Opinion: A 'Build Canada' Plan for the 21st Century
Canada can become a clean energy powerhouse by leveraging its renewable resources and critical minerals, creating hundreds of thousands of jobs and securing economic prosperity.
Canada can become a clean energy powerhouse by leveraging its renewable resources and critical minerals, creating hundreds of thousands of jobs and securing economic prosperity.
As Canada faces modern challenges, a renewed appreciation for Sir John A. Macdonald's 'Build Canada' ethos offers lessons for nation-building, infrastructure, and confronting external threats. Discover the historical parallels.
Jennifer, 58 from Hamilton, plans to retire at 65 with a $1,600 monthly pension, CPP, and OAS. Experts analyze if her RRSP, TFSA, and other assets will be enough for a comfortable retirement.
Environment Canada warns of ice build-up as freezing rain moves into parts of Ontario. Stay informed on the hazardous travel conditions and safety advisories.
Investment strategist Martin Pelletier warns of three overlooked threats to Canada's economy in 2026, from B.C.'s legal shifts to Alberta's autonomy push. Discover what they mean for your portfolio.
A six-month review of BC's CleanBC climate plan offers key recommendations but is criticized for lowering EV targets and failing to halt LNG expansion. Read the analysis.
A 62-year-old with health issues weighs using a $275,000 inheritance to buy a condo or invest it. Financial experts warn buying could leave her with little to live on in retirement.
As 2026 approaches, financial experts advise creating a 'spending plan' instead of a budget. Get actionable tips to manage your money and achieve your financial goals in the new year.
A Middle East security expert suggests Canada may be called upon to contribute to an international force, a key element for a future Gaza peace plan. Get the details.
Expert advice from Peta Wales on tackling debt, building savings, and creating lasting financial momentum with a focused three-month plan. Start your new year right.
Prime Minister Mark Carney's 2026 tax adjustments offer modest income tax relief but are countered by significant payroll tax increases and a higher industrial carbon levy. Analysis reveals a mixed bag for Canadian taxpayers.
A union grievance over the troubled switch of the Public Service Health Care Plan to Canada Life will proceed to a hearing, seeking accountability for over 1.5 million affected members.
Canada's CPPIB invests up to $1.05B for a non-controlling stake in Castrol, partnering with Stonepeak in a major $10.1B energy sector deal. Read the full analysis.
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Australia's Goodman Group are investing US$2.6 billion to build AI data centres in Europe. Construction starts mid-2026.
A review of FP Comment columns from early 2025 reveals expert analysis on voter sentiment, competition policy, pension risks, and looming trade wars. Discover the key insights shaping Canada's economic and political landscape.
An Alberta government panel recommends a public referendum on leaving the Canada Pension Plan. Premier Danielle Smith's government considers the move. Learn the details and implications.
A B.C. Supreme Court judge has intervened to protect a 77-year-old woman with advanced Alzheimer's from her husband, who openly discussed a plan to end her life if she became ineligible for MAID. Read the full ruling details.
The new Build Canada Homes Agency, backed by $13 million, aims to streamline construction, cut costs, and restore buyer confidence in Canada's struggling new home market. Could this be the light at the end of the tunnel?
A new design-build project in Burnaby's Capitol Hill layers three homes onto one property, presenting as a stylish single-family residence. Discover how Theorem Developments is redefining 'missing-middle' housing.
Canadian seniors receive their final 2025 CPP and Old Age Security payments early this month. Learn about the amounts, eligibility, and the 2026 increases.
The London Police Services Board has approved a new strategy to improve diversity within police ranks, aiming for a force that better reflects the community it serves.
Canada's military aims to expand its reserve forces to 400,000 personnel, but critics question the feasibility, cost, and training plans for this massive mobilization initiative.
Rep. Jim McGovern detailed years of unfulfilled pledges by Donald Trump to replace the Affordable Care Act. The House passed a GOP bill without extending key subsidies.
Vancouver announces a major housing strategy for the Downtown Eastside, focusing on replacing aging rooming houses with new, secure homes. Learn about the city's plan to address the housing crisis.
Nova Scotia's Public Works Minister Fred Tilley has announced a $465 million, five-year plan for major road and highway improvements across the province. Learn about the key projects and infrastructure investments.
Horizon Health Network CEO confirms proactive measures are in place for hospital capacity over the holidays as flu cases increase. Learn about the plan for New Brunswick.
Vancouver council has approved a controversial plan allowing towers up to 32 storeys in the Downtown Eastside while reducing the mandated percentage of shelter-rate housing units.
The federal government has announced a new regulatory framework to significantly reduce methane emissions from Canada's oil and gas operations and landfills. Learn about the key targets and implications for the environment and industry.
The latest round of diplomatic talks between Ukraine and the United States has concluded. The negotiations unfold as former President Donald Trump advocates for a rapid resolution to the conflict. Read the full analysis.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with former U.S. President Donald Trump later this month to discuss the second phase of Israel's Gaza strategy. Get the latest details.