20 h. ago Canadian families with kids will get money from the government this week

The final Canada Child Benefit payments are scheduled to be deposited into bank accounts this Friday, ahead of an increase in July.Eligible families can expect to receive Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payments on June 20. This month's payment will be the last one before the scheduled increase in July, which marks the beginning of the new benefit year.The last time the federal government increased the child tax benefit was in July 2024 when payments went up by 4.7 per cent. As a result of the increase, the maximum payment for children under six increased by $350, from $7,437 to $7,787. For children aged six to 17, payments increased by $295, from $6,275 to $6,570.To help parents with the rising cost of living, Ottawa has been using a process called indexation to increase the benefit amounts since 2018.An Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) spokesperson explained that, due to the indexation process, tax child benefit payments, as well as income thresholds, increase every ...

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68 h. ago New law taking effect this week called 'major win' for Canadian workers

A new law that impacts federal workers in Canada is set to take effect this week.Last year, the federal government passed Bill C-58, a law aimed at protecting unionized workers during strikes or lockouts.Starting on Friday, June 20, federal employers will no longer be able to use replacement workers, also known as "scabs," to do the jobs of unionized employees during legal strikes or lockouts.Federally regulated employers like banks, telecom companies, postal services, and transportation companies could be fined up to $100,000 per day if they violate the new "anti-scab" law in Canada."This once-in-a-generation update to federal labour law didn't happen by chance. Our union – our members and activists – made winning federal anti-scab legislation a reality," Unifor, one of Canada's largest unions, stated in a release last year.There are exceptions to this new law, such as the need to use a replacement worker to prevent threats to life,...

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9 d. ago Ontario residents will get payouts from the government this week

Ontario residents may want to check their bank accounts this week, as the monthly Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) payments are scheduled to be distributed.Eligible Ontario residents who are registered to receive the payment can expect to see the deposit in their bank account on Tuesday, June 10.Payments are usually issued on the 10th of the month; however, if payment dates fall on a weekend or bank holiday, payments are deposited on the last working day before the 10th.Are you eligible for the Ontario Trillium Benefit?The OTB is a tax-free combination of three payments: the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, the Northern Ontario Energy Credit, and the Ontario Sales Tax Credit.You must be eligible for at least one of the payments to receive monthly payments.You could get a maximum of $1,283 for the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit if you're between 18 and 64 years old, $1,461 if you are 65 or older, $285 if you live on a reserve or in a public long-term care home, and $...

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2 w. ago Bill 33 attacks local democracy, public education and Ontario’s most vulnerable kids

Toronto, ON, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Last week, the Ontario government introduced Bill 33, a sweeping piece of legislation that hands more control over education to the premier’s office at the direct expense of school boards, post-secondary institutions, and the communities that depend on them. “Bill 33 is a power grab, and a […]

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2 w. ago LifeLabs partners with POGO to support their ongoing mission of helping Ontario children with cancer

Toronto, Ontario, June 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — LifeLabs, Canada’s leading medical laboratory, is proud to announce its continued partnership with the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO) to support Canadian children with cancer and their families. As part of this collaboration, LifeLabs donated $10,000, and gathered many senior leadership team members to come together […]

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2 w. ago Federal judge extends order blocking Trump administration ban on foreign students at Harvard

BOSTON — A federal judge on Thursday extended an order blocking the Trump administration’s attempt to bar Harvard University from enrolling foreign students.  U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs extended the block she imposed last week with a temporary restraining order on the government action.  Harvard sued the Department of Homeland Security on Friday after Secretary […]

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3 w. ago Musk Says He’s ‘Disappointed’ That Trump Tax Bill Raises Deficit

Elon Musk expressed dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump’s giant tax bill, which the US House narrowly passed last week, saying it undercut his efforts to slash government spending.

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3 w. ago Canadians will be getting government money with payouts this week

Eligible Canadians will get money from the government this week through several federal programs and one provincial program.With many Canadians grappling with rising living costs, these benefits certainly go a long way, so make sure to check if you're eligible.This week, families in Alberta can look forward to the Alberta Child and Family Benefit (ACFB), which is paid out to each child. Eligible Canadians will receive three types of pensions this week: the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), the Old Age Security (OAS) pension, and the Veteran Disability Pension.Find out more about the different ways that Canadians will receive money from the government this week, along with the eligibility requirements for each program.Alberta Child and Family Benefit (ACFB) — May 27The Alberta Child and Family Benefit offers financial support to lower- and middle-income families with children under the age of 18. To be eligible, families must meet the income criteria, file a tax return, reside in ...

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3 w. ago Lorne Gunter: Federal civil servants out of touch with reality of private

Nathan Prier, president of the Canadian Association of Professional Employees, one of the federal government’s largest unions, said earlier this week that Treasury Board president Shafqat Ali and the rest of the Carney cabinet must make regaining the trust of federal civil servants one of the Liberal government’s highest priorities. Huh!? You might think reducing […]

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4 w. ago Varcoe: Weak growth, rising prices make job 'a lot hard harder,' as central bank governors meet in Banff

Economists agree that a slowing global economic outlook is one of several challenges facing G7 finance ministers and central bank governors attending the event in Alberta this week

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4 w. ago Varcoe: Stagflation making job harder for central bank governors gathering in Banff

Economists agree that a slowing global economic outlook is one of several challenges facing G7 finance ministers and central bank governors attending the event in Alberta this week

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4 w. ago OPINION: Ford government failed to keep fiscal powder dry — now Ontarians will pay the price

The Ford government last week released its 2025 budget — it’s first since getting re-elected for a third term — and once again failed to balance the books, resulting in more borrowing and more debt on the backs of Ontarians. Premier Ford is quick to blame Trump’s tariffs for Ontario’s fiscal woes, but in reality, […]

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4 w. ago Cost of Living now the top threat to inheritance plans, Canadian study finds

Study reveals 57% of parents expect to spend most of their wealth during lifetime—while many younger Canadians remain hopeful, and unprepared TORONTO, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A new national study by the Money Wise Institute reveals rising economic pressure, mismatched expectations, and a widespread failure to use basic legacy planning tools—putting Canadian families […]

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