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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.

AI Megadeals Drive Canadian VC to $1.8B in Q3

Canadian venture capital activity rose to $1.8B in Q3 2025, fueled by AI megadeals like Cohere. Despite the quarterly uptick, year-to-date investment of $4.9B lags significantly behind 2024.

New Security Proposal for Winnipeg City Hall

Winnipeg officials propose beefed-up security at City Hall to ensure public safety. Learn about the new measures and their potential impact on municipal operations.

Edmonton's $1M Shelter Decision Sparks Heated Debate

Edmonton City Council's controversial decision to allocate $1 million for temporary day shelter services divides community and advocates, raising questions about long-term homelessness strategy.

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.

Barrie's 2026 Budget Planning Underway

City of Barrie kicks off early budget deliberations for 2026, focusing on infrastructure, community services, and financial sustainability. Learn how your tax dollars will be allocated.

Manitoba First Nations Push for Federal Budget Changes

Manitoba First Nations leaders are calling for urgent amendments to the federal budget, arguing it fails to address pressing infrastructure, healthcare, and economic development needs in their communities.

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.

Vancouver Park Board Fights Mayor's Budget Cuts

Vancouver's elected Park Board is taking a stand against city-imposed budget reductions that threaten community services, programs, and maintenance across local parks and recreation facilities.

London Council approves 35% pay hike for next term

London City Council has approved a significant 35% salary increase for the next term, while rejecting proposed severance pay changes. The controversial decision passed with a 8-7 majority vote.

BC Libraries Struggle with Soaring eBook Demand

British Columbia libraries are facing a digital crisis as exploding demand for eBooks and digital materials outpaces available funding, creating growing wait times and access barriers for patrons across the province.

Federal Budget 2025: Quebec's Major Gains

Discover how Quebec stands to gain billions from Ottawa's latest budget, with massive investments in healthcare, green technology, and infrastructure that could transform the province's economic landscape.

$750M Budget Boost for Early-Stage Canadian Tech

Canada's 2025 federal budget addresses the critical 'valley of death' funding gap with $750 million in strategic investments aimed at helping early-stage tech companies scale and compete globally.

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