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Global Markets React: Wall Street Rally Meets Mixed International Response

Global Markets Mixed Despite Wall Street Rally

Wall Street surges on strong economic data and earnings while global markets show divided reactions. Discover what's driving investor sentiment and which sectors are leading the charge.

Vancouver Council Approves $21M Emergency Funding for Police & Fire Departments

Vancouver OKs $21M for police, fire budget gaps

Vancouver City Council has greenlit $21 million in emergency funding to cover budget overruns for police and fire services, addressing critical public safety needs amid financial pressures.

Barrie's 2026 Budget Planning Begins: Your Tax Dollars at Work

Barrie's 2026 Budget Planning Underway

City of Barrie kicks off early budget deliberations for 2026, focusing on infrastructure, community services, and financial sustainability. Learn how your tax dollars will be allocated.

Mark Carney's Budget Warning: Canada's Fiscal Fix Will Take Decades to Show Real Results

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.

Essex Drives Change: Taxi Licensing Fees Suspended Until 2025 to Boost Local Economy

Essex Waives Taxi Licensing Fees Until 2025

The Town of Essex eliminates taxi licensing fees until December 2025, providing financial relief for drivers and improving transportation access for residents across the municipality.

Moncton's New Seniors Centre Finds Its Home: City Council Selects Downtown Location

Moncton Selects Downtown Site for New Seniors Centre

Moncton moves forward with long-awaited seniors centre as city council approves the former Moncton Lumber site downtown. The strategic location promises enhanced accessibility and community integration for older adults.

Sudbury Residents Face Potential 5.7% Property Tax Increase in 2024 Budget

Sudbury Property Tax Could Rise 5.7% in 2024

Greater Sudbury homeowners could see significant tax hikes as city council debates 2024 budget priorities, with infrastructure and community safety driving proposed increases.

London, Ontario Puts Aggressive Housing Plan on Hold: What This Means for Homeowners

London Puts Aggressive Housing Policy on Hold

London City Council hits pause on controversial 'as-of-right' four-unit housing policy amid concerns about infrastructure and community impact. Learn about the new limitations being considered.

Vancouver Councillor Pushes for Enhanced Equity Strategy After Controversial Office Closure

Vancouver Councillor Pushes Enhanced Equity Strategy

Vancouver city councillor OneCity's Christine Boyle advocates for strengthening the city's equity framework following the abrupt closure of the Equity Office, highlighting ongoing commitment to marginalized communities.

London City Council Approves 35% Pay Hike for Next Term in Contentious Vote

London Council approves 35% pay hike for next term

London City Council has approved a significant 35% salary increase for the next term, while rejecting proposed severance pay changes. The controversial decision passed with a 8-7 majority vote.

U.S. Proposes Two-Year International Force to Stabilize Gaza in UN Security Council Push

US Proposes 2-Year International Force for Gaza

The United States has formally recommended deploying an international stabilization force to Gaza for up to two years, marking a significant shift in post-conflict planning as Israel-Hamas hostilities continue.

Barrie Council Greenlights Land Swap for New Banting Memorial High School | Major Education Milestone

Barrie Approves Land Swap for New Banting High School

Barrie City Council approves groundbreaking land exchange agreement with Simcoe County District School Board, paving the way for state-of-the-art Banting Memorial High School facility with enhanced community amenities.

Edmonton's Electric Bus Gamble: A Multi-Million Dollar Bet on Green Transit

Edmonton's Electric Bus Gamble: Costs & Challenges

Edmonton City Council faces a critical decision on transitioning to electric buses amid budget constraints and environmental goals. Discover the challenges and opportunities in this major transit overhaul.

Montreal's Political Landscape Transformed: Borough Battles and Mayoral Showdown Reshape City Hall

Montreal Election: Borough Battles Reshape City Politics

Dramatic election night in Montreal sees razor-thin margins in borough races and a new political era unfolding. Discover which neighborhoods became political battlegrounds and how the city's power structure is shifting.

U.S. GDP Slowdown: More Than Just Stock Market Pain - What It Means for Your Wallet

U.S. GDP Slowdown: Beyond Stock Market Effects

The latest U.S. GDP figures reveal deeper economic troubles that extend far beyond Wall Street. Discover how slowing growth, persistent inflation, and consumer strain could impact the broader economy and your financial future.

Ottawa's Lansdowne 2.0 Project Faces Union Backlash Over Construction Contracts

Lansdowne 2.0 Faces Union Contract Concerns

Ottawa's building trades council raises alarm about non-union contractors and wage concerns in the massive Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment project, warning of potential labor disputes.

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