems_across_canada_by_end_of_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cineplex Entertainment (TSX:CGX.UN) has signed an agreement to have at least 175 3-D systems in movie theatres across the country by December 2009.The agreement announced Tuesday with... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 09:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Retail sales record seventh increase in eight months in May</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080722/35674__retail_sales_record_seventh_increase_in_eight_months_in_may_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Retail sales rose 0.4 per cent in May to $35.8 billion, the seventh increase in eight months.The advance was primarily attributable to increased sales at gasoline stations, largely owing... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cineplex signs deal to install 175 3-D systems across Canada by end of 2009</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080722/35673__cineplex_signs_deal_to_install_175_3_d_systems_across_canada_by_end_of_2009_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cineplex Entertainment (TSX:CGX.UN) has signed an agreement to have at least 175 3-D systems in movie theatres across the country by December 2009.The agreement announced Tuesday with... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Westport Innovations prepares to list on Nasdaq, consolidates stock</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080722/35660__westport_innovations_prepares_to_list_on_nasdaq_consolidates_stock_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Low-emission engine technology maker Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT) is preparing for a listing of its shares on the Nasdaq, filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Pacific gets U.S. regulator's approval for $1.5-billion acquisition</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080930/35659__canadian_pacific_gets_u_s_regulator_s_approval_for_1_5_billion_acquisition_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd. (TSX:CP) has received U.S. regulatory approval for its US$1.48-billion acquisition of Dakota, Minnesota & Eastern Railroad.The approval by the U.S. Surface... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2008 13:56:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Monday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080722/35654__baseball_roundup_monday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Detroit Tigers' hyped offence may be hit and miss but for the third time this season they scored 19 runs in a game, something no team has done in 58 years.Miguel Cabrera matched his career... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 01:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Guy Maddin's 'docu-fantasia' 'My Winnipeg' inspires British contest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/london/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080721/35631__guy_maddin_s_docu_fantasia_my_winnipeg_inspires_british_contest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LONDON - Guy Maddin's bizarre yet affectionate tribute to the city of Winnipeg has inspired a film competition in Britain.The idiosyncratic director behind "My Winnipeg" is inviting novice and... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 16:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>No economic hydrocarbons in Newfoundland well: Canadian Imperial Venture</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080721/35614__no_economic_hydrocarbons_in_newfoundland_well_canadian_imperial_venture_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. JOHN'S, N.L. - Canadian Imperial Venture Corp. (TSXV:CQV) has disclosed that a preliminary review of the final section of a well off the Port au Port Peninsula in western Newfoundland "did not... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Saskatchewan govt joins Pacific Northwest Economic Region</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080721/35594__saskatchewan_govt_joins_pacific_northwest_economic_region_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - Saskatchewan has joined an international group dedicated to improving business and trade.Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Bill Boyd says the province is now a member of the Pacific... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Biovail buys U.S.-based Prestwick Pharmaceuticals Inc. for US$100 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080917/35582__biovail_buys_u_s_based_prestwick_pharmaceuticals_inc_for_us_100_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Biovail Corp. (TSX:BVF) has bought privately held U.S. drug company Prestwick Pharmaceuticals Inc. for US$100 million, the drug maker said Tuesday.Prestwick holds Canadian and U.S.... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CGI sells one of its Canadian business processing units</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080721/35572__cgi_sells_one_of_its_canadian_business_processing_units_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Business information technology firm CGI Group Inc. (TSX:GIB.A) has sold one of its Canadian business processing units to a private buyer for an undisclosed amount.The unit being sold... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Armtec acquires Burnco's concrete products unit for $50 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080721/35570__armtec_acquires_burnco_s_concrete_products_unit_for_50_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GUELPH, Ont. - Armtec Infrastructure Income Fund (TSX:ARF.UN), a southwestern Ontario-based maker of sewers, pipes and bridge components, says it has struck a deal to acquire Alberta-focused Burnco... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Migenix Q4 loss little changed at $3.2 million, full-year loss trimmed</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080721/35569__migenix_q4_loss_little_changed_at_3_2_million_full_year_loss_trimmed_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Migenix Inc. (TSX:MGI) reported a fourth-quarter loss little changed from the prior year at $3.2 million, as the drug developer reduced its full-year loss on a decrease in writedown in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:42:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Lorus Therapeutics trims annual loss after reorganization, recapitalization</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080721/35541__lorus_therapeutics_trims_annual_loss_after_reorganization_recapitalization_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Cancer drug developer Lorus Therapeutics Inc. (TSX:LOR) reported Monday a 2008 net loss of $6.2 million, reduced from $9.6 million in 2007, after the company underwent a corporate... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 09:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Daylight Resources lets Barrick take Cadence Energy: $9M break fee</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080721/35533__daylight_resources_lets_barrick_take_cadence_energy_9m_break_fee_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Daylight Resources Trust (TSX:DAY.UN) has bowed out of the bidding for Cadence Energy Inc. (TSX:CDS), leaving Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX) to prevail with its offer of $6.75 per share in... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Scotiabank predicts 'lingering lethargy,' long road to global economic recovery</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080721/35529__scotiabank_predicts_lingering_lethargy_long_road_to_global_economic_recovery_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Bank of Nova Scotia economists predict a "broad-based weakening" in the United States by year-end, along with sluggish output growth in Europe and Japan.Canada has some shelter from the... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2008 08:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MontrealIs Lambert-Lemay ninth at world junior cycling championships</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080720/35499__montrealis_lambert_lemay_ninth_at_world_junior_cycling_championships_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAPE TOWN, South Africa - Simon Lambert-Lemay of Montreal posted Canada's best men's result at the world junior cycling championships this week with a ninth-place finish Sunday in the 136-kilometre... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Warnock completes triple medal performance at Canada Cup</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080720/35486__warnock_completes_triple_medal_performance_at_canada_cup_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST-HYACINTHE, Que. - Julie Warnock of Airdrie, Alta., won the gold medal in double mini trampoline and a bronze in trampoline to finish this weekend's Canada Cup competition with three medals.On... