Capital gains tax changes aren’t in the budget bill — but still coming: Freeland
Canada's Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland affirmed her commitment to introduce changes to how capital gains are taxed, despite the measure not being included in the budget bill.
Politics
Apr 30
How capital gains tax changes could affect some family doctors
Some family doctors have warned that the changes to capital gains taxation will affect their ability to save for retirement and their families' futures.
Canada
Apr 20
Budget 2024 makes changes to capital gains tax. Who will it affect?
The changes to capital gains taxation have been billed as a way to ensure the government can make up some for some of the big spending measures announced in Tuesday’s budget.
Canada
Apr 17
Ecuador rations power, declares emergency as drought limits hydro output
The power cuts in Ecuador come days after dry weather forced Colombia’s capital city of Bogotá to ration water as its reservoirs reached record lows.
World
Apr 16
Enmax Centre master plan revealed
"Part of the motion was to take some of it and to plan for the operating budget and plan for the capital budget and both of them are down the line,” Coun. Belinda Crowson said
Canada
Mar 28
Alberta spending $1.9B on roads, highway upgrades in 2024
The transportation minister said the work is part of a three-year, $8.1-billion capital plan and hopes the amount inspires confidence amongst the construction industry.
Politics
Mar 22
Slow procurement putting defence spending down the line: PBO
The parliamentary budget officer says the Defence Department is planning unprecedented capital spending in the coming years, raising concerns about the effect of inflation.
Canada
Feb 28
Capital gains changes spur cottage market ‘anxiety.’ Will owners rush to sell?
Owners in Canada's cottage market are grappling with changes proposed in the 2024 federal budget that could affect taxes on capital gains. Here's how the market could react.
Money
Apr 30
Budget 2024 tries to sell youth a more affordable life with billions in spending
The Liberal government’s 2024 federal budget includes tax changes and efforts to make life more affordable for millennial and gen Z Canadians.
Money
Apr 16
Call of the Wilde: Washington Capitals edge Montreal Canadiens
The Habs came up short Saturday, losing 4-3 at home to the Washington Capitals. In every game it's the same story: the number one line is the best thing going for the Canadiens.
Sports
Feb 17
Local family donates $1M to hospital to expand services in Simcoe Muskoka
On Wednesday, the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre announced the Melchior Family Foundation’s contribution to its Keep Life Wild Campaign.
Health
May 1
Summerland, B.C. roadwork to proceed following FortisBC delay
Victoria Road South in Summerland has sat unfished for months.
Canada
May 1
Two new elementary schools to be built in London, Ont.
The Ministry of Education has approved $55.3 million for the Thames Valley District School Board to build two new elementary schools in west and southeast London.
Canada
Apr 30
Manic Monday in NHL could have all kinds of playoff implications
Seven of the eight games around the league on Monday might have some impact on the postseason picture.
Sports
Apr 15
North Central Family Centre launches campaign to support affordable housing
North Central Family Centre launched a capital campaign to offset the remaining balance of the affordable housing complex and community hub that will open later this year.
Canada
May 2
Federal budget gets thumbs up from Guelph mayor, MP
Cam Guthrie is pleased more is being done to build more homes while Lloyd Longfield feels a national school food program will help children in Guelph.
Politics
Apr 22
Provincial police say body found in fire-swept home south of Quebec City
Police say a teenager was reported missing and five other occupants of the home were taken to hospital for smoke inhalation. They say the victim is likely the missing teenager.
Fire
Apr 18
Here’s what to know about changes to capital gains taxes in Budget 2024
Budget 2024 proposes a change to how capital gains are taxed in Canada. Here’s who could see the biggest impact on their pocketbook.
Money
Apr 16
Capital gains changes are ‘really fair,’ Freeland says, as doctors cry foul
The Canadian Medical Association is asking the federal government to reconsider its proposed changes to capital gains taxation, arguing it will affect doctors' retirement savings.
Canada
Apr 23
‘Her Yes Club,’ created by Bowmanville mom, connects parents with child-care providers
Local Bowmanville mother creates on-demand tool “Her Yes Club” to help local parents find reliable at-home childcare providers close to home, amid high demand and long-wait lists.
Tech
Apr 16