7 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

8 d. ago Credit rating agency says Manitoba’s recent tax changes outweigh affordability offers

The Manitoba government is expected to use more "revenue levers," similar to its recent income and property tax changes, as part of its plan to reduce the deficit.

Economics

9 d. ago Ontario residents will get payouts from the government this week

Ontario residents may want to check their bank accounts this week, as the monthly Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) payments are scheduled to be distributed.Eligible Ontario residents who are registered to receive the payment can expect to see the deposit in their bank account on Tuesday, June 10.Payments are usually issued on the 10th of the month; however, if payment dates fall on a weekend or bank holiday, payments are deposited on the last working day before the 10th.Are you eligible for the Ontario Trillium Benefit?The OTB is a tax-free combination of three payments: the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, the Northern Ontario Energy Credit, and the Ontario Sales Tax Credit.You must be eligible for at least one of the payments to receive monthly payments.You could get a maximum of $1,283 for the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit if you're between 18 and 64 years old, $1,461 if you are 65 or older, $285 if you live on a reserve or in a public long-term care home, and $...

Politics

2 w. ago Council rejects 'formality' motion to reaffirm next year's property tax increase

Gondek said despite the failed vote, nothing changes in terms of council's previous direction to administration

Economics

2 w. ago Council rejects motion to reaffirm next year's property tax increase

Gondek said despite the failed vote, which Sharp called a 'formality,' nothing changes in terms of council's previous direction to administration

Economics

2 w. ago WARMINGTON: Massive raise for Doug Ford and MPPs flies in face of Ford Nation brand

Late, sibling mayor brother Rob Ford would have called this stiff 35% wage hike nothing more than a trip on the 'gravy train'

Other

3 w. ago Warm summer forecast for B.C.'s South Coast, while Interior bakes, sparking wildfire, drought concerns: Weather Network

The Weather Network predicts lower-than-normal rainfall for much of Western Canada this summer.

Events

3 w. ago One city hall politician wants answers as to whether the city can recoup $1 million in lost property tax revenue from a London cricket processing plant now facing bankruptcy.

One city politician wants answers as to whether city hall can recoup $1 million in lost property tax revenue from a London cricket processing plant now facing bankruptcy.

Economics

4 w. ago Manitoba government says it’s working to get promised tax credit to homeowners

The Manitoba government faced more questions about its property tax reforms Tuesday after some homeowners did not receive a promised $1,500 credit on their annual bill.

Economics