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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.

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.

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.

Suncor Hikes Dividend, Beats Earnings Expectations

Suncor Energy delivers impressive Q4 results, beating earnings expectations and rewarding shareholders with a substantial dividend increase amid rising oil prices and operational improvements.

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.

Canada's 2025 Budget: 6 Hidden Proposals You Missed

Discover the overlooked proposals in Canada's 2025 federal budget that could significantly impact housing, clean energy, and your wallet. Mark Carney's influence shapes these under-the-radar initiatives.

Flames recall defence prospect Yan Kuznetsov

The Calgary Flames have recalled defensive prospect Yan Kuznetsov from the AHL's Calgary Wranglers, adding size and skill to their blue line as they navigate the NHL season.

Budget 2025 Cuts Intelligence Watchdog Funds

Canada's 2025 federal budget reveals significant cuts to intelligence oversight agencies, raising concerns about transparency and accountability in national security operations.

Canada signs defence pact with Philippines

Canada takes strategic step in Indo-Pacific strategy with new defence agreement signed in Manila, enhancing military cooperation and regional security partnerships.

Canada-Philippines defence pact counters China aggression

Canada and the Philippines have signed a landmark defence agreement to enhance military cooperation, conduct joint exercises, and address growing security concerns in the South China Sea amid China's expanding territorial claims.

Canada-Philippines Defence Pact Counters China Aggression

Canada and the Philippines are finalizing a landmark defence agreement that will significantly expand military cooperation, enhance combat training exercises, and strengthen regional security in response to China's growing assertiveness in the South China

Canadian Military Targets 400,000 Reserve Personnel

Canada's Department of National Defence is developing an ambitious mobilization strategy to dramatically expand its reserve forces, potentially growing to 400,000 personnel to enhance national security readiness.

Shell Beats Estimates with $7.7B Q2 Profit

Royal Dutch Shell delivers powerhouse Q2 2023 results, crushing analyst forecasts with $7.7 billion profit as strategic shifts and LNG demand fuel financial triumph.

Second suspect charged in London protest case

London police have charged a second individual following protests at the Best Defence conference, with both suspects facing multiple criminal charges including assault with a weapon.

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