CPPIB Invests $1B+ in Castrol Lubricants Stake
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.
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CPP Investments buys stake in lubricants firm Castrol
Canada's CPP Investments has acquired a minority stake in global lubricants company Castrol. This strategic move diversifies the pension fund's holdings in the industrial sector. Read more on the details.
Christmas Fund Helps Richmond Family Fleeing Domestic Violence
A Richmond transition home family receives a last-minute Christmas miracle with a tree and gifts, thanks to community support and the Richmond Christmas Fund. See how donations make a difference.
CPPIB, Goodman invest US$2.6B in European data centres
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.
Alberta Next Referendum Recommendations Pose Political Risk
The Alberta Next panel's call for referendums on a provincial pension and police force could revive unpopular debates, risking the UCP's electoral standing. Read the analysis.
Financial Post Columnists Analyze Key 2025 Trends
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.
Alberta Next panel recommends CPP referendum, provincial police
Premier Danielle Smith defends Alberta Next panel's seven recommendations, including a referendum on exiting the CPP and creating a provincial police service. The report's release timing is questioned.
Alberta panel recommends 2026 referendums on key issues
A panel chaired by Premier Danielle Smith recommends Alberta hold referendums in 2026 on a provincial pension plan, immigration control, and constitutional changes. Learn the key findings.
Alberta panel urges referendum to quit Canada Pension Plan
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.
Feds move $900M pension surplus, PSAC criticizes
The federal government transfers a $900M pension surplus to its general account, sparking union criticism. PSAC demands funds be reinvested in workers' benefits.
Union: Using pensions for early retirement is 'borderline theft'
The head of a major Canadian public service union strongly criticizes a proposal to fund an early retirement incentive through pension plans, calling it a risky move for workers.
Feds move $900M pension surplus, total hits $2.8B
The federal government is moving another $900 million surplus from the public service pension fund to a central account, bringing the total to $2.8 billion. Public sector unions are alarmed. Read more.
Early CPP, OAS Payments Delivered Before Christmas
Canadian seniors receive their final 2025 CPP and Old Age Security payments early this month. Learn about the amounts, eligibility, and the 2026 increases.
Feds defend $1.1M Deloitte AI contract after firm's mistakes
The federal government is justifying a $1.1-million contract awarded to Deloitte for AI advice, even after the consulting giant admitted to past errors. Get the full story on this controversial deal.
Federal job cut notifications to start in January
The federal government will begin notifying public servants of potential job cuts in January 2025. Get the latest details on this significant workforce adjustment.
400 jobs cut at Natural Resources Canada by 2029
The federal government confirms 400 positions will be eliminated at Natural Resources Canada by 2029. Get the details on the workforce reduction and its implications.
AIMCo names Ray Gilmour as permanent CEO
Former senior bureaucrat Ray Gilmour has been confirmed as the permanent Chief Executive of Alberta Investment Management Corp. (AIMCo) after serving as interim CEO since a major board and management shakeup in late 2024.
AIMCo names Ray Gilmour permanent CEO
Former senior Alberta bureaucrat Ray Gilmour has been confirmed as the permanent CEO of the Alberta Investment Management Corp. (AIMCo), following a major governance shakeup in late 2024. Learn about his background and the fund's path forward.
Federal Government Rejects Public Service Productivity Metrics
A new report outlines 19 ways to boost federal productivity, but the government shows no interest in tracking it. Discover the key findings and Ottawa's response.
Carney's $1.5B Civil Service Retirement Plan Saves $82M Annually
Prime Minister Mark Carney's plan to reduce the federal civil service through early retirement incentives will cost $1.5 billion upfront, with annual savings of $82 million. The strategy aims to avoid layoffs.
Ottawa Begins Notifying Public Servants of Possible Job Cuts
The federal government has started informing public servants about potential job reductions. Get the latest details on this developing story affecting Ottawa's workforce.
27,000+ Canadian Public Servants Earn Over $150K
New data reveals more than 27,000 federal employees earned salaries of $150,000 or higher last year. Explore the breakdown and what it means for public sector spending.
Desk 'Hoteling' Could Hamper Public Servant Return-to-Office
New data reveals more than half of federal employees have no assigned workspace. Experts warn this 'hoteling' trend could create major logistical hurdles for any mandated full-time office return.
Opinion: What a Slimmed-Down Canadian Government Must Keep
As Ottawa seeks spending cuts, an opinion piece argues for refocusing on core government needs like security and food, questioning agencies like the NFB. Read the analysis.
$2.75M Fund Backs New Calgary AgTech Hub, AgSphere
A new agricultural innovation hub, AgSphere, launches at Calgary's Stampede grounds with $2.75M from the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund. It connects farmers with tech, investors, and training.
NDP questions $2M grant to dentist's firm with Ford ties
Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles demands answers after a company owned by a dentist with connections to Premier Doug Ford received a $2 million government grant. Explore the details and political fallout.
Rogers Sugar Employees Keep 40-Year Charity Tradition Alive
For nearly four decades, Rogers Sugar employees in Vancouver have run a holiday raffle for The Province's Empty Stocking Fund, raising thousands for local children. Learn how this union-driven tradition thrives.
How Canadian Women Are Transforming Charitable Giving
As women's wealth grows in Canada, they are driving a shift towards values-based, strategic philanthropy. Advisors reveal how intentional giving creates meaningful impact and legacy.
ODSP rules leave Windsor widow without survivor's pension
A Windsor, Ont. widow is left without financial support after her husband's death due to strict Ontario Disability Support Program eligibility rules. Learn about the policy gap affecting vulnerable families.
New Fund Helps Vancouver Chinatown Shops Grow Customer Base
The Vancouver Chinatown Foundation's impact fund is helping legacy businesses like The Dollar Meat Store modernize with digital tools and social media, attracting a new generation of customers.
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