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McKesson names Western University graduate to head its Canadian operations

McKesson names Western University graduate to head its Canadian operations

IRVING, Texas — McKesson Corp. has appointed Rebecca McKillican as chief executive of its Canadian operations, effective immediately. She succeeds Domenic Pilla, who announced his plans to retire from the company in late 2019.
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Fiat Chrysler calls GM's bribery allegations 'preposterous'

Fiat Chrysler calls GM's bribery allegations 'preposterous'

DETROIT — Allegations by General Motors that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles bribed union officials are “preposterous” and read like a script from a “third-rate spy movie,” FCA lawyers wrote in court documents filed Monday.
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McDonald's sues ousted CEO, alleging employee relationships

McDonald's sues ousted CEO, alleging employee relationships

McDonald’s says it's suing Stephen Easterbrook, the CEO it ousted last year over an inappropriate relationship with an employee, alleging Monday that he covered up relationships with three other employees and destroyed evidence.
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Canadian Natural to take over Painted Pony Energy in $461-million deal

Canadian Natural to take over Painted Pony Energy in $461-million deal

CALGARY — Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. has struck a $461-million deal to buy Painted Pony Energy Ltd. as it looks to grow its position in the liquids-rich Montney natural gas region of northeastern B.C.
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Alstom says Bombardier rail problems may affect terms of deal as talks continue

Alstom says Bombardier rail problems may affect terms of deal as talks continue

MONTREAL — French rail giant Alstom SA is warning that problems at Bombardier's train division may affect negotiations to buy it, but says it still plans to go ahead with the takeover deal.
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Sidewalk Labs Toronto office up for lease after layoffs, abandoning smart city

Sidewalk Labs Toronto office up for lease after layoffs, abandoning smart city

TORONTO — Sidewalk Labs' Toronto office space is available for lease months after the company walked away from building a tech-savvy neighbourhood in the city.
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US employers post more jobs in June, pull back on hiring

US employers post more jobs in June, pull back on hiring

WASHINGTON — U.S. employers advertised more jobs in June compared with the previous month, but overall hiring fell, painting a mixed picture of the job market. The number of jobs posted on the last day in June jumped 9.6% to 5.
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Canopy reports decline in recreational pot sales

Canopy reports decline in recreational pot sales

SMITH FALLS, Ont. — Canopy Growth Corp. says a decline in recreational cannabis sales during the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to a rocky quarter. The Smiths Falls, Ont.
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Ensign Energy Q2 revenue drops 48 per cent, Canada's share of revenue plunges

Ensign Energy Q2 revenue drops 48 per cent, Canada's share of revenue plunges

CALGARY — Ensign Energy Services Inc. reported a $17.1-million net loss in its second quarter, as revenue fell by nearly half compared with the same time last year.
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Hong Kong newspaper raided, tycoon detained under new law

Hong Kong newspaper raided, tycoon detained under new law

Hong Kong authorities broadened their enforcement of a new national security law on Monday, arresting media tycoon Jimmy Lai, searching the headquarters of his Next Digital group and carting away boxes of what they said was evidence.
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