3 d. ago Grèves à Postes Canada: les villes doivent trouver des solutions, tranche le DGE

Grèves à Postes Canada: les villes doivent trouver des solutions, tranche le DGE.

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5 d. ago Posthaste: Why this economist thinks the Bank of Canada will cut more than expected — much more

Capital Economics predicts interest rate will drop to 1.75% by next year

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7 d. ago Group representing thousands of prosecutors condemns Edmonton police criticism of Crown in child homicide case

A group representing thousands of Crown prosecutors across Canada has come out against the Edmonton Police Service’s decision to publicly criticize a plea agreement in a child homicide case. Last week, the Canadian Association of Crown Counsel (CACC) issued a statement saying it was “deeply troubled” by EPS’s letter to the provincial official in charge […]

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9 d. ago Canada Post workers on strike and here's what you need to know

Canada Post workers are now on strike following the government's announcement of major cost-cutting measures.The Canada Post strike is in protest of the government's decision to implement sweeping changes to the Crown corporation. Minister Joël Lightbound outlined these changes during a press conference on Sept. 25.On the same day, Jan Simpson, national president of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), released a statement saying that Lightbound gave "no indication" that he would announce these changes after meeting with the union last week."The minister said he had the 'utmost respect' for postal workers. This is no way to show it," said Simpson.Changes coming to Canada PostLightbound stated that to cut costs, Canada Post will be transitioning to community mailboxes by converting four million addresses and closing rural post offices. Canada Post will also be able to adjust its delivery standards and raise stamp rates more freque...

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1 week ago Canadian taxpayer watchdog group slams Crown corporations' $190M bonuses

A watchdog group in Canada is questioning the decision of some Crown corporations to hand out $190 million in bonuses.The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) has spoken out on bonuses awarded by Crown corporations, citing worries about tax spending. The citizens' advocacy group is a federally incorporated, not-for-profit citizens' group "dedicated to lower taxes, less waste, and accountable government." Records obtained by CTF reveal corporations handed out over $190 million in bonuses during the 2024-2025 fiscal year, drawing sharp criticism from the group."Bonuses are for when you do a good job; they shouldn't be handed out like participation trophies," said Franco Terrazzano, CTF federal director. "Taxpayers can't afford to bankroll big bonus cheques each and every year for highly paid government executives. Here's a crazy idea: maybe the government should stop handing out bonuses when it's borrowing tens of bil...

Economics

1 week ago James Scongack: What the federal budget should include to secure Canada’s future

The Green Ribbon Panel believes the next 100 days will provide a unique opportunity for Canada’s new government to take decisive action

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1 week ago Bank of England and OECD Sound Warnings on Sticky UK Inflation

Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill said that structural changes in the UK economy may be keeping inflation elevated, as the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development warned Britain will suffer the fastest price growth in the Group of Seven.

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1 week ago La reconnaissance de l’État palestinien face à une solution à deux États en péril

«Le Devoir» mesure la portée de la décision du Canada et de ses alliés auprès de deux experts.

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2 w. ago Five key takeaways from the Bank of Canada’s rate cut decision

The Bank of Canada cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point on Wednesday, bringing it to 2.5 per cent after three straight holds. Governor Tiff Macklem said the central bank has shifted to worrying more about a slowing economy than high inflation. Here’s what we learned about the economy, inflation and more from […]

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2 w. ago What economists are saying about the Bank of Canada decision and the chance of further rate cuts

The Bank of Canada cut its benchmark interest rate to 2.5% on Wednesday

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2 w. ago Bank of Canada decision means shifting equation on fixed vs. variable mortgage rates

The Bank of Canada’s decision to lower interest rates for the first time since March will have a direct effect on variable mortgages, and shifts the equation on whether to go with a fixed or variable rate. Penelope Graham, mortgage expert at Ratehub.ca, says the growing narrative that rates will continue to move lower means […]

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2 w. ago Bank of Canada widely expected to lower key lending rate today

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada is set to announce its interest rate decision today, where it’s widely expected to lower its key lending rate. A quarter-point cut would bring the central bank’s benchmark rate down to 2.5 per cent after three consecutive holds at 2.75 per cent. The bank received a last-minute look at […]

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2 w. ago Economists unanimous on interest rate cut after latest inflation numbers

August’s core inflation numbers 'cemented' a rate cut by the Bank of Canada on Wednesday, says Scotiabank's Derek Holt

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2 w. ago Bank of Canada to Cut as Tariffs Hit Jobs Market: Decision Guide

The Bank of Canada is likely to resume cutting interest rates on Wednesday amid mounting evidence US tariffs are damaging the economy and labor market.

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3 w. ago Judge to deliver 'magic mushrooms' ruling without accused in court

Observers have predicted, whatever the decision, the case could be appealed to the Supreme Court of Canada.

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3 w. ago Next week’s decision could be a leap of faith for Bank of Canada

Robert McLister: Rate cuts only make sense if central bankers genuinely believe inflation will glide back to target

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3 w. ago Bill Daly: NHL expects decision on Hockey Canada five ’in the relatively near future’

LAS VEGAS — NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly says he expects a decision soon on the status of five former Hockey Canada players acquitted at trial in a high-profile sexual assault case. Michael McLeod, Carter Hart, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dube and Callan Foote were acquitted July 24 in London, Ont. McLeod was also acquitted of […]

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3 w. ago Feds haven’t heard directly from China on EV tariffs, minister says

WINNIPEG — Canada’s agriculture minister says any decision to ease tariffs on electric vehicles from China would have to take into consideration impacts on other sectors. Heath MacDonald says the government hasn’t been told directly what the Chinese government wants, but it is something that’s being considered. MacDonald says the federal government wants to ensure […]

Politics

3 w. ago NHL will make decision on world junior player eligibility in ‘near future’: Daly

NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly says he expects a decision soon on the status of five former Hockey Canada players acquitted at trial in a high-profile sexual assault case.

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4 w. ago Let the Canada Disability Benefit reach those who need it most in Alberta

Alberta stands alone in its decision to treat the Canada Disability Benefit as non-exempt income. We are currently the only province in Canada that has decided to claw back the benefit from recipients of the Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped. While other provinces are allowing people with disabilities to receive the full benefit, Alberta […]

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