Barrie Rings in New Year at New Downtown Venue
Downtown Barrie's New Year's Eve festivities have a new home this year. Discover the details of the venue change and what revellers can expect for the celebration.
Downtown Barrie's New Year's Eve festivities have a new home this year. Discover the details of the venue change and what revellers can expect for the celebration.
Communities across Canada's Maritime provinces are preparing early New Year's Eve fireworks and countdowns to welcome 2026. Get details on the festive plans.
The Windsor-built Dodge Charger Sixpack Scat Pack has been crowned Vehicle of the Year by The Detroit News, a major win for Ontario's auto sector amid cross-border trade tensions. Discover the details of this prestigious accolade.
A new survey reveals just 33% of Canadians feel hopeful about 2026. Discover the national mood as the year ends and what experts say about this outlook.
Canada's federal budget deficit for the first seven months of the fiscal year widened sharply to C$18.37 billion, a 27% increase. Explore the details and implications for the economy.
Winnipeg Transit will provide complimentary service on December 31st to encourage safe celebrations. Plan your ride home and enjoy the festivities responsibly.
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques expresses regret for his strong criticism of federal fiscal management. Get the details on the Ottawa committee testimony and the context of his remarks.
Prince Edward Island's government reports a projected deficit of $367.4 million for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Explore the details and implications for the province's budget and public services.
Nova Scotia's deficit has reached $1.29 billion, driven by expenses outpacing revenue. Minister John Lohr delivered the final update on the 2025 budget. Learn the details.
An analysis of Ontario's finances reveals Premier Doug Ford's per-person spending and debt trajectory align closely with the Liberal era he once criticized as reckless. Explore the data.
Experts argue Canada's federal budgets have become unwieldy, burying key numbers in hundreds of pages of fluff. They call for a return to short, transparent documents for better accountability.
Merriam-Webster's 2025 Word of the Year is 'slop,' now defined as low-quality, mass-produced AI content. Discover the cultural shift behind this choice.
Montreal's STM will extend Green, Orange, and Yellow Line service until 3 a.m. on Dec. 31. Plan your safe ride home from celebrations with our detailed schedule guide.
Columnist Franco Terrazzano outlines a satirical five-step plan for creative government accounting, critiquing fiscal strategies under PM Mark Carney. Read the analysis.
Canada's largest lenders set aside 15% more for bonuses in fiscal 2025, driven by busy capital markets and trading. Discover which banks led the increase and the factors behind the surge.
Citigroup forecasts the STOXX 600 index will reach 640 by the end of 2026, citing supportive fiscal policies as a key driver. Get the full analysis and market implications.
Edmonton's Ice District Plaza will ring in 2026 with a headline concert by major Canadian music stars. Get details on the performers and event for this premier Alberta celebration.
The Saskatchewan government has announced an additional $1 billion in new spending. Get the details on where the funds are allocated and the provincial fiscal outlook.
Canada's fiscal watchdog says Ottawa should seek House of Commons approval to alter key fiscal targets, like the recently abandoned debt-to-GDP anchor. Read the latest on federal spending.
Canada's interim parliamentary budget officer, Jason Jacques, reversed his 'cliff' warning after reviewing Budget 2025, now deeming federal finances sustainable. Read the full analysis.
Barrie replaces its long-running 'Downtown Countdown' with a new family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration for 2026. Discover the details of the city's fresh start.
Tax expert Kim Moody warns that ignoring fiscal reality and using deceptive accounting could force future tax hikes on Canadians. Read the analysis of the 2025 Public Accounts.
University of Waterloo assistant coach Rob McMurren earns OUA's top assistant honour after decades of mentoring local athletes. Read about his career and impact.
Nova Scotia launches a new five-year tourism plan aiming for a $5 billion industry by focusing on year-round travel. Learn how the province plans to achieve this ambitious goal.
Italy's Politecnico di Milano opens its 163rd academic year, championing scientific diplomacy, European collaboration, and critical thinking in a polarized world. Read about its new strategic vision.
Mike McIntosh of Bear With Us Sanctuary in Sprucedale, Ontario, earns top honours as 2025's Wildlife Rehabber of the Year for his dedicated work in bear rehabilitation and conservation.
Edmonton Transit Service reminds riders that paper transit tickets must be used by December 31, 2025. Plan your trips to avoid losing unused fares.
Financial Post columnist Garry Marr explains how robust stock markets and employed children create unexpected tax-planning challenges for RESP withdrawals as the December 31 deadline approaches.
Oxford University Press names 'rage bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, defining the provocative online content designed to fuel anger and social media traffic. Discover the other contenders.
Discover ōsōji, Japan's centuries-old year-end deep cleaning tradition. Learn its history, spiritual significance, and how it offers a mindful reset for the new year.