Feds move $900M pension surplus, PSAC criticizes
The federal government transfers a $900M pension surplus to its general account, sparking union criticism. PSAC demands funds be reinvested in workers' benefits.
Category : Search result: Treasury Board savings
$95K lost in Guelph investment scam, police warn
Guelph Police are warning the public after a local resident lost $95,000 in an investment scam. Learn the red flags and how to protect your finances.
How to prepare for your first meeting with a financial planner
A Windsor couple in their 30s with a $130K income prepares to meet a financial planner for the first time. Experts detail the essential documents to bring and key questions to ask to achieve their home-buying goal.
Feds move $900M pension surplus, total hits $2.8B
The federal government is moving another $900 million surplus from the public service pension fund to a central account, bringing the total to $2.8 billion. Public sector unions are alarmed. Read more.
New School Trustees Aim to Prepare Students for Future Jobs
Newly appointed public school board trustees in Windsor-Essex, including an auto industry executive, aim to bridge the gap between education and the evolving workforce, as the board tackles a $6.4M deficit. Learn about their plans.
Government Rejects Public Service Productivity Measurement
The federal government has dismissed a key recommendation to collect data on public service productivity, drawing criticism from observers. Read why experts say this decision hampers effective management.
Government Rejects Call to Measure Public Service Productivity
The federal government has declined a proposal to implement productivity measurement across the public service. Treasury Board President Shafqat Ali's decision, announced December 16, 2025, sparks debate on accountability.
GECDSB Appoints Two New Trustees in Windsor
The Greater Essex County District School Board has filled two vacant trustee positions. Learn about the new appointees and their roles in local education governance.
Saskatoon app helps families compare grocery prices
A new app developed by a Saskatoon woman helps families compare grocery prices as Canada's food price report forecasts higher costs. Learn how this tool aims to ease budget struggles.
Federal Government Rejects Public Service Productivity Metrics
A new report outlines 19 ways to boost federal productivity, but the government shows no interest in tracking it. Discover the key findings and Ottawa's response.
10 Vie for 2 Vacancies on Windsor-Essex School Board
Ten applicants are set for interviews to fill two sudden trustee vacancies on the Greater Essex County District School Board. The successful candidates will serve until the 2026 municipal election.
Amazon Lightning Deal: $100 Lyft Credits for $85
Amazon offers a limited-time Lightning Deal: get $100 in Lyft ride credits for just $85. This 15% discount is a practical gift for non-drivers, travel, or late-night rides. Credits never expire.
Study: STM could save $3,500/day with electric buses
A new study shows Montreal's public transit agency could save thousands daily by switching to a full electric bus fleet. Discover the financial and environmental benefits.
St. Thomas Eyes Savings with Emslie Field Grandstand Plan
St. Thomas's 1938 Emslie Field grandstand, closed as unsafe, could see a 'fresh start' in the 2026 budget, offering potential cost savings for the city. Learn about the future of this local landmark.
U.S. Health Care Costs Skyrocket, Market Reform Urged
Analysis reveals U.S. health care costs have surged 155% as a share of GDP since 1970. Columnist Star Parker argues for free-market solutions like Health Savings Accounts to cure a 'sick' system.
Leaked Plan Suggests Full-Time Office Return for Federal Workers
A leaked Treasury Board document reveals plans for a stricter, five-day in-office mandate for federal public servants by 2027, sparking union backlash and concerns over productivity and morale.
Minister: OCDSB trustees not returning soon
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra states trustees are unlikely to return to the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board in the near future. Get the latest details on the ongoing situation.
Federal workers over $150K up 96% in 5 years
New data reveals a 96% jump in federal public servants earning over $150,000 in five years, with 27,261 workers now in that bracket. Explore the figures and what they mean for Canada's largest employer.
TFSA Cash Stash: Canadians Missing Out on Investment Growth
A TD Bank survey reveals 39% of Canadians keep cash in TFSAs, missing potential investment growth. Learn smarter strategies to deploy your 'dead dollars' for tax-free gains.
How Canadians Can Save at the Grocery Store
As food prices climb, new digital tools are emerging to help Canadian shoppers stretch their budgets. Discover practical strategies for smarter grocery spending.
Windsor-Essex School Board Seeks Trustee Applicants
The Greater Essex County District School Board is accepting applications until Dec. 10 to fill two trustee vacancies. Learn about eligibility and how to apply for these key public education roles.
Early Retirement Info Sent to 68,000 Federal Public Servants
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.
68,000 Early-Retirement Notices Sent to Public Servants
The federal government has begun a major downsizing, issuing nearly 70,000 early-retirement notices with $1.5B in incentives. Learn how this impacts the public service.
Quebec cutting 5,000 government jobs, ordering office return
The Quebec government announces major workforce reductions and a hybrid work mandate. Learn the details and implications of this significant public sector shift.
Bessent: Confident Supreme Court Will Back Trump Tariffs Legality
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expresses confidence the Supreme Court will uphold the legality of tariffs imposed during the Trump administration. Get the latest on this pivotal trade policy case.
Dell family donates $6B to 'Trump accounts' for kids
Michael and Susan Dell announce a historic $6 billion donation to fund accounts for 25 million American children. Get the full details on this major philanthropic move.
Ontario education minister appoints himself supervisor of school board
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra has appointed himself interim supervisor of a northern Ontario school board, taking direct control. Get the full story on this provincial intervention.
Unions Seek Clarity on Federal Return-to-Office Rumours
Public service unions are pressing the government for details on rumours of a full-time office mandate, calling any such plan 'reckless and out of touch.' Get the latest updates.
Year-End RESP Planning: Navigating Too Much Success
Financial Post columnist Garry Marr explains how robust stock markets and employed children create unexpected tax-planning challenges for RESP withdrawals as the December 31 deadline approaches.
Ontario Education Minister Appoints Himself School Board Supervisor
Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra appoints himself as interim supervisor of the Near North District School Board, citing incompetence. This marks the sixth board placed under provincial supervision.
Page 1 of 4