Canadian Other Utilities Stock News

Morgan Stanley recently initiated coverage on NovaGold Resources with an Overweight rating and a US$13.80 price target, spotlighting the Donlin Gold project in Alaska, which is planned to produce 1.1 million ounces of gold annually over 27 years once in operation. This is the first time Morgan Stanley has rated NovaGold, bringing fresh analyst attention to a project that could become one of North America’s largest gold mines while some state-level permits are still pending and first...

On April 9, OCI Global’s subsidiary OCI Chemicals B.V. completed a block trade disposing of 2,000,000 Methanex shares, reducing its ownership stake from about 8.6% to 6.0% of Methanex’s issued and outstanding shares. This sizeable sale by a major shareholder may prompt investors to reassess Methanex’s ownership profile and how large holders view its long-term positioning. Next, we’ll examine how OCI Global’s reduced Methanex stake might influence the company’s existing investment narrative...

Richelieu Hardware Ltd. reported its first-quarter 2026 results, with sales of CA$463.57 million and net income of CA$14.41 million, alongside confirming its quarterly dividend and updating on share repurchases. The quarter also marked Richelieu’s 100th acquisition and new agreements in principle, underscoring its continued use of M&A to expand its distribution footprint. Now we’ll explore how the earnings miss versus expectations and ongoing acquisition program may influence Richelieu...

In early April 2026, Copper Fox Metals outlined a CAD 9.1 million 2026 work program for the Schaft Creek copper-gold project, where Teck Resources operates the joint venture with a 75% interest and is preparing key technical studies to advance the asset toward a pre-feasibility stage. At the same time, Teck’s upcoming first-quarter 2026 results and copper-focused growth pipeline are drawing attention to how projects like Schaft Creek fit into its broader energy-transition metals...

Maple Leaf Foods recently introduced a temporary fuel surcharge of CA$0.11 per kilogram on prepared meats and poultry shipments to offset higher transportation costs, a move that is likely to flow through to grocery prices. This surcharge underlines how energy market disruptions are feeding into food supply chains, highlighting Maple Leaf Foods’ ongoing efforts to manage rising operating expenses. Next, we’ll examine how this temporary fuel surcharge could shape Maple Leaf Foods’ investment...

Earlier in April 2026, Kinross Gold reported that RBC Capital upgraded the stock to Outperform and its board approved a 14% dividend increase, while also receiving an unsolicited mini-tender offer from TRC Capital at a price below the prevailing market level that the company urged shareholders to reject. The combination of a higher dividend signaling confidence in Kinross’s financial strength and management’s warning about the discounted mini-tender highlights both the company’s...

Valeura Energy (TSX:VLE) is back in focus after its Q1 2026 operations update, where production came in on plan, the Manora Princess vessel was acquired, and the balance sheet remained debt free despite heavy investment. See our latest analysis for Valeura Energy. At a share price of CA$13.43, Valeura’s recent 2% one-day share price return sits against a 7-day share price decline of 3% and a 30-day share price decline of 7%. The 90-day share price return of 59% and 1-year total shareholder...

Leadership changes put Allied Properties REIT in focus Allied Properties Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:AP.UN) has moved into the spotlight after announcing upcoming leadership changes, including the planned departure of its Chief Financial Officer and a shift in Board chair responsibilities. See our latest analysis for Allied Properties Real Estate Investment Trust. Those leadership updates come after a mixed run for unitholders, with the CA$9.69 unit price seeing a 3.97% 7 day share...

Parex Resources Inc. recently reported first-quarter 2026 operating results, highlighting average production of 44,735 boe/d and weather-related downtime, while also withdrawing its six director nominees from GeoPark Limited’s 2026 shareholder meeting after a dilutionary share issuance. The combination of stable production with planned remediation-driven ramp-up and shifting ties with GeoPark marks an important moment for Parex’s Colombian-focused portfolio and capital allocation...

Elemental Royalty Corporation has shifted its primary listing from the TSX Venture Exchange to the Toronto Stock Exchange, following its removal from the S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index on April 2, 2026. This move to a senior exchange, combined with post-merger backing from Tether, marks a meaningful change in how the company may access capital and pursue royalty growth initiatives. With recent share price gains, we’ll explore how the TSX uplisting and Tether’s support influence Elemental...

Cogeco Communications Inc. reported past second-quarter 2026 results with sales of CA$693.56 million, net income of CA$80.01 million, and higher earnings per share despite lower revenue year on year. Alongside lowering its fiscal 2026 revenue outlook, the company raised its quarterly dividend by 7.0% to CA$0.987 per share, highlighting a contrast between cautious guidance and increased shareholder cash returns. Next, we’ll examine how the reduced 2026 revenue guidance, despite a higher...

