North Bay eyes 4.58% tax increase, may tap reserves
North Bay city staff recommend using financial reserves to limit the 2026 property tax increase to 4.58%. Learn about the budget proposal and its implications for taxpayers.
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Gimli Mayor Suspended Following Probe
The mayor of the Rural Municipality of Gimli has been suspended from office after an investigation substantiated several allegations. Learn the details of the council's decision.
Leamington Changes Bylaw Dispute Handling System
The Municipality of Leamington has approved a new system to handle bylaw disputes outside the traditional court process, aiming for more efficient resolutions. Learn about the changes.
Leamington Council Approves Bylaw Penalty System
Leamington council has approved a new administrative penalty system for bylaw enforcement, moving away from the traditional court process. Learn how this will streamline enforcement and impact residents.
Lakeshore limits staff conference attendance
Lakeshore council implements new limits on the number of conferences town administration can attend. The decision aims to manage costs and ensure productivity.
Calgary moves to overhaul city reserves policy
Calgary's executive committee votes 14-1 to reform city reserves policy, mandating annual reviews and quarterly reporting to boost transparency and align funds with strategic goals.
Why Nations Are Hoarding Food Again
Governments from Scandinavia to Asia are rebuilding emergency grain reserves, fearing market failures. Economists warn this could backfire, raising prices globally. Read the analysis.
Trump's Venezuela Move May Benefit China, Analysts Say
President Trump claims the U.S. raid in Venezuela counters China, but experts argue it could let Beijing offload a failed investment and even repeat its Iraq success. Analysis inside.
World Oil Reserves & Top Producers Amid Venezuela Crisis
The U.S. intervention in Venezuela spotlights global energy assets. Explore the world's top oil reserves and producers in our detailed analysis.
Wilmot Township's 2026 budget gets first review
Wilmot Township council has received its initial look at the proposed 2026 financial budget. Get the key details on municipal spending plans for the upcoming fiscal year.
Krugman Critiques Trump's Venezuela Oil Claims
Nobel laureate Paul Krugman dismantles Donald Trump's assertions about capturing wealth from Venezuela's oil, citing major economic and logistical barriers. Read the full analysis.
GOP Splits with Trump on Venezuela's Democratic Future
Republicans urge democracy in Venezuela as Trump prioritizes oil imports. Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado's fate hangs in the balance. Read the latest on the political rift.
Canadian Miner Wins Chile Lithium Project Approval
Vancouver's Wealth Minerals Ltd. secures approval for a lithium project in Chile as prices rebound. The move aligns with Chile's goal to double lithium output, tapping the world's largest reserves.
Venezuela's Oil Potential Locked by Sanctions, Investment Gap
Venezuela holds the world's largest oil reserves but production is a fraction of its peak. Sanctions and crumbling infrastructure mean its impact on tight global crude markets remains minimal. Discover the barriers to unlocking its potential.
U.S. Venezuela Move: Impact on Canada's Oil Industry
Following the arrest of Venezuela's president, U.S. plans to revive its oil industry could challenge Canadian energy investments. Explore the global reserve shift and market implications.
U.S. Venezuela Oil Shift Poses Risk to Canada's Industry
Following the arrest of Venezuela's president, U.S. plans to revitalize its oil industry could sideline Canadian firms. Explore the implications for Canada's energy sector.
Venezuela Oil Shift Makes Canadian Pipelines a Necessity
U.S. President Donald Trump's takeover of Venezuela's oil sector underscores the critical need for Canada to build new pipelines to access global markets, boosting national revenues.
Trump Signals Access to Venezuela Oil, Boosting U.S. Companies
U.S. oil companies see gains after former President Trump signals potential access to Venezuela's vast reserves, reshaping global energy dynamics. Explore the implications for markets and geopolitics.
Trump's Venezuela Raid Kills 80, Vows to 'Run' the Country
President Trump's military operation to abduct Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, resulting in 80 deaths, has plunged the nation into crisis. Experts warn of chaotic, illegal U.S. occupation with dire consequences for 28 million Venezuelans. Read the analy
Vance Defends Trump's Venezuela Actions on Drugs, Oil
Vice President JD Vance offers a pointed defense of U.S. military action in Venezuela, citing narcoterrorism and reclaimed oil assets as key justifications. Read the full analysis.
Venezuelan Oil Revival Poses Major Risk to Canada
Adam Pankratz argues Canada must urgently build coastal pipelines to compete as Trump revives Venezuela's massive heavy crude reserves, threatening Alberta's oil sands market.
U.S. Captures Venezuela's Maduro, Plans Occupation
U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a raid. President Trump pledges open-ended control, citing oil reserves. Regional backlash grows. Read the latest.
U.S. Captures Venezuela's Leader, Takes Control of Oil
In a dramatic move, U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and seized control of the country's oil reserves. Canada's foreign minister has responded to the escalating crisis.
Corn Slumps Most in a Month on China Reserve Talk
Corn futures in Chicago posted their steepest intraday drop in over a month, pressured by speculation China may release domestic grain reserves. Get the full analysis on the market implications.
Kingsville Council Approves 2026 Municipal Budget
The Town of Kingsville has officially passed its budget for 2026, outlining municipal spending priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. Discover the key details and financial direction.
Edmonton policing costs to increase in 2026 due to inflation
Municipal policing expenses in Edmonton are set to climb in 2026, driven by inflationary pressures. Learn how this will impact the city's budget and services.
Alberta's Municipal Spending Problem: No Tax Relief
Despite promises, Alberta municipalities continue to raise property taxes, hitting businesses hardest. Calgary and Edmonton budgets reveal a pattern of unsustainable spending.
Canada's Plan for 400,000 Reservists Faces Questions
Canada's military aims to expand its reserve forces to 400,000 personnel, but critics question the feasibility, cost, and training plans for this massive mobilization initiative.
Trump Orders Naval Blockade on Venezuela Oil Tankers
President Trump announces a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers bound for Venezuela, escalating military pressure to cripple the Maduro regime's economy. Read the latest on this major foreign policy move.
Leamington Proposes 2.5% Tax Increase for 2026
The Municipality of Leamington is considering a 2.5% property tax rate increase for its 2026 budget. Learn about the proposed changes and their potential impact on local residents.
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