B.C. Family's Retirement Plan: ETFs or Real Estate?
A B.C. couple in their 30s with three young children navigates maternity leaves and saving for retirement. They debate investing in ETFs or property to reach their goal of retiring by 60.
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Ottawa's New Zoning Bylaw to Reshape Neighbourhoods
Ottawa is set to pass a major zoning bylaw overhaul to accommodate 500,000 new residents, shifting growth from urban sprawl to densification. Learn how your neighbourhood could change.
Edmonton Council Asks for Input on Infill Changes
Edmonton City Council is inviting residents to share their views on proposed changes to infill housing rules. Have your say on the future of city neighbourhoods.
Developer seeks extension for Harrow's Sunset Gardens project
A Windsor developer is requesting a time extension for the Sunset Gardens subdivision in Harrow. Get the latest details on this local municipal development story.
Calgary hiring coordinator for first city census since 2019
Calgary is preparing for its first municipal census in nearly a decade, hiring a program coordinator to oversee the 2027 count. The city council has reinstated biennial civic censuses to improve local data.
Saugeen Shores offers free pre-approved home designs
The Town of Saugeen Shores introduces a catalogue of free, pre-approved house designs to speed up construction and reduce approval times for new housing. Learn how this initiative tackles the housing shortage.
Water Capacity Issues Create Uncertainty for Kitchener Developers
Developers in Kitchener face uncertainty as water capacity concerns in the Region of Waterloo threaten future projects. Learn about the potential impacts on growth and housing.
HRM Announces New Suburban Plan for Halifax
Halifax Regional Municipality has announced the development of a new suburban plan. Learn about the key details and what it means for the city's future growth.
Windsor event safety costs rise, creating budget tension
A Windsor city report reveals growing tension between enhanced event safety planning and escalating operational costs. Officials seek balance for 2026.
New Laws and Rules Coming to Canada in 2026
A look at the new federal and provincial regulations coming into force across Canada in 2026, from policy shifts to public safety updates. Stay informed on what's changing.
Barrie Passes New Interim Control By-law for Expansion
The City of Barrie has enacted a new Interim Control By-law to guide its upcoming expansion. Learn about the details and what this means for future development.
Tougher Penalties for Impaired Driving Start 2026
New, stricter penalties for impaired drivers are coming to Ontario in 2026. Learn about the changes and how they aim to enhance road safety across the province.
Winnipeg Council Vote on Granite Curling Club Development
Winnipeg city council is set for a crucial vote on the future development of the historic Granite Curling Club. Critics demand a concrete plan for the site.
Saskatoon reconsiders Wildwood Golf Course move
Saskatoon city council is revisiting plans to relocate the Wildwood Golf Course. Get the latest details on this municipal development and what it means for the community.
Barrie may ban left turns at busy intersection
The City of Barrie is exploring a ban on left-hand turns at a high-traffic intersection on Sunnidale Road to improve safety and traffic flow. Learn about the proposed changes and their potential impact.
Is $2.75M Enough for Halifax Couple to Retire Early?
A Halifax couple, 55 and 54, with a $2.75 million portfolio aims for early retirement. A financial expert assesses if their savings can sustain a $140K-$150K annual income and when to claim CPP and OAS.
N.L. girl's disappearance prompts calls for tougher abduction laws
The mysterious disappearance of a young woman in Newfoundland and Labrador six weeks ago has reignited demands for stronger legal measures to prevent abductions and protect the vulnerable.
London Committee Moves Forward on Housing Project Boundary
London's Planning Committee has approved a new boundary for a residential development, moving forward despite a local First Nation's request for formal consultation. Learn the details and implications.
Alberta's Smith uses Sovereignty Act against federal gun laws
Premier Danielle Smith follows a federal economic agreement by invoking the Alberta Sovereignty Act to block enforcement of Ottawa's gun seizure program. Explore the political strategy.
Deportation Debate for Non-Citizen Criminals in Canada
A controversial case in Bradford, Ont., sparks a national debate on whether judges should consider immigration consequences during sentencing for serious crimes. Read the full analysis.
Alberta to Announce Firearms Rules Defying Federal Buyback
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government will unveil new rules allowing gun owners to bypass the federal buyback program and may expand property defence laws. Learn the details.
Minister: Religion not a defence for hate speech
Heritage Minister Marc Miller defends removing religious defence from hate speech laws. Liberals and Bloc Québécois amend Bill C-9, the Combating Hate Act. Read the latest.
Bill C-9 Removes Religious Text Defence from Hate Speech Laws
The Liberal government's Bill C-9, backed by the Bloc Québécois, aims to eliminate a crucial Criminal Code defence protecting religious expression, potentially criminalizing quoting sacred texts. Read the analysis.
Edmonton Approves Infill Housing Without Parking Requirements
Edmonton's five-year-old 'open-option' parking bylaw allows dense infill without parking spots, impacting affordability and lifestyle. Critics argue it limits resident choice.
Danielle Smith Moves to Strengthen Self-Defence Laws in Alberta
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces new guidance for police and prosecutors on self-defence cases, while opposing Ottawa's gun confiscation program. Read the latest on provincial policy changes.
Poilievre: Removal of Religious Hate-Speech Exemption an Assault
A Liberal-Bloc deal to remove a religious exemption from Canada's hate-speech laws sparks a fierce debate over freedom of speech and religion. Conservatives vow to oppose the change.
Toronto Plans 20 km of New Bike Lanes Despite Province
Toronto is moving forward with plans to install 20 kilometres of new bike lanes, asserting its authority despite recent provincial legislation. Learn how the city plans to proceed.
Deal Removes Religious Exemption from Hate-Speech Laws
The Liberal government has agreed to remove the 'sincerely held' religious belief exemption from Canada's hate-speech laws to secure Bloc Québécois support for Bill C-9. Learn about the key changes and political implications.
20 Drivers Ticketed for Distracted Driving in Vancouver
Vancouver police issued 20 distracted driving tickets in a 2-hour enforcement blitz. Learn the consequences and how to avoid fines on BC roads.
$200K for Ottawa 'Red Flag' Firearm Law Awareness
Ottawa Victim Services receives federal funding to expand a campaign raising awareness of 'red flag' laws and their role in preventing intimate partner violence.
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