Republican Senator Rejects Trump's $2,000 Tariff Checks
Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson opposes President Trump's proposal for $2,000 tariff dividend payments, warning about the growing U.S. deficit and calling the plan unaffordable.
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Saskatchewan projects $427 million deficit
Saskatchewan's budget surplus has turned into a $427 million deficit due to wildfire expenses and healthcare pressures. Learn how provincial finances shifted dramatically.
Ottawa School Board Posts $5.4 Million Deficit
Ottawa-Carleton District School Board reports $5.4 million deficit for 2024-25 as provincial supervisor conducts financial review. Learn about the budget challenges facing public education.
EU to Push U.S. on Steel Tariffs in Trade Deal
The EU is set to pressure the U.S. to fulfill its trade agreement by reducing steel tariffs. This move, led by Commissioner Maros Sefcovic, aims to resolve a key trade dispute.
Canada launches trade talks with India as reliable partner
Prime Minister Mark Carney views India as a dependable trading partner as Canada launches negotiations toward a new comprehensive economic agreement. Learn about the strategic partnership.
Brazil hails U.S. tariff rollback as significant progress
Brazil welcomes U.S. tariff reductions as significant trade progress while seeking additional exemptions. Latest developments in international trade relations between the two nations.
Canada Post Reports $541M Loss in Q3 2025
Canada Post faces staggering $541 million pre-tax loss in third quarter, marking unprecedented financial crisis for national mail service. Learn what's behind the massive deficit.
Ottawa Budget Ignores OC Transpo's Crippling Deficits
Ottawa's 2026 budget offers no solution for OC Transpo's unsustainable deficits, relying on uncertain provincial bailouts while transit faces $140M annual shortfalls.
Canadian Businesses Urged to Bypass Ottawa on U.S. Trade
As Canada-U.S. trade negotiations stall, Jack Mintz suggests Canadian businesses follow Swiss example and negotiate directly with Washington to resolve tariff crisis.
Canada moves closer to free internal trade with new deal
Canadian governments reach landmark agreement to reduce trade barriers between provinces. Experts say this partial step could unlock billions in economic growth if momentum continues.
Carney's Budget Shows Same Fiscal Traps as Trudeau
New research reveals Mark Carney's government may be repeating Justin Trudeau's fiscal forecasting errors. Learn how optimistic budgeting affects Canada's economy.
PBO: Low Chance Carney Govt Hits Fiscal Targets
Canada's budget watchdog reports a mere 7.5% probability the Carney government will achieve its key fiscal anchors, including reducing the deficit-to-GDP ratio. Read the analysis.
Nova Scotia signs national trade deal to remove barriers
Nova Scotia joins national trade agreement eliminating internal barriers, boosting economic growth. Finance Minister John Lohr announces historic deal.
New Canadian Agreement Eases Interprovincial Trade
Canada's provinces and territories sign a mutual recognition agreement to remove internal trade barriers, expected to boost the economy by up to $200 billion. Takes effect December 2025.
New Canadian Trade Deal Cuts Red Tape Across Provinces
Canada's new interprovincial trade agreement eliminates barriers and streamlines commerce between provinces, boosting economic growth and creating jobs nationwide.
Canada-UAE Trade Expansion Under Carney Government
Prime Minister Mark Carney's government secures investment agreement with UAE while initiating comprehensive trade pact negotiations during Middle East tour. Explore the economic implications.
Canada's Trade Strategy: Too Many Staff in US Markets
Expert analysis reveals Canada maintains 150+ trade staff in US despite urgent need to diversify markets. Learn why this resource allocation may hinder trade growth.
U.S. Trade Deficit Drops 24% as Tariffs Cut Imports
The U.S. trade deficit saw a dramatic 24% decline in August 2025 as Trump's tariffs reduced imports. Get the full analysis of economic impacts and market reactions.
Windsor-Essex school board re-elects chair
Gale Simko Hatfield re-elected as chair of Greater Essex County District School Board while addressing challenges including trustee resignations and financial deficits.
Conservatives Weigh Election Over Carney's $78B Deficit
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre faces critical decision on triggering election to block Mark Carney's budget with $78 billion deficit. Analysis of political risks and policy opportunities.
PBO reveals Liberal budget accounting tricks
Parliamentary Budget Officer confirms $94B in Liberal 'capital investments' don't meet standard definitions, exposing fiscal manipulation in Carney's first budget.
Carney's accounting tricks fail to impress
Parliamentary Budget Officer finds Carney government's capital spending definition 'overly expansive' in new report. Read the full analysis of Canada's fiscal framework.
CFIB wants food in interprovincial trade discussions
The CFIB urges Ottawa to include food trade barriers in interprovincial talks, aiming to lower costs for consumers and support Canadian small businesses.
U.S. to slash food tariffs, lower Swiss import fees
The Trump administration announces major tariff cuts on food items like coffee and bananas to address inflation, alongside new trade deals with Argentina, Ecuador, and El Salvador.
N.B. projects highest deficit in two decades at $834.7M
New Brunswick faces its largest budget deficit in two decades at $834.7 million. Learn how this impacts provincial finances and what it means for taxpayers.
Operating spending driving deeper deficits: PBO
Parliamentary Budget Officer reveals Ottawa's operational expenses, not capital investments, are primarily responsible for growing budget deficits. Learn the fiscal implications.
Trump Administration Reveals New Trade Frameworks
The Trump administration confirms trade agreements with Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala. Get the latest details on these international trade developments.
Canada Eyes New Trade Talks with India, Minister Says
Canada's International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu announces renewed efforts to restart trade negotiations with India, signaling a fresh approach to bilateral economic relations between the two nations.
Fitch Warns of 'Slippery Slope' for Canada's Finances
Fitch Ratings maintains Canada's AA+ credit rating but warns of fiscal risks from rising deficits and debt. Learn about the agency's concerns and what it means for the economy.
Carney: Free Trade Era Over as USMCA Talks Approach
Prime Minister Mark Carney declares the end of free trade era as economist Oren Cass pushes for 'balanced trade' in 2026 USMCA renegotiation. What this means for Canada-US relations.
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