AIG bailout drags U.S. markets sharply lower
Bank plans launch of revamped corporate responsibility website
Albertans are most likely to pay off their debt
Benchmark index up 2.2% on the week
U.S. markets drop on budget proposal
But weak housing data south of the border led to declines in U.S. indices
But government incentives could encourage first-time homebuyers to get into the market and others to renovate their homes
Taking up an instrument offers benefits such as stress relief, increased confidence
Discount brokerages see a surge in account openings
Offering will result in eight million shares sold for a total of $200 million