Edmonton Plans Crackdown on Derelict Commercial Buildings
The City of Edmonton is exploring new measures to tackle abandoned commercial properties, aiming to revitalize neighbourhoods and improve community safety. Learn about the proposed solutions.
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N.S. Property Values Soar to $200 Billion Record
Nova Scotia's total property assessment has surged 8% to a historic $200 billion. Discover the key drivers, especially Halifax's role, and what it means for homeowners.
Edmonton's 2026 property assessments arrive in mailboxes
Edmonton homeowners should check their mail for 2026 property assessments. The city has sent out notices detailing updated values, which impact municipal taxes. Learn the key dates and steps to take.
Edmonton Property Tax Assessments Explained for 2026
Over 440,000 Edmonton property tax notices are arriving. Learn how assessments work, why your increase may differ from the 6.9% average, and the professional process behind the valuations.
HR boss out at Toronto security firm after pay delays
One Community Solutions, a firm with millions in city contracts, parts ways with its HR head as guards finally receive back pay after missed holiday cheques. The city's potential liability is examined.
London homeowners dispute property line with federal farm
East London residents are locked in a property line dispute with a federal agriculture research station. The federal facility is flexing its authority over the contested boundary.
GM takes $6B hit from changing EV, emissions policies
General Motors records massive $6 billion in charges as government electric vehicle incentives are cut and emissions standards fade. Explore the financial impact on the auto giant.
GM hit with $6B charges amid shifting EV, emissions policies
General Motors takes a massive $6 billion financial hit due to reduced electric vehicle incentives and fading emissions standards. Explore the details and implications for the auto industry.
Judge slams women over failed Airbnb business lawsuit
A B.C. judge has dismissed a lawsuit between two women over a failed Airbnb venture, criticizing their conduct. Get the details on the Vernon and Kelowna property dispute.
$150K in stolen goods recovered by Manitoba RCMP
Manitoba RCMP have recovered over $150,000 worth of stolen property, including a skid steer, from a rural property. Read the details of the significant seizure.
Toronto Proposes 2.2% Property Tax Hike for 2026
Toronto city staff have recommended a 2.2 per cent property tax increase for 2026. Learn what this means for homeowners and the city's budget planning.
Windsor Property Crimes Down 11.6% in 2025
New data reveals a significant 11.6% decrease in crimes against property in Windsor for 2025. Explore the details and what it means for community safety. Read the full report.
EllisDon Expands Mandatory Hard Hat Rules to All Site Personnel
EllisDon enforces new safety rule: all personnel on its worksites must wear CSA/ANSI Type 2 hard hats with chin straps starting Jan 1, 2026. A move to cut traumatic head injuries.
Arrests in Northern Ontario Property Crime Spree
Ontario Provincial Police have made arrests following a series of break-ins at seasonal properties in northern Ontario. Get the latest details on the investigation and charges.
Alberta wage theft soars to $3.7 million in 2025
Alberta courts issued 400 judgments for unpaid wages in 2025, leaving workers owed a staggering $3.7 million—an 84% increase from the previous year. Discover which companies are the biggest violators.
B.C. Lowers Homeowner Grant Threshold for 2026
The B.C. government has reduced the property value threshold for its homeowner grant to $2.075 million for 2026. Find out if you qualify and how to apply for the tax relief.
B.C.'s 5 Most Valuable Homes: Wilson Tops List
Lululemon founder Chip Wilson's Vancouver mansion remains B.C.'s most valuable home despite an 11% drop in assessed value. See the full list of top properties.
New tip, sick leave laws now in effect in Saskatchewan
Significant employment law changes are now active in Saskatchewan, affecting how workers receive tips and access paid sick leave. Learn what the new regulations mean for employees and employers across the province.
New B.C. property assessments now online for 2025
B.C. Assessment's 2026 property valuations are live. See how your home's value changed as of July 1, 2025, with notable shifts for celebrity-owned estates in Vancouver and Burnaby.
New Saskatchewan rules protect tips, expand sick leave
Saskatchewan's new employment standards took effect Jan. 1, 2026, banning employers from withholding tips and changing sick leave rules. Learn about the key changes for workers.
$73M West Vancouver Mansion Value Upheld by Board
BC's Property Assessment Appeal Board rules Holborn Group's 14-bedroom West Vancouver mansion is not overvalued at $73M. Details on the luxury property and the ruling.
3 Toronto driving schools have licences revoked in 2025
Three Toronto driving schools had their operating licences revoked this year for failing to meet provincial standards. Learn about the Ministry of Transportation's audit process and the broader context of licence revocations in Ontario.
Only 52% of high-volume government services met standards
A Treasury Board report reveals a decline in federal service performance, with under half of high-volume services meeting internal standards last year. Read the details and analysis.
B.C. Court Rulings Jeopardize Private Property Rights
Two recent B.C. court decisions undermine private property rights, threatening the province's economic foundation. Analysis of the Cowichan Tribes and Gitxaala rulings and their implications.
Montreal yoga teacher fights harmful beauty standards
A Montreal yoga instructor, grieving the loss of her sister to an eating disorder, is challenging toxic 'skinny culture' and redefining health. Read her powerful story.
U.S. Homeowners Revolt Against Soaring Property Taxes
A nationwide property tax revolt is gaining momentum, with homeowners fighting soaring bills. This voter anger could dramatically impact the 2026 elections. Read the details.
Ottawa's Former Hudson's Bay Building on Rideau for Sale
The landmark former Hudson's Bay building on Rideau Street in Ottawa is officially for sale. Discover the future of this prime downtown property and what it means for the city's retail landscape.
Edmonton Humane Society earns national accreditation first in West
The Edmonton Humane Society achieves a major milestone as the first animal shelter in Western Canada to receive national accreditation. Learn what this means for animal welfare standards in Alberta and beyond.
Waterloo slaps rental owners with nearly 300 charges
Waterloo authorities have issued close to 300 charges against rental property owners this year for bylaw violations. Discover the details and what this crackdown means for tenants and the housing market.
Psychologists rally against training standard changes in Ottawa
Canadian psychologists gathered at Parliament Hill on December 6, 2025, to oppose federal proposals that would reduce training requirements. Learn why experts warn this could impact mental healthcare access.
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