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2008 16:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>U of C Swim Club breaks national medley relay record at Summer Nationals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080720/35481__u_of_c_swim_club_breaks_national_medley_relay_record_at_summer_nationals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Olympic medal hopeful Mike Brown won the gold medal in the men's 200-metre breaststroke then helped the University of Calgary Swim Club beat its national club record in the 4X100 medley... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2008 15:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's under-23 men's eight finish second at rowing championship</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080720/35475__canada_s_under_23_men_s_eight_finish_second_at_rowing_championship_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRANDENBURG, Germany - Canada's under-23 men's eight picked up a silver medal Sunday at the U-23 world rowing championship.Canada overtook Poland to finish second in 5:53.30, leaving the Polish... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2008 15:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Saturday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080720/35438__baseball_roundup_saturday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ American LeagueJose Molina didn't need a bat to beat Oakland - his leg worked just as well.Molina was hit by Lenny DiNardo's pitch with the bases loaded in the 12th inning, and the New York... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2008 00:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Roughriders improve to 4-0 with 41-33 win over Alouettes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080720/35437__roughriders_improve_to_4_0_with_41_33_win_over_alouettes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ REGINA - The Saskatchewan Roughriders are 4-0 for the first time since 1970 - 11 years before defensive back Lance Frazier was born.Behind by two points with just over two minutes to play,... ]]></description><pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2008 05:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Julia Wilkinson tops the pack in 200-metre individual medley at Summer Nationals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080719/35434__julia_wilkinson_tops_the_pack_in_200_metre_individual_medley_at_summer_nationals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Julia Wilkinson of North York, Ont., clocked 2:13.63 to top the pack in the women's 200-metre individual medley preliminaries at the Summer Nationals swimming competition on Saturday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:17:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Jordan Szoke scores 25th superbike win in close race at Mosport</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080719/35428__jordan_szoke_scores_25th_superbike_win_in_close_race_at_mosport_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BOWMANVILLE, Ont. - Jordan Szoke of Brantford, Ont., scored his 25th career national superbike win in the third round of the Parts Canada Superbike series Saturday at Mosport International Raceway.... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 21:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Alex Seifert, Ashley Speed win tumbling events at Canada Cup meet</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080719/35426__alex_seifert_ashley_speed_win_tumbling_events_at_canada_cup_meet_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST-HYACINTHE, Que. - Alex Seifert of Calgary and Ashley Speed of Etobicoke, Ont., were winners in the tumbling events on Saturday at the Canada Cup trampoline and tumbling competition.Seifert, the... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 21:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SCORECARD:</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20081006/35416__scorecard__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the sports results from Sunday:National League baseball Philadelphia 6 Milwaukee 2American League baseball Chicago White Sox 5 Tampa Bay 3L.A. Angels 5 Boston 4 (12 innings)NHL... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 6 Oct 2008 06:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Olympic-bound Premont, Kabush win national mountain bike titles</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080719/35405__olympic_bound_premont_kabush_win_national_mountain_bike_titles_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONT-STE-ANNE, Que. - Olympic-bound athletes won the national titles at the Canadian mountain bike championships on Saturday, as Marie-Helene Premont of Chateau Richer, Que., claimed her sixth... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian death toll in Afghanistan: 88 soldiers, one diplomat</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080719/35384__canadian_death_toll_in_afghanistan_88_soldiers_one_diplomat_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Since 2002, 88 Canadian soldiers and one diplomat have died during the Afghanistan mission. Here is a list of the deaths:2008July 18 - Cpl. James Hayward Arnal based at CFB Shilo, Man. He was... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 18:10:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Slow going to buy tickets for Elton John concert in Saint John, N.B.</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080719/35376__slow_going_to_buy_tickets_for_elton_john_concert_in_saint_john_n_b__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SAINT JOHN, N.B. - Patience and persistence paid off on Saturday morning for some Elton John fans trying to buy tickets to his upcoming show in Saint John, N.B.Fans who lined up at the box office... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 16:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Strong swim from Brent Hayden helps UBC to 4x100 freestyle win</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080719/35365__strong_swim_from_brent_hayden_helps_ubc_to_4x100_freestyle_win_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - A strong leadoff swim by Brent Hayden helped the UBC Dolphins break the Canadian club record in the men's 4x100 freestyle relay to highlight Saturday's finals at the summer nationals... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 15:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Leaders on course in British Open third round, Weir, Ames falling back</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080719/35350__leaders_on_course_in_british_open_third_round_weir_ames_falling_back_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SOUTHPORT, England - Leader K.J. Choi and Greg Norman are on course as gusting winds are forecast again throughout the third round of the 137th British Open.The South Korean birdied his final two... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 10:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Leaders on course in British Open third round, Weir, Ames falling back</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080719/35348__leaders_on_course_in_british_open_third_round_weir_ames_falling_back_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SOUTHPORT, England - Leader K.J. Choi and Greg Norman are on course as gusting winds are forecast again throughout the third round of the 137th British Open.The South Korean birdied his final two... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 10:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Friday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080719/35337__baseball_roundup_friday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The older Jamie Moyer gets, the better he dominates the Florida Marlins.The 45-year-old left-hander beat Florida for the 10th time in as many career starts, pitching six innings Friday night to... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 02:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Julia Wilkinson breaks her own Canadian record at Summer Nationals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080719/35335__julia_wilkinson_breaks_her_own_canadian_record_at_summer_nationals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Canadian Olympic nominee Julia Wilkinson of Stratford, Ont., broke her Canadian record in the women's 50-metre backstroke during preliminaries at the Summer Nationals.Wilkinson clocked... ]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Chinese-Taipei edges Canada in ninth inning of World Junior exhibition game</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080718/35333__chinese_taipei_edges_canada_in_ninth_inning_of_world_junior_exhibition_game_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BRANDON, Man. - Chia-Liang Hung delivered a two-out, two-run single in the top of the ninth inning to break a 1-1 tie and give Chinese-Taipei a 4-1 victory over Canada in a World Junior Baseball... