3 h. ago Vancouver mulls digital billboards at key locations for new revenue

Finding new ways to raise money are among the steps the city is taking as part of efforts to make cuts to prevent a property tax increase for next year

Other

12 h. ago Canadian families getting payout from the government this week

Eligible Canadian families can expect to receive their child tax payments this week.The Canada Child Benefit (CCB), a tax-free monthly payment that aims to help families with the cost of raising children under 18, will be sent out on Thursday, Nov. 20.The child tax payment increased in July, marking the beginning of the new benefit year. The federal government uses a process called indexation to raise the payment to help parents as the cost of living continues to soar.An Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) spokesperson said in January that the indexation means the max CCB amounts and income thresholds are increased yearly to "keep pace with the rising cost of living."This year, Canadian families were given a 2.7 per cent boost in child tax benefit payments, bringing the annual base benefit for children under six from $7,787 to $7,997 ($666 monthly) and from $6,570 to $6,748 ($562 monthly) for children aged six to 17 until June 2026.The Child Disabilit...

Politics

5 d. ago Ottawa draft budget focusing on 'stability' with 3.75% property tax hike

The property tax increase equates to about $166 more to the average household's tax bill next year.

Economics

7 d. ago 2026 budget presented to Calgary city council, mayor vows to cut property tax increase

As proposed, Calgary's 2026 budget would result in an extra $18.40 per month for the typical residential property, which includes an increase in waste fees and water utilities.

Economics

7 d. ago 2026 budget adjustments presented to council, poised to maintain property tax increases

A key message in the presentation outlined that the city will support Calgarians who are feeling economic pressure

Economics

9 d. ago Calgarians optimistic about city’s future, question value for tax dollars ahead of budget

Mayor Jeromy Farkas wants to cut the proposed property tax increase by "at-least half," as new data shows just 42 per cent of Calgarians feel they get good value for their taxes.

Economics

1 week ago Saskatoon city council proposes 8.23% property tax hike for next year

Saskatoon's city council announced Thursday a potential 8.23-per cent property tax increase to help balance next year's budget, with police asking for a $12.5 million increase.

Economics

2 w. ago Farkas addresses Calgary’s business community, promises ‘sharpened pencils’ ahead of budget

Calgary mayor Jeromy Farkas indicated there is consensus amongst the new city council that next year's proposed tax increase is 'far too high.'

Economics

2 w. ago ‘Our work begins now’: Jeromy Farkas sworn in as Calgary’s 38th mayor along with new city council

Jeromy Farkas took the oath of office and was sworn in alongside a new Calgary city council that has the largest class of rookies in more than 100 years.

Other

2 w. ago Edmonton chamber state of economy report demands city council fiscal plan

The Chamber is calling on Mayor-elect Andrew Knack and the newly elected city council to establish a Mayor’s Fiscal Roundtable within 120 days, to bring together civic, business, and financial leaders

Other

3 w. ago Russia Cuts Rate to 16.5% as Refinery Attacks Feed Inflation

The Bank of Russia continued its cycle of key interest-rate cuts even as Ukrainian attacks on refineries and a looming tax increase stoke inflation risks.

Economics

3 w. ago Russia Rate Cut in Question as Refinery Attacks Raise Fuel Costs

Russia may halt or slow its cycle of interest-rate cuts this week as Ukrainian attacks on refineries and a looming tax increase stoke inflation risks.

Economics