19 h. ago Loblaw clarifies made in Canada label confusion amid tariffs

No grocery store label is safe from the scrutiny of Canadian shoppers during the Canada-United States tariff war.The federal government's initial retaliatory tariffs saw a long list of grocery items impacted by the 25 per cent duty.U.S. President Donald Trump doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum products from Canada on Wednesday, so Ottawa responded with another $29.8 billion worth of tariffs on American goods ranging from stoves to roller coasters.Calls to support Canadian-made products have grown stronger than ever with nearly 25,000 people signing a petition urging "Product of Canada" labels in grocery stores.Canada's major grocers have heard the calls to highlight Canadian goods in stores. Loblaw has even started marking Canadian products with a maple leaf symbol and imported U.S. products with prices that have been affected by tariffs with a "T" symbol.However, some shoppers shared their confusion about discrepan...

Economics

21 h. ago Six Federal Agencies Must Rehire Thousands of Fired Workers, Judge Orders

A San Francisco federal judge ordered the Trump administration to rehire thousands of the government’s newest employees who were terminated in February.

Events

21 h. ago Algoma Steel foresees challenges, opportunity from trade war as it works to cut costs

The chief executive of one of Canada’s largest steel producers says the company is in discussions with federal and provincial leaders to determine what government support might be available to help offset the Trump administration’s tariffs. Algoma Steel Group Inc. CEO Michael Garcia said Thursday his company expects the Canadian government’s “swift and appropriate response” […]

Economics

23 h. ago Here's the new list of U.S. products subject to Canadian tariffs

The list of American goods subject to tariffs when imported into Canada is growing.After United States President Donald Trump doubled tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum products on Wednesday, Canada responded with $29.8 billion worth of retaliatory tariffs.The federal government is slapping 25 per cent tariffs on a new slate of products originating from the U.S. starting Thursday.According to the Department of Finance, the tariffs will remain in place "until the U.S. eliminates its tariffs against Canadian steel and aluminum products."It adds that Canada's countermeasures don't apply to American goods in transit on the day the tariffs kick in.From knitting needles to video game consoles, here is the new list of U.S. products subject to tariffs by Canada:Candles, tapersPrepared glues and other prepared adhesivesUmbrellas and sun umbrellas (including walking-stick umbrellas, garden umbrellas, and similar umbrellas)Walking sticks, seat sticks, whips, riding cropsTableware, kitchenw...

Economics

24 h. ago Have capital gains to report? CRA says don’t file tax returns just yet

The Canada Revenue Agency says it's working to update its systems to reflect the current inclusion rate on capital gains after a last-minute reversal by the federal government. 

Economics

42 h. ago Trump to name Michelle Bowman as top bank regulator at Federal Reserve, AP source says

The Trump administration is expected to choose Federal Reserve governor Michelle Bowman to be the central bank’s top financial regulator, according to a person familiar with the decision who spoke on condition of anonymity. Bowman, who has been a member of the Fed’s governing board for six years, would replace Michael Barr, who stepped down […]

Other

42 h. ago Canada to impose 25% tariffs on $29.8B in U.S. goods starting Thursday

OTTAWA — The federal government will impose 25 per cent tariffs on U.S. goods worth $29.8 billion in retaliation for steel and aluminum tariffs the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump imposed Wednesday. All countries, including Canada, have been hit with 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum imports into the United States _ […]

Economics

63 h. ago B.C. brewery says cost of cans will increase by end of the month under U.S. tariffs

Tariffs implemented by U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., and the counter tariffs promised by the Canadian federal government are driving up costs and uncertainty.

Economics

66 h. ago Federal government to provide $35 million in joint funding to Alberta to tackle homelessness

Seniors, Community and Social Services Minister Jason Nixon said the funding will go towards projects aimed at developing long-term transitional shelters, enhancing capacity within shelters and improving existing outreach systems.

