N.S. spent $7.7B on health care last year: auditor
Nova Scotia's auditor general reports the province spent $7.7 billion on health care in the last fiscal year. Explore the details and implications of this massive investment.
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Alberta's Bleak Fiscal Outlook Amid Oil Price Drop
Alberta faces a growing deficit exceeding $6 billion and rising dependence on volatile energy revenues as oil prices tumble. Discover the tough choices ahead for the provincial government.
Heritage Foundation Calls for U.S. to Prioritize Marriage, Family
The Heritage Foundation's new report urges U.S. policymakers to strengthen marriage and family structures. Discover the conservative think tank's key proposals and their potential impact on social policy.
Conservative grassroots to debate abortion, DEI at convention
Conservative Party members will vote on contentious policy proposals, including abortion and conversion therapy, at their upcoming Calgary convention. Explore the potential shifts in party direction.
Pipeline Project Risks Persist After Trudeau Era
Analysis: Despite PM Mark Carney's push for energy projects, market volatility, climate policy, and geopolitics create major risks. Experts argue private firms assess these better than governments.
Toronto's 2026 Budget Unveiled by Mayor Olivia Chow
Mayor Olivia Chow presents Toronto's 2026 budget, outlining the city's financial priorities and investments for the coming year. Get the details on the plan.
U.S. to Control Venezuelan Oil Sales Indefinitely
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright states Washington will maintain control over Venezuela's oil exports 'indefinitely,' a major shift in foreign energy policy with global market implications.
Global Economy's 2025 Stability Was an Illusion
Despite steady growth, 2025's global economy masked the damage of U.S. tariffs and policy chaos. AI spending and fiscal expansion provided a fragile cover, but 2026 could reveal the true cost.
Ex-envoy: Canada 'parroting' Trump on Venezuela
A former Canadian diplomat criticizes Ottawa for aligning with a U.S. approach he calls anti-democratic towards Venezuela. Read the full analysis of Canada's foreign policy stance.
U.S. Venezuela Raid: Potential Impacts on Canada Explained
Political science expert Bryan Peeler breaks down the implications of a U.S. military operation in Venezuela for Canadian security, oil prices, and foreign policy. Read the full analysis.
Toronto's 2026 Budget Plan: Austerity and Tax Implications
Toronto faces fiscal challenges in its 2026 budget, prompting potential service cuts and tax increases. Learn how the city's financial strategy could affect residents.
How U.S. Venezuela Action Affects Canada
The U.S. capture of Venezuela's president raises global tensions. Explore five key ways this geopolitical shift could directly affect Canada's economy and foreign policy.
Quebec schools launch mandatory civility policy for students
Quebec has implemented a mandatory civility policy requiring students to use formal terms of respect when addressing teachers. The move sparks debate on its effectiveness and implementation.
Trump's Venezuela action betrays anti-war ideals
President Trump's military strike in Venezuela marks a sharp departure from his long-professed pacifist ideals, raising questions about ideological consistency. Read the analysis.
Quebec teachers say new school civility policy misses mark
Quebec's reintroduction of formal politeness rules in schools faces criticism from educators who argue it fails to address root causes of student behaviour. Learn why teachers say the policy misses the mark.
Canadian Caribbean travel disrupted after U.S. Venezuela operation
Canadian travel to the Caribbean faces major disruptions following a U.S. operation in Venezuela. Get the latest on flight cancellations and regional instability.
Unfulfilled Trump Tariff Threats of 2025
A look back at the major tariff threats made by former President Donald Trump in 2025 that ultimately did not come to pass, and what it means for trade policy.
2025 Fed Minutes to Expose Policy Divisions
The Federal Reserve's final 2025 meeting minutes, due for release, are expected to highlight significant internal divisions over the path for interest rates and inflation control. Discover the key insights for markets.
Trump Faces Uneasy Standoff with US Bond Market
A tense standoff is developing between former President Donald Trump and the massive US bond market, raising concerns about fiscal stability and investor confidence. Explore the details and potential implications.
Canada's Fiscal Deficit Grows 27% in 2025/26
Canada's federal budget deficit for the first seven months of the fiscal year widened sharply to C$18.37 billion, a 27% increase. Explore the details and implications for the economy.
Budget Officer Regrets 'Stupefying' Fiscal Remark
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques expresses regret for his strong criticism of federal fiscal management. Get the details on the Ottawa committee testimony and the context of his remarks.
P.E.I. forecasts $367.4M deficit for 2025-2026
Prince Edward Island's government reports a projected deficit of $367.4 million for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Explore the details and implications for the province's budget and public services.
Nova Scotia deficit climbs to $1.29B in fiscal update
Nova Scotia's deficit has reached $1.29 billion, driven by expenses outpacing revenue. Minister John Lohr delivered the final update on the 2025 budget. Learn the details.
Hockey, curling not joining Skate Canada's Alberta boycott
Canada's national hockey and curling bodies confirm they will not follow Skate Canada's lead in boycotting Alberta events due to provincial gender policies. Details on the sporting rift.
Trump's expanded travel ban hits Africa hardest
President Trump's latest travel restrictions focus heavily on African countries, sparking a muted international response. Get the full analysis on the policy's impact and global reaction.
Analysis: Ford's Spending, Debt Match Predecessor Wynne
An analysis of Ontario's finances reveals Premier Doug Ford's per-person spending and debt trajectory align closely with the Liberal era he once criticized as reckless. Explore the data.
Canada's Federal Budgets Need Slimmer, Clearer Format
Experts argue Canada's federal budgets have become unwieldy, burying key numbers in hundreds of pages of fluff. They call for a return to short, transparent documents for better accountability.
Europe Fires Back at Trump's 'Unacceptable' Security Strategy
Europe reacts strongly to the Trump administration's new National Security Strategy, which criticizes the continent's immigration policies, censorship, and loss of identity. Read the details of the diplomatic clash.
Ottawa drops Syria from state terrorism sponsors list
The Canadian government has formally removed Syria from its list of foreign state supporters of terrorism, marking a significant diplomatic shift. Explore the details and implications of this decision.
Five Easy Steps for Creative Government Accounting
Columnist Franco Terrazzano outlines a satirical five-step plan for creative government accounting, critiquing fiscal strategies under PM Mark Carney. Read the analysis.
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