CANADA STOCKS-TSX opens higher on easing of Ukraine worries

TORONTO, Aug 18 (Reuters) - Canada's main stock index opened higher on Monday as the risk of a further escalation of the conflict in Ukraine appeared to diminish, boasting gains in most major sectors. The Toronto Stock Exchange's S&P/TSX composite index was up 40.75 points, or 0.27 percent, at 15,344.99 shortly after the open. (Reporting by John Tilak Editing by W Simon)