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 23:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Peruvian government issues emergency decree near Gold Hawk plant</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080718/35318__peruvian_government_issues_emergency_decree_near_gold_hawk_plant_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Gold Hawk Resources Inc. (TSXV:CGK) said Friday the Peruvian government has issued an emergency decree for a hillside near its Coricancha processing plant and tailings area and called... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:29:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Defending champ Furyk and Canadians Weir, Ames headline Canadian Open</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080718/35311__defending_champ_furyk_and_canadians_weir_ames_headline_canadian_open_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OAKVILLE, Ont., - The Royal Canadian Golf Association announced today the final field of competitors set to challenge for the US$5-million RBC Canadian Open.Defending champion Jim Furyk headlines... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:47:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TigerTel annual income doubles to $1.1 million in fiscal 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080718/35304__tigertel_annual_income_doubles_to_1_1_million_in_fiscal_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MISSISSAUGA, Ont. - TigerTel Communications Inc. (TSXV:TTL) had net income of $1.1 million for the financial year ended April 30, double what it had in fiscal 2007 as revenue increased nearly 16... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>General Properties strikes deal to acquire Yarnell gold mine in Arizona</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080718/35303__general_properties_strikes_deal_to_acquire_yarnell_gold_mine_in_arizona_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - General Properties Ltd. (TSXV:GPL), a Calgary-based mineral developer with holdings in northern Alberta, has struck a joint venture deal with CaNev Resources Corp. and Yarnell Mining Co.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 18:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Avery Resources changes name to Bengal Energy, consolidates shares 5:1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080718/35296__avery_resources_changes_name_to_bengal_energy_consolidates_shares_5_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Avery Resources Inc. (TSX:ARY), a junior Calgary oil and gas company, says it has received shareholders approval to change the name of the company to Bengal Energy Ltd. and to consolidate... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 17:54:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Wilkins resigns as president and CEO of Barrick, named executive vice-chairman</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080718/35295__wilkins_resigns_as_president_and_ceo_of_barrick_named_executive_vice_chairman_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Barrick Gold Corp.'s (TSX:ABX) Greg Wilkins, who has been on medical leave since March, resigned as president and chief executive on Friday and was named executive vice-chairman of the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 17:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Ramsden finishes 16th in women's time trial at world junior cycling</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080718/35290__canada_s_ramsden_finishes_16th_in_women_s_time_trial_at_world_junior_cycling_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CAPE TOWN, South Africa - Denise Ramsden of Kingston, Ont., was 16th in the women's time trial at the world junior cycling championships on Friday.Maria Grandt Petersen of Denmark won the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sales continue to grow in Canadian video game industry; 'Mario Kart' No. 1</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080718/35289__sales_continue_to_grow_in_canadian_video_game_industry_mario_kart_no_1_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The video game industry continues to flourish in Canada with revenue growing 56 per cent in the first six months of the year.Sales of hardware, software and accessories totalled $783... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CBS considering ordering more episodes of Cdn-produced 'Flashpoint'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/losangeles/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080718/35282__cbs_considering_ordering_more_episodes_of_cdn_produced_flashpoint__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LOS ANGELES - "Flashpoint" may be much more than a U.S. flash in the pan.CBS is so pleased with last Friday's premiere ratings for their Canadian-produced drama that - if it continues to perform... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Vancouver's Brent Hayden wins men's 100 freestyle at Summer Nationals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080718/35278__vancouver_s_brent_hayden_wins_men_s_100_freestyle_at_summer_nationals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Vancouver's Brent Hayden won the gold medal in his last men's 100-metre freestyle race before the Olympics in the finals at the Summer Nationals swimming competition on Friday.Hayden... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Pacific and CN plan to improve efficiency at Deltaport terminal</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080718/35275__canadian_pacific_and_cn_plan_to_improve_efficiency_at_deltaport_terminal_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Canada's two national railways announced Friday they are implementing a plan to improve the flow of freight traffic at the Deltaport marine container terminal, a transportation gateway... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Equinox says it will take to December to fix mine's fire-damaged power equipment</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080718/35259__equinox_says_it_will_take_to_december_to_fix_mine_s_fire_damaged_power_equipment_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Equinox Minerals Limited (TSX:EQN) says it currently expects the contractor building the Lumwana copper project in Zambia will hand over the project in December, months after the company... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:31:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Hammond Power Solutions sales rise 33 per cent; company spends to grow</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080718/35258__hammond_power_solutions_sales_rise_33_per_cent_company_spends_to_grow_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ GUELPH, Ont. - Hammond Power Solutions Inc.'s net profit rose sharply and revenue increased by 33 per cent from a year earlier to $54.9 million in the second quarter, as the manufacturing company... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 television programs in Canada for the week of July 7-13</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080718/35245__top_10_television_programs_in_canada_for_the_week_of_july_7_13_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 television programs in Canada, with viewer numbers, for the week of July 7-13: 1 "So You Think You Can Dance" (CTV, Thursday) - 1,327,000 2 "C.S.I. New York" (CTV,... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Zarlink, dissident shareholders continue public jousting ahead of vote</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080718/35233__zarlink_dissident_shareholders_continue_public_jousting_ahead_of_vote_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A group of dissident shareholders of Zarlink Semiconductor (TSX:ZL) says the company's current chairman is in an "obvious conflict of interest" but the company has rejected the group's... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>EFT Canada agrees to buy privately owned California company Secure Payment Systems</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080718/35232__eft_canada_agrees_to_buy_privately_owned_california_company_secure_payment_systems_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Toronto-based electronic payment services firm EFT Canada Inc (TSXV:EFT) said Friday it has agreed to buy U.S. company Secure Payment Systems Inc. for an undisclosed amount.Trading of... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 13:06:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>M&T Bank to enter Canadian commercial market</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080718/35227__m_t_bank_to_enter_canadian_commercial_market_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ BUFFALO, N.Y. - M&T Bank Corp. (NYSE:MTB) plans to open a commercial banking office in the Toronto area to serve Canadian businesses, the Buffalo-based company announced Friday.The new location... