Deal reinforces bank’s strong position in U.S. Midwest,
Budget projects deficit of $54.9 million in 2010-11
Statistics Canada reports that new car sales boosted February figures
Report calls for removal of RRSP age restrictions, reduced tax rates for RRIFs
Initial claims down slightly
Sources of growth shift
Canadian dollar slips
Four of seven subsectors down
Groups operated to promote tax-shelter arrangements, agency alleges
Canadians resume purchases of foreign bonds