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Carney's bet on economic growth — and the risks that come with it
Mark Carney believes he can borrow billions now to invest into major projects and jump start the Canadian economy. If those investments don't pay off, Canada's debt load leaves it exposed to other, new risks.
Kelowna woman calls for action on public safety in wake of frightening attack
Robertson says she fought back, kicking at her attacker before the two fell to the ground.
Public relations expert tells court Galloway bungled response to sexual assault scandal
Defence witness says author had reputational advantages, such as support from high-profile literary figures, but failed to carry on his career
Opposition leaders react to 2026 budget
The leaders of the Bloc Québécois, NDP and Green Party say the federal budget was disappointing, lacked substance and didn’t do enough to address affordability.
Budget reflects Canadians’ priorities, Carney says
Prime Minister Mark Carney says the 2026 budget tabled Thursday is about affordability, growth and sovereignty and Canada taking control of its future.
Ottawa reviewing circumstances of Indigenous woman’s death after she missed postsurgery appointments
Family of Miranda Mamakwa asked Ontario Provincial Police Commissioner to investigate federal officials for criminal negligence
Expansion of Bell Canada's AI data centre near Regina clears final vote, despite protest
Protesters gathered outside the Rural Municipality of Sherwood's office in Regina on Thursday to oppose the expansion of Bell Canada's AI data centre in Saskatchewan.
Tenants upset with squalid conditions at central Edmonton apartment building
The apartment building in the McCauley neighbourhood, where the water and heat hasn't worked in a week, shows signs of disrepair on the outside and evidence of drug use inside.
Elections Alberta says referendum cost $84-million, exceeding agency’s annual budget
Elections Alberta says it needs the government to cover nearly $50-million through additional funding
'A long time coming': Jubilation in the Sahtu as feds earmark $3.1B for Mackenzie Valley Highway
Fort Good Hope, N.W.T., Chief Shawn Grandjambe says now is a great time for work to start on the Mackenzie Valley Highway, which has long been on the wish list of leaders in the N.W.T.
Separatism referendum cost $84 million, exceeded Elections Alberta budget
Elections Alberta said the price tag is nearly $50 million more than its annual budget could pay for and needs the province to cover the rest through additional funding.
Budget earmarks billions for economic sovereignty
The Liberal government is arguing that tax changes, cultural supports and billions of dollars aimed at stoking investment in Budget 2026 will give Canada the freedom to shape its own future.
Canada’s new immigration level plan revealed in Budget 2026
Ottawa plans to hold immigration levels mostly steady over the next three years, according to Budget 2026.
Carney's new budget aims to end homelessness in 10 years
Canada is embarking on a path to end homelessness in 10 years, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne said as he presented the federal budget on Thursday.
Halifax councillors question how infrastructure will be funded after extended fee freeze
Nova Scotia has extended its freeze on increasing development fees in Halifax and some councillors say they're concerned about where to find money for infrastructure upgrades.
Stamp prices are going up for Canadians under Budget 2026
The 40 per cent increase will have a 'relatively limited impact' on consumers and small businesses, the government said in the federal budget.
NDP renews call for emergency debate on $10B Cape Breton AI data centre project
The Official Opposition in Nova Scotia is renewing its call for emergency debate in the legislature following last month's announcement of a $10-billion AI data centre project.
Calgary water system had ‘systemic’ issues before pipe failure: Report
The report found the 2024 and 2025 failures exposed systemic governance, asset-management, financial-management and accountability weaknesses — rather than simply a failed pipe.
15 patients released, 5 still hospitalized following bus crash near Mackenzie, B.C.
WorkSafeBC and RCMP are still investigating what police described as a "chaotic scene" when the shuttle bus went off Highway 39, causing hospitals in Prince George and Mackenzie to declare a code orange.
Budget highlights, from housing to business tax relief
Fiscal plan includes money for infrastructure in Indigenous communities and new home construction
7 takeaways from the Carney government's 2nd budget
The 2026 federal budget outlines billions in new spending, but mostly on non-permanent measures. Here are some takeaways.
From groceries to tax credits, how much is in the federal budget for your wallet?
The 2026 budget increases payments for the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, expands a tax credit for low-wage workers and makes the Canada caregiver credit refundable. But the affordability measures are mostly for the short term, and took a back seat to measures aimed at boosting investment.
Ottawa bets spending boost will deliver future economic gains
Government’s budget reveals major revenue windfall driven by high global oil prices, outlines more than $150-billion in new expenditures