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Week ending April 24, 2026 | Canadian Money Brief – moneysavings.ca Markets this week found themselves caught between two powerful forces: a roaring U.S. earnings season pushing stocks to fresh records, and a simmering Middle East conflict keeping oil elevated and investor nerves frayed. For Canadians, that makes for a complicated but important picture heading into the last week of April. TSX Composite: Stuck in the Mud The S&P/TSX Composite spent the week trading in a tight band near the 34,000 mark, unable to mount a meaningful rally. Tuesday delivered a sharp blow — the index plunged over 550 points to close at 33,808 as U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks collapsed after U.S. Vice President JD Vance abruptly cancelled his Pakistan trip, where he was set to lead negotiations. Wednesday brought a partial recovery, with the TSX adding roughly 0.4% to close at 33,955 , helped by gains in energy and mining stocks following President Trump's announcement of an indefinite ceasefire ex...
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Solar Eclipse 2024: A Celestial Spectacle Over Canada

 


On April 8, 2024, Canadians will witness a rare and awe-inspiring event—the total solar eclipse. As the Moon gracefully glides between the Sun and Earth, several parts of the country will experience moments of darkness during this celestial dance.

Where and When to Catch the Eclipse

  • Totality Cities: Key cities like Niagara Falls and Kingston in Ontario, Montreal, Fredericton, Summerside (P.E.I.), and Gander (N.L.) will be plunged into darkness for several minutes.
  • Partial Eclipse: Other locations such as Vancouver, Calgary, Regina, Winnipeg, and Toronto will witness partial total eclipses.
  • Timings: The partial eclipse begins around 2 p.m. EDT as it enters Canada’s southeastern Ontario border. In the northeastern Canadian regions along the path, expect the sun’s light to gradually dim around 4 p.m. EDT.

Once in a Lifetime

Considering that the last time a total solar eclipse crossed Canada was in 1979, this event is truly exceptional. It’s no wonder Canadians are eagerly flocking to prime viewing spots. After all, the next one won’t grace our skies until 2044!

Safety First

As you prepare to witness this cosmic spectacle, remember to protect your eyes with proper eclipse glasses. Chaos may not ensue, but excitement certainly will. Let’s marvel at the universe’s grandeur together!

For live updates and on-the-ground coverage in Niagara Falls, Vancouver, Halifax, and Toronto, follow along with Yahoo Canada. And don’t forget to mark your calendars—April 8, 2024—a day when the heavens put on a show just for us.

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