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U.S. Birth Rate Hits Low: Demographer Debunks Crisis

The U.S. fertility rate has fallen to 1.6 children per woman, sparking political alarm. A leading demographer explains why the panic is overblown and what policies would actually help families.

Alberta's Growth: Campaign Worked, Planning Didn't

Readers argue Alberta's population boom, fueled by immigration and interprovincial migration, exposed planning failures in healthcare and infrastructure, not immigrant health burdens. Discover the facts.

Canada's GDP shrinks 0.3% in October

Statistics Canada reports a 0.3% economic contraction in October, driven by manufacturing declines and service sector strikes. A preliminary estimate shows a slight 0.1% rebound in November.

B.C. Population Drops for First Time on Record

British Columbia's population has fallen for the first time ever, driven by an exodus of non-permanent residents. Explore the causes and what it means for housing, healthcare, and the labour market.

B.C. sees first annual population drop on record

British Columbia's population has declined annually for the first time in recorded history, according to new data. Explore the details and implications of this historic demographic shift.

Canadian Travel to U.S. Down 40% Over Last Year

Flight Centre data reveals a sharp 40% decline in Canadians vacationing in the USA. Discover the shifting travel trends and what destinations are gaining popularity instead.

TSX down 100+ points, U.S. markets also lower

Canada's S&P/TSX composite index fell sharply, losing over 100 points on December 16, 2025, as U.S. stock markets also retreated. Get the latest business and market analysis.

Home Sales Decline Near Calgary in November

New data from the Calgary Real Estate Board reveals a sharp drop in home sales and prices in communities surrounding Calgary for November 2025. Explore the key figures and see which town bucked the trend.

Deer numbers drop in southern Saskatchewan

Farmers report scarce deer populations in southern Saskatchewan, with chronic wasting disease cited as a major factor. Get the latest on this wildlife and agricultural concern.

Double-Digit Drop in Waterloo Region Home Sales

Home sales in the Waterloo Region fell sharply in November 2025, with realtors reporting a significant double-digit decline. Get the latest data and analysis on the local real estate market shift.

PQ Leader Doubles Down on 'Disloyalty' Comments

Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon refuses to apologize for calling cultural leaders 'disloyal' for congratulating federal minister Marc Miller, sparking political firestorm.

Census Missed 38% of Non-Citizens, StatsCan Reports

Statistics Canada reveals a significant undercount of non-permanent residents in the 2021 census, with a missed rate of 38%. This gap highlights challenges in tracking Canada's population accurately.

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