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sino-Forest Q2 profit nearly doubles to $43.4 million, revenue up 45.3 per cent</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080812/35219__sino_forest_q2_profit_nearly_doubles_to_43_4_million_revenue_up_45_3_per_cent_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sino-Forest Corp. (TSX:TRE) revenue rose to US$187.1 million in the second quarter, up 45.3 per cent from a year earlier, while net income nearly doubled, the company reported Tuesday.... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:12:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Werba Reinhard raises bidding for Loring Ward to US$18 per share</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080718/35212__werba_reinhard_raises_bidding_for_loring_ward_to_us_18_per_share_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Werba Reinhard Inc. has raised the bidding for Loring Ward International Ltd. (TSX:LW), offering US$18 per share for the financial advisory firm.The bid announced Friday follows Loring... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Composite leading index unchanged in May after previous month's gains: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080718/35211__composite_leading_index_unchanged_in_may_after_previous_month_s_gains_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A Statistics Canada report says household spending offset declines in new orders for manufactured goods and the housing index to leave the composite leading index unchanged in June.That... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Demand for agricultural chemical products pushes wholesale trade up to $44.2B</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080718/35209__demand_for_agricultural_chemical_products_pushes_wholesale_trade_up_to_44_2b_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - A new report says the value and volume of wholesale trade rose 1.6 per cent to $44.2 billion in May largely on the back of higher global demand for agricultural chemical products.... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Daughters of slain Edmonton woman in North Carolina family's first concern</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080718/35193__daughters_of_slain_edmonton_woman_in_north_carolina_family_s_first_concern_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CARY, N.C. - Two little girls unaware their mother, a former Edmonton woman, was killed several days ago are the family's primary concern as they weigh how to tell the children about their mother's... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada fails to make Beijing Olympics after loss to Croatia at qualifier</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080718/35179__canada_fails_to_make_beijing_olympics_after_loss_to_croatia_at_qualifier_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ATHENS - Canadian head coach Leo Rautins thinks the Canadian men's basketball team has a bright future to look forward to, even if he isn't a part of it.Canada failed to qualify for the Beijing... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Baseball roundup: Thursday's action on the diamonds</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080718/35174__baseball_roundup_thursday_s_action_on_the_diamonds_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Ten straight wins and a share of first place. The New York Mets don't look like a multi-million disappointment anymore. Right now, they're golden.David Wright's two-run homer in the ninth inning... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2008 01:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Sean Cullen still laughing on NBC's 'Last Comic Standing'</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/losangeles/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080717/35164__canada_s_sean_cullen_still_laughing_on_nbc_s_last_comic_standing__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LOS ANGELES - Sean Cullen is still laughing on "Last Comic Standing."The curly-haired comedian from Peterborough, Ont., avoided elimination in Thursday night's episode of the NBC reality show, now... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 22:21:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Ottawa reviewing Air Canada's plan to cut jobs and close flight attendant bases</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35137__ottawa_reviewing_air_canada_s_plan_to_cut_jobs_and_close_flight_attendant_bases_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Federal Labour Minister Jean-Pierre Blackburn is reviewing Air Canada's (TSX:AC.B, TSX:ACE.B) request to be exempted from part of the Labour Code in connection with its decision to close... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 19:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Feist, Sarah McLachlan headline B.C.'s long weekend music festival</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080717/35136__feist_sarah_mclachlan_headline_b_c_s_long_weekend_music_festival_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VICTORIA - Indie sensation Leslie Feist and music star Sarah McLachlan will be among the artists celebrating British Columbia's 150th birthday at a free outdoor music festival next month.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 19:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Julia Wilkinson sets new Canadian swim record at summer nationals</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080717/35123__julia_wilkinson_sets_new_canadian_swim_record_at_summer_nationals_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WINNIPEG - Canadian swimmer Julia Wilkinson is heading to the Beijing Olympics on a good note.The native of Stratford, Ont., broke her Canadian record in the women's 100-metre backstroke final on... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 22:40:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Energy regulator investigating diesel fuel pipeline leak</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35091__energy_regulator_investigating_diesel_fuel_pipeline_leak_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ WANDERING RIVER, Alta. - Energy regulators are investigating a pipeline leak that spilled over 1,200 barrels of diesel fuel in northern Alberta.Suncor (TSX:SU), which owns the pipeline, says the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:19:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>PotashCorp to spend US$1.6 billion to add 2.7 million tonnes of fertilizer capacity</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35074__potashcorp_to_spend_us_1_6_billion_to_add_2_7_million_tonnes_of_fertilizer_capacity_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SASKATOON - Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT), the world's largest fertilizer company, plans to spend US$1.6 billion to add 2.7 million tonnes of potash capacity at three of its... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:44:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Spirit Resources loss mounts first half of 2008</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080827/35073__canadian_spirit_resources_loss_mounts_first_half_of_2008_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Canadian Spirit Resources Inc. (TSXV:SPI), which has partnered with Shell Canada Energy to develop unconventional natural gas in British Columbia, says it expects a pilot project to be... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 07:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Guardian Exploration announces third successful discovery well in Alberta:</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35072__guardian_exploration_announces_third_successful_discovery_well_in_alberta__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Guardian Exploration Inc. (TSXV:GX), a Calgary-based junior energy company, says its operating partner completed drilling and testing the third Girouxville light oil pool in Alberta.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:48:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Maple Leaf recall and cleanup could cost twice as much as originally estimated</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080822/35061__maple_leaf_recall_and_cleanup_could_cost_twice_as_much_as_originally_estimated_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) said Friday the cleanup of a Toronto plant and an extensive recall of prepared meats possibly linked to a listeriosis outbreak could cost up $4 million - twice... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Films from Anne Hathaway, Liam Neeson, Laura Linney added to Tto fest</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080717/35060__films_from_anne_hathaway_liam_neeson_laura_linney_added_to_tto_fest_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Anne Hathaway, Liam Neeson, Laura Linney, Antonio Banderas, Ed Harris, Viggo Mortensen, Renee Zellweger and Jeremy Irons have been added to the growing list of stars with movies at this... