News of the day: Small businesses, job losses, heat pumps, interest rates, marital assets and more

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Here are the top stories we’re following today.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 AccountMany small business owners are concerned that Canada’s trade war with the United States could have long-term, potentially permanent consequences, if it goes on too long. According to data from the Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses, more than 53,000 small and medium-sized businesses are directly impacted by the levies.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Job postings line bulletin boards at a CAW job action centre in London, Ont. Photo by CRAIG GLOVER/PostmediaGet the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.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 Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againThe Canadian economy shed 68,000 jobs in September, driving the unemployment rate up to 6.5 per cent and reinforcing the case for caution at the Bank of Canada, economists said. To be eligible for the rebate, the heat pumps must be on the government’s ‘eligible products list,’ which has more than 100,000 options. Photo by Submitted/Postmedia filesPrime Minister Mark Carney recently announced a $2 billion rebate program to help Canadians make the switch to using electric heat pumps in their homes, granting as much as $10,000 per household. A cyclist is seen passing in front of the Bank of Canada building in Ottawa. Photo by HYUNGCHEOL PARK/Postmedia filesThe Bank of Canada is now in a tricky spot as it tries to juggle rising inflation and slowing growth, economists say, after the country lost 68,000 jobs and the unemployment rate rose to 6.5 per cent in September from 6.4 per cent in August. Here’s what the latest employment numbers mean for the economy, the Bank of Canada and interest rates. In Canada, a marriage contract may be one of the best protections for you if both spouses are comfortable with this type of agreement. Photo by ridvan_celik/Getty ImagesThe matrimonial home is often one of the most significant assets that is subject to division, but keep in mind that changes in family net worth involving other assets is also an important factor. Generally, rather than looking at changes in specific assets, the change in net worth (assets minus liabilities) during the marriage is considered when determining each spouse’s share. Canadian citizenship does not impact which rules will apply, nor does the location of an asset, experts say.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.