In recent days, Canadian National Railway reported that its revenue ton miles and freight volumes, particularly in Canadian grain, intermodal, and autos, have been running ahead of earlier internal targets, supported by smoother winter operations. At the same time, the railway has improved key efficiency measures such as train velocity and terminal dwell, suggesting that higher volumes are being handled without sacrificing service quality. We’ll now examine how this stronger-than-expected...

In early April 2026, Orla Mining reported continued exploration success at the Musselwhite Mine, confirming stacked Lynx and PQ Extension zones with high-grade gold mineralization extending at least two kilometres beyond current operations and identifying new shallow mineralization at Camp Bay near existing infrastructure. This work materially expands the resource potential of Musselwhite, reinforces confidence in future reserve additions and mine life extension, and highlights the broader...

Immostar and Primaris Real Estate Investment Trust recently completed a C$63.0 million acquisition of the fully leased Complexes Capitale open-air retail centres adjacent to Les Galeries de la Capitale in Québec City, giving Primaris a 25% non-managing interest and expanding the combined site to about 122 acres. This consolidation of the Galeries de la Capitale site enhances long-term development optionality around a high-traffic retail hub anchored by national tenants such as Rona, BMO,...

How Magna International Shares Have Been Trading Magna International (TSX:MG) has drawn investor attention after recent trading, with the share price closing at CA$80.02 and showing positive moves over the past week, month, and past 3 months, as well as over the past year. See our latest analysis for Magna International. The recent 7 day share price return of 4.29% builds on a 30 day share price return of 5.86%, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 86.63% highlights strong momentum...

In early April 2026, the Panamanian government approved First Quantum Minerals’ request to process about 38 million tonnes of stockpiled ore at the previously shuttered Cobre Panama project, potentially yielding up to 70 thousand tonnes of copper over 12 months while addressing environmental and operational concerns. This approval effectively reactivates a dormant source of copper output and strengthens First Quantum Minerals’ position ahead of formal talks on a possible full restart of...

Recent research on Imperial Oil (TSX:IMO) has split opinion. Some firms cite stronger refining and extraction estimates tied to geopolitical tensions, while others flag potential operational risks from the company’s major reorganization. See our latest analysis for Imperial Oil. At a share price of CA$178.93, Imperial Oil has seen a 39.65% 3 month share price return and a 5 year total shareholder return of 536.04%, indicating recent momentum alongside mixed analyst reactions. If recent moves...

We wouldn't blame Montage Gold Corp. ( TSE:MAU ) shareholders if they were a little worried about the fact that Richard...

Even if it's not a huge purchase, we think it was good to see that Carlos Adamo, the Independent Non-Executive Chairman...

Even if it's not a huge purchase, we think it was good to see that Blair Naughty, the President of Naughty Ventures...

Baytex Energy (TSX:BTE) is back on investor radar after renewed institutional buying coincided with oil trading above $100 per barrel, tighter earnings projections, and upbeat insider sentiment around its Canadian heavy oil and Duvernay assets. See our latest analysis for Baytex Energy. At a share price of CA$5.72, Baytex has posted a 21.7% 90 day share price return and a very large 1 year total shareholder return of 159.4%. This suggests momentum has been building as oil prices climbed and...

Why WSP Global is Back on Investors’ Radar Recent commentary from Brian Madden, chief investment officer at First Avenue Investment Counsel, has put WSP Global (TSX:WSP) back in focus for many investors, highlighting its business outlook and investment potential. See our latest analysis for WSP Global. Despite the recent attention, WSP Global’s share price has softened in the short term, with a 90 day share price return of a 17.7% decline and a year to date share price return of a 12.5%...

G2 Goldfields (TSX:GTWO) has caught investor attention after a sharp share price move over the past week, prompting a closer look at how its recent returns and exploration focused business compare. See our latest analysis for G2 Goldfields. The recent 7 day share price return of 94.66% builds on a 30 day gain of 95.67% and a year to date share price return of 76.68%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 206.79% points to strong momentum rather than a short lived spike. If the G2 Goldfields...

Why BCE’s dividend cut and Ziply Fiber deal matter now BCE (TSX:BCE) has just combined its first dividend cut since 2009 with the acquisition of U.S. based Ziply Fiber, a pairing that reshapes its shareholder payout approach and cross border telecom footprint. See our latest analysis for BCE. Investors have reacted quickly to the dividend cut and Ziply Fiber announcement, with a 7.95% 1 month share price decline and a 5.17% 7 day share price return. The 1 year total shareholder return of...