15 h. ago Vast majority of Canadians now say they are living 'paycheque to paycheque'

Struggling financially due to the cost of living? You're not alone. A new survey shows most Canadians feel like they're only just covering their living costs.A new H&R Block Canada survey on how much money Canadians save shows that they're increasingly worried about not putting enough away for a rainy day. As a rule of thumb, 20 per cent of people's paycheques should go towards savings. However, on average, participants said they only manage to put away 7 per cent of their earnings.That's because the majority of participants said that they feel like living paycheque to paycheque is the "new reality.""When thinking about the prevailing culture of saving in Canada, a whopping 85 per cent feel that living paycheque to paycheque is the new norm," reads the survey. "This is up from 60 per cent who said they felt that way in a similar H&R Block study from 2024."It's hardly surprising, given that one in 10 Canadians say that what they earn isn't enough to cover living costs. Overal...

Politics

24 h. ago Large majority of Canadians want Carney to disclose business interests: poll

The federal Liberal leader has so far refused to disclose the assets he says he put into a blind trust weeks ago, or his potential conflicts of interest

Politics

64 h. ago Trump tariffs not large enough to trigger recession so far in Canada: RBC

An RBC report says a "large majority" of Canadian exports to the U.S. will be exempted from Trump's tariffs so far under the free trade agreement, reducing recession risk.

Economics

4 d. ago Canadian Tesla protests part of ‘day of action’ amid fractured U.S. relationship

VANCOUVER — Canadians in several major cities held demonstrations at Tesla dealerships as part of an international “day of action” aimed at the company’s CEO Elon Musk and his role within the American government amid the fractured relationship between Canada and the United States. About two dozen protesters stood in the rain outside the dealership […]

Culture

7 d. ago Rare Tom Thomson paintings on display in Calgary prior to Toronto auction

Two rare Tom Thomson paintings will be on display in Calgary for a three-day preview of a major auction of Canadian art. Thomson’s Autumn, Algonquin Park was painted between 1914 and 1916 and is estimated to be worth $1 million and $1.2 million, while Dawn on Round Lake (Kawawaymog Lake), a wood panel from 1914, […]

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8 d. ago Canada’s housing buildout a critical moment to ensure new condos include EV charging: report

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A third of Canadians live in apartment or condo buildings. In most major cities, that proportion is even higher. But charging an EV can be more challenging for apartment dwellers, posing a barrier to adoption for some. As Canada embarks on a generational housing buildout, the […]

Events

8 d. ago Small businesses might have to make workforce adjustments to cope with tariffs: poll

Leaders say reduced hours or hiring freezes are preferred over significant layoffs

Economics

8 d. ago Small businesses prefer ‘minor’ adjustments over layoffs to deal with tariffs: poll

TORONTO — Small and medium business leaders say they could have to make minor adjustments to their operations in the short term to cope with widespread U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, but more drastic measures may be needed later on. Companies say they prefer measures such as reduced hours or hiring freezes over significant layoffs […]

Economics

8 d. ago Small businesses prefer workforce adjustments over layoffs to deal with tariffs: Poll

Small and medium business leaders say they could have to make minor adjustments to their operations in the short term to cope with widespread U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. The poll of 50 small and medium enterprise leaders across Canada, conducted by the trade services arm of the Toronto Region Board of Trade, found measures […]

Economics

8 d. ago CIBC signs federal government’s code of conduct for generative AI

CIBC says it has signed on to the federal government’s voluntary code of conduct for generative artificial intelligence. It says it is the first major Canadian bank to sign the code. CIBC introduced several generative AI pilot programs last year. Dave Gillespie, CIBC’s executive vice-president for infrastructure, architecture and modernization, says the bank is reinforcing […]

Politics

1 week ago Poilievre calls Smith’s oilpatch demands ‘reasonable,’ challenges Carney to disclose foreign oil investments

Smith put out a list of nine non-negotiable demands, concerning Alberta’s oil and gas sector, shortly after meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney

Transport

1 week ago Western Business Coalition Leads Charge to Unleash Canada’s Natural Resource Potential and Secure Its Global Future

Calgary, March 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Western Business Coalition has launched its first major initiative – Untapped Potential – Driving Canadian Prosperity Through Natural Resources – to unlock the economic potential of Canada’s natural resource sector. This effort focuses on advocating for policies that drive investment, create jobs, and position Canada as a […]

Economics

1 week ago Poilievre calls on Carney to publicly disclose assets, possible conflicts

'There is nothing in the law that prevents him from publishing that information for all eyes to see if he has nothing to hide': Tory leader

Events

1 week ago Poilievre, Singh call on Carney to publicly disclose assets, possible conflicts

'There is nothing in the law that prevents him from publishing that information for all eyes to see if he has nothing to hide': Tory leader

Events

2 w. ago Declare a 'energy crisis' and approve major projects within six months, says Canada's oil and gas leaders

The heads of Canada’s largest petroleum producers and pipeline companies issued an open letter Wednesday to the country’s federal political parties to encourage building new infrastructure – including declaring a “Canadian energy crisis” and establishing firm timelines so major projects are approved within six months of application. In the open letter to the heads of […]

Politics

2 w. ago Declare an 'energy crisis' and approve major projects within six months, say Canada's oil and gas leaders

The heads of Canada’s largest petroleum producers and pipeline companies issued an open letter Wednesday to the country’s federal political parties to encourage building new infrastructure – including declaring a “Canadian energy crisis” and establishing firm timelines so major projects are approved within six months of application. In the open letter to the heads of […]

Politics

2 w. ago Carney admits to potential conflicts of interest with Brookfield, expects ethics screen to apply

Asked why he is not disclosing his assets proactively, Carney said that is a question that is for the ethics commissioner

Events

2 w. ago Black Canadians see progress on equity in workplace, even as racism persists: report

TORONTO — A new report suggests a vast majority of Black Canadians feel their employer has made progress in creating a more equitable workplace, but more than three-quarters said they still encounter varying degrees of racism at work. The Canadian arm of advisory firm KPMG said in a report released Tuesday that 86 per cent […]

Events

2 w. ago Blueprint Enterprises Launches to Invest In and Accelerate the Growth of Canadian Companies

TORONTO, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blueprint Enterprises (“Blueprint”), a family-backed holding company dedicated to acquiring and growing exceptional Canadian businesses, launched today. Blueprint plans to make majority investments in established Canadian businesses with a long-term ownership horizon. As experienced operators and investors, the Blueprint team will provide capital, operating expertise, and strategic resources […]

Economics

2 w. ago Myhal Family Foundation Makes Transformative Gift to the Future of St. Joe’s

Prominent Philanthropic Family inspires community to give back generously TORONTO, March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation announced today that major Canadian philanthropists and long-time west-end residents Rayla and George Myhal are making a significant investment in St. Joseph’s Health Centre with a transformative matching donation. The family’s $10 million challenge […]

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