13 h. ago Federal budgets will now be tabled in the fall, split capital and operational spending

The new schedule aims to make the government's fiscal year planning more predictable for the private sector and other levels of government

Economics

13 h. ago Budgets will now be tabled in the fall and Canadians should ‘rejoice’ at fiscal situation, Champagne says

The new schedule aims to make the government's fiscal year planning more predictable for the private sector and other levels of government

Other

13 h. ago With deficit set to soar, Ottawa shifts budgets from spring to fall

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal government plans to table the federal budget in the fall going forward, ending the long-standing practice of releasing the document in the spring. The Liberals intend to introduce this year’s budget on Nov. 4, after foregoing a spring budget following the April election. The parliamentary budget officer predicts […]

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2 w. ago MPs set to push Champagne to clarify budget timing at finance committee

OTTAWA — Finance Minster Francois-Philippe Champagne will appear in front of the House of Commons’ finance committee in two weeks as MPs seek clarity on the budget cycle. Ottawa’s spending plans are traditionally tabled in the spring; Champagne is set to table the Liberals’ annual budget on Nov. 4. Bloc Quebecois MP Jean-Denis Garon tabled […]

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2 w. ago ‘You could fire him for telling the truth’: Poilievre calls for interim budget watchdog to be appointed to full term

The Liberals will table the federal budget on Nov. 4. and Carney has told Canadians to expect a 'substantial' deficit

Events

2 w. ago Liberals will table federal budget on Nov. 4, Champagne says

OTTAWA — Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne says the Liberals will table the federal budget on Nov. 4. The long-awaited spending plan will be the federal Liberals’ first under Prime Minister Mark Carney. It will also be the first budget as finance minister for Champagne, who announced the date during question period Tuesday. He billed the […]

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2 w. ago Canadian style stars share their top 5 fall fashion finds from Canadian brands

Asking an expert to distil the must-try styles can offer some direction about how to update your fall wardrobe, whether in a small, singular piece or full-on closet overhaul

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3 w. ago Parliament returns Monday with Carney’s first budget on the horizon

The first few weeks of the sitting will build toward the Carney government tabling its first budget next month. 

Transport

3 w. ago Buyers showing optimism, could a real estate turnaround be far behind?

A combination of lower interest rates, increased inventory and improved affordability will entice buyers to get back into action Following a period characterized by consumer uncertainty and a pull-back of buyers in early 2025, the Canadian housing market may be turning a new leaf this fall, according to a new REMAX Fall Housing Market Update. […]

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3 w. ago Posthaste: A late paycheque is all it would take for many Canadians to fall behind on their bills

Survey suggests many working Canadians are likely living paycheque to paycheque

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3 w. ago Pumpkin spice and everything nice: Canadian makers embrace the fall staple

In fall, pumpkin spice becomes the answer to all of life’s questions. You want a coffee? Pumpkin spice latte. Looking for a new home fragrance? Pumpkin spice candle. Need help for your cold, chapped hands? Pumpkin spice cream. What started as a trend has become a seasonal staple. According to a 2022 study by Montclair […]

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4 w. ago Lawyers flag urgent need for better funding of federal trade, sanctions agencies

OTTAWA — Several prominent lawyers are urging Ottawa to bolster federal units that manage trade issues, arguing they are under strain amid a surge of activity fuelled in part by a United States tariff war. In a letter to the Finance Department ahead of the coming fall budget, the Canadian international trade and investment lawyers […]

Economics