400 jobs cut at Natural Resources Canada by 2029
The federal government confirms 400 positions will be eliminated at Natural Resources Canada by 2029. Get the details on the workforce reduction and its implications.
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Holiday Spending to Give Canadian Economy $11B Boost
Canadian consumers plan to spend an average of $943 this holiday season, injecting an estimated $11 billion into the national GDP. Get the details on the 'Buy Canadian' trend and economic impact.
Federal DEI bureaucracy costs $75M annually, critics call for cuts
Columnist Jerry Agar argues Canada's federal diversity, equity, and inclusion programs have succeeded and the bloated bureaucracy, costing over $75 million yearly, should be dismantled. Read the analysis.
$1.3M for Veteran Housing Supports in New Brunswick
The federal government is allocating $1.3 million to provide housing support for veterans in New Brunswick. Learn about the new funding and its impact.
Ottawa Begins Notifying Public Servants of Possible Job Cuts
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
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.
Loonie Outlook Dims as CUSMA Deal Remains Elusive
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.
Opinion: What a Slimmed-Down Canadian Government Must Keep
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.
Calgary Cuts Climate Funding, Boosts Transit in Budget
Calgary city council reallocates funds, reducing climate program spending while increasing transit investment as 2026 budget talks progress. Key details inside.
Minister responds to PBO report on housing spending cuts
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.
London rethinks homelessness plan as federal funds dry up
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.
Budget Deception Could Lead to Higher Taxes for Canadians
Tax expert Kim Moody warns that ignoring fiscal reality and using deceptive accounting could force future tax hikes on Canadians. Read the analysis of the 2025 Public Accounts.
$81B Defence Plan a Boon for Alberta Industry: MacKay
Former Defence Minister Peter MacKay says the federal government's $81-billion defence spending plan represents a massive opportunity for Alberta companies to supply the military.
Trump Picks Fed Chair, Hassett Likely Choice
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.
Veterans Face Budget Cuts and Policy Changes Under Carney
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.
Canada posts $16.1B deficit in fiscal first half
The Canadian government reported a $16.1 billion budgetary deficit for the April-to-September period amid economic challenges. Get the latest fiscal update and analysis.
Carney's $78.3B Deficit: A Historic Shift
Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget projects a $78.3-billion deficit, nearly double what the Trudeau government had planned. Discover the historical context and future implications for Canada.
Alberta health spending $9,597 per person in 2025
A new report shows Alberta's health care spending is growing faster than the economy, reaching $9,597 per person in 2025. Discover the key factors driving this increase.
Languages Commissioner Concerned About Federal Budget Cuts
Official Languages Commissioner Raymond Theberge expresses serious concerns about federal budget reductions impacting language services across Canada. Learn more about the potential consequences.
Budget cuts threaten bilingual public services: watchdog
Official Languages Commissioner Raymond Théberge warns federal budget cuts could erode language rights and bilingual services. Learn how this impacts Canadians.
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.
McGill axes varsity sports teams in sweeping overhaul
McGill University discontinues more than a dozen varsity sports teams, including track and field, citing budget pressures and facility limitations. Learn about the impacted programs.
$1.03M spent on two government conferences
Taxpayers funded $1.03 million for two lavish 2024 government conferences featuring $94,000 dinners, $1,340 musical spoons, and $915 flower arrangements. Discover the shocking details of federal spending.
Carney's Budget Shows Same Fiscal Traps as Trudeau
New research reveals Mark Carney's government may be repeating Justin Trudeau's fiscal forecasting errors. Learn how optimistic budgeting affects Canada's economy.
Ottawa spent over $1M on Montreal conferences
Federal government spending on two Montreal conferences exceeded $1 million, including musical spoons, scarves, and lavish dinners, drawing criticism from taxpayers.
Federal Budget Passes with Limited Enthusiasm
Prime Minister Mark Carney's federal budget passes House of Commons vote amid criticism of excessive spending and lack of public enthusiasm. Analysis of political implications.
Government insists public service cuts will be minimal
Government House Leader Steven MacKinnon confirms federal public service reductions will be minimal while addressing Liberal budget survival and policy stance. Read the latest developments.
Ford and Trudeau Fiscal Policies Show Similarities
Analysis reveals Ontario's Doug Ford and former PM Justin Trudeau pursued strikingly similar fiscal approaches despite different political rhetoric on spending and taxes.
Canada's bureaucracy costs surge 80% to $71.4 billion
Federal personnel costs hit $71.4B in 2024/25, up 80% from 2015. Budget 2025 aims to cut 40,000 positions amid criticism over spending growth outpacing population.
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.
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