4 h. ago Manitoba revenue, spending targets unrealistic, Opposition Tories say

The Manitoba government's plan to balance the budget in two years will require tighter financial restraint than in recent years and steady growth in revenues.

Politics

22 h. ago B.C. bracing for election with Carney expected to call vote by Sunday

The vote comes with U.S. tariff and annexation threats now a key election issue, and amid a dramatic reversal of the federal parties' fortunes, according to recent polling.

Politics

26 h. ago New spending, tax changes: Highlights of the Manitoba provincial budget

The Manitoba government outlined major spending increases on capital projects and a mix of tax measures in its annual budget tabled Thursday.

Economics

26 h. ago Restaurants Canada and MRFA Praise Kinew Government Budget: Several Initiatives Outlined Today Will Secure Restaurant Locations and Jobs

Winnipeg, March 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Restaurants Canada and the Manitoba Restaurant & Foodservices Association (MRFA) are pleased to see the Manitoba government’s new budget includes $10M for a Business Security Rebate, $4.5M to support Manitoba tourism, a 9.2% increase in the justice budget, and payroll tax relief and tax deferrals. In addition, the […]

Politics

27 h. ago ‘We are not backing down’: Manitoba budget aims to tackle U.S. tariff threats

Manitoba's 2025 budget comes amid an ongoing trade war with the United States, and the continuing uncertainty over U.S. president Donald Trump's tariffs looms large.

Economics

28 h. ago Ontario urged to ‘double down’ on college, university funding given tariff threat

Premier Doug Ford's new cabinet is facing calls to increase funding to the struggling post-secondary sector. Advocates argue it's an effective way to protect against tariffs.

Society

35 h. ago Trump’s 200% tariff threat would be ’a real disaster’ for Europe’s wine industry

CHAMPAGNE, France (AP) — Across wine country in France, Italy and Spain one number is top of mind: 200%. That’s because last week U.S. President Donald Trump threatened a tariff of that amount on European wine, Champagne and other spirits if the European Union went ahead with retaliatory tariffs on some U.S. products. The top […]

Economics

45 h. ago Copper Hits $10,000 in Rally Fueled by Trump’s Tariff Threats

Copper marched past its key threshold of $10,000 a ton after weeks of global trade dislocation triggered by President Donald Trump’s push for tariffs on the crucial industrial metal.

Economics

46 h. ago U.S. tensions, weak loonie combine for spring break boom in Victoria, B.C.

Many tourists Canadian tourists on Victoria's streets cited U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff and annexation threats in choosing to travel domestically this year.

Other

49 h. ago Manitoba to spend on job creation amid U.S. trade battle: finance minister

The Manitoba government signalled Wednesday that its new budget will include supports for people affected by tariffs imposed by the United States and new spending to create jobs.

Politics

52 h. ago Manitoba budget should address tariff woes: Chambers of Commerce

The Manitoba Chambers of Commerce CEO said other provinces have programs in place to help businesses impacted by the trade war, while companies here continue to struggle. 

Economics

3 d. ago B.C. unveils $6.6M in food manufacturing grants amid tariff threats

The B.C. government is contributing $6.6 million in grant funding to food manufacturing firms, saying it will help create jobs and bolster domestic food security. 

Economics

3 d. ago New Brunswick forecasts $599M deficit as Trump tariff threat looms

$50-million contingency fund has caused New Brunswick’s projected deficit to balloon

Economics

4 d. ago WNFC IX Cup Championship to Air Live on ESPN2, Aims to Set Women’s Tackle Football Attendance Record at The Star in Frisco

DALLAS — In a landmark moment for women’s professional football, the Women’s National Football Conference (WNFC) IX Cup Championship game will be broadcast live on ESPN2 for the first time in league history. The game, scheduled for June 21 at 3 p.m. EST, will be played at The Star in Frisco, the world headquarters of […]

Sport

4 d. ago Leong: Amid U.S. tariff tensions, a letter to our American neighbours

Amid President Trump's tariff war and threats to our sovereignty, this Canadian is grateful for Americans' show of support. But as things drag on, symbolic gestures might not be enough

Economics

5 d. ago Amid Trump tariff threat, Carney leaves for France, U.K. visit

After meeting French President Emmanuel Macron, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to London to meet with King Charles III and British Prime Minister Kier Starmer.

Economics

6 d. ago B.C. Greens want amendments to NDP's emergency powers to respond to Trump tariff threats

The Greens have two MLAs and have a formal agreement to support the NDP government, which has a one-seat majority.

Economics

7 d. ago Whipsawed by Trump’s tariffs, the US public is getting a lot more nervous about the economy

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s volatile tariff threats are unleashing historic jumps in public anxiety, with the potential to undermine his pledges to strengthen a U.S. economy that is increasingly weakened. The University of Michigan’s index of consumer sentiment tumbled 10.5% on a monthly basis in March and plunged 27.1% over the past year. […]

Economics

7 d. ago 'The beast is coming': B.C. NDP seek broad emergency powers to respond to Trump's tariff threats

Premier David Eby said measures are needed to ensure B.C. is never again "at the whim of one person in the White House."

Economics

8 d. ago B.C. legislation would give cabinet sweeping powers amid U.S. tariff threats

British Columbia’s government is proposing giving cabinet broad-reaching emergency powers to respond to what Premier David Eby calls the “human-caused disaster” coming in like a freight train from the United States. A bill, tabled in the legislature Thursday, gives cabinet the power to implement charges on vehicles using B.C. infrastructure, such as highways and ferries, […]

Economics