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A New Federal Fiscal Framework for Canada finds that if the federal government reduced program spending by only 2.3 per cent over two years and eliminated a host of tax expenditures, it could balance the budget and reduce personal income tax rates affecting most Canadians.
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The Economic Impact and GHG Effects of the Federal Government’s Emissions Reduction Plan through 2030 is a new study that finds Ottawa’s plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions will impose significant costs on Canadians, while also failing to meet the government’s own emission-reduction target.
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(Appeared in the Toronto Star) By: Alex Whalen and Jake Fuss
While the strike by WestJet mechanics lasted only a few days, many Canadian air travellers faced long delays and cancelled flights.
(Appeared in the Toronto Sun) By: Kenneth P. Green
Ah summer, a season we used to meet with joy. Outdoor parties, leisurely road trips, weekends at the beach, blazing barbecues by day, blazing bonfires by night.
By: Jock Finlayson
Energy sits at the heart of Canada’s export economy, even though some federal policymakers and provincial governments appear to be discomfited by that fact.
(Appeared in the Calgary Sun) By: Tegan Hill
According to the recent year-end report, the Alberta government recorded a $4.3 billion surplus in 2023/24.
(Appeared in the Western Standard) By: Jake Fuss
Recently, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Premier David Eby had a tête-à-tête and vowed to always “work together on important issues.”
(Appeared in the St. John's Telegram) By: Mackenzie Moir and Alex Whalen
If a patient in Newfoundland and Labrador goes to the province’s health services website today and clicks on the “Find Health Care” section, they’ll be met with a list of “Temporary service closures and changes,” which names the emergency rooms and clinics that are closed due to lack of staff.
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