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>BC sells record $610 million in oil and gas rights in July</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35059__bc_sells_record_610_million_in_oil_and_gas_rights_in_july_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - British Columbia sold $610 million in oil and gas rights in July, a record for any month that also helped the province surpass the previous annual record in just four months.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Golden Predator Mines Inc. to merge with Midway Gold Corp. to merge into one company</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35057__golden_predator_mines_inc_to_merge_with_midway_gold_corp_to_merge_into_one_company_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Midway Gold Corp. (TSXV:MDW) and Golden Predator Mines Inc. (TSX:GP) plan to merge into a bigger company with several gold and specialty metals projects in Nevada and elsewhere.The two... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Twin tearfully remembers former Edmonton woman slain in N.C. as 'best friend</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080717/35055__twin_tearfully_remembers_former_edmonton_woman_slain_in_n_c_as_best_friend__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CARY, N.C. - The sister of a former Edmonton woman whose body was found at a North Carolina construction site tearfully remembered her twin as her "best friend" and "soulmate."At a news conference... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Damon heading back to Toronto to host One X One charity gala</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080717/35054__damon_heading_back_to_toronto_to_host_one_x_one_charity_gala_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - For the third year running, actor Matt Damon will be putting on his hosting hat for the One X One children's charity benefit gala.The Oscar winner will headline the fourth annual event,... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Clairvest Group says it will own 90 per cent of Casino New Brunswick</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080717/35052__clairvest_group_says_it_will_own_90_per_cent_of_casino_new_brunswick_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Clairvest Group Inc. (TSX:CVG) says it and an investment fund managed by it will provide about $33 million of the equity for Casino New Brunswick, a new convention centre and hotel that's... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:41:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Caldera Resources and Western Australian Diamonds scrap proposed merger</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35045__caldera_resources_and_western_australian_diamonds_scrap_proposed_merger_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ SOUTH PERTH, Australia - Caldera Resources Inc. (TSX:CDR) said Thursday the company and Western Australian Diamonds Inc. have mutually agreed to terminate their proposed merger announced in late... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 12:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>B.C. judge gives employee group last chance to save Harmac pulp mill</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35042__b_c_judge_gives_employee_group_last_chance_to_save_harmac_pulp_mill_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - A B.C. judge is giving an employees group one more week to come up with a plan to buy and save the Harmac pulp mill in Nanaimo, B.C.In the meantime, the judge also approved the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Western Potash plans to start drilling at Russell-Miniota potash project</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35040__western_potash_plans_to_start_drilling_at_russell_miniota_potash_project_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Western Potash Corp. (TSXV:WPX) says it will start drilling for potash with five exploration wells at the Russell-Miniota project in Manitoba.The company said Thursday it has received... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>UTS Energy, Teck Cominco buy two additional oilsands leases in Athabasca region</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35038__uts_energy_teck_cominco_buy_two_additional_oilsands_leases_in_athabasca_region_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - UTS Energy Corp. (UTS) has acquired two additional leases in the Athabasca oilsands area just north of Lease 421, which it owns 50-50 with Teck Cominco Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B).The Calgary-based... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>HMV Canada: &quot;Death Magnetic&quot; by Metallica tops CD sales list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080918/35036__hmv_canada_quot_death_magnetic_quot_by_metallica_tops_cd_sales_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The following is HMV Canada's top 10 CDs based on national sales for the week ending Sept. 18.CDs1 Death Magnetic - Metallica2 Year of the Gentleman - Ne-Yo 3 All Hope is Gone -... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2008 12:45:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Reece Energy paying $5.75M for more land near Dodsland in Saskatchewan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080725/35033__reece_energy_paying_5_75m_for_more_land_near_dodsland_in_saskatchewan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MEDICINE HAT, Alta. - Reece Energy Exploration Corp. (TSXV:RXR) is paying $5.75 million for three square kilometres of rights adjoining its Viking light oil play near Dodsland in western... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 10:30:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Investment in new bonds bolsters foreign demand for Canadian securities: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35032__investment_in_new_bonds_bolsters_foreign_demand_for_canadian_securities_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Foreign demand for Canadian securities stayed strong in May as investment grew in new bonds.Statistics Canada reports that non-residents bought $7.7 billion worth of Canadian bonds over... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Silver Standard closes sale of Shafter silver project in Texas to Aurcana for $42.6 million</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35029__silver_standard_closes_sale_of_shafter_silver_project_in_texas_to_aurcana_for_42_6_million_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Silver Standard Resources Inc. (TSX:SSO), a Vancouver miner, has closed the sale of its Shafter silver project in Texas to Aurcana Corp., making the acquiring company a primary silver... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Cadence Energy endorses $6.75-per-share takeover bid from Barrick Gold</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080717/35028__cadence_energy_endorses_6_75_per_share_takeover_bid_from_barrick_gold_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX) has raised its takeover bid for Cadence Energy Inc. (TSX:CDS) by 75 cents per share and the board of the Calgary oil and gas company has endorsed the... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 11:05:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Erdene announces reverse takeover of Beta Minerals in Georgia kaolin shift</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/35014__erdene_announces_reverse_takeover_of_beta_minerals_in_georgia_kaolin_shift_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ HALIFAX - Erdene Resource Development Corp. (TSX:ERD) is taking a majority interest in Beta Minerals Inc. (TSXV:BMI) in exchange for U.S. subsidiary Erdene Materials Corp., which owns a large... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:28:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;A Most Wanted Man&quot; by John Le Carre tops Maclean's fiction list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081016/35009___quot_a_most_wanted_man_quot_by_john_le_carre_tops_maclean_s_fiction_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 hardcover fiction and non-fiction books in Canada compiled by Maclean's magazine.FICTION 1 (2) A Most Wanted Man - John Le Carre2 (1) The Private Patient - P.D.... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:09:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;Breaking Dawn&quot; by Stephenie Meyer tops Amazon.ca books list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080717/35008___quot_breaking_dawn_quot_by_stephenie_meyer_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the 10 bestselling fiction and non-fiction books in Canada for the week ending July 15 from Amazon.ca THE CANADIAN PRESSHere are the 10 best selling fiction and non-fiction... