3 hours ago GST/HST tax break: British Columbians getting less than those in provinces with HST

B.C. isn't planning to remove its PST, so people in provinces with the HST will save a lot more

Economics

3 hours ago Ottawa LRT system to shut down morning of Dec. 1 for software integration on new Line 2

The 4 1/2-hour closure will allow for testing of the Train Control System along with high-speed data radio, camera and passenger information systems.

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5 hours ago Halifax security forum: U.S. senator questions Canada’s military spending

HALIFAX — An influential United States Republican senator delivered some blunt criticism of Canada’s military spending on Friday, telling a major security conference in Halifax the federal government has to do better to please president-elect Donald Trump. In a panel discussion on the first day of the Halifax International Security Forum, Republican Sen. James Risch […]

Events

5 hours ago Who buys Christmas trees after Dec. 14? And other concerns about Trudeau’s sales

The changes — which have yet to be implemented by legislation — have sparked many questions amongst businesses who are getting ready for the busy holiday season

Politics

6 hours ago Alberta passenger rail plan will draw on experts and public opinion, province says

An online survey is open until Dec. 20, where Albertans can provide input to help inform the rail master plan

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7 hours ago Three to See Edmonton Events: Downtown Winterval, AGA 100 Art Party and Marlena Wyman at Bugera Matheson

Downtown Winterval: This now-annual cluster of city-core fun is a sweet blend of ice carving, shiny lights, maple taffy, Christmas markets, sleigh rides, art installations, Santa photos, and local businesses offering deals. Top that off with warm street music on the central main stage, with Melafrique at 5 p.m., Major Love at 6 p.m. then […]

Culture

8 hours ago Thousands of dollars worth of meat for Christmas baskets stolen from Longueuil charity

"The community response has already been extremely generous, so we still think we’ll be able to fill our boxes," says spokesperson for Action Nouvelle Vie.

Culture

8 hours ago Budget, guerre en Ukraine et coupe Grey: le Défi de l’info du 22 novembre

Venez tester vos connaissances de l’actualité en 10 questions.

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9 hours ago J.K. Rowling offers to buy Gucci purse for fan and activist who ‘earned it’

J.K. Rowling is notorious for sparking outrage on social media, whether she sharing posts that people find controversial or responds to criticism for her views, namely on gender. But the Harry Potter writer isn’t all about stirring things up — unless stirring up excitement counts. Rowling noticed an X post by National Post contributor Amy […]

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