City of Vancouver officially calls for public inquiry into money laundering
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The city says any such inquiry should include probes of connections to real estate and the drug trade. Continue reading
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Peterborough city council to receive update on Saturday farmers market
A report set to be presented to city council recommends a one-year extension of the current licence agreement with the board of the Saturday farmers market. Continue reading
Fredericton mentorship program hopes to boost immigration in New Brunswick
Immigration is a hot topic in New Brunswick, and with a declining working population, the provincial and municipal governments are supporting newcomer entrepreneurship programs. Continue reading
Regina prepares Winnipeg Street overpass project for bidding stage
Once the project is complete the new Winnipeg Street overpass will improve connections among Regina’s major arterial roads. Continue reading
Committee votes unanimously to close Norwood Pool
A report by the city’s public service determined there were too many issues with the pool to make it worthwhile to keep it open. Continue reading
Winnipeg’s year-end update increases projected surplus to $19.5 million
Lower-than-expected snow clearing expenses in December contributed to the city’s savings, among other minor financial improvements throughout the city’s tax-supported departments. Continue reading
Kingston city council approves tax increase in 2019 budget deliberations
City council has finalized the 2019 budget, which features a built-in tax increase of 2.5 per cent. Continue reading
Vancouver city council demands more options for Granville Bridge bike path
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Council voted Wednesday to have staff come up with alternative options before presenting the idea to the public. Continue reading
Peterborough residents can donate funds toward city environmental projects
By Steve Guthrie Videographer
The City of Peterborough is accepting donations toward its climate change action plan. Continue reading
Vancouver mayor calls for 400% increase to councillors’ discretionary budget
Vancouver’s mayor is calling for each councillor’s discretionary fund to be immediately increased to $30,000 per year from $6,000. Continue reading