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:15:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>OPTI Canada posts Q2 loss of $8 million; Long Lake project on track</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/34995__opti_canada_posts_q2_loss_of_8_million_long_lake_project_on_track_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - OPTI Canada Inc. (TSX:OPC) logged a second-quarter loss of $8 million as the start-up of the Long Lake project remains on track for production.There was no comparable quarterly result... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 09:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>St. Thomas, Ont., truck plant to eliminate shift, lay off 720 workers</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080717/34979__st_thomas_ont_truck_plant_to_eliminate_shift_lay_off_720_workers_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ST. THOMAS, Ont. - Sterling Trucks is eliminating one of its two remaining shifts and laying off another 720 workers as of November as the southwestern Ontario manufacturer joins the ranks of... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 17:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TransAlta to lock out workers Friday at Wabamun after union served strike notice</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080716/34964__transalta_to_lock_out_workers_friday_at_wabamun_after_union_served_strike_notice_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - TransAlta Corp. (TSX:TA) plans to lock out 450 workers for five hours at its power plants west of Edmonton.The utility made the move after the union representing workers served the... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 23:38:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MTV2 to launch in Canada on Aug. 1 with new original music video show</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080716/34943__mtv2_to_launch_in_canada_on_aug_1_with_new_original_music_video_show_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - MTV Canada is getting a "brother" station that will be able to provide something it can't - music videos.MTV2, a digital specialty channel, launches Aug. 1 in Canada with a federal... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 18:23:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>TD Canada Trust changes mortgage ahead of October regulator change</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080716/34929__td_canada_trust_changes_mortgage_ahead_of_october_regulator_change_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - TD Canada Trust (TSX:TD) changed its mortgage offerings Wednesday to bring its lending rules in line with regulatory changes set to take affect in October.The bank said effectively... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 17:01:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>&quot;The Private Patient&quot; by P.D. James tops Amazon.ca books list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081016/34927___quot_the_private_patient_quot_by_p_d_james_tops_amazon_ca_books_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the 10 best selling fiction and non-fiction books for this week from Amazon.ca. Bracketed figures indicate position the previous week: FICTION1 (3) The Private Patient - P.D. James... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>``Careless in Red'' by Elizabeth George tops Maclean's fiction list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080716/34926___careless_in_red_by_elizabeth_george_tops_maclean_s_fiction_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Here are the top 10 hardcover fiction and non-fiction books in Canada compiled by Maclean's magazine.FICTION 1 (1) Careless in Red - Elizabeth George 2 (5) Netherland - Joseph O'Neill... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 17:02:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Olympic pairing Nestor and Niemeyer train for Beijing</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080716/34925__canadian_olympic_pairing_nestor_and_niemeyer_train_for_beijing_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ INDIANAPOLIS - Canadians Daniel Nestor and Frederic Niemeyer got off to a good start in their Olympic tuneup Wednesday.Nestor, from Toronto, and Niemeyer, from Deuville, Que., defeated top-seeded... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 16:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>VisionTV network to show programs on religious revival in China</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080716/34915__visiontv_network_to_show_programs_on_religious_revival_in_china_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - With the Beijing Olympics approaching quickly, Canada's VisionTV cable network is presenting a series of programs next week on the subject of "God in China."It starts Tuesday with... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian forest products association and Assembly of First Nations sign commitment</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080716/34905__canadian_forest_products_association_and_assembly_of_first_nations_sign_commitment_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ QUEBEC - The Forest Products Association of Canada has signed an accord with the Assembly of First Nations committing to work together to strengthen economic development, environmental stewardship... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 14:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>London-based artist Mark Lewis to represent Canada at Venice Biennale</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080716/34903__london_based_artist_mark_lewis_to_represent_canada_at_venice_biennale_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Hamilton-born artist Mark Lewis will be Canada's official representative at the 2009 Venice Biennale of Visual Art, the world's international display of contemporary art.His project for... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:57:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier unlikely to win more orders at Farnborough for CSeries: analyst</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080716/34892__bombardier_unlikely_to_win_more_orders_at_farnborough_for_cseries_analyst_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FARNBOROUGH, England - Aviation analyst Jacques Kavafian says he no longer believes that Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) will announce more orders for its newly launched CSeries at this week's Farnborough... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Oil strike: Edmonton signs offensive star Horcoff to six-year extension</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080716/34890__oil_strike_edmonton_signs_offensive_star_horcoff_to_six_year_extension_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ The Oilers may have had their troubles attracting free agents to Edmonton this off-season, but forward Shawn Horcoff is happy to be in the Alberta capital.The Oilers secured their top offensive... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 19:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Porter Airlines exercises options on two more Bombardier Q400s</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080716/34875__porter_airlines_exercises_options_on_two_more_bombardier_q400s_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Porter Airlines is exercising two options for Bombardier Aerospace Q400 turboprop airliners.The two aircraft, worth US$52 million at list prices, are the 13th and 14th purchased by... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Mechtronix lands first European sale of Ascent XJ flight trainer</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080716/34871__mechtronix_lands_first_european_sale_of_ascent_xj_flight_trainer_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - Mechtronix Systems Inc. has announced the first European sale of its Ascent XJ basic flight trainer, to Turkish Airlines.Mechtronix, privately held by institutional investors, said... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Olympic hope alive with win over South Korea at basketball qualifier</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080716/34859__canada_s_olympic_hope_alive_with_win_over_south_korea_at_basketball_qualifier_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ATHENS - While the Canadian men's basketball team celebrated a pivotal win at Wednesday's Olympic qualifier, the post-game focus was on a player who was nowhere near the action.With star centre... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Petroleum and coal products drive up May manufacturing sales: StatsCan</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080716/34858__petroleum_and_coal_products_drive_up_may_manufacturing_sales_statscan_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Manufacturing sales rose for the fourth time in five months and posted their biggest gain in more than a year, largely spurred on by strong petroleum and coal product sales, Statistics... