43 h. ago Trump tariff fallout: Live updates on what Canadians need to know

Get live news and analysis on how Trump's tariffs affect Canada and the world

Economics

62 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

4 d. ago Spencer van Vloten: As Canadians live longer, the realities of aging are becoming more complex

Opinion: For example, older Canadians caring for a partner is nothing new, but there are now more of them caring for others — for longer, and for more people

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6 d. ago JUNOS 2025 LIVE: Expect an 'unforgettable' celebration of Canadian music tonight | Who won at Saturday's awards gala | Michael Buble excited to host

The Juno Awards are happening Sunday night at Vancouver's Rogers Arena. Follow along for all the live updates right here.

Culture

9 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 […]

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2 w. ago McCAUGHEY: New York City council race critical to Gotham’s safety

The vast majority of New Yorkers believe their city is in crisis. Electing a new mayor won’t solve it. The crisis is largely due to the lunatic-left policies enacted by city council — even over the opposition of the mayor. Truth is, the council treats the mayor like a pinata. New Yorkers need to go […]

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2 w. ago Local news coverage in Canada in steep decline, inviting misinformation: report

The number of local news outlets has been in significant decline in Canada, leaving suburban residents in particular “starving” for local coverage, a new report found — and creating gaps for misinformation to take hold. The report by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives found that almost 2.5 million Canadians live in a postal code […]

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2 w. ago Hudson's Bay employees demand severance pay ahead of chain's liquidation

The union representing the Bay employees in Canada is calling on the company to prioritize workers as it continues its restructuring process.Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) says the Hudson's Bay Company (HBC)'s financial troubles shouldn't "come at the cost of workers' livelihoods."The Canadian retail institution employs around 9,400 people, including 647 who are unionized."We demand that HBC honour its commitments — wages, benefits and severance must be paid. No backroom deals, no vague promises — workers deserve full transparency," reads a statement from the CLC on Tuesday.North America's oldest company filed for creditor protection under the federal Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) on March 7 and received approval from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on the same day.Last Friday, the Bay announced that full liquidation could begin this week. The latest court documents stated that the company intends to conclude it...

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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 […]

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2 w. ago Bob Rae says Donald Trump’s goal in Canada is ‘theft by force’

‘Fighting back will (be) hard, but it is the fight of our lives,’ 76-year-old Canadian ambassador to the United Nations writes on X

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3 w. ago People come together to celebrate Arash Madani after firing from Sportsnet

Despite an ongoing friendly rivalry while competing for largely the same audience, Sportsnet and TSN workers came together on Thursday to send their best to one of their colleagues.Employees of both networks sent their well wishes to Arash Madani after he was let go by Sportsnet after 16 years with the network.Madani announced the news Thursday in an emotional social media post."It's not lost on me that a first-generation Canadian from Truro, N.S., was able to live out his dream. Maybe what meant most over the years were the number of Maritimers and those of Middle Eastern descent who would stop to tell me they appreciated how I represented them when they'd see me on air. The biggest lessons I've learned here: You never know the impact you can have on those around you," Madani wrote.Sportsnet's Jamie Campbell, who worked with Madani frequently on Toronto Blue Jays broadcasts, was one of the first to post a tribute to his departing colleague."Unparalleled in his craft and a top-...

Sport

3 w. ago A department store Santa, an encyclopedia salesman and a beloved writer: Remembering W.O. Mitchell

March 13 marks the birthday of one of Canada’s greatest writers, W.O. Mitchell. His most famous book, Who Has Seen the Wind, was released in 1947 and over the years it sold close to one million copies in this country. Born in Weyburn, Saskatchewan in 1914, Mitchell lived in a variety of Canadian cities throughout […]

Sport

3 w. ago Trump called Canada a ‘tariff abuser.’ Does Ottawa mistreat American importers?

U.S. President Donald Trump continues to single out Canada as a bad trading partner, claiming in a recent social media post that his northern neighbour is a “tariff abuser” that charges high rates on American goods. The vast majority of U.S. products are not subject to any tariffs under the terms of the North American […]

Economics

3 w. ago Opinion: Alberta's trucking industry faces a rough road from tariffs

Donald Trump’s erratic tariff threats have thrown the North American economy into turmoil. While the U.S. president recently backed down somewhat by exempting goods that fall under USMCA for a month, it’s only a matter of time until he threatens the livelihoods of millions of Canadians with further measures. While his end game is unclear, […]

Transport

4 w. ago Steady stream of smuggled guns from U.S. has claimed many Canadian lives

As Canada tries to counter Trump’s trade threats, little has been said about the northbound gun problem

Events

4 w. ago As Trump blames Canada, smuggled guns from the U.S. claim Canadian lives

As Canada tries to counter Trump’s trade threats, little has been said about the northbound gun problem

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4 w. ago Helmets to Hardhats Expands Support for Veterans and Military Families Through Funding from Veterans Affairs Canada

Ottawa, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As International Women’s Day approaches, Helmets to Hardhats (H2H) is proud to announce the Building Skills, Building Futures project, an initiative designed to enhance the lives of transitioning Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members and their families by providing comprehensive career transition support. This project prioritizes inclusivity, ensuring that women, 2SLGBTQI+, […]

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