Canadian IT Stock News

Trade friction between Canada and the US is no longer an abstract headline. It now shapes which producers absorb the pain of tariffs and which domestic manufacturers quietly pick up displaced demand. That shift creates both potential openings and traps for anyone investing in Canadian import-substitution stocks. This article explores three companies exposed to the latest tariff shock and examines how that link to the news may help or hurt their returns. The stocks covered below are just a...

Kraken Robotics reported second quarter 2026 revenue of C$27.32 million and a net loss of C$7.52 million, issued 2026 consolidated revenue guidance of C$290,000 to C$320,000, and detailed a larger loss for the first half of the year despite higher sales. The appointment of Joanne Roberts as Executive Vice President, Systems & Services, with deep defense engineering experience, highlights Kraken Robotics focus on strengthening execution in complex maritime programs while the business absorbs...

Canada’s new tariffs on roughly $20b of US goods have pushed trade frictions back into the spotlight and reminded investors how quickly shocks can hit. When headlines swing like this, strong Canadian low-volatility stocks with steady cash flows and solid balance sheets can help anchor a portfolio. This article highlights three of the most resilient options from our low-risk screen. The three stocks highlighted below are just a sample from the low-risk screen, and the full results surfaced 8...

Athabasca Oil (TSX:ATH) has put fresh numbers on the table, highlighting higher output from its Leismer expansion, a target for full-year 2026 production growth and a capital return tilt through share buybacks. Athabasca Oil’s recent production update lands after a sharp re‑rating, with the share price at CA$11.01 and a year-to-date share price return of 54.20% that mirrors strong momentum in the 30-day move. A 1-year total shareholder return of 78.16% and a very large 5-year total...

On 3 September 2026, 5N Plus announced a US$7.3 million U.S. Department of War award to build domestic gallium arsenide component production in St. George, Utah, working with Lockheed Martin on qualification and low rate output for defence uses. The Utah expansion pushes 5N Plus deeper into defence and space semiconductors, tying its manufacturing base directly to U.S. supply security and mission critical programs. With 5N Plus now chosen to close a domestic gallium arsenide gap for defence...

Canadian trade tariffs on US goods are forcing manufacturers and service providers to rethink supply chains and automate faster. That kind of pressure can act like rocket fuel for artificial intelligence spending, from chips to cloud to software. If you want exposure to that shift rather than just watching it, this article walks through three Canadian listed AI stocks from our screener that are central to this transformation. The three stocks below are just a sample, and the full AI screen...

Oil nears $100 a barrel as Middle East disruptions ripple through energy supply chains, and Canadian investors are looking harder at power sources that are less exposed to fuel price swings. That is where Canadian nuclear energy stocks come into focus, offering exposure to long term electricity demand backed by large, upfront infrastructure. This article highlights three of the most interesting nuclear related stocks from our screener and what sets each apart. The three nuclear related stocks...

NexGen Energy reported past summer drilling results from the PCE project that expanded the high grade uranium subdomain both up and down dip, with multiple holes returning long intervals of >10,000 cps and off-scale >61,000 cps readings across more than 20,000 m of completed drilling. The addition of a fifth drill rig and ongoing assays at an independent lab highlight NexGen Energy’s push to define the size, depth and continuity of PCE’s mineralized zone, which directly affects future...

Rio2 Limited reported that Peruvian regulators approved a modification to the Environmental Impact Study for the Condestable underground copper mine on 21 August 2026. This approval clears the way for throughput capacity of 10,000 tpd, a decade of environmentally approved mine life and dry stack tailings using Tailings Storage Facility #6. The MEIA approval gives Rio2 a defined regulatory framework for a tailings facility initially permitted for about 43 million tonnes, with staged expansion...

Canada has fired back with tariffs of up to 50% on US goods, and that kind of trade war tends to reward resilient balance sheets over fragile stories. Strong Canadian companies with healthy returns on equity and disciplined finances can sometimes absorb cost shocks better than weaker peers, which can matter when policy changes quickly. This article highlights three Canadian stocks from a quality-focused screener built around those traits. The stocks covered below are just a small sample of...

Rising oil prices, a possible Fed rate move in September and an August CPI print that could shake broader markets all collide this week, and integrated oil and gas stocks sit right in the crossfire. That mix can reward investors who position early or punish anyone caught on the wrong side of inflation and rate expectations. This article walks through three global integrated producers exposed to these catalysts and explains how each might respond. The stocks covered below are only a small...

