2 h. ago Canadian Crypto Firms Struggle to Create First Local Stablecoin

While the US Senate advanced far-reaching stablecoin legislation, Canadian companies are pushing to get even the most basic stablecoin products available for users in the country.

Economics

7 h. ago Junk Science Week — Jack Mintz: Multiplier effects are junk economics

In a depression, deficit spending may 'create jobs,' but when labour markets are tight, people taking new jobs are leaving old ones elsewhere

Other

9 h. ago Algonquin elder files lawsuit claiming she was bounced from OCDSB committee

Monique Manatch was chair of the school board's Indigenous Education Committee from 2016 until she was removed from the position in February, a statement of claim says.

Other

23 h. ago Alberta's promised income tax cut is coming in July — here's what you need to know

Albertans can expect to see the province’s promised tax cut on their paycheques next month. The United Conservative Party campaigned on the income tax cut during the spring 2023 election and after two years Albertans will finally see it reflected on their paycheques starting in July. The income tax cut was introduced in Budget 2025 […]

Economics

23 h. ago Some Ontario residents will be getting even bigger government payouts in July

Rates for the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) will jump in July, putting a bit more money in the pockets of eligible low-income, working-age provincial residents living with a disability.The provincial government's ODSP benefits pay out up to $1,368 per month for basic needs, such as food, shelter, prescription drugs, and vision care per single person as of June 2025, a number that will increase by 2.8 per cent on July 1.Starting in July, ODSP recipients will be paid out as much as $1,408 monthly — though some recipients may receive more to accommodate the needs of immediate family, transportation to medical appointments, and other factors.So, essentially, recipients will — even in the best-case scenario — receive an additional $40, a sum unlikely to make a significant impact for anyone struggling amid a cost-of-living crisis in Ontario.A release from the province touts the bump in payouts as "the fourth rate increase since we tied ODSP rates to ...

Politics

24 h. ago Canada’s economic growth likely to stall in Q2 as trade war bites: PBO

The parliamentary budget officer expects economic growth to stall in the second quarter of the year as Canada's trade war with the United States sinks exports.

Economics

24 h. ago Bell High School valedictorian defended by advocates after pro

The OCDSB said speeches are for celebrating academic life and "designed to facilitate respectful, safe and supportive discussions."

Society

26 h. ago Ottawa’s fiscal watchdog says it’s in the dark on federal government’s fiscal targets

Mark Carney announced a plan before the spring election to split Ottawa's budget into operating and capital streams, and to balance the operating side in three years

Politics

27 h. ago Ontario animal shelter ‘bursting at the seams,’ taking care of pets in hallways

The Georgian Triangle Humane Society reports that pet surrenders have increased by 144 per cent, with the high cost of living the main reason people are struggling.

Transport

31 h. ago Struggle to lift five kilograms? Your health could be at risk, study finds

Years-long study of more than 50,000 adults over 50 found that struggling to lift that weight was associated with a host of medical problems down the line

Science

31 h. ago Do you struggle to lift five kilograms? Your health could be at risk, study finds

Years-long study of more than 50,000 adults over 50 found that struggling to lift that weight was associated with a host of medical problems down the line

Science

33 h. ago Budget watchdog raises questions about Carney's defence spending promises

Parliamentary Budget Officer Yves Giroux has requested specific details about the funding increase but has so far received little data.

Events

41 h. ago Average family to save $280 per year from Liberal tax cut: PBO

OTTAWA — The average Canadian family will save $280 on their taxes next year from the Liberal government’s planned income tax cut, the parliamentary budget officer said in an analysis released on Wednesday. But some seniors and single Canadians are expected to save less, prompting criticism from Conservatives who argue the tax cut doesn’t go […]

Economics

41 h. ago For final budget of term, Vancouver's ruling party directs city staff to find 'efficiencies'

ABC Vancouver tells city staff to sharpen their pencils and find ways to cut a proposed seven per cent tax increase in 2026

Sport

42 h. ago Carbon budget to keep global warming at 1.5 C could be exhausted in 3 years: report

The world is on pace to emit enough greenhouse gas emissions over the next three years to blow by an international target to limit global warming to 1.5 C, according to a new study co-authored by a Canadian researcher who says the finding underlines the need for urgent transformational change. The study by more than […]

Transport

42 h. ago Vancouver forecasts 7% property tax hike next year, mayor wants it under 2.5%

Mayor Ken Sim has asked staff to suggest a way to hold property tax hikes under 2.5 per cent next year, including an option for a zero per cent increase.

Economics

43 h. ago Explore Edmonton to remain facility operator as city cites budget limits

City says $100M maintenance budget can’t stretch to cover EXPO and Convention Centre

Other

44 h. ago Le CALQ dévoile la ventilation de ses subventions à la culture pour l’année en cours

Les organismes recevront près de 120 des 200 millions du budget du Conseil des arts et des lettres, haussé il y a peu.

Other

46 h. ago Alberta government PR branch moved under Premier Danielle Smith’s office

Alberta’s government has quietly transferred responsibility for its communications wing to the premier’s office, greatly expanding the size and budget of the executive council.

Politics

46 h. ago Les organismes artistiques recevront la part du lion des subventions du CALQ de l’an prochain

Le budget du Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec a récemment été augmenté à 200 millions de dollars par an.

Culture