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Lansdowne 2.0: Ottawa's Billion-Dollar Gamble

Ottawa's ambitious Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment faces mounting scrutiny over financial risks, transparency concerns, and questionable assumptions that could leave taxpayers bearing the burden.

Vancouver Police, Fire Depts $21M Over Budget

Vancouver's emergency services are facing a combined $21 million budget overrun, raising concerns about fiscal management and taxpayer burden. Learn what's driving the costs.

Kingsville keeps paper ballots for 2026 election

Kingsville Council votes 5-2 to maintain traditional paper ballots in 2026, prioritizing election security and cost-effectiveness over digital alternatives despite provincial encouragement.

Calgary Mayor Outlines Federal Budget Wishlist

Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas outlines his key priorities for the upcoming federal budget, focusing on job creation, transit funding, and downtown revitalization in a post-pandemic recovery plan.

Montreal's Election Crisis: 80% Voter Skip

Shocking voter apathy grips Montreal as recent municipal election sees record-low turnout, raising alarms about civic engagement and political leadership in Canada's second-largest city.

Kimberly-Clark Buys Kenvue in $32B Deal

In a landmark move shaking up the consumer products industry, Kimberly-Clark completes acquisition of Kenvue, forming a powerhouse expected to generate $32 billion in annual revenue.

Coeur Mining buys New Gold in $20B merger

Two Canadian mining leaders join forces as Coeur Mining acquires New Gold Inc., creating a mining powerhouse valued at approximately $20 billion in a landmark deal that reshapes North America's gold mining landscape.

Manitoba Offers $1 for Winnipeg's Lemay Forest Land

The Manitoba government has proposed purchasing approximately 80 acres of city-owned land surrounding Lemay Forest for a symbolic $1, sparking debate about conservation versus development in Winnipeg.

Montreal 2025 Election: Voter Turnout Surges

Montreal's 2025 municipal election witnessed a remarkable increase in voter participation, breaking recent trends and signaling renewed civic engagement across the city's diverse boroughs.

Coeur Mining Acquires New Gold in C$265M Stock Deal

In a landmark move reshaping Canada's mining landscape, Coeur Mining announces strategic acquisition of New Gold through an all-stock transaction valued at approximately C$265 million, creating a diversified precious metals powerhouse.

Montreal voter turnout hits near 40-year low

Montreal's municipal election sees continued decline in voter participation, marking the third lowest turnout since 1986. Analysis reveals troubling trends in civic engagement across Canada's second-largest city.

Montreal Election: Borough Battles Reshape City Politics

Dramatic election night in Montreal sees razor-thin margins in borough races and a new political era unfolding. Discover which neighborhoods became political battlegrounds and how the city's power structure is shifting.

Coeur Mining Buys New Gold in US$7B Canadian Deal

In a landmark transaction reshaping Canada's mining landscape, Coeur Mining acquires New Gold Inc. and its two prolific Canadian gold operations in a massive US$7 billion deal that creates a new North American mining powerhouse.

Soraya Martinez Ferrada Elected Montreal Mayor

Soraya Martinez Ferrada makes history as Montreal's new mayor, celebrating a decisive victory in Saint-Michel while outlining her vision for affordable housing and community development.

Kimberly-Clark Buys Tylenol Maker in $48.7B Deal

In a landmark move reshaping the consumer healthcare landscape, Kimberly-Clark announces its acquisition of Kenvue, the company behind Tylenol and other household brands, in a staggering US$48.7 billion transaction that creates a new industry powerhouse.

Laval Mayor Stéphane Boyer Re-elected in 2025

Montreal's municipal political landscape sees continuity as Laval Mayor Stéphane Boyer wins decisive re-election, promising continued urban transformation and economic development.

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