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TSX Climbs 0.6% as Banks and Tech Lead, Loonie Near a 4-Week High and BoC Hike Odds Hit 80%

  Canadian Money Brief | Thursday, October 22, 2026 | Covers Wednesday’s close, plus an early look at this morning Stocks rose on both sides of the border on Wednesday. Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite Index gained 217.03 points, or 0.60%, to close at 36,324.99, led by the banks and tech. On Wall Street, strong earnings from SpaceX, Super Micro and Capital One powered a rebound in artificial intelligence stocks, and the Nasdaq Composite jumped 1.05%. Behind the rally, rate worries keep building. Traders now give the Bank of Canada roughly an 80% chance of raising its policy rate next Wednesday, and oil is still hovering near US$109 a barrel for Brent. This morning, U.S. futures are pointing lower. Market Snapshot: Wednesday, October 21 Close Index Close Change S&P/TSX Composite (Canada) 36,324.99 +0.60% S&P 500 (U.S.) 7,757.17 +0.58% Dow Jones Industrial Average 52,856.09 +0.69% Nasdaq Composite 26,702.86 +1.05% Russell 2000 2,781.02 +0.27% STOXX Europe 600 644.49 +0.92% Nik...
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Canada’s Alert Ready System Set for Annual Test Today



Canada’s emergency public alerting system, Alert Ready, is undergoing its annual test today across most provinces and territories. The test will be broadcast on TV, radio, and compatible wireless devices, ensuring that the system functions properly and raises public awareness.

Each province and territory has a designated test time, ranging from morning to afternoon, except Quebec, which is not participating in this round of testing. The test will simulate an emergency alert, complete with the distinctive alert tone, but requires no action from the public.

The Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) mandates at least one test per year, typically conducted during Emergency Preparedness Week, which runs from May 4–10 this year. The goal is to ensure Canadians are familiar with the system and prepared for real emergencies, such as tornadoes, floods, fires, and AMBER alerts.

While most Canadians will receive the test alert, some may not due to device compatibility, network connection, or cell tower coverage. Given the importance of emergency warnings, Canadians cannot opt out of receiving these alerts.

This annual test serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of emergency preparedness. Canadians are encouraged to review their emergency plans and kits to ensure they are ready for unexpected situations.


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