8 h. ago Jamie Golombek lays out everything you need to know about the new Canada Disability Benefit

Applications for the much anticipated CDB open on June 20, as long as you are approved for the tax credit

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6 d. ago Jamie Golombek: July brings a greater opportunity for income splitting

Come July 1 the Canada Revenue Agency’s prescribed interest rate will drop to three per cent. Here's what that means for taxpayers

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7 d. ago Canada Firms Flock to Government Program to Avoid Layoffs Amid Tariffs

A Canadian government program that aims to minimize layoffs by providing benefits to workers who agree to work fewer hours has seen its uptake double in about half a year.

Economics

8 d. ago ArcelorMittal closing wire drawing mill in Hamilton in latest industry blow

HAMILTON — Canada’s steel industry was hit with further layoff news Wednesday as ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada announced it is closing its wire drawing mill in Hamilton. The decision puts 153 employees out of work and adds to the hundreds of workers in the industry already hit by a combination of tariff concerns, market demand […]

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1 week ago CARNEY’S MILITARY ANNOUNCEMENT: Canada is too dependent on the U.S.

WATCH BELOW as Prime Minister Mark Carney lays out his plans for Canada’s military. What do YOU think? Tweet and Facebook us! And don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube Channel. 

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2 w. ago Lumber Producer Remabec Cuts 1,000 Jobs in Quebec, Citing Tariffs

One of Canada’s largest lumber producers, Groupe Rémabec, will temporarily lay off most of its workers as the industry faces rising US duties and weakening demand.

Economics

2 w. ago Lack of documentation can be fatal when claiming expenses on taxes

Jamie Golombek: Court denies driving expenses to visiting nurse who was unable to supply any evidence

Economics

3 w. ago How spousal RRSPs can reduce taxes without getting you in trouble

Jamie Golombek: This strategy can be complicated and have pitfalls you may not know about, as one recent tax case illustrates

Economics

3 w. ago Service Canada slashes hundreds of jobs as demand for passports declines

Fewer Canadians are expected to apply for passports this year, prompting Service Canada to cut 800 jobs nationwide.According to a projection by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), passport volumes in 2025 to 2026 will be significantly lower than those in 2024 to 2025.In an email to Daily Hive, a representative for Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) stated, "As a result of this projected reduction in passport volumes, Service Canada will be adjusting its passport workforce effective June 2025 to align with approved funding levels."The representative said that Service Canada regularly ensures that its workforce levels "align with forecasted volumes." They also stated that as a federal department, ESDC must ensure that revenues are balanced with costs, including employee salaries.As a result, the reduced passport application forecast will affect approximately 800 term employees. Layoffs will occur in Service Canada locations in every pr...

Sport

3 w. ago Canada Revenue Agency says it plans to cut 280 permanent roles

The Canada Revenue Agency says it plans to cut 280 permanent jobs and cites 'fiscal constraints', and this follows the cutting of more than 3000 jobs since last year.

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4 w. ago Resilient Healthcare Coalition Issues Joint Mandate Letter to Promote Canada’s Health and Economic Prosperity

TORONTO — Today, the Resilient Healthcare Coalition (RHC) released a proposed Joint Mandate Letter (“Letter”) addressed to newly appointed Health Minister Marjory Michel and Minister of Industry Mélanie Joly. Looking to catalyze a vital cross-government policy conversation at the dawn of a new mandate for the Government of Canada, the Letter lays out 10 policy […]

Science

4 w. ago Have you made a mistake or need to change your tax return? Here’s how

Jamie Golombek: What to do if you find an errant T-slip or missing donation receipt or have another other reason to change your recently-filed return

Economics