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Daily Markets Update: TSX Closed for Canada Day as Wall Street Notches Best Quarter Since 2020 (July 1, 2026)

  Wednesday, July 1, 2026 — Canada Day Happy Canada Day! The Toronto Stock Exchange, TSX Venture, TSX Alpha and Montréal Exchange are closed today for the holiday and will reopen with regular trading hours tomorrow, Thursday, July 2. South of the border, it's business as usual — and Wall Street closed out the first half of the year in style. Here's your full wrap of Tuesday's close and what's moving in markets this morning. 🇨🇦 TSX Snapshot (Closed for Canada Day) The S&P/TSX Composite booked a modest gain in Tuesday's session — the last day of trading before the holiday — with strength in Healthcare, Clean Technology and IT offsetting softer commodity names. Index Close (Jun 30) Change S&P/TSX Composite 34,858.64 +0.10% Leaders: MDA Ltd (+8.50%), Trekor Metals (+8.19%) and Celestica (+6.15%) led gainers, while Silvercorp Metals (-7.24%), Methanex (-5.47%) and Rogers Communications (-4.63%) lagged. Advancers outpaced decliners 503 to 473 on the day. Looki...
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Jimmy Carter: A Legacy of Peace and Service

 

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and a beacon of humanitarian efforts, passed away peacefully at the age of 100 in Plains, Georgia. Carter, who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981, was known for his unwavering commitment to human rights, peace, and public service.

Carter's post-presidential years were marked by his dedication to improving global health, promoting democracy, and building homes for the homeless through his work with Habitat for Humanity. His efforts earned him respect and admiration worldwide, and he remained an active advocate for peace and human rights until his final days.

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden expressed their condolences, describing Carter as an extraordinary leader whose life was guided by compassion and moral clarity. World leaders and ordinary citizens alike have mourned his loss, reflecting on his enduring impact on the world.

Carter's legacy is a testament to the power of service and the impact one individual can have on the lives of millions. His memory will continue to inspire future generations to strive for a more just and compassionate world.


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