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$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.

UCP Breaks Petition Promise, Taxpayers Pay

Alberta's UCP government under Premier Danielle Smith is under fire for breaking a key referendum promise by using taxpayer dollars instead of party funds to verify petitions, sparking calls for accountability.

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.

$13M software scandal at London City Hall

London taxpayers foot $13 million bill for custom software that will never be used, raising serious questions about municipal spending and technology oversight.

Liberals Promise Cost-Effective Gun Buyback Program

The Liberal government pledges cost-effective implementation of Canada's controversial firearm buyback initiative, promising careful management of taxpayer dollars while addressing gun violence.

Chicken Prices to Rise 20-25% in Canada

Canadian consumers face significant grocery bill increases as experts predict chicken prices will jump 20-25% over the next several months due to production costs and supply chain pressures.

Lansdowne 2.0: Ottawa's Billion-Dollar Gamble

Ottawa's ambitious Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment faces mounting scrutiny over financial risks, transparency concerns, and questionable assumptions that could leave taxpayers bearing the burden.

Vancouver Police, Fire Depts $21M Over Budget

Vancouver's emergency services are facing a combined $21 million budget overrun, raising concerns about fiscal management and taxpayer burden. Learn what's driving the costs.

Canada's 2024 Budget: Doing Less With Less

An in-depth look at Canada's 2024 federal budget reveals shrinking fiscal capacity, reduced spending power, and concerning economic trends that could impact every Canadian taxpayer.

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