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Sault Ste. Marie Property Tax Up 5.39% for 2026

Sault Ste. Marie residents face a 5.39% property tax increase for 2026, driven by a significant rise in the police budget. Learn about the financial impact and where your tax dollars are going.

Discover Alberta's Vanishing Ghost Towns

Join photographer Andrew Penner on a journey through Alberta's abandoned places like Farrow and Rowley. Discover these historic sites before they disappear forever from the Canadian landscape.

Barrie's 2026 budget approved with no tax hike

Barrie City Council has approved the 2026 operating budget with zero percent tax increase. Learn how the city plans to maintain services without raising costs for residents.

LaSalle draft budget proposes 9.2% tax hike

LaSalle homeowners face a potential 9.2% average annual property tax increase under the 2026 draft budget, adding $189 per year for an average home. Explore the details and financial impact.

Calgary Council Starts 2026 Budget Review

Calgary's newly elected council convenes for the first time to tackle the 2026 budget, setting priorities for residents. Learn about the key financial decisions ahead.

Historic Empress Theatre Reopens After Renovations

After months of extensive renovations, Fort Macleod's beloved Empress Theatre has reopened its doors, blending historic preservation with modern upgrades to secure its future as a cultural hub.

Alberta Teachers Poised to Strike as Public Support Grows

Exclusive Leger poll shows overwhelming Albertans back teachers in contract dispute with provincial government. As tensions escalate, discover what's driving public opinion and what a potential strike could mean for students and families across Alberta.

Federal Budget Disappoints Alberta: Economic Analysis

Economic experts reveal how the latest federal budget overlooks Alberta's energy sector and fails to provide meaningful support for carbon capture initiatives, raising concerns about regional economic impacts.

Vancouver OKs $21M for police, fire budget gaps

Vancouver City Council has greenlit $21 million in emergency funding to cover budget overruns for police and fire services, addressing critical public safety needs amid financial pressures.

Chatham-Kent proposes 49% tax hike in 2026 budget

Chatham-Kent officials are sounding the alarm as the 2026 budget proposes nearly 50% tax increase, blaming provincial funding restrictions for forcing drastic measures on local taxpayers.

Vancouver may cut 400 jobs in budget crisis

A confidential internal memo reveals Vancouver is considering massive job cuts and service reductions to address a severe budget shortfall, sparking concerns about municipal services.

Federal Budget Cuts Hit Ottawa Services

Ottawa faces significant service reductions as federal budget cuts take effect. From healthcare to infrastructure, discover how these changes will impact residents and local businesses across the National Capital Region.

Alberta Recall Act Stays: No Changes Coming

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces the province's recall legislation will remain unchanged for now, despite ongoing debates about its effectiveness and implementation requirements.

Carney's first budget gets mixed reviews

Prime Minister Mark Carney's inaugural budget faces polarized reactions across Canada, with economists praising fiscal responsibility while critics condemn spending cuts to social programs.

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