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Quebec roads and bridges face $1B cost overruns

Quebec's transportation infrastructure projects are experiencing nearly $1 billion in budget overruns. Learn how this affects taxpayers and provincial infrastructure planning.

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.

Seth Meyers Mocks Trump's Failed Drug Price Vow

Late-night host Seth Meyers delivers a scathing takedown of Donald Trump's unfulfilled vow to lower prescription drug prices, highlighting the stark reality four years later.

Trump's Plan to Slash Obesity Drug Prices

Former President Donald Trump unveils ambitious strategy to dramatically reduce costs of groundbreaking weight-loss medications, promising relief for millions struggling with obesity.

$9.1M Study for Doug Ford's Highway 401 Tunnel Plan

The Ontario government is investing $9.1 million in a feasibility study for Premier Doug Ford's visionary plan to build tunnels beneath Highway 401, potentially revolutionizing Toronto-area transportation.

$400M Water Plant Expansion Threatens Municipal Budgets

A massive $400 million water treatment plant expansion required for PowerCo's operations could cripple municipal finances across southwestern Ontario, arriving 30 years sooner than anticipated and leaving local governments scrambling for solutions.

Lansdowne 2.0 Faces Mounting Opposition in Ottawa

The controversial Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment project in Ottawa faces growing public backlash over its $419 million price tag, lack of community consultation, and concerns about taxpayer burden.

London Eateries Combat Food Prices & Waste

Discover how London, Ontario restaurants and food producers are collaborating to create affordable meal kits while fighting food waste in a groundbreaking local initiative.

Trump's Drug Price Plan Backfires, Helps Democrats

Former President Trump's proposal to regulate Medicare drug prices faces unexpected consequences as Democrats leverage it to attack Republican positions on healthcare, creating political turmoil.

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.

Canadian Food Prices Skyrocket: Crisis Deepens

Canadian families face unprecedented pressure as food prices continue their relentless climb. Discover which staples are hitting hardest and what experts say about relief.

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.

28,000 Federal Jobs Face Cuts in New Budget

Canadian federal unions express alarm over lack of details in budget plan calling for massive public service reductions, warning of service delivery impacts across the nation.

Ottawa Mayor Warns of Public Service Cut Impacts

Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe voices serious concerns about potential federal public service reductions, warning of devastating economic impacts on the National Capital Region and local businesses.

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