$1.03M spent on two government conferences
Taxpayers funded $1.03 million for two lavish 2024 government conferences featuring $94,000 dinners, $1,340 musical spoons, and $915 flower arrangements. Discover the shocking details of federal spending.
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Government insists public service cuts will be minimal
Government House Leader Steven MacKinnon confirms federal public service reductions will be minimal while addressing Liberal budget survival and policy stance. Read the latest developments.
PSAC: Federal workers to learn layoff details shortly
Public Service Alliance of Canada reveals federal employees will receive potential layoff information shortly. Stay informed about government workforce changes.
PSAC: Public service layoff notices coming 'shortly'
PSAC warns 30,000 federal job cuts will devastate public services. Union urges Parliament to reject austerity budget as layoff notices loom.
Liberals survive confidence vote, pass 2025 budget
Canada's minority Liberal government narrowly survives high-stakes confidence vote on 2025 budget, avoiding holiday election after NDP allows passage with strategic abstentions.
Federal Transit Funding Cut Derails Canadian Cities
Canada's $3-billion annual Public Transit Fund has been absorbed into a new fund, weakening federal support and jeopardizing transit expansion plans across the country.
How New Public Service Early Retirement Buyouts Work
Learn how the federal government's $1.5B early retirement incentive program will work for Canadian public servants, funded by the pension plan surplus. Get the details on eligibility and timeline.
Federal public service cuts exceed attrition capacity
Analysis reveals Canadian government's plan to cut 40,000 public service jobs by 2028-29 cannot rely solely on attrition. Departments like CRA face significant challenges despite early retirement incentives.
Veterans Affairs faces $4.2B in planned budget cuts
As Remembrance Day tributes fade, a retired Canadian Armed Forces member questions the sincerity of 'thank you for your service' amid planned $4.2 billion cuts to Veterans Affairs.
Budget cuts target veterans' cannabis program savings
Federal budget reveals 10% of Carney's cuts come from reducing marijuana funding for veterans. Veterans Affairs to save $4.23B by reforming cannabis program that supplies 30 tonnes annually.
Ottawa public service cuts: 2.5% workforce impact
A new report reveals federal public service cuts will affect 2.5% of Ottawa's workforce, but economists explain why the city will weather this storm better than 1990s austerity.
USDA targeted grants using 'diversity' and 'climate' terms
The USDA searched for terms like 'diversity' and 'climate modelling' to identify grants for cancellation, according to recent reports. Learn how this targeting affected research funding.
Trump signs bill ending 43-day government shutdown
President Donald Trump has officially ended the longest U.S. government shutdown in history by signing a funding bill. The 43-day closure concluded on November 12, 2025. Read the full details.
U.S. House passes bill to end government shutdown
The U.S. House has approved legislation to reopen the federal government through January 30, 2025, sending the critical funding measure to the President for final approval.
TVA Group axes 87 television jobs in Montreal
Quebecor's TVA Group eliminates 87 television positions in Montreal due to financial challenges. Learn about the media industry restructuring and its impact.
Ottawa seeks permanent parliamentary budget officer
The federal government is recruiting for a permanent parliamentary budget officer position. Learn about the role's importance and current interim leadership under Jason Jacques.
Ottawa Universities Criticize Study Permit Cuts
University of Ottawa and Carleton student unions condemn federal plan to slash study permits by 65% in 2026, warning of devastating impact on underfunded institutions.
Chinatown groups worry about city funding cuts
Vancouver's Chinatown organizations warn proposed city budget cuts threaten cultural spaces, senior housing, and legacy businesses. Learn how small grants fuel big changes.
Immigration Cuts Could Help Alberta's Job Market
Federal immigration target reductions could help lower Alberta's high unemployment rate by allowing the labour market to absorb more local workers, economists suggest.
Federal Budget 2025 Cuts 40,000 Public Service Jobs
Mark Carney's first budget cuts 40,000 federal jobs, drawing union criticism. Analysis of workforce reductions and AI implementation in public service.
North Bay Hospital Cuts 40 Jobs, Union Plans Protest
Unionized workers at North Bay Regional Health Centre will protest Wednesday after hospital announces 40 position cuts to address $5.6 million deficit. Rally planned.
Target cuts prices on 3,000 items for holidays
Target announces major price reductions on 3,000 everyday items just in time for Canadian holiday shoppers. Get ready for significant savings this season.
Ottawa school board cuts special education supervisors
The OCDSB eliminates 15 special education supervisory positions in a major restructuring move that has parents and educators concerned about support for vulnerable students.
Ottawa Cuts 5,000 Public Service Jobs in 2024 Budget
The Canadian government reveals sweeping changes to the public service through strategic attrition and AI integration. Discover how the 2024 budget aims to balance fiscal responsibility with service delivery.
Vancouver Budget Cuts Arts & Planning Staff Positions
Vancouver's controversial budget proposal targets arts, culture, and planning departments with significant staff reductions, sparking concerns about the city's creative future.
Liberals silent on StatsCan data cuts amid budget reductions
Former Statistics Canada chief expresses deep concern over federal budget cuts that could eliminate crucial data programs, while Liberal government remains tight-lipped about which statistical services face the chopping block.
Conestoga College cuts programs and jobs amid enrollment drop
Conestoga College announces significant restructuring with program eliminations and staff reductions following concerning enrollment trends across multiple campuses.
Halifax mothers fight to save infant feeding clinic
Desperate Nova Scotia parents are pleading with the provincial government to keep the IWK Infant Feeding Clinic open, calling it an irreplaceable resource for struggling families.
Vancouver may cut 400 jobs over tax freeze
Vancouver faces significant municipal job cuts as Mayor Ken Sim's property tax freeze creates budget shortfall, affecting city services and staff.
Quebec cuts immigration to 45,000 yearly for 4 years
Quebec announces dramatic reduction in immigration levels, planning to cap annual admissions at 45,000 for the next four years amid housing and integration concerns.
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