The Peak Daily

Good morning. We’re hosting a competition at the Bet on Canada Summit in Toronto on November 5 to narrow down the companies where people actually like working. With bonus season around the corner, we can’t think of a better way to get in your boss’s good books. Submit your pitch here. If U.S. regulators have their way, Google Chrome could become just Chrome.One of Canada’s most valuable retailers is doubling down on its bid to become the king of convenience.

Canada's telecom regulator is set to reduce shocking roaming fees for Americans visiting Canada. Meanwhile, as AI algorithms begin dictating pay structures, the need for flattery in the workplace may diminish. The discussion also highlights gig economy workers feeling the impact of these automated systems. Furthermore, insights into recent technological advancements and their influence, including potential disruptions from Hurricane Milton, add depth to the conversation.

A U.S. Indigenous group is laying claim to profits from land in Southern British Columbia, creating tensions with local First Nations. Meanwhile, the Toronto Islands present a rare opportunity for affordable housing, despite a competitive lottery system. On a different note, labor strikes at the Port of Montreal highlight ongoing disputes, while an ambitious European mission aims to deflect asteroids. Lastly, Northvolt faces hurdles in its Quebec battery plant, reflecting broader challenges in the energy sector.

One of Canada’s largest hospital networks is launching a radical experiment in housing the homeless.The world’s biggest coffee chain is trying to innovate its way around erratic weather.Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO

Like Pinocchio wishing upon a star to become a real boy, Koho is wishing upon a cash infusion to become a real bank.The once far-fetched future of flying cars has gotten a major vote of confidence from an industry giant.Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO

North America just got its first-ever elected woman head of state (apologies to former Canadian prime minister Kim Campbell, who was neither elected nor head of state).With 6.5 million Canadians living without a family doctor, a group of senators are hoping international med school grads can help fill the gap.Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO

Concert industry leviathan Live Nation is constructing Canada’s largest purpose-built concert venue.Canadian businesses are shutting their doors at a rate the country hasn’t seen since the start of the pandemic.

Ontario is kicking the tires on an infrastructure project that will make the province's $16.8 billion GO train expansion look like a cute side project.Like a well-prepared bartender on a Saturday morning, Canada is taking steps to ensure that it won’t run out of shots.

Basements are great for pool tables, wine cellars and mini-stick rinks, but renting them out as apartments could soon be a thing of the past.They say it’s always darkest before the dawn — or in beleaguered chipmaker Intel’s case, before the buy-out offer.

Discover the intriguing rise of border smuggling trends promoted on TikTok, especially among Indian migrants seeking entry into the U.S. The conversation dives into the consequences for immigration and job markets. Meanwhile, there's a wave of optimism for wage growth in Canada, with prospects of more money for Canadians in the coming year. The discussion also touches on venture capital trends and a new Amazon entertainment initiative, weaving a complex picture of the changing economic landscape.