Ottawa spent over $1M on Montreal conferences
Federal government spending on two Montreal conferences exceeded $1 million, including musical spoons, scarves, and lavish dinners, drawing criticism from taxpayers.
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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.
2005 Budget Drama: When Speaker Broke Tie to Save Gov't
Relive the dramatic 2005 budget vote where Parliament's Speaker cast the deciding vote to save Paul Martin's minority government amid political betrayals and high-stakes drama.
North Bay demands external review of mayor's expenses
North Bay councillors call for independent investigation into mayor's expenses scandal, claiming city's internal review was too limited. Read the latest developments.
MP Shannon Stubbs Misses Budget Vote After Surgery
Conservative MP Shannon Stubbs missed the narrow budget vote after major jaw surgery, while the Carney government survived by just two votes. Read the full story.
Interim PBO's Fiscal Honesty Threatens His Job
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques exposes unsustainable debt and accounting concerns in Carney government's budget. Will his transparency cost him the permanent position?
45% of Canadians One Emergency From Debt
Nearly half of Canadians would fall into debt from a single unexpected expense, with financial stress impacting sleep and causing widespread anxiety across the country.
Liberals survive fourth confidence vote in Ottawa
Canada's minority Liberal government survives another confidence vote on a budgetary motion, averting a snap election as opposition leaders criticize their methods as unsustainable.
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.
WestJet CEO apologizes for 200 disability complaints
WestJet's CEO told a parliamentary committee the airline received 200 disability complaints in 2023, calling each case 'unacceptable' and vowing improvements for accessible air travel in Canada.
Liberals pass federal budget in crucial confidence vote
The Liberal government survives a confidence vote on the 2025 federal budget, avoiding a holiday election. Elizabeth May's support proves decisive in the high-stakes parliamentary showdown.
Ex-MP's $173K Spending on Vacation Pay Draws Scrutiny
Former Liberal MP Arielle Kayabaga's $173,000 expenditure on vacation pay raises questions about parliamentary spending accountability in Canada.
Ex-MP's $173K vacation spending shocks Canadians
Former Liberal MP Arielle Kayabaga faces scrutiny after $173,000 vacation pay revelation. Discover the details of this controversial spending and public reaction.
Interim PBO Jason Jacques seeks permanent position
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques confirms he will apply for the permanent role, bringing continuity to Canada's fiscal oversight. Learn about his qualifications and vision.
MP's $173K Spending Spree Investigated Before Election
Liberal MP Arielle Kayabaga's $173,000 expenditure right before election raises transparency concerns. Read the investigation into taxpayer-funded expenses.
Interim PBO Jason Jacques seeks permanent position
Interim Parliamentary Budget Officer Jason Jacques confirms he will apply for the permanent role as government spending scrutiny intensifies. Learn about his qualifications and budget findings.
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.
Tax changes buried in budget footnotes disappoint experts
Tax professionals express frustration over federal budget's hidden tax policy changes affecting flow-through shares and charitable donations. Learn how these changes impact investors.
Transportation, food costs pressure Calgarians: report
New living wage report reveals Calgary's cost of living crisis worsens, with vehicle expenses and food prices creating significant financial strain for families.
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.
NB Living Wage Rises to $24.77: 2025 Report
New Brunswick's living wage increases to $24.77 per hour according to new report. Discover what this means for families and workers across the province.
Call for Better Protection of National War Memorial
Tom MacGregor argues for enhanced security at Ottawa's National War Memorial, a sacred site vulnerable since the Freedom Convoy. Read why Confederation Square needs federal protection.
Pronunciation debate delays UCP bill in Alberta legislature
A surprising pronunciation debate over 'status' versus 'statute' caused unexpected delays in the introduction of a UCP government bill, creating a rare moment of parliamentary confusion in Alberta's legislature.
Why Fixed Election Dates Hurt Canadian Democracy
Canada's experiment with fixed election dates has created political chaos instead of stability. Discover why returning to flexible timing might be better for our democracy.
Committee Revises Order for Grant Applicant Data
A House of Commons committee has significantly revised its controversial order for detailed information about federal grant applicants after facing privacy concerns and government pushback.
Liberals make budget amendments confidence votes
The Trudeau government escalates parliamentary tensions by treating opposition budget amendments as confidence matters, risking potential election trigger in dramatic political standoff.
Are Canadian Judges Undermining Parliamentary Democracy?
A critical examination of judicial activism in Canada reveals how courts may be undermining democratic processes through expansive Charter interpretations, raising concerns about parliamentary sovereignty.
Fiscal Expert Gives Qualified Support to Federal Budget
Kevin Page, Canada's first parliamentary budget officer, provides qualified support for Chrystia Freeland's federal budget while warning about fiscal risks and implementation challenges ahead.
Alberta MLA Guthrie Resigns After Privilege Denial
UCP MLA Guthrie's dramatic committee resignation after Speaker denies privilege claim sparks political firestorm in Alberta legislature.
Taxpayers pay $195 daily for asylum seeker accommodation
Exclusive report reveals Canadian taxpayers are paying $195 per day for each asylum seeker's room and board, sparking national debate about immigration costs and government spending.
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