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Manitoba Approves Life-Saving Drug for Dying Boy

A Steinbach family celebrates as the Manitoba government approves coverage for a costly medication that could save their son's life after months of uncertainty and desperate appeals.

Chatham-Kent proposes 49% tax hike in 2026 budget

Chatham-Kent officials are sounding the alarm as the 2026 budget proposes nearly 50% tax increase, blaming provincial funding restrictions for forcing drastic measures on local taxpayers.

Manitoba First Nations Push for Federal Budget Changes

Manitoba First Nations leaders are calling for urgent amendments to the federal budget, arguing it fails to address pressing infrastructure, healthcare, and economic development needs in their communities.

BC Libraries Struggle with Soaring eBook Demand

British Columbia libraries are facing a digital crisis as exploding demand for eBooks and digital materials outpaces available funding, creating growing wait times and access barriers for patrons across the province.

Federal Budget 2025: Quebec's Major Gains

Discover how Quebec stands to gain billions from Ottawa's latest budget, with massive investments in healthcare, green technology, and infrastructure that could transform the province's economic landscape.

$750M Budget Boost for Early-Stage Canadian Tech

Canada's 2025 federal budget addresses the critical 'valley of death' funding gap with $750 million in strategic investments aimed at helping early-stage tech companies scale and compete globally.

PEI's $1.6B Plan: New Hospital & Schools Coming

Prince Edward Island reveals ambitious five-year capital plan featuring new hospital, schools, and healthcare facilities across the province in historic infrastructure investment.

Essex OPP Officers Now Wearing Body Cameras

Essex County Ontario Provincial Police have launched a body-worn camera program for frontline officers, enhancing transparency and evidence collection in police-community interactions.

Canadian Unity Crisis: Carbon Tax Divides Nation

As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau refuses to pause the carbon tax increase amid soaring living costs, provincial leaders warn of growing national unity crisis. Discover why Canada faces its most significant constitutional challenge in decades.

Alberta's Notwithstanding Clause Faces Intense Scrutiny

Alberta's plan to invoke the notwithstanding clause in its sovereignty act legislation sparks intense constitutional debate and sets the stage for a historic political showdown over provincial powers versus federal authority.

Ontario Poll: Majority Say Province on Wrong Track

A new poll shows growing dissatisfaction among Ontarians with the province's direction, with economic pressures and healthcare concerns driving widespread pessimism about Ontario's future.

Alberta Seeks New Auditor General Amid Extension Offer

Alberta's government is launching a search for a new Auditor General while current AG Doug Wylie offers to extend his term for two more years, creating political tension and uncertainty around financial oversight.

Manitoba Offers $1 for Winnipeg's Lemay Forest Land

The Manitoba government has proposed purchasing approximately 80 acres of city-owned land surrounding Lemay Forest for a symbolic $1, sparking debate about conservation versus development in Winnipeg.

Ford Challenges Carney's Carbon Tax Ad Criticism

Ontario Premier Doug Ford challenges former Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney's criticism of provincial carbon tax advertisements, highlighting the ongoing political battle over carbon pricing in Canada.

Alberta Water Act Changes Spark Debate

Alberta's government proposes sweeping changes to water allocation rules, sparking heated debate between industry advocates and environmental watchdogs. Learn how this could reshape water management across the province.

Holstein Man Faces 15 Charges in Crime Spree

A 32-year-old Holstein man is confronting multiple serious charges following an alleged crime spree that included arson, assault, and extensive property damage in a quiet Ontario community.

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