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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.

Cambridge LRT Expansion Faces Growing Opposition

As Waterloo Region considers extending LRT service into Cambridge, vocal opposition emerges citing financial burdens, environmental impacts, and questions about the project's necessity for the growing community.

Ontario's Fiscal Update: Infrastructure & Jobs Focus

Ontario's government reveals ambitious fiscal update targeting infrastructure expansion and job creation across the province, with significant funding for highways, hospitals, and skilled trades.

Alberta, Ottawa Close to Major Energy Projects Deal

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith reveals significant progress in federal-provincial negotiations on major energy projects, potentially unlocking billions in investment and reshaping Canada's energy future.

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.

Zekelman Pays Canadians to Report Foreign Steel

Canadian steel manufacturer Zekelman Industries is offering financial incentives to Canadians who report unauthorized foreign steel being used in domestic construction projects, aiming to protect local jobs and industry standards.

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.

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.

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.

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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