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Federal outsourcing hits $26.1B despite cuts promise

Federal Budget 2025 projects a 37% surge in spending on private consultants, contradicting Liberal election pledges to reduce reliance on outsourcing. Analysis reveals a troubling shift away from public service expertise.

UBC researchers slash rayon's chemical footprint

UBC scientists develop a cleaner method to make rayon using microfibrillated cellulose, reducing harsh solvent use by up to 70%. A win for sustainable fashion and B.C.'s green economy.

Spotify back online after worldwide outage

Spotify has largely restored its streaming service after a widespread outage on December 15, 2025, impacted thousands of users globally, according to Downdetector data.

Federal workers over $150K up 96% in 5 years

New data reveals a 96% jump in federal public servants earning over $150,000 in five years, with 27,261 workers now in that bracket. Explore the figures and what they mean for Canada's largest employer.

Open drug use declines in Sudbury's downtown core

A Greater Sudbury police initiative to improve downtown safety is yielding positive results, with a noticeable drop in open drug use and other offences. Learn about the strategy and its impact.

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