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Carbon price would cost Alberta oilsands a Timbit per barrel: climate groupThe analysis by the Canadian Climate Institute says oilsands producers will pay an average of about 50 cents per oil barrel, if the minimum carbon price rises to $130 per tonne.EconomyMar 12
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Canada’s fuel excise tax freeze now in effect. Where do gas prices stand?The suspension is largely due to the ongoing U.S.-Iran war, with the movement of shipments along the Strait of Hormuz having mostly been stalled.ConsumerApr 20
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B.C. gas prices forecast to hit record high amid stalemate in Iran, U.S. peace talksGas prices are set to surge again on Friday despite the temporary suspension of the 10 cents per litre federal fuel tax that was implemented just 10 days ago.EconomyApr 30
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Carney is suspending Canada’s fuel excise tax for nearly 5 monthsPrime Minister Mark Carney has announced a temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax starting next week until Labour Day.CanadaApr 14
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Carney, Smith don’t expect to meet deadline to finalize agreements in MOUBoth Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith admit that the April 1 deadline to finalize the agreements outlined in the Canada-Alberta MOU will not be met.EconomyMar 31
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ANALYSIS: Carney promised spending cuts — but not all cuts are equalFinance Minister François-Philippe Champagne says the government has found ways to cut spending by $60 billion but cautions that published spending cuts require important context.CanadaMar 21
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Lower Mainland gas prices rise amid Iran conflictExperts say it stems from spiking oil prices, with refineries being targeted by militaries and Iran shutting down the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route.EconomyMar 9
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Ottawa will make tax credit for enhanced oil recovery projects permanentThe federal government's spring economic update Tuesday formalizes a pivot in climate policy that was first made in last year's energy agreement with Alberta.CanadaApr 28
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The UAE has quit OPEC. What does it mean for the future of oil?The kingdom took a “policy-driven” decision to leave the bloc, said the country’s energy minister Suhail bin Mohammed al-Mazrouei.WorldApr 28
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Federal departments, agencies to shed 12,000 full-time equivalent positionsFederal departments announced that they plan to cut more than 12,000 jobs over three years as part of the Carney government’s spending review plan.CanadaMar 21
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Fans travel to support Raptors in ClevelandEven though he was wearing camouflage, there was no missing Arno Yellowman at Rocket Arena.SportsApr 18
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Manitoba restaurants say tax cut on groceries puts them at a disadvantageThe Manitoba government's plan to eliminate the PST on all food sold in grocery stores was questioned Wednesday by restaurant owners who argue they're being put at a disadvantage.ConsumerMar 25
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Spring runoff causing funky water with strong chlorine smell in EdmontonEPCOR says a big increase in spring runoff organics showed up late last week, leading to increased disinfectant chemical use — but tape water remains safe to drink and use.EnvironmentMar 23
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Some Manitoba homeowners to get relief in upcoming budgetThe budget comes as Manitoba's government has promised to balance the books by the 2027-28 fiscal year after a string of deficits.PoliticsMar 23
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Manitoba budget to try to ease some of the pressure from rising property taxesThe Manitoba government is set to offer relief to some homeowners hit by rising property taxes in its budget Tuesday, while asking people with million-dollar homes to pay more.EconomyMar 23
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B.C. government’s U.S. coffee truck promotion cost taxpayers $165 a cupThe Canadian Taxpayers Federation submitted a Freedom of Information request to find out how much the two-day initiative in June 2025 in Seattle cost B.C. taxpayers.PoliticsApr 7
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Go green with eco-friendly gadgets that save energy, water & timeRegardless of where you are on your ecological journey, we've found some products that can help you go one step further.The CuratorApr 22
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Best air purifiers to improve air quality in your homeKeep your indoor air clean with air purifiers from trusted brands like Dyson, Mila, and Levoit.The CuratorMar 14
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Conservatives vote to keep Pierre Poilievre on as party leaderThe leadership vote result came after Poilievre delivered a rousing speech to Conservative members Friday evening at the party's annual convention in Calgary.PoliticsJan 30
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Best running shoes: Top-rated picks for every runner and budgetFrom leading brands like Nike, ASICS, and Lululemon, we're covering everything including trainers, stability support shoes, trail-ready designs, and more.The CuratorApr 6