Visa, Mastercard to cut fees in major settlement
Visa and Mastercard reach a landmark settlement with U.S. retailers, reducing fees and allowing merchants to reject high-cost premium credit cards. Learn how this impacts Canadian businesses.
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Windsor development charge freeze extended to 2031
Windsor City Council has extended the development charge freeze until 2031 and added an annual review clause. Learn how this affects local construction and growth.
Winnipeg Proposes End to Some Free Parking, Adds App
Winnipeg's new parking strategy could eliminate certain free parking spaces while introducing modern payment options and dynamic pricing to address downtown congestion and revenue challenges.
Chatham-Kent proposes 49% tax hike in 2026 budget
Chatham-Kent officials are sounding the alarm as the 2026 budget proposes nearly 50% tax increase, blaming provincial funding restrictions for forcing drastic measures on local taxpayers.
Essex Waives Taxi Licensing Fees Until 2025
The Town of Essex eliminates taxi licensing fees until December 2025, providing financial relief for drivers and improving transportation access for residents across the municipality.
Kingsville Approves Infrastructure Savings Plan
Kingsville Town Council approves groundbreaking infrastructure savings strategy, creating dedicated reserve funds to tackle aging facilities without burdening taxpayers.
Budget 2025: Ottawa ends investment transfer fees
The Canadian government unveils plan to eliminate investment transfer fees, promising more competition and lower costs for investors across the country.
How Projet Montreal Blew Their Election Chances
An in-depth look at how Luc Rabouin and Projet Montreal's miscalculations led to their shocking election loss, despite early polling advantages and established political machinery.
Northern Ontario Municipalities Struggle with Police, Health Budgets
Northern Ontario communities face mounting financial pressure as they discover limited authority over police and public health budgets, creating taxpayer strain.
Selkirk Removed from Manitoba Capital Planning Region
The Manitoba government has removed Selkirk from the Capital Planning Region in a significant municipal restructuring move that reshapes regional governance in the Interlake.
Lansdowne 2.0 Audit Reveals Hidden Costs, Taxpayer Risks
Shocking audit exposes massive unforeseen expenses and financial risks in Ottawa's ambitious Lansdowne Park redevelopment plan, raising questions about taxpayer burden.
Montreal's future needs vision beyond 100 days
As Montreal's new administration settles in, experts argue that lasting urban transformation requires looking beyond political timelines to tackle deep-rooted infrastructure and governance issues.
Toronto snow clearing budget frozen, no service improvements
Toronto residents face another winter with limited snow clearing services as city officials confirm no budget for costly operational changes. Learn what this means for sidewalks, bike lanes, and neighborhood streets.
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.
Sault Ste. Marie monitors 28 intersections with cameras
Sault Ste. Marie enhances traffic monitoring with closed-circuit cameras at 28 key intersections, aiming to improve road safety and driver behavior across the city.
Côte Saint-Luc Mayor Loses by 1 Vote, Demands Recount
Incumbent Mayor Mitchell Brownstein demands full judicial recount after losing Côte Saint-Luc municipal election by just one vote to challenger David Tordjman in unprecedented political thriller.
Private Photos Exposed in Small Town Election Scandal
A quiet Canadian town's municipal election erupts in scandal after private photos of candidates surface in alleged blackmail attempt, raising questions about digital privacy in local politics.
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.
Montreal's Political Future: Projet Montréal's Next Move
Exclusive analysis of Projet Montréal's path forward after losing official party status. Discover the challenges and opportunities facing Montreal's political landscape.
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.
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.
Former Refugee Elected Montreal Mayor in Historic Victory
In a groundbreaking political victory, Balarama Holness becomes Montreal's first mayor who arrived in Canada as a refugee, shattering barriers and inspiring new generations of Canadians.
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.
Auditor warns Lansdowne 2.0 deal risks taxpayer money
Ottawa's auditor general raises red flags about the Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment, warning the proposed contract lacks protection against unexpected costs that could burden taxpayers.
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.
Ottawa Plans Speed Limit Harmonization in Orleans
City of Ottawa plans to harmonize speed limits along a 75-kilometer stretch of road in Orleans, aiming to improve traffic flow and enhance road safety for all users.
Longueuil Mayor Catherine Fournier Re-elected in 2025
Montreal's South Shore political landscape remains stable as Catherine Fournier triumphs in Longueuil's 2025 municipal election with overwhelming voter support.
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