Saskatoon passes 6.7% property tax hike, one of highest
Saskatoon city council has approved one of the highest property tax increases on record at 6.7%. Chamber of Commerce CEO Jason Aebig warns about city's financial challenges.
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Canada's productivity crisis demands policy reform
Canada's productivity growth lags dramatically behind the U.S. and OECD nations. New analysis reveals widespread sectoral weaknesses requiring tax reform and regulatory reduction to spur business investment.
Saskatoon reduces tax increase via new user fees
Saskatoon city council has lowered the proposed 2026 property tax increase to 1% by introducing new user fees. Learn how this decision impacts residents.
Morgan Stanley fined €101M in Dutch tax evasion case
Morgan Stanley pays €101 million fine for Cum-Cum dividend tax evasion in the Netherlands. Learn about this major European tax enforcement case.
London Mayor defends 3.4% property tax increase for 2026
London's mayor prepares to defend 3.4% property tax increase approved for 2026 as city faces budget pressures. Get the latest on municipal finances.
Vancouver council approves zero property tax increase
Vancouver City Council has approved a historic property tax freeze for residents. Learn how this decision impacts homeowners and municipal services.
Carney's commerce-first policy ignores Sudan atrocities
Prime Minister Mark Carney's trade-focused foreign policy faces criticism for prioritizing economic deals over human rights concerns in Sudan and other global conflicts.
Essex County Municipalities Release 2026 Draft Budgets
Essex County, Kingsville, and Lakeshore have unveiled their 2026 draft budgets, featuring tax increases and infrastructure investments. LaSalle's new multi-use Loop trail opens Friday.
Sen. Jim Justice Settles $5M Tax Debt with IRS
West Virginia Senator Jim Justice and his wife agree to pay over $5 million to settle 15 years of unpaid income taxes following an IRS lawsuit. Discover the details of the case.
Quebec cuts deficit forecast, provides tax relief
Quebec's finance minister has revised the province's deficit downward and announced tax breaks for workers and industries affected by U.S. tariffs, including $290M for agriculture.
Canada's cannabis tax revenue tops $5.4 billion
Federal and provincial governments have collected over $5.4 billion in cannabis tax revenue since legalization. Discover how this revenue is impacting Canadian communities and the economy.
Essex Council Reviews 2026 Budget with 4.9% Tax Hike
Essex Council begins reviewing the proposed 2026 budget featuring a 4.9% property tax increase. Learn how this affects residents and what services are prioritized.
CRA tip line recovers $490M in unpaid taxes since 2018
The CRA's confidential tip line has identified nearly $490 million in unpaid federal taxes since 2018, targeting international tax evasion. Discover how the program works.
Norway's wealth tax lesson: millionaires leaving
Norway's experience with wealth taxes shows millionaires relocate abroad. As Canada debates tax policies, this European case study offers valuable insights for economic planning.
Essex proposes 4.92% tax increase for 2026
Town of Essex reveals draft 2026 budget with 4.92% tax rate increase. Learn how this affects residents and what services will be impacted.
Canadian Expats in UK: Tax Treaty Guide
Canadian citizens living in the UK face complex tax residency decisions. Learn about the Canada-UK tax treaty, implications for investments, and how to determine your fiscal domicile.
Ontario Can End Home Sales Tax Without Ottawa
Randall Denley argues Ontario should implement a full sales tax rebate on all new homes to boost construction and tackle the housing shortage, a move more effective than the limited first-time buyer plan.
Regina's 2026 budget forecasts 15.69% tax hike
Regina's draft 2026 budget proposes a 15.69% property tax increase, adding about $33 monthly for the average homeowner. Learn how this affects city services.
CRA claws back COVID benefits from deceased taxpayer
The CRA is demanding repayment of COVID benefits from a deceased taxpayer's estate, raising questions about policy fairness. Learn how RRSP values triggered this clawback and what it means for seniors.
Prince Albert councillors eye property tax hike
Prince Albert budget committee begins 2026 budget deliberations with potential property tax increases on the table. Stay informed about municipal financial decisions.
Ottawa plans $1M festival funding through hotel tax hike
Ottawa unveils plan to boost local festivals with $1 million annual funding from proposed hotel tax increase. Learn how this impacts city's cultural scene.
Edmonton Proposes 6.4% Property Tax Increase for 2026
Edmonton's 2026 budget reveals a proposed 6.4% property tax increase to fund $3.8 billion in city costs. Learn how this affects services and long-term planning.
Halifax faces 10.5% property tax hike or service cuts
Halifax council debates painful budget choice: implement 10.5% property tax increase or cut municipal services. Key decisions ahead for residents.
Lakeshore proposes 4% tax increase in 2026 budget
Lakeshore residents face a 4% property tax increase under the 2026 draft budget. Learn how this affects municipal services and community funding in Ontario.
Digital Services Tax Officially Ended in Federal Budget
Ottawa's 2025 budget legislation confirms the termination of Canada's digital services tax. Learn how this decision impacts tech companies and government revenue.
Orillia mayor uses strong powers to stop tax increase
Orillia's mayor has exercised strong mayor powers to veto a proposed property tax increase. Learn how this decision impacts the city's budget and residents.
Russia Approves Tax Hikes to Fund War After 4 Years
Russian lawmakers pass significant tax increases to bolster economy as Ukraine conflict approaches fourth year. Get the latest developments on wartime economic measures.
London mayor pushes back against tax rate reduction
London Mayor faces opposition from Coun. Susan Stevenson seeking deeper tax cuts in 2026 budget. Get the latest on municipal financial debates.
Why Edmonton's property tax relief plan may fail
Councillor Aaron Paquette proposes growing Edmonton's Ed Tel fund to $6B to offset property tax hikes, but experts question the feasibility amid regional tax disparities.
Edmonton council faces 6.4% property tax increase
Edmonton's new city council learns a 6.4% property tax levy increase is projected to cover growing municipal costs. Mayor Andrew Knack explains this addresses past pandemic-era lows.
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