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
Capital gains changes could have ‘irreversible’ effects, business groups warn
Six large industry groups wrote in a letter to Freeland that the proposed capital gains changes will impede economic growth and come at the expense of future generations.
Canada
May 9
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
County of Lethbridge man harnesses wind with ‘Art That Spins’
A County of Lethbridge man has turned his post-retirement hobby into a lucrative business opportunity by creating custom 'Art That Spins.'
Weather
May 24
Edmonton Oilers fall in Game 2 of West Final
The Dallas Stars evened the NHL's Western Conference Final Saturday night with a 3-1 home ice win over the Edmonton Oilers.
Sports
May 25
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
Councillors consider new communities on Calgary’s outer edges
A city committee heard seven applications to build new communities on Calgary's outer edge, but only four were recommended and given initial approval.
Economy
May 15
Populations of Calgary and Edmonton soared in 2023
The populations of Calgary and Edmonton soared in 2023, according to the newest report from Statistics Canada.
Canada
May 22
Canucks fans outraged by sign outside Penticton pizza joint
An Okanagan pizza joint tested the patience of B.C. hockey fans with a sign that failed to support the home team, and got a spicy reception.
Canada
May 8
Enbridge says carbon storage project still alive in spite of Capital Power decision
Enbridge says carbon storage project still alive in spite of Capital Power decision to shelve its own $2.4-billion project associated with the plan.
Tech
May 10
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
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
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
Slovak prime minister in stable condition after surgery for gunshot wounds
The update on Robert Fico’s health was issued as the man accused of attempting to assassinate him made his first court appearance, according to Slovak state media.
World
May 18
Summerland council votes to proceed with costly pool repairs
On Tuesday, Summerland staff explained that the pool repairs will cost thousands more than expected.
Canada
May 23