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.
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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.
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.
REAL requests lowered $10.8M budget from Regina
Regina Exhibition Association Limited presents reduced $10.8M budget request to city council, projecting first surplus since 2021. Learn about REAL's financial turnaround.
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.
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.
Vancouver may remove public washroom fixtures to save money
Vancouver considers removing fixtures from public washrooms as part of budget cuts. Learn how this proposal could impact residents and city services.
Vancouver may remove washroom change tables to save money
Vancouver explores removing baby change tables and hygiene dispensers from public washrooms as part of budget efficiency measures. Learn how this could impact families.
Ottawa's 2026 Budget: 11 Cost Increases Revealed
Discover the 11 major cost increases in Ottawa's 2026 draft budget, including police funding and service fees. Learn how these changes will impact residents.
Ottawa 2026 Budget: What the Tax Increase Means
Ottawa's 2026 draft budget proposes a 3.75% property tax hike. See how it impacts urban and rural homeowners and where the money is going.
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.
Ottawa police budget proposes $36 tax increase for 2026
Ottawa residents could pay $36 more for police services in 2026 as the city prepares to table its draft budget. Learn how this affects taxpayers and city services.
LaSalle proposes 6% tax hike in 2026 budget draft
LaSalle faces proposed 6% tax increase in 2026 budget draft as Windsor-area municipalities begin financial planning. Learn what this means for residents.
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.
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.
LaSalle demands province address police funding gaps
LaSalle calls on Ontario government to resolve police funding disparities affecting municipal services. Learn how this impacts community safety and local budgets.
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.
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.
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.
Ottawa's Fiscal Crossroads: Deep Cuts Proposed
As Ottawa faces unprecedented budget pressures, city officials propose controversial spending reductions that could transform public services and community programs across the capital region.
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.
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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