Markets are starting this shortened week on edge, with oil at six week highs, Treasury yields pressing up and another Fed decision looming. That mix can punish stretched stories and reward resilient Global Integrated Oil & Gas and Large Cap Energy Producers with stronger balance sheets and diversified cash flows. This article walks through three stocks from that screener exposed to the latest U.S.-Iran war headlines and explains why their setups may matter for your portfolio. The three Global...

Russel Metals reported record Q2 2026 revenue and shipments, with adjusted EBITDA of C$154 million and adjusted EPS of C$1.63, supporting a quarterly dividend of C$0.44 per share reaffirmed for September. The recently closed purchase of seven U.S. metals service centers from Kloeckner Metals is already contributing to both earnings and shipment volumes, highlighting how acquisitions are shaping Russel Metals' operating profile. The focus now is on how record Q2 profitability and the early...

Faraday Copper reported Phase IV drill results from 23 holes at its Copper Creek Project in Arizona, with 14 holes intersecting near-surface copper mineralization across multiple breccia and porphyry zones. The new intersections at American Eagle and Copper Giant East indicate additional near-surface oxide and sulphide mineralization in previously undrilled or underexplored trends, which may influence how investors consider future resource definition work. The focus now turns to how Faraday...

Trade barriers between the US and Canada are rising, tariffs are spreading across key goods, and the shock is hitting just as Canada’s job market shows fresh cracks. That mix creates real risk for exporters that depend on cross border flows, but it also shines a spotlight on Canadian manufacturers that lean on local production. This article walks through three stocks exposed to this tariff story and explains why each one could matter for your portfolio. The companies in this article are just...

Canadian business surveys such as the Ivey PMI suggest companies are still spending and planning ahead, even as jobs data sends mixed signals. That mix of confidence and caution can create an opening for investors who want growth potential without ignoring balance sheet strength. This article looks at three financially healthier Canadian penny stocks screened for stronger fundamentals, so you can focus on ideas where the numbers already show some discipline. The stocks covered next are just a...

Trade friction between the U.S. and Canada is spilling into boardrooms, supply chains and factory floors, and that is where investors start to see real consequences. New tariffs and counter-tariffs are raising costs and shaking up long-standing cross-border flows, which can hurt some companies and redirect demand to others. This article walks through three stocks that are directly exposed to this news and how that exposure might help or hurt investors. The stocks below are just a starting...

5N Plus (TSX:VNP) drew fresh investor attention after being selected by the U.S. Department of War for a US$7.3 million award to build domestic gallium arsenide component production capacity. The award news comes after a mixed stretch for 5N Plus. The share price is up 41.89% year to date, even though the 30-day share price return declined 16.15% and the 90-day share price return fell 33.82% as momentum cooled. Scan other defense and semiconductor suppliers that show similar supply chain...

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (TSX:CP) drew fresh attention from investors after reporting new records for moving Canadian grain and grain products in August 2026 and across the 2025–26 crop year. Against this backdrop of record grain volumes, Canadian Pacific Kansas City’s share price has climbed to CA$126.77, with a year to date share price return of 23.9% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 21.66%, suggesting steady positive momentum rather than a sharp recent spike. Compare Canadian...

This Canadian gold mining stock exceeded its drilling program by 30%, with assays and a 2027 resource update ahead.

Ray-Mont Logistics, Canadian National Railway (CN) and the Prince Rupert Port Authority have opened CANXPORT, a CA$750 million export logistics facility at the Port of Prince Rupert, expanding rail-to-container transloading capacity for petrochemical, forestry, agriculture and mining products with strong federal, provincial and Canada Infrastructure Bank support. A particularly interesting aspect is the facility’s integration into a CA$3 billion expansion of the Prince Rupert Gateway,...

Richelieu Hardware stock reacts to $15 million distribution expansion Richelieu Hardware (TSX:RCH) has committed more than CA$15 million to expand its Drummondville distribution centre, a project that significantly increases warehouse capacity and supports service coverage across several key Quebec regions. The Drummondville expansion comes as Richelieu Hardware’s share price has eased, with a 90 day share price return down 8.78% and year to date share price return down 10.29%, while the 1...

The analysts might have been a bit too bullish on VersaBank ( TSE:VBNK ), given that the company fell short of...

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