3 h. ago Payments of these benefits may be delayed if you don't file your taxes on time

Regularly employed Canadians have one day left to file their taxes in Canada by the April 30 deadline.According to a survey from H&R Block, 22 per cent of Canadians have yet to file their tax return.More than half (58 per cent) of those yet to file say they plan to file before the deadline, but haven’t gotten around to it yet, and 12 per cent say it's because they have yet to receive some documents they need.If you've been slacking, now's the time to catch up so that you don't miss out on any immediate benefit and credit payments, or incur any penalties.We spoke with H&R Block tax expert Yannick Lemay about what could happen if you file your taxes late in Canada.Late benefit and credit paymentsLemay says there are a lot of credits in the last few years, both from the federal and provincial governments, that are being paid outside of the tax return."That means in order to receive them, you need to have filed your tax return," he explained....

Economics

4 h. ago Jealous man pleads guilty to killing wife with axe in front of their kids

The victim’s screams could be heard in the background of the 911 call.

Society

5 h. ago Toronto's High Park cherry blossoms are about to reach full bloom for 2025

The annual return of Toronto's vibrant sakura cherry blossoms has officially begun, with the first delicate white petals opening in High Park as of April 28, right on schedule.According to Toronto's go-to expert for cherry blossom updates, Steven Joniak — better known as Sakura Steve — this year's full bloom is expected to begin on May 1, followed by peak bloom (when 90 to 100 per cent of blossoms are open) from May 2 through May 9 in High Park.For over a decade, Sakura Steve has kept cherry blossom fans informed with updates on his site, Sakura in High Park. Since 2012, he's been Toronto's most trusted sakura tracker, even receiving special recognition from Matsunaga Takeshi, the Consul-General of Japan, for his dedication.As always, the weather will play a decisive role in just how long that peak will last, with the upcoming rain and thunderstorms potentially shortening that window. Visitors heading to the park right now will spot only a f...

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5 h. ago Donald Trump brags that he cost Pierre Poilievre federal election

Mark Carney’s Liberals won, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is resigning as party leader, and Pierre Poilievre not only lost the election but also, shockingly, his own riding after serving as MP for 21 years. And all of that is due to U.S. President Donald Trump — according to Donald Trump. “You know, until I came […]

Politics

5 h. ago ‘A lot of fluctuation’ as voters wake up to minority government, Manitoba expert says

Brandon University Prof. Kelly Saunders says the election of another minority government may not have been the definitive statement some voters had hoped for.

Politics

6 h. ago Kirkland, WA New Construction Expert Feisal Ramjee Joins eXp Realty

Top-producing solo agent and trusted builder partner brings new construction mastery and long-term vision to eXp’s innovative platform BELLINGHAM, Wash., April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — eXp Realty®, “the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet™” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), is proud to welcome Feisal Ramjee, one […]

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6 h. ago Experts say Canada is now on the brink of an economic recession

Canada is headed towards a recession this year, and now is the time for Canadians to prepare for a financial downturn, according to a Wells Fargo report.In its International Economic Outlook: April 2025 report, the company highlights its economic forecast, stating that economies exposed to tariffs are expected to underperform."In that sense, we now believe Canada’s economy will enter technical recession this year," states the report. It also predicts that the Bank of Canada will likely ease interest rates due to concerns about inflation.However, tariffs aren’t the only factor that will have a direct impact on Canada's economy — the indirect effects of sentiment and confidence are also expected to contribute to the recession.And an already weak loonie is also likely to get even weaker.Wells Fargo predicts that the Canadian dollar "will be a relative underperformer.” According to currency exchange company XE, as of April 29, th...

