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Edmonton passes budget with 6.9% property tax increase

Edmonton City Council approved a 6.9% property tax hike for the 2025 budget, exceeding initial targets. Councillors Karen Principe and Mike Elliott voted against it, expressing disappointment over spending priorities.

12 Dead in South African Bar Mass Shooting

A tragic mass shooting at an unlicensed bar near Pretoria has left 12 dead, including three children. Police are searching for three suspects as South Africa grapples with endemic gun violence. Read the full report.

Windsor-Essex Sets Record-High Employment Numbers

Windsor-Essex celebrates a historic employment high as the local job market rebounds strongly, fueled by investment stability. Discover the numbers and the driving forces behind this economic turnaround.

Manitoba Jobless Rate Falls Below Canadian Average

Manitoba's unemployment rate has dropped below the national figure, a positive economic sign for the province. Discover the latest Statistics Canada data and what it means for Winnipeg and the region.

Loonie Jumps Above 72 Cents on Strong Jobs Report

The Canadian dollar soared above 72 cents U.S. after a surprisingly strong November jobs report, reinforcing expectations the Bank of Canada will hold rates. Discover the market impact.

Strong Jobs Data Pushes Bank of Canada Rate Cuts to 2026

Canada's surprisingly strong November jobs report, with 54,000 new positions, has economists predicting the end of rate cuts and flirting with the possibility of a hike in 2026. Discover the market implications.

Edmonton locks in 6.9% property tax hike

Edmonton City Council has finalized a 6.9% property tax increase for 2025. Get the details on the decision, budget pressures, and what it means for homeowners.

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.

CIBC Hikes Dividend After Q4 Earnings Beat

CIBC raises its quarterly dividend to $1.07 per share following a strong fourth quarter, with adjusted net income hitting $2.19 billion. Read the full analysis of the bank's performance.

Eby says no to old-growth logging for pulp mill

B.C. Premier David Eby has firmly rejected a proposal to harvest old-growth forests to extend the life of a struggling pulp mill. Learn about the decision and its implications for forestry and conservation.

Domtar Crofton pulp mill closure cuts 350 jobs

Domtar is permanently closing its Crofton pulp mill, eliminating 350 jobs weeks before Christmas. The closure, blamed on lack of affordable wood, deals a devastating blow to B.C.'s forestry sector.

B.C. pulp mill closure leaves 350 out of work

A British Columbia pulp mill is shutting down, resulting in 350 job losses. The closure highlights ongoing challenges in Canada's forestry and manufacturing sectors.

Manitoba leads provinces in 2024 homicide rate

Statistics Canada data reveals Manitoba had the highest homicide rate among provinces in 2024. Explore the national crime trends and what this means for community safety.

Apartment fire in Windsor's west end

Windsor firefighters responded to an apartment fire on Mill Street on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. No injuries were immediately reported in the west end incident.

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