Regina city council begins a week-long review of the 2026 budget, facing a proposed 15.69% mill rate increase. Key decisions on police funding, utility rates, and potential service cuts are on the table.
Canada's annual inflation rate remained at 2.2% in November, while Quebec's rate fell to 3.0%. BMO economist Sal Guatieri discusses the economic outlook. Read the latest data and analysis.
Canada's annual inflation rate remained steady at 2.2% in November 2025, even as grocery prices climbed. Get the latest details on the Consumer Price Index and what it means for your wallet.
A tragic mass shooting at an unlicensed bar near Pretoria has left 12 dead, including three children. Police are searching for three suspects as South Africa grapples with endemic gun violence. Read the full report.
Alberta's unemployment rate plummeted from 7.8% to 6.5% in November, marking the largest monthly drop outside a pandemic since 1976. Over 28,000 new jobs were created.
Alberta gained more jobs than any other province in September 2025, but its unemployment rate remains higher than the national average. Explore the latest labour market data from Statistics Canada.
Windsor-Essex celebrates a historic employment high as the local job market rebounds strongly, fueled by investment stability. Discover the numbers and the driving forces behind this economic turnaround.
Manitoba's unemployment rate has dropped below the national figure, a positive economic sign for the province. Discover the latest Statistics Canada data and what it means for Winnipeg and the region.
The Canadian dollar soared above 72 cents U.S. after a surprisingly strong November jobs report, reinforcing expectations the Bank of Canada will hold rates. Discover the market impact.
Canada's surprisingly strong November jobs report, with 54,000 new positions, has economists predicting the end of rate cuts and flirting with the possibility of a hike in 2026. Discover the market implications.
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
Canada's labour market showed strength in November, adding 54,000 jobs and lowering the unemployment rate to 6.5%. Get the full analysis of the latest StatCan report.
Morgan Stanley admits it 'jumped the gun,' revising its December U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate prediction. Get the full analysis on this significant market shift.
CIBC offers Canada's lowest uninsured one-year fixed mortgage rate at 4.74%. Analysts warn of potential rate volatility ahead of key central bank announcements this week.
The federal government has begun notifying 68,000 public servants about a new early retirement program, a key step in its plan to cut 40,000 jobs from the bureaucracy. Learn the eligibility criteria and what the union says.
The Municipality of Leamington is considering a 2.5% property tax rate increase for its 2026 budget. Learn about the proposed changes and their potential impact on local residents.
Forecasts for the Canadian dollar turn less bullish as a key trade deal remains out of reach and fewer Fed rate cuts loom. Explore the economic implications.
As Ottawa seeks spending cuts, an opinion piece argues for refocusing on core government needs like security and food, questioning agencies like the NFB. Read the analysis.
Edmonton City Council approves a 6.9% property tax increase for 2026, funding Explore Edmonton. A motion for a steeper hike to quickly refill city reserves was defeated. Learn the details and implications for homeowners.
New StatCan data reveals a concerning rise in young people charged with murder in Canada, even as the overall homicide rate declines. Explore the details and implications.
Housing Minister Gregor Robertson addresses a Parliamentary Budget Officer report detailing federal spending reductions and their projected 'modest' effect on new housing supply. Get the latest analysis.
Statistics Canada data reveals Manitoba had the highest homicide rate among provinces in 2024. Explore the national crime trends and what this means for community safety.
London faces a critical overhaul of its homelessness strategy after losing millions in federal funding, even as the number of unhoused residents continues to rise. Learn about the city's urgent challenge.
White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett cited a 19-cent drop in turkey prices as proof of Trump's economic strength, drawing swift criticism online as broader data shows food inflation rising. Read the full story.
The Regina Police Service is asking for a 6% budget increase for 2026, the largest single request in the city's preliminary budget. Learn how this proposed hike could affect your property tax bill.
Wall Street's rally stalled as a sharp cryptocurrency selloff and rising global bond yields prompted investor caution. Bitcoin tumbled 7%, while the S&P 500 briefly fell below 6,800. Read the full analysis.
Silver prices surged to a historic peak on December 1, doubling this year and outpacing gold's rally. Traders bet on tight supplies and potential Fed rate cuts. Discover the market drivers.
President Donald Trump confirms he has chosen his nominee for Federal Reserve chair, with top adviser Kevin Hassett the frontrunner to replace Jerome Powell and pursue rate cuts. Details on the selection and market impact.
Edmonton confronts a $52.3 million structural budget deficit, threatening its financial reserves and city services. Officials warn of potential service cuts and fee increases.
Robert Smol alleges Prime Minister Mark Carney's government is systematically dismantling veteran support through budget cuts and legislative changes. Veterans urged to organize and protest.