Essex Council Reviews 2026 Budget with 4.9% Tax Hike
Essex Council begins reviewing the proposed 2026 budget featuring a 4.9% property tax increase. Learn how this affects residents and what services are prioritized.
Essex Council begins reviewing the proposed 2026 budget featuring a 4.9% property tax increase. Learn how this affects residents and what services are prioritized.
The CRA's confidential tip line has identified nearly $490 million in unpaid federal taxes since 2018, targeting international tax evasion. Discover how the program works.
Norway's experience with wealth taxes shows millionaires relocate abroad. As Canada debates tax policies, this European case study offers valuable insights for economic planning.
Massive AI-driven debt sales from tech giants like Alphabet and Meta could overwhelm buyers and weaken credit markets globally. Learn about the risks.
Financial expert Christopher Liew analyzes whether refinancing your debt makes sense amid high interest rates and living costs. Learn the pros, cons, and credit implications.
Personal finance expert Christopher Liew explains whether refinancing debt makes sense with current high interest rates. Learn strategic approaches to debt management.
Canadian citizens living in the UK face complex tax residency decisions. Learn about the Canada-UK tax treaty, implications for investments, and how to determine your fiscal domicile.
Financial and psychology experts warn of dire consequences as Canadians bet record sums online, falling into debt. Learn how to identify risks and seek help.
Edmonton's 2026 budget reveals a proposed 6.4% property tax increase to fund $3.8 billion in city costs. Learn how this affects services and long-term planning.
Halifax council debates painful budget choice: implement 10.5% property tax increase or cut municipal services. Key decisions ahead for residents.
Republicans reject Trump's plan for $2000 household checks, citing inflation and debt concerns. Learn how this populist proposal divides the GOP on economic policy.
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?
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.
Financial expert Christopher Liew shares actionable strategies for Canadians to eliminate debt quickly while maintaining their lifestyle and social happiness.
Ottawa's 2025 budget legislation confirms the termination of Canada's digital services tax. Learn how this decision impacts tech companies and government revenue.
Scotiabank will pay nearly $34,000 after Consumer Protection B.C. found the bank harassed a client with over 100 collection calls. Learn your rights against debt collection harassment.
Appeal court dismisses challenge from men convicted in 2019 execution-style murder of Lee Chiodo over drug debt. Read the latest on this Northern Ontario case.
B.C. NDP treasurer reveals party eliminated debt and built $9M surplus, creating stark contrast with provincial finances under Eby government's management.
Edmonton's new city council learns a 6.4% property tax levy increase is projected to cover growing municipal costs. Mayor Andrew Knack explains this addresses past pandemic-era lows.
Amazon plans its first U.S. dollar bond sale in three years, seeking $12 billion to fund AI infrastructure, acquisitions, and share buybacks amid tech sector spending surge.
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.
Millions in annual property tax exemptions spark calls for review in British Columbia. Learn about the growing pressure to reconsider who gets breaks and for how much.
Oracle's credit default swaps surge as investors hedge against $500B AI infrastructure spending. Debt could reach $290B by 2028 amid revenue uncertainty.
John Snobelen analyzes why Prime Minister Mark Carney's first budget demonstrates timidity instead of bold action needed for Canada's economic challenges. Read more.
Quebec families are rallying behind a petition to eliminate sales tax on second-hand children's clothing, aiming to make essentials more affordable for growing families across the province.
Saskatchewan could pioneer innovative corporate tax reforms while federal government avoids substantive changes. Researcher Ty Thiessen explains this economic opportunity.
Economist Jack Mintz argues Canada's 50-year experiment with manufacturing tax preferences has failed. True economic growth requires market-driven productivity improvements, not government favoritism.
CTV News investigation reveals which B.C. organizations receive major property tax exemptions as municipalities prepare budgets. Discover who isn't paying their fair share.
Alberta municipalities passed a resolution supporting new hotel and short-term rental taxes at Thursday's conference. Learn how this could impact tourism and local economies.
Alberta municipal officials overwhelmingly support resolution urging province to take over education property tax collection. 86% of members vote for change at Calgary convention.