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6 h. ago Anxious about the cost of having kids? Don’t get discouraged, experts say

The average cost of raising children is nearing $300,000, according to Statistics Canada — and that’s only up until 17 years old. Post-secondary education is not included, and how many 17 year olds are fully self-supporting? Having kids is more expensive than ever — inflation, housing and the cost of living are all in play […]

Society

7 h. ago White House says Amazon ‘hostile’ for reported tariff labels

(Bloomberg) — The White House denounced Amazon.com Inc’s reported move to display the cost of President Donald Trump’s tariffs on products, setting the stage for a high-profile clash between the administration and the popular online marketplace. “This is a hostile and political act by Amazon,” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters Tuesday. “Why […]

Economics

9 h. ago Vodafone Business and Fortinet Expand Global Partnership to Secure Hybrid Work

Vodafone Business expands its converged networking and cybersecurity services powered by the Fortinet Unified SASE solution to new global markets. Vodafone Business has been also designated “Fortinet Global Partner” due to its expertise in designing, deploying, and managing secure connected enterprise solutions globally. LONDON and SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — News Summary […]

Economics

10 h. ago Opinion: Calgary is Canada’s housing engine, and we need to do more

You’ve likely heard that Calgary is growing at a record pace. As Calgarians, you likely feel it — when you take your kids to the leisure centre or when you’re driving or training to work, our city feels “busier.” That’s because 91,000 net new people moved to Calgary in the past year, and 83,000 the […]

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12 h. ago Netcracker Demonstrates Leadership in AI, GenAI and Automation at FutureNet World

Netcracker Will Highlight How Its AI-Driven Automation Solutions Bring New Levels of Agility and Cost Efficiency to Telecom Operators WALTHAM, Mass. — Netcracker Technology will spotlight its advances in AI, GenAI and automation to drive operational efficiency at FutureNet World in London on May 7-8. Netcracker’s AI-driven automation solutions combine orchestration functions with AI/advanced analytics […]

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22 h. ago 'Fight for your kids': Family devastated by critical injuries in Lapu Lapu Day tragedy

Roland Nulada, 53, is being treated for critical injuries in hospital. His brother-in-law, Val De La Cruz, sustained several fractures. De La Cruz's one-year-old son remains in critical condition.

Society

22 h. ago Quebec’s failed SAAQclic project could cost $500M, inquiry hears

Alain Fortin, Quebec's interim auditor general, testified that cost overruns the SAAQclic project will come in at $1.1 billion by 2027, nearly $500 million overbudget.

Economics

22 h. ago Florida man charged with killing estranged wife in Spain dead from suicide, lawyer says

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A Florida businessman charged with kidnapping and killing his estranged wife in Spain was found dead from an apparent suicide Monday morning in a South Florida federal prison, his defense attorney said. David Knezevich, 37, was awaiting trial at the Federal Detention Center in Miami. He was charged last year with […]

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25 h. ago Snotty Nose Rez Kids look to rebuild recording studio, businesses after devastating east Vancouver fire

The Juno Award-winning Indigenous rap group lost their studio and clothing store in a fire on Vancouver's East Hastings Street

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25 h. ago Psychiatrist expressed concerns during mental fitness test for Calgary man accused of murder

Suspect tried to downplay his hallucinations but also expressed fears about being kidnapped, court told

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28 h. ago Washington tentera d’exercer plus de contrôle sur les relations commerciales du Canada avec la Chine

Le président américain cherchera à restreindre davantage la capacité du Canada à signer des accords commerciaux avec la Chine, prédit un expert.

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28 h. ago Naked woman jumps from moving car on highway to escape kidnapping: Cops

A 24-year-old man faces numerous charges, including kidnapping, after a naked woman jumped out of a moving car on a Nashville highway. Police were called to a gas station early Thursday to find the woman without clothes covered in severe abrasions, court documents obtained by WKRN revealed. She was treated in hospital, where she told […]

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28 h. ago Trial begins in Paris over jewel heist aimed at Kim Kardashian in 2016

Ten people, dubbed 'The Granddad Robbers' because of the main defendants' ages, are on trial on charges of robbery and kidnapping

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