Calgary Mayor Farkas Confronts 5.8% Tax Hike in 2026 Budget
Calgary City Council debates 2026 budget with 5.8% property tax increase. Mayor Jeromy Farkas urged to implement zero-based budgeting to provide taxpayer relief.
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Vancouver Park Board raises parking and program fees
Vancouver Park Board announces increased fees for parking, programs and facilities under new 'Zero Means Zero' budget strategy. Learn how these changes affect residents.
Health-Conscious Drink Demand Rises in Canada
A new report reveals Canadians are driving a major shift towards non-alcoholic and health-conscious beverages. Discover the trends reshaping the industry.
Edmonton's sub-zero temperatures here to stay
Edmonton faces prolonged cold spell with temperatures staying below freezing. Get the latest weather forecast and prepare for winter conditions in Alberta.
Calgary faces week of sub-zero temperatures after storm
Calgary braces for extended cold snap with daily highs below zero all week. Slick roads and sidewalks persist after recent snowfall. Stay updated on weather conditions.
Calgary budget discussions begin with public input
Calgary launches multibillion-dollar budget discussions with significant public participation. Over 130 residents signed up to share their perspectives on city spending priorities.
Regina Floral Conservatory faces potential funding cuts
The Regina Floral Conservatory confronts potential funding reductions as it prepares to present to city councillors during budget discussions. Learn how this could impact the beloved botanical attraction.
Budget watchdog calls for transparency after fiscal changes
Canada's parliamentary budget officer demands better fiscal transparency after Liberal government shifts economic anchors. Read the latest developments.
WECHU approves slight 2026 budget spending increase
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has approved a modest spending increase for its 2026 budget. Learn how this affects local public health services in our community.
Essex proposes 4.92% tax increase for 2026
Town of Essex reveals draft 2026 budget with 4.92% tax rate increase. Learn how this affects residents and what services will be impacted.
Windsor Police Seek 4.16% Budget Hike for 2026
Windsor Police Services Board proposes 4.16% budget increase for 2026, aiming to enhance public safety services. Learn about the financial plan and its implications.
Readers Sound Off on Net Zero and Housing Affordability
Canadians express strong opinions on federal climate targets and housing affordability in a recent letters to the editor section. Discover the public's growing concerns.
B.C. Doctor Studies Anesthetic Drugs in Space
A B.C. anesthesiologist is pioneering research into how anesthetic drugs behave in zero gravity, a critical step for future long-duration space missions and medical emergencies in space.
Kitchener rolls out new electric Zamboni fleet
The City of Kitchener is charging up its ice maintenance with a new fleet of electric Zambonis, aiming for a greener future for community sports. Discover the details.
PBO: Low Chance Carney Govt Hits Fiscal Targets
Canada's budget watchdog reports a mere 7.5% probability the Carney government will achieve its key fiscal anchors, including reducing the deficit-to-GDP ratio. Read the analysis.
Prince Albert councillors eye property tax hike
Prince Albert budget committee begins 2026 budget deliberations with potential property tax increases on the table. Stay informed about municipal financial decisions.
Lakeshore proposes 4% tax increase in 2026 budget
Lakeshore residents face a 4% property tax increase under the 2026 draft budget. Learn how this affects municipal services and community funding in Ontario.
Interim PBO's Fiscal Honesty Threatens His Job
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques exposes unsustainable debt and accounting concerns in Carney government's budget. Will his transparency cost him the permanent position?
Homelessness, affordability dominate London budget input
Public input for London's 2026 budget highlights a urgent community focus on homelessness and affordability. Nonprofit sector poised as key partner in city's strategy.
PBO reveals Liberal budget accounting tricks
Parliamentary Budget Officer confirms $94B in Liberal 'capital investments' don't meet standard definitions, exposing fiscal manipulation in Carney's first budget.
Report Warns Canada's EV Mandates Threaten Auto Sector
C.D. Howe Institute study reveals Canada's electric vehicle mandates risk driving up costs and undermining competitiveness without meaningful emission reductions. Learn why reforms are urgently needed.
B.C. Drops 2035 Zero-Emission Vehicle Mandate
B.C. abandons its 2035 zero-emission vehicle mandate, citing unrealistic targets and declining EV sales. Energy Minister Adrian Dix to introduce new legislation in spring.
Cambridge councillors frustrated with budget changes
Cambridge city councillors express frustration over new budget meeting procedures, calling them 'setting us up for failure.' Read about the heated municipal debate.
B.C. Redraws EV Mandate, Scraps 100% Goal by 2035
British Columbia revises its electric vehicle sales mandate, abandoning the 100% zero-emission target by 2035. Provincial rebates discontinued as federal incentives remain available.
Carney's accounting tricks fail to impress
Parliamentary Budget Officer finds Carney government's capital spending definition 'overly expansive' in new report. Read the full analysis of Canada's fiscal framework.
Liberal strategist reveals Carney budget negotiations
Liberal strategist discloses how last-minute negotiations shaped Mark Carney's inaugural budget. Get exclusive insights into the high-stakes political process.
London mayor pushes back against tax rate reduction
London Mayor faces opposition from Coun. Susan Stevenson seeking deeper tax cuts in 2026 budget. Get the latest on municipal financial debates.
Saskatoon Council Debates Transit Police in Budget
Saskatoon city council considers implementing transit police during 2025 budget discussions. Key decisions on public safety and transportation funding ahead.
Carney's Budget Passes, No Early Election
Prime Minister Mark Carney's budget passes crucial confidence vote, avoiding snap election. Liberals secure fourth term with $78.3-billion deficit plan.
Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Up 5.39% for 2026
Sault Ste. Marie residents face a 5.39% property tax increase for 2026, driven by a significant rise in the police budget. Learn about the financial impact and where your tax dollars are going.
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