Smith Government Opens Tax Reform Talks Amid Budget Deficit
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government signals willingness to discuss tax structure changes, including potential sales tax, as province faces $9 billion deficit and spending pressures.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's government signals willingness to discuss tax structure changes, including potential sales tax, as province faces $9 billion deficit and spending pressures.
The International Monetary Fund has approved a substantial $8.1 billion loan package for Ukraine, with $1.5 billion to be disbursed immediately to support the nation's economy amid ongoing conflict.
Alberta's budget remains heavily dependent on oil royalties, with non-renewable resource revenues projected to constitute 18% of total revenue over the next two years. However, subdued North American oil prices are creating significant deficits.
Ontario's housing industry calls for swift tax, financing, and regulatory changes to address stalled demand and capital, warning of worsening shortages if action is delayed.
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RecommendedDespite Canada's economic stagnation and falling behind U.S. states like Alabama in GDP per capita, Canadians maintain a strong sense of moral superiority over Americans, as highlighted by recent political discussions.
Edmonton-based engineering firm Stantec achieved record income in 2025 with $6.5 billion in net revenue, driven by defense contracts and AI data center projects across Canada and the U.S.
Alberta's UCP government projects deficits for the next four years, but analysis shows these figures are significantly lower than the inflation-adjusted deficits run by the previous NDP administration.
Calgary receives significant funding in Alberta's 2026 budget, but residents face increased property taxes. The budget allocates billions for infrastructure and services, sparking debate over fiscal priorities.
A tragic two-car accident in Melancthon, Ontario, has resulted in fatalities, with Ontario Provincial Police actively investigating the scene and circumstances surrounding the crash.
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RecommendedOver a dozen bus routes resumed service in northern Ontario as replacement workers took over during an ongoing school bus driver strike, with contract negotiations stalled.
Warner Bros. Discovery has declared Paramount's takeover offer superior to Netflix's bid, potentially igniting a fresh bidding war for the Hollywood giant.
A 51-year-old Gatineau man died after his pickup truck collided with a transport truck on Highway 401 west of Gananoque late Wednesday. The OPP is investigating the fatal crash.
FedEx announces it will return any refunds from Trump's illegal tariffs to customers, as a former ambassador criticizes the U.S. focus on domestic impacts over global effects.
The Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation is permanently shutting down its Scotia Square Mall location in Halifax due to a dramatic 160 percent rise in theft incidents, citing safety and operational concerns.
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Edmonton announces a $3 million Downtown Action Plan Fund offering grants up to $250,000 for recreational amenities and $100,000 for beautification and events to revitalize the city core.
Ottawa's Highway 417 will undergo two full closures in 2028 for rapid bridge replacements at Woodroffe and Maitland Avenues, with both streets widening to include bicycle lanes.
Despite economic uncertainty and threats from U.S. trade, Canadian borrowers are increasingly opting for variable mortgage rates, which offer lower initial costs and prepayment penalties compared to fixed rates, according to mortgage strategist Robert McL
British Columbia under Premier David Eby faces a record-breaking $13.3 billion deficit, highlighting fiscal irresponsibility across Canadian governments and urging spending cuts to avoid a debt crisis.
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RecommendedAmlan International partners with Elanco Animal Health for a three-day educational seminar in Japan, focusing on clinical approaches to manage diarrhea and pneumonia in suckling calves.
Uruguay and Argentina have become the inaugural Mercosur members to ratify the landmark EU trade agreement, marking a pivotal step in economic integration between the blocs.
Central Elgin is moving forward with a major development plan to transform the 416-acre former St. Thomas Psychiatric Hospital site into a new community, with officials promising visible progress by 2026.
A jewelry store within Brantford's Lynden Park Mall was targeted in a robbery. Authorities are investigating the incident, which adds to local crime concerns.
The Saint John LNG terminal in New Brunswick has received a significant shipment from Australia, marking a key development in Canada's energy infrastructure and international trade relations.
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British Columbia's minimum wage will increase to $18.25 per hour on June 1, 2026, marking the 11th consecutive annual raise under the NDP government's inflation-indexed policy.
The Building Ontario Fund is deploying innovative financing models to jumpstart critical projects like small modular nuclear reactors, with plans to sell stakes once operational to attract private capital.
A Guelph business has been hit by a significant theft, with approximately $40,000 worth of copper wire stolen. Police are investigating the incident, which highlights ongoing concerns about metal thefts in the region.
British Columbia announces a minimum wage hike to $18.40 per hour starting June 1, 2026, marking a significant boost for workers across the province amid ongoing economic adjustments.
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RecommendedCanadian Minister LeBlanc schedules crucial trade discussions with U.S. counterparts in Washington, aiming to address economic growth and investment barriers while navigating political tensions.