Business Brief: What to know this week

News Snapshot:

Good morning. The Bank of Canada announces on Wednesday whether it will cut or hold its benchmark lending rate as tariffs continue to cloud the country’s outlook. More below on what the bank makes of recent signs of strength - along with a quick look at the week ahead. Today’s headlines Trade: Ontario will strike agreements with Saskatchewan, Alberta and Prince Edward Island to reduce trade barriers between their provinces ahead of today’s first ministers’ meeting, which is expected to focus on fast-tracking major infrastructure projects and reducing red tape. Taxes: The federal court has ruled that Shopify Inc. must...