Category : Municipal Affairs


Quebec Municipal Elections: Over 1,000 Towns Vote

Voters across Quebec are heading to the polls today in municipal elections that will determine mayors and council members in more than 1,000 municipalities. From major urban centers to small rural communities, citizens are shaping their local governments

West Island Voters Could Decide Montreal Mayor Race

Discover how Montreal's West Island suburbs are emerging as the decisive factor in the tight mayoral election, with candidates scrambling for votes in this traditionally low-turnout region.

Metro Vancouver fees hit $897 per home in 2025

Metro Vancouver residents will see regional utility fees jump to $897 per average home next year as the board approves significant increases for water, sewer, and other essential services.

Sudbury's Memorial Park Gets $1.5M Facelift

Greater Sudbury embarks on exciting transformation of Memorial Park with new amenities, improved accessibility, and enhanced green spaces for community enjoyment.

$50M Funding Boost for Rural Canadian Municipalities

The Canadian government announces a significant $50 million funding increase for rural municipalities through the expanded Canada Community-Building Fund, empowering local communities to address infrastructure priorities.

Fingal Major Construction: Road Work Starts Monday

Significant road construction in Fingal, Ontario will transform the village's infrastructure starting Monday, bringing temporary disruptions but long-term improvements to water mains and roadways.

Banff council seat decided by single vote in election drama

In an election cliffhanger that demonstrates every vote counts, Michelle Backhouse secures her Banff town council seat by the narrowest possible margin - just one vote - after a judicial recount confirms the historic result.

Montreal Mayoral Candidates Run With Teammates

Discover how Montreal is pioneering a new political model where mayoral candidates run with designated running mates, changing the face of municipal elections in Quebec.

Windsor Mayor's Tax Freeze Plan Faces Scrutiny

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens faces tough questions about funding city services while promising a tax freeze through 2026, remaining silent on re-election plans as budget pressures mount.

Amherstburg Council Faces Integrity Probe Over Language

Amherstburg town council has taken the unprecedented step of involving an integrity commissioner after council members reportedly used foul and inappropriate language during a recent meeting, sparking controversy in the Ontario municipality.

Lansdowne 2.0 Approved by Ottawa Committee

Ottawa's planning committee has approved the ambitious Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment plan, paving the way for major transformations at the historic urban site. Discover what's included in this billion-dollar revitalization project.

Farkas's Council Return: Calgary's Political Shift

Former councillor Jeromy Farkas's potential return to Calgary city hall signals a dramatic shift in municipal politics. Discover why his comeback could reshape city governance and what it means for Calgary's future.

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