Swiss reject mandatory national service for women
Swiss voters have decisively rejected proposals for mandatory national service for women and a new inheritance tax. Learn how this shapes gender equality debates in Switzerland and beyond.
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Surrey shooting under police investigation
Surrey Police Service confirms active investigation into shooting incident. Authorities urge public cooperation as they gather evidence and seek witnesses.
Canada launches public AI register for government use
The Canadian government has launched a public AI register detailing over 400 systems across 42 institutions. Discover how AI is transforming public service from chatbots to insect identification.
Carney's Political Staffers: Too Much Power?
Analysis of tensions between PM Carney's partisan staff and non-partisan public servants. Are exempt staff undermining evidence-based governance? Read the investigation.
Regina homicides up in 2025 as overall crime falls
Regina Police report 10 homicides in 2025 so far, marking an increase despite continued decline in overall crime rates across the city. Latest statistics reveal complex crime trends.
Budget cuts threaten bilingual public services: watchdog
Official Languages Commissioner Raymond Théberge warns federal budget cuts could erode language rights and bilingual services. Learn how this impacts Canadians.
Rising Alberta health costs make private option viable
As Alberta's health-care spending hits 39% of the provincial budget, the UCP proposes private service options. Could this blended model solve the system's crisis?
Windsor Police 2026 budget gets 4% board approval
Windsor Police Service's proposed 2026 budget sees a 4.16% increase, now heading to city council for final approval. Learn about the costs behind community safety.
Public servants face retirement timing dilemma amid buyouts
Canadian public servants planning December retirement face difficult choice: retire now with permanent pension penalty or wait for potential government buyout program. Expert analysis reveals timelines and risks.
Ottawa transit riders want better service with fare increases
OC Transpo riders in Ottawa express concerns about proposed 2026 fare increases, demanding improved service quality alongside higher costs. Learn what changes commuters want.
Canada Post reports $541M loss in third quarter 2025
Canada Post faces unprecedented $541 million loss before taxes in Q3 2025 as digital transformation challenges traditional mail services. Learn how this impacts Canadian postal services.
Broken prison sprinklers cost $1.1M in repairs
Two malfunctioning sprinklers at a New Brunswick prison resulted in a staggering $1.1 million repair bill for Correctional Service Canada. Learn how minor maintenance issues can lead to major taxpayer expenses.
Canada Post reports $541M loss in third quarter
Canada Post faces unprecedented $541 million pre-tax loss in Q3 2025 amid declining mail volumes and rising costs. Learn what's behind the financial crisis.
O-Train Line 1 Service Restored Following Power Issue
Regular O-Train service has resumed on Line 1 after a power system defect caused disruptions. Ottawa commuters can now return to normal transit schedules following repairs.
Calgary Transit ends weekend two-car CTrain pilot
Calgary Transit has discontinued its two-car CTrain pilot project for weekends and holidays after data showed crowding risks during peak periods and events.
TTC Line 2 Service Returns to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Toronto's TTC increases Line 2 service to pre-pandemic levels as office workers return. Mayor Chow announces trains every 2.5 minutes during rush hour. Read more about transit improvements.
Barrie's $31M Allandale GO Transit Hub Opens
Barrie welcomes its new $31 million Allandale transit hub, marking a significant upgrade for GO bus services and public transportation in Simcoe County. Discover the enhanced facilities and improved commuter experience.
Government insists public service cuts will be minimal
Government House Leader Steven MacKinnon confirms federal public service reductions will be minimal while addressing Liberal budget survival and policy stance. Read the latest developments.
Canada's bureaucracy costs surge 80% to $71.4 billion
Federal personnel costs hit $71.4B in 2024/25, up 80% from 2015. Budget 2025 aims to cut 40,000 positions amid criticism over spending growth outpacing population.
Federal bureaucracy costs jump 80% over decade
New government data reveals federal bureaucracy costs increased 9% last year, reaching $71.4 billion. Ottawa plans to cut 40,000 public service jobs over five years.
PSAC: Federal workers to learn layoff details shortly
Public Service Alliance of Canada reveals federal employees will receive potential layoff information shortly. Stay informed about government workforce changes.
Crisis complaints surge in B.C., ombudsperson reports
B.C. Ombudsperson Jay Chalke reveals significant increase in crisis-driven complaints amid growing public service challenges. Learn about the emerging trends and concerns.
PSAC: Public service layoff notices coming 'shortly'
PSAC warns 30,000 federal job cuts will devastate public services. Union urges Parliament to reject austerity budget as layoff notices loom.
Cloudflare outage hits X, ChatGPT, and major services
A widespread Cloudflare outage disrupted services like X and ChatGPT, affecting users globally. The company is working on a fix. Read the latest updates.
Cloudflare Outage Disrupts ChatGPT and X Services
A widespread Cloudflare outage on November 18, 2025, caused major disruptions to ChatGPT, X, and numerous internet services. Learn how this infrastructure failure impacted users globally.
REM Service Down After Truck Hits Viaduct in Montreal
Montreal's REM light rail service faces major disruptions after a truck collision damaged infrastructure near Bois-Franc station. Stay updated on service restoration efforts.
How New Public Service Early Retirement Buyouts Work
Learn how the federal government's $1.5B early retirement incentive program will work for Canadian public servants, funded by the pension plan surplus. Get the details on eligibility and timeline.
Federal public service cuts exceed attrition capacity
Analysis reveals Canadian government's plan to cut 40,000 public service jobs by 2028-29 cannot rely solely on attrition. Departments like CRA face significant challenges despite early retirement incentives.
TTC and GO Transit weekend service adjustments announced
Major transit updates for Toronto and surrounding areas this weekend. Plan your travel with details on TTC and GO Transit service changes affecting commuters across the GTA.
TTC and GO Transit weekend service changes detailed
Multiple service adjustments planned for TTC and GO Transit this weekend. Stay informed about route changes and travel alternatives in the GTA.
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