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Scheer says Liberals' rejection of idea to tax housing profits can't be trusted

Scheer says Liberals' rejection of idea to tax housing profits can't be trusted

OTTAWA — Andrew Scheer is making no apologies for insisting that a re-elected Liberal government would impose a capital-gains tax of up to 50 per cent on Canadians who sell their homes — a notion the Liberals say they never considered.
Insider trading: September 17, 2019

Insider trading: September 17, 2019

The following is a list of stock trades made by corporate executives, directors and other company insiders of B.C.’s public companies filed in the week ended September 12, 2019. The information comes from a compilation of required reports filed with the BC Securities Commission obtained from DisclosureNet.com.
Conservatives promise to boost federal contribution to RESP to 30%

Conservatives promise to boost federal contribution to RESP to 30%

WINNIPEG — Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer says he would help parents save up to send their children to college or university by increasing the amount of money the federal government contributes to the pot.
NDP promises to build 500,000 new affordable homes in 10 years

NDP promises to build 500,000 new affordable homes in 10 years

OTTAWA — The NDP is promising to build 500,000 new affordable homes across the country in 10 years, if elected. Leader Jagmeet Singh didn't provide details on how he would achieve that goal, saying only that he will have more announcements about it.
Greens call for stronger digital privacy protections

Greens call for stronger digital privacy protections

WATERLOO, Ont. — The Green party is calling for stronger digital privacy protections, including banning personalized online advertising in elections.
Liberals pledge to boost Canada Child Benefit, remove tax from maternity leave

Liberals pledge to boost Canada Child Benefit, remove tax from maternity leave

ST. JOHN'S, N.L.
Promise tracker: What the parties are pitching on the campaign trail

Promise tracker: What the parties are pitching on the campaign trail

OTTAWA — A running list of specific promises announced by the Liberals, Conservatives, NDP and Green party since the official start of the campaign on Sept. 11. Liberals Sept.
Pharma giant to contribute entire company’s value to opioid crisis

Pharma giant to contribute entire company’s value to opioid crisis

B.C. attorney general says settlement funds should also come to Canada
Environment top election issue in Metro Vancouver: GVBOT survey

Environment top election issue in Metro Vancouver: GVBOT survey

While environment is a top concern for voters in Metro Vancouver, pipelines are low on the list of election concerns
Liberals make child care pledge, Greens unveil platform on Day 6 of campaign

Liberals make child care pledge, Greens unveil platform on Day 6 of campaign

OTTAWA — The Liberals and the Greens each unveiled signature elements of their policy plans Monday as leaders taking part in the federal election campaign fanned out across the country.