Economics

67 h. ago Canadians overwhelmingly oppose MPs getting hefty salary increase in April

The country's 338 members of Parliament are expecting a significant salary increase in April, and most Canadians aren't happy about it.According to government information-based estimates by the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF), backbench MPs currently earn an annual salary of $203,100. This is well above the Canadian average of $67,282, according to Dundas Life.Per Statistics Canada's latest data, the average income from salaries, wages, and commissions stood at $56,300 (median: $44,000) in 2022.The pay rise kicks in on April 1. Based on contract data published by the federal government, the CTF estimates this would be a 3.2 per cent pay bump. That means MPs would get paid $209,800 — a $6,700 increase.The CTF is a Saskatchewan-founded advocacy group "dedicated to lower taxes, less waste, and accountable government."It shared the results of a Leger poll published on March 5, 2025, showing that 79 per cent (or eight in 10) of Canadians oppose the upcoming MP raise.A look at C...

Other

69 h. ago These identical house designs could soon appear all over Ontario

After more than a year of planning and consultation, the Government of Canada has released today the final details of its Housing Design Catalogue — dozens of standardized templates to help achieve housing affordability for low-density infill developments.In preparation for the full rollout of the catalogue, the federal government is providing final renderings, floor plan layouts, and key building design details to provide builders with a head start to consider using these templates and begin planning.The intention is to reduce design and construction costs and simplify and accelerate housing approvals and construction for builders who choose to use these templates. As well, these templates help estimate construction costs."These standardized designs will help smaller homebuilders cut through the complexity, speeding up the time between concept and construction and lowering costs of building," said Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, the federal minister of housing, infrastruct...

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3 d. ago Republicans are marching ahead with a government funding bill despite Democratic opposition

WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans will face a critical test of their unity when a spending bill that would avoid a partial government shutdown and keep federal agencies funded through September comes up for a vote. Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is teeing up the bill for a vote as soon as Tuesday despite the lack of […]

Politics

3 d. ago Saskatchewan farmers demand action in response to looming trade wars

Saskatchewan farmers are demanding action by the provincial and federal governments to deal with the looming trade war with both the United States and China.

Economics

3 d. ago ‘We will get rid of that carbon tax’ when feds drop requirement, Eby says

This comes after new Liberal leader Mark Carney said he would immediately eliminate the federal government’s carbon price on consumers and stop the capital gains tax increase.

Economics

3 d. ago Canada markets airports to investors in push to attract capital

Government will consider longer subleases on federal land to sweeten development terms

Economics

4 d. ago Canadians now have to pay new surtax at U.S. border and on packages

If you live in Canada and like to visit the U.S. to shop, you might want to factor in a new expense at the border.The federal government has slapped a surtax on certain American goods bought by shoppers when re-entering Canada.In an email on Friday, a spokesperson for the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) said the 25 per cent surtax (in addition to other applicable duties) has been effective since March 4."These countermeasures will apply to commercial shipments, goods imported by mail or courier, and goods imported by individual travellers above their personal exemptions," stated CBSA spokesperson Rebecca Purdy. "Surtaxes will remain in place until the U.S. eliminates its trade-restrictive measures against Canada."Canada’s border officers are administrating and enforcing the surtax on individual travellers, commercial shipments, mail and couriers.The CBSA says all goods entering Canada, regardless of how they enter and whether they're eligible for duty and tax-fr...

Economics

4 d. ago National Police Federation Congratulates Mark Carney; Looks Forward to Building on Government’s Public Safety Improvements

OTTAWA, Ontario, March 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The following is a statement from National Police Federation President and C.E.O., Brian Sauvé, on the Liberal Party of Canada’s election of Mark Carney as Leader, and public safety progress made under outgoing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s leadership: “We congratulate Mark Carney on becoming the Leader of […]

Politics

4 d. ago Federal Liberals hand Quebec’s Davie shipyard new $3.25B icebreaker deal

The federal Liberal government made a major funding announcement for the Quebec shipbuilding industry Sunday just hours before Liberals were to vote to pick a new leader.

Economics

6 d. ago Service Canada says you’ll soon get your passport in 30 days, or it’s free

OTTAWA — The federal government says it’s going to implement a new 30-business-day guarantee for passports. That means Ottawa promises to either process a passport application within 30 business days or refund the fee. Citizens’ Services Minister Terry Beech says that change is coming this year, along with an online renewal option that will launch […]

Sport

6 d. ago Canadians can soon get their passport in 30 business days — or it’s free

Completed passports will soon be processed within 30 business days or Canadians will be able to get their fees refunded, the federal government says.

Sport