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>MediSolution sells health information services unit to Healthvision for $49.5M</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080716/34851__medisolution_sells_health_information_services_unit_to_healthvision_for_49_5m_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ MONTREAL - MediSolution Ltd. (TSX:MSH) has sold its health information services division to a subsidiary of Dallas-based Healthvision Solutions Inc. for $49.5 million.The health care information... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:46:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Westport Innovations partners with Chinese heavy-duty engine maker Weichai</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080716/34848__westport_innovations_partners_with_chinese_heavy_duty_engine_maker_weichai_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT) has announced a joint venture with Chinese heavy-duty engine maker Weichai Power Co. and Hong Kong Peterson (CNG) Equipment Ltd.The new entity,... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:43:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Sino-Forest plans US$300-million-plus issue of convertible notes</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080716/34835__sino_forest_plans_us_300_million_plus_issue_of_convertible_notes_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Sino-Forest Corp. (TSX:TRE) plans to issue US$300 million or more of convertible notes.The Canadian-headquartered operator of Chinese timberland said Wednesday the final size and details... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Idol cuts top 10 finalists down to 9</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080715/34815__canadian_idol_cuts_top_10_finalists_down_to_9_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The Canadian Idol top 10 has been reduced to the top nine.The first Top 10 Results Show on Tuesday night saw Hamilton's Adam Castelli eliminated from the competition. The CTV program... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:59:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bankers' group throws support behind Canadian Securities Commission idea</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080715/34797__bankers_group_throws_support_behind_canadian_securities_commission_idea_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Canada needs a single securities regulator to enhance its competitive advantage around the world, the Canadian Bankers Association said Tuesday, the deadline for submissions to a panel... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 19:49:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Agosta, Johnston invited to try out for Canadian under-22 women's hockey team</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080715/34795__agosta_johnston_invited_to_try_out_for_canadian_under_22_women_s_hockey_team_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CALGARY - Olympian Meghan Agosta and national team forward Rebecca Johnston headline the 40 players invited to try out for the Canadian women's under-22 hockey team next month.Canada's under-22... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 17:50:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Tembec slaps US$100 per tonne energy surcharge for its dissolving pulp business</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080715/34784__tembec_slaps_us_100_per_tonne_energy_surcharge_for_its_dissolving_pulp_business_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TEMISCAMING, Que. - Forestry company Tembec Inc. (TSX:TMB) has slapped an energy surcharge of US$100 a tonne for all customers of its specialty dissolving pulp business in Canada and France.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:33:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadians poured $1.2 billion into money markets in June: IFIC</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080715/34783__canadians_poured_1_2_billion_into_money_markets_in_june_ific_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Investors put more money into Canadian mutual funds than they withdrew in June, but the total value of their assets fell by $19.2 billion from May due to a market downturn that has since... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 16:34:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>H.K. company emerges as white knight suitor for Western Prospector</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080715/34774__h_k_company_emerges_as_white_knight_suitor_for_western_prospector_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Western Prospector Group Ltd. (TSXV:WNP) says a Hong Kong company is willing to pay a majority of shareholders in cash in a $74-million deal that's more than double a rival all-stock... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:20:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Northstar Aerospace creates 70 jobs three Canadian and U.S. factories</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080715/34769__northstar_aerospace_creates_70_jobs_three_canadian_and_u_s_factories_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ CHICAGO - Northstar Aerospace Inc. (TSX:NAS), a maker of aerospace gears, transmissions and other parts, will create about 70 new jobs at three U.S. and Canadian plants to ramp up production for... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:08:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>26 Canadian playwrights nominated for $100,000 theatre prize</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20080715/34762__26_canadian_playwrights_nominated_for_100_000_theatre_prize_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Vern Thiessen of Edmonton, Daniel Maclvor of Toronto and David Gow of Pointe-Claire, Que., are among 26 playwrights nominated for the richest prize in Canadian theatre.The 2008 Elinore &... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Three Canadians among players added to MLS roster for all-star game</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/newyork/sports/athletes/20080715/34758__three_canadians_among_players_added_to_mls_roster_for_all_star_game_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ NEW YORK - Three Canadians were added to the roster for the MLS all-star game on Tuesday.Toronto FC defender Jim Brennan and Houston Dynamo midfielder Dwayne De Rosario, both from Toronto, and... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 14:25:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian Paul Tracy will compete in Edmonton's IndyCar race on July 26</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080715/34745__canadian_paul_tracy_will_compete_in_edmonton_s_indycar_race_on_july_26_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ EDMONTON - Canadian Paul Tracy will compete in Edmonton's inaugural IndyCar open-wheel race on July 26.The Toronto native hasn't been in a competitive open-wheel race since finishing 11th at... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:55:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada opens Olympic men's basketball qualifier with loss to Slovenia</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080715/34735__canada_opens_olympic_men_s_basketball_qualifier_with_loss_to_slovenia_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ ATHENS - Canada dropped its opener at the Olympic men's basketball qualifier on Tuesday and now faces a must-win game against South Korea.Jaka Lakovic had a game-high 19 points to lead Slovenia to... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:58:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>StatsCan figures suggest smaller cars trumping gas guzzlers on showroom floor</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080715/34729__statscan_figures_suggest_smaller_cars_trumping_gas_guzzlers_on_showroom_floor_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Newly released figures suggest consumers are abandoning gas guzzlers for smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles on the showroom floor.Statistics Canada reports new vehicle sales rose... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 11:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Heroux-Devtek to make large components for new Bell 429 helicopter</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080716/34728__heroux_devtek_to_make_large_components_for_new_bell_429_helicopter_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FARNBOROUGH, England - Heroux-Devtek Inc. (TSX:HRX) has announced a letter of agreement with Bell Helicopter Textron to make major structural components for the new Bell 429 helicopter.The... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:13:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rockwell suspends operations at Wouterspan Mine in South Africa because of &quot;industrial action.