6 h. ago France’s prime minister wants to cut 2 public holidays to save money for the indebted economy

PARIS (AP) — France’s prime minister proposed on Tuesday the elimination of two public holidays from the country’s annual calendar — possibly Easter Monday and the day marking the Allied victory over the Nazis — to save money in next year’s budget. That’s among a raft of spending cuts laid out by Prime Minister Francois […]

Politics

25 h. ago Opinion: We’re not just outsourcing ships. We’re outsourcing opportunity

Opinion: Handing B.C. Ferries contract to China may save money in the short term. But long term, it’s going to cost us much more in lost wages, lost taxes, lost skills training and lost community benefits

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5 d. ago How to save money and plan so pets can thrive along with your budget

Mary Castillo: Pets offer joy and companionship, but fur babies can be a significant financial commitment

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8 d. ago Finance minister directs cabinet colleagues to find billions in spending cuts

Champagne stated his intention to reduce program spending by 7.5% for the 2026–27 fiscal year, by 10% in the second year, and 15% in 2028–29

Politics

3 w. ago Allstate survey: Nearly one third of active social media users may potentially risk a home break

As summer holidays approach, Allstate’s public education campaign encourages Canadians to ‘Travel Smart’ by delaying their trip photos to social media MARKHAM, Ontario, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Almost one third (32 per cent) of Canadian respondents to a survey that say they are active on social media post about their plans before or […]

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3 w. ago Opinion: How Mark Carney is offering CEOs a chance to rebuild trust with Canadians

After last month’s throne speech, Bloc Québécois leader Yves-François Blanchet lamented that he feels Prime Minister Mark Carney “sees himself culturally as the CEO of Canada.” With his background in corporate finance, it’s no surprise Carney has been likened to a stereotypical finance boss. But is bringing CEO-type leadership to the federal government a bad […]

Transport

4 w. ago Starmer Says US Not Targeting Steel Ownership in Trade Talks

The UK does not need to push out British Steel’s Chinese owners in order to cut a deal to reduce US tariffs on steel, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said.

Economics