13 h. ago It’s tax deadline day for most Canadians. Why it’s important to file now

Late tax filers could see a five per cent penalty on their balance owing and an additional one per cent for each full month that they delay filing after the due date.

Economics

13 h. ago LEAF TAKEAWAYS: Special teams go into hiding at worst possible time

If there’s one team the Maple Leafs historically have no trouble closing out at playoff time, it’s the Ottawa Senators. But this is not the early 2000s anymore. These Sens aren’t folding, living to fight another day, another game, going at home again to the Canadian Tire Centre. With the Leafs’ Scotiabank Arena ready to […]

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29 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

30 h. ago Canada's Wonderland roller coaster known for rough ride is getting a big change

Just days remain before Canada's Wonderland opens for the year, but there are many big changes parkgoers should be aware of if attending the coaster haven during the early days 2025 season.Most are probably well aware of the impending opening of the park's new flagship record-breaking launch coaster, AlpenFury, set to open at a yet-to-be-announced date, but there are a few other rides that will be absent from the park's roster on opening day.Along with the yet-to-open AlpenFury and the recently-demolished Time Warp roller coaster, Canada's Wonderland will be without one of its original attractions for the initial weeks of the 2025 season.The Mighty Canadian Minebuster — one of the park's 1981 opening day attractions — will not be open to riders when the park opens for the season on May 8.The 44-year-old coaster holds the record of the longest single-track wooden coaster in Canada at over one kilometre in length, but it is also known for a particularly...

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58 h. ago Election day is here as Canadians cast ballots after record advance turnout

Liberal Leader Mark Carney, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh spent the past month traversing the country vying for votes.

Politics

5 d. ago Why filing your taxes last minute in Canada could be risky this year

The deadline to file your taxes and pay money owed to the CRA is just days away, and waiting until the last minute comes with heightened risk.

Economics

6 d. ago SIMMONS: Why TSN’s Stewart Johnston is almost the perfect choice as CFL commissioner

There is a lot to like about Stewart Johnston on his first day as commissioner of the Canadian Football League. He looks right. He sounds right. He has a natural sense of confidence and authority and leadership, and he has the honest belief that this is the greatest challenge of his professional life. Being commissioner […]

Culture

6 d. ago Dogs, cats and books: 5 Vancouver shops to check out for Canadian Independent Bookstore Day

The Canadian Independent Booksellers Association is again celebrating the joys of the neighbourhood bookstore on April 26 with a day of contests, giveaways, and in-store events.

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8 d. ago Conservatives set to unveil platform as federal campaign enters final days

As the federal election campaign nears its end with less than a week to go before voting day, all federal party leaders are making their last pitches to Canadians.

Sport

8 d. ago Poilievre reveals platform, says government must ‘start pinching pennies’

As the federal election campaign nears its end with less than a week to go before voting day, all federal party leaders are making their last pitches to Canadians.

Politics

8 d. ago Canadian Vaping Association Unveils Groundbreaking Recycling Initiative Paving the Way for a Sustainable Future

Ottawa, ON, April 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — This Earth Day, the Canadian Vaping Association (CVA) is teaming up with industry leaders to launch VapeCycle, a groundbreaking nationwide recycling program designed to address the environmental impact of e-waste in disposable vaping products while supporting Canada’s public health harm reduction initiatives.  While vaping remains the most effective […]

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8 d. ago Tories expected to release platform as federal election campaign nears end

OTTAWA — As the federal election campaign nears its end with less than a week to go before voting day, all federal party leaders are making their last pitches to Canadians on why they deserve their vote. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is expected to unveil his party’s costed platform today, while the Liberals and NDP […]

Politics

8 d. ago 'How could Edmonton not have Audreys?': Edmonton bookseller celebrating 50 years

The local independent bookstore is leading the way on Canadian Independent Bookstore Day

Economics

9 d. ago Canadian voters urged to show up early on last day of advance polls

Elections Canada is urging voters to get to their advance polling place as early as they can, to avoid the potential for long votes.

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1 week ago WorldStrides Canada Facilitating VE Day 80 Tour in the Netherlands to Honour Fallen Canadian Soldiers

Students, teachers from 34 high schools across Canada will visit Bergen-op-Zoom Canadian War Cemetery, carry “Torch of Remembrance” in Commemoration Ceremony TORONTO, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — To mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, WorldStrides, a global provider of educational student travel and experiential learning, is facilitating a commemoration tour […]

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1 week ago Have a side hustle? Here’s what you need to know as tax filing deadlines draw near

You could be selling your art on Etsy or delivering late-night orders for Uber Eats. Maybe you dog-sit on weekends for out-of-town pet owners, or tutor kids who need help with their homework after school. No matter the side hustle, financial experts say it’s important to be aware of the rules surrounding your income declaration, […]

Economics

2 w. ago SIMMONS: Edward Rogers doesn’t know Vladimir Guerrero Jr. very well, but is happy to give him $500 million

In the midst of all the smiles, the gratitude, the ceremony and the signatures, Edward Rogers, who rarely speaks in public,, admitted he doesn’t know Vladimir Guerrero Jr. very well. It was a rather astounding admission for the most powerful man in Canadian sport to make on the day the unofficial became official. That Guerrero […]

Economics

2 w. ago Lights, camera, elbows up: Movies to stream on Canadian Film Day

The April 16 celebration features events across the country, but if you can't make it out there are streaming options to view any time

Culture

2 w. ago Shumka fest, Canadian Film Day and more in Edmonton this weekend

Shumka Dance Festival: Dazzlingly visual and full of jaw-dropping skill leaping back centuries, Shumka’s inaugural dance fest has schools across Canada presenting their finest ensemble work. With performances running all day Friday and Saturday, dancers will get professional feedback, all leading up to a separate competition show 7 p.m. Saturday. The costumes, the makeup, the […]

Culture

2 w. ago Canadian veterans Big Wreck named Record Store Day Canada Ambassadors for 2025

It hard to imagine there was time when Ian Thornley wasn’t cool. As the singer and primary songwriter of both Big Wreck and Thornley,  he has been a mainstay in the national music scene since  the early 1990s. His weighty baritone has been front-and-centre for thundering hits on both sides of the border, including The […]

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