&quot;</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080725/34724__rockwell_suspends_operations_at_wouterspan_mine_in_south_africa_because_of_quot_industrial_action_quot__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ VANCOUVER - Rockwell Diamonds Inc. (TSX:RDI), a South African diamond operator which trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange, says it has suspended mining and processing at its Wouterspan mine on the... ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Jul 2008 10:14:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CAE announces $128 million in military and civilian contracts at Farnborough</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080715/34720__cae_announces_128_million_in_military_and_civilian_contracts_at_farnborough_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FARNBOROUGH, England - CAE Inc. (TSX:CAE) has announced contracts worth C$128 million at the Farnborough International Air Show.CAE said Tuesday it has sold four full-flight simulators and... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:24:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Fluid Music tables $71.25M offer to take over Somerset Entertainment Income Fund</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080715/34718__fluid_music_tables_71_25m_offer_to_take_over_somerset_entertainment_income_fund_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Fluid Music Canada Inc. (TSX:FMN) has presented an offer worth $71.25 million to take over the Somerset Entertainment Income Fund (TSX:SOM.UN).The bid announced Tuesday, supported by... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Commodity prices 'outstrip earlier expectations': Bank of Canada statement</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080715/34717__commodity_prices_outstrip_earlier_expectations_bank_of_canada_statement_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ OTTAWA - Text of Tuesday's Bank of Canada statement as the central bank maintained its target for the overnight rate at 3.0 per cent:Three major developments are affecting the Canadian economy:... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:27:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Two Canadians reach final table at World Series of Poker in Vegas</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20080715/34715__two_canadians_reach_final_table_at_world_series_of_poker_in_vegas_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ LAS VEGAS - The final table in the main event of the World Series of Poker will feature a pair of Canadians.Scott Montgomery of Perth, Ont., and Darus Suharto of Toronto outlasted 6,835 other... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 11:51:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Bombardier confirms deal to have CSeries fuselage made by Shenyang Aircraft</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/finance/business/20080715/34697__bombardier_confirms_deal_to_have_cseries_fuselage_made_by_shenyang_aircraft_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ FARNBOROUGH, England - Bombardier Aerospace (TSX:BBD.B) has signed a contract to have Chinese state-owned Shenyang Aircraft Corp. produce the centre fuselage for the newly launched CSeries... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:03:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Most actively traded companies on Canadian stock markets</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20081020/34352__most_actively_traded_companies_on_canadian_stock_markets_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Some of the most active companies traded Monday on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the TSX Venture Exchange:Toronto Stock Exchange (10,251.40 up 688.91 points): Bombardier Inc.... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:52:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 films in Canada from Oct. 17-19</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081021/34110__top_10_films_in_canada_from_oct_17_19_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Top 10 films in Canada for the weekend of Oct. 17-19 ranked by box office receipts:1. "Max Payne" - $1,529,6692. "Passchendaele" - $850,0043. "Body of Lies" - $802,2174. "Beverly Hills... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:37:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Corus says CEO John Cassaday to become interim operator of Corus Radio</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/finance/business/20080722/33944__corus_says_ceo_john_cassaday_to_become_interim_operator_of_corus_radio_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B) says president and CEO John Cassaday will assume the role of interim operator at Corus Radio in early September.The move comes as current operator... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:07:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Two Canadian soldiers slightly injured by explosion in Kandahar</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/headlines/world/20080717/33287__two_canadian_soldiers_slightly_injured_by_explosion_in_kandahar_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Two Canadian soldiers suffered minor injuries after an explosion in Kandahar province Thursday.The soldiers were participating in a routine patrol in Zhari district when an... ]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:32:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>DVD releases scheduled for the coming weeks</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081021/33171__dvd_releases_scheduled_for_the_coming_weeks_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - A look at some DVDs scheduled to be released in the weeks ahead.For the week of Oct. 19-25According to Jim: The Complete First SeasonAnaconda 3: OffspringAtmospheres: Earth, Air and... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:04:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Xbox 360's &quot;Saints Row 2&quot; tops the Rogers Video game rental list</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081021/32257__xbox_360_s_quot_saints_row_2_quot_tops_the_rogers_video_game_rental_list_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals (all platforms) according to Rogers Video for the period ending Oct. 12.1 Saints Row 2 (Xbox 360)2 Star Wars: The Force Unleashed (Xbox 360)3 Saints Row 2... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:22:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Rogers Video: &quot;Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull&quot; tops both rentals and sales lists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081021/32256__rogers_video_quot_indiana_jones_and_the_kingdom_of_the_crystal_skull_quot_tops_both_rentals_and_sales_lists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Rogers Video for the period ending Oct. 19.DVD RENTALS1 Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull2 The Happening3 You Don't Mess With the... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:26:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>CD releases for the week of Oct. 21</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081021/27415__cd_releases_for_the_week_of_oct_21_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here's a list of some new CD releases for the week of Oct. 21: AC/DC - "Black Ice" Building 429 - "Building 429" Cold War Kids - "Loyalty to Loyalty"Sylvain Cossette - "'70s Volume 2" Nikka... ]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 13:35:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video Top 10 game rentals list per platform</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081015/27380__blockbuster_video_top_10_game_rentals_list_per_platform_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular game rentals according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Oct. 12.Playstation 31 Star Wars: The Force Unleashed2 NHL 093 Fracture4 Brothers in Arms:... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>Blockbuster Video: &quot;You Don't Mess With the Zohan&quot; tops both rentals and sales lists</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/toronto/showbiz/celebritygossip/20081015/27378__blockbuster_video_quot_you_don_t_mess_with_the_zohan_quot_tops_both_rentals_and_sales_lists_p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ TORONTO - The most popular DVDs according to Blockbuster Video Canada for the period ending Oct. 12.DVD RENTALS1 You Don't Mess With the Zohan 2 Iron Man3 The Happening4 Forgetting Sarah... ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:39:00 +0800</pubDate></item><item><title>SCORECARD:</title><link>http://www.humantimes.com/sports/athletes/20090302/26216__scorecard__p.shtml</link><description><![CDATA[ Here are the sports results from Monday:NHL N.Y. Islanders 1 Colorado 0 (after 1)NBA Atlanta 37 Washington 29 (in 2nd)New Orleans 28 Philadelphia 26 (in 2nd)Cleveland at MiamiDallas at... ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 2 Mar 2009 20:00:00 +0800</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
