Budget Showdown Fizzles: Politics Over Principle
The Liberal government survives a critical budget vote as opposition threats dissolve. Discover why no party wanted a Christmas election and the political calculations behind the anticlimax.
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Interim PBO's Fiscal Honesty Threatens His Job
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques exposes unsustainable debt and accounting concerns in Carney government's budget. Will his transparency cost him the permanent position?
Liberals survive fourth confidence vote in Ottawa
Canada's minority Liberal government survives another confidence vote on a budgetary motion, averting a snap election as opposition leaders criticize their methods as unsustainable.
Federal bureaucracy costs jump 80% over decade
New government data reveals federal bureaucracy costs increased 9% last year, reaching $71.4 billion. Ottawa plans to cut 40,000 public service jobs over five years.
Liberal Budget Passes Crucial House Vote, Election Averted
Prime Minister Mark Carney's government survives a high-stakes confidence vote on the federal budget, preventing a snap holiday election. Get the latest political analysis.
Carney's Budget Passes, No Early Election
Prime Minister Mark Carney's budget passes crucial confidence vote, avoiding snap election. Liberals secure fourth term with $78.3-billion deficit plan.
Trump Cuts Tariffs as Inflation Hits US and Canada
Soaring grocery prices pressure Trump to lower tariffs, but Canada faces even steeper inflation. Analysis of the political and economic fallout for both nations.
MPs vote today on Mark Carney's first budget
Canadian MPs will cast crucial votes on Prime Minister Mark Carney's inaugural budget today. The budget, tabled November 4, represents the government's economic vision for the nation. Follow live updates.
Canada's Budget Vote: 3 Scenarios Including Election
Prime Minister Mark Carney's minority government faces crucial confidence vote on November 17 budget. Will Canadians face Christmas election? Key details and scenarios analyzed.
Veterans Affairs faces $4.2B in planned budget cuts
As Remembrance Day tributes fade, a retired Canadian Armed Forces member questions the sincerity of 'thank you for your service' amid planned $4.2 billion cuts to Veterans Affairs.
Conrad Black Defends Poilievre Amid Conservative Defections
Conrad Black analyzes Pierre Poilievre's Conservative leadership amid party defections and Mark Carney's election victory. Read the political commentary.
Carney's budget fails to address Canada's economic crisis
John Snobelen analyzes why Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget demonstrates timidity instead of bold action needed for Canada's economic challenges. Read more.
Oil and gas producers applaud Ottawa's major projects list
Canada's oil and gas sector welcomes federal government's updated major projects list, signaling potential regulatory streamlining for energy development projects across the country.
Carney refers infrastructure strategy to Major Projects Office
Mark Carney submits comprehensive infrastructure plan with six initiatives to Canada's Major Projects Office, signaling new wave of federal projects. Learn about the economic implications.
Carney's priorities skip Alberta-B.C. pipeline
Mark Carney's initial priorities, revealed in reports, show no mention of the Alberta to B.C. coast pipeline, a key project for the Smith government. Explore the implications for Canada's energy sector.
Carney flies 153,000 km as PM, more trips planned
Prime Minister Mark Carney continues extensive travel with upcoming UAE and South Africa visits, having flown 153,000 km across 28 trips in his first eight months.
COP30 carbon footprint equals Samoa's annual emissions
UN climate conference in Brazil will generate emissions equivalent to Samoa's annual output while Canada maintains unrealistic climate targets. Read the full analysis.
Federal Budget 2025 Cuts 40,000 Public Service Jobs
Mark Carney's first budget cuts 40,000 federal jobs, drawing union criticism. Analysis of workforce reductions and AI implementation in public service.
Canada's 2025 Federal Budget: Carney's Influence Revealed
Canada's 2025 federal budget reveals sweeping economic reforms with Mark Carney's influence evident. Discover how businesses are reacting to new fiscal policies and what it means for the Canadian economy.
Carney Government Survives Critical Budget Vote
Prime Minister Carney's minority government narrowly survives the first of several confidence votes on the federal budget, setting the stage for continued political tension in Ottawa.
Carney's PM ambitions: Why China would be pleased
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney's rumoured political ambitions are raising eyebrows as analysts suggest China would enthusiastically support his rise to power, creating potential foreign policy complications for Canada.
Carney's Carbon Tax Plan Echoes Trudeau's Mistakes
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney's proposed carbon pricing strategy faces criticism for mirroring Justin Trudeau's contentious climate policies that divided Canadians and impacted affordability.
Carney Signals Major Fiscal Policy Shift in Budget
Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney announces a significant departure from traditional fiscal management, emphasizing strategic investment over austerity measures in the latest budget framework.
The Case for Permanently Closing the U.S. Government
A provocative argument suggests the U.S. government has grown too bloated and inefficient. Discover why some experts believe permanent closure might actually benefit America.
Carney's Economic Stance Mirrors Trudeau Policies
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney's recent economic commentary bears striking resemblance to Liberal government policies, prompting questions about his political independence and future ambitions.
Carney's Budget: A Trudeau-Style Fiscal Crisis
Mark Carney's proposed budget faces intense scrutiny as experts warn of unsustainable spending mirroring Trudeau-era fiscal policies. Discover the alarming parallels and economic risks.
Carney's first budget gets mixed reviews
Prime Minister Mark Carney's inaugural budget faces polarized reactions across Canada, with economists praising fiscal responsibility while critics condemn spending cuts to social programs.
Climate plan costs hidden in federal budget, critics say
Federal budget documents exclude billions in climate strategy costs while revealing new carbon tax details. Analysis shows significant financial gaps in Canada's climate competitiveness plan.
Carney: Budget Results Will Take Decades
Former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney delivers sobering assessment of federal budget, warning economic transformation requires generational patience and strategic discipline.
MP's Carney Comments Before Floor-Crossing Revealed
Exclusive look at what Liberal MP Ken McDonald really said about Mark Carney just weeks before his dramatic floor-crossing, revealing political tensions within Canadian government.
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