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Tariffs on Chinese EVs, aluminum and steel to raise federal revenues by $473M: PBO

Tariffs on Chinese EVs, aluminum and steel to raise federal revenues by $473M: PBO

OTTAWA — The parliamentary budget officer estimates Canada's tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, aluminum and steel will increase federal revenues by $473 million over five years.
Canadians to spend $801 more on food in 2025 as climate, Trump affect prices: report

Canadians to spend $801 more on food in 2025 as climate, Trump affect prices: report

Food prices in Canada are likely to increase by three to five per cent next year, according to a newly released report, but wild cards like climate change and Donald Trump could have unforeseen impacts.
The GST tax holiday is coming but will the savings actually make a difference?

The GST tax holiday is coming but will the savings actually make a difference?

While many Canadians highly anticipate the federal government's upcoming GST holiday, experts say consumers need to make sure they're saving money on what they need most without falling for the allure of a deal and hurting their bottom line.
Canada Post strike hits three-week mark as union says it's ready to restart mediation

Canada Post strike hits three-week mark as union says it's ready to restart mediation

One of the key issues in negotiations has been a push to expand delivery to the weekend, but the two sides are at odds over how to staff the expansion.
Ottawa outlines $2B in spending for artificial intelligence computing power

Ottawa outlines $2B in spending for artificial intelligence computing power

OTTAWA — The federal government says it will spend up to $1 billion to build public computing infrastructure for the Canadian artificial intelligence sector, part of a $2 billion commitment outlined in this spring’s federal budget.
Gwyn Morgan: Strikes divide Canadians into haves and have-nots

Gwyn Morgan: Strikes divide Canadians into haves and have-nots

The reality is that Canada’s unionized monopolies are both dividing and destroying our country.
Key takeaways from BIV’s conversation with Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim

Key takeaways from BIV’s conversation with Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim

Mayor of Vancouver talks public safety, housing and development at BIV event
Burnaby buys old Metro Vancouver towers in Metrotown for $65M

Burnaby buys old Metro Vancouver towers in Metrotown for $65M

The city is eyeing future uses for the buildings, including potentially as a temporary city hall location for when the current facility is upgraded.
Tourism sector tired of 'defending' itself, wants new narrative

Tourism sector tired of 'defending' itself, wants new narrative

TIAC CEO Beth Potter said she expects the 2025 federal election to bring a "change in government"
Kirk LaPointe: Surrey directors sound alarm over Metro Vancouver governance

Kirk LaPointe: Surrey directors sound alarm over Metro Vancouver governance

Regional body faces scrutiny over soaring project costs, lack of transparency