Energy firm merger creates a powerful combination: FP Video explains

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Photo by TIM KROCHAK/PostmediaThis week, FP Video talks to entrepreneur Arlene Dickinson about what venture capital can do for Canada’s agricultural industries and looks at Emera and ATCO‘s Canadian Utilities‘ proposed merger into one mammoth energy company. Guests also tell us what’s affecting the Canadian dollar and how it’s faring against the U.S. greenback, and we sneak a peak forward to what retailers and shoppers can expect this holiday shopping season.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Arlene Dickinson on waking Canada’s ‘sleeping giant’Breaking business news, incisive views, must-reads and market signals. Weekdays by 9 a.m.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Posthaste will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againOne of Canada’s best known entrepreneurs Arlene Dickinson talks to Larysa Harapyn about her new venture capital fund in Canada’s agri-food sector.Emera, ATCO create $72 billion power behemothWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Halifax-based Emera and Canadian Utilities, a subsidiary of Calgary-headquartered ATCO, plan to combine into one of North America’s largest electric utilities. Watch to find out about the deal and what it could mean.How low can the Canadian dollar go?We apologize, but this video has failed to load.Karl Schamotta, chief market strategist at Corpay, talks about the forces driving currency markets and how the Canadian dollar is standing up to the greenback.‘Fragile’ consumers to spend less this holiday seasonWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Bruce Winder retail analyst talks about how it is shaping up to be a challenging holiday season for retailers.Energy executives confident new oil pipeline gets builtWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Sentiment in Canada’s oilpatch has changed sharply in one year. According to a closely watched survey, executives and investors now expect a proposed oil pipeline to the B.C. coast will get built, while producers plan more spending.This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.