Federal Government

• More than half of Canadians say 2nd job needed to buy a home: RBC survey

  The poll which surveyed Canadians under 65 found that 57 per cent believed they would need that second job or side hustle in order to supplement their savings

  Canada

  Apr 23
  
• Ottawa has used AI in nearly 300 projects and initiatives: research

  Canada's federal government has used artificial intelligence in nearly 300 projects and initiatives, new research has found — including to help predict the outcome of tax cases.

  Canada

  Apr 11
  
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• Feds announce funding for new affordable housing in Regina

  The federal government announced funding to North Central's 30 new affordable housing units which will be completed later this year.

  Canada

  Apr 3
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• Alberta government has ‘deep concerns’ about federal housing announcement

  The Alberta government says it has "deep concerns" and not enough information about a $6-billion federal housing announcement made Tuesday.

  Canada

  Apr 3
• Federal minimum wage set to increase April 1. Who gets the pay bump?

  Canada is increasing the federal minimum wage to $17.30 per hour on April 1.

  Canada

  Mar 14
• Auditor general’s office fires 2 for side contracts with feds

  Investigations of two employees with the Office of the Auditor General led to their firing for side contracts with the federal government. The cases have been referred to police.

  Canada

  Mar 13
• Canadian breweries, distilleries hoping for another round after federal tax cap

  Local breweries and distilleries are hoping for some more relief after the feds capped the excise tax.

  Canada

  Mar 11
• Feds announce $850M for upgrades at CFB Trenton; base to host new fleet

  The federal government is investing $850 million in upgrades to CFB Trenton as the base prepares to host a new fleet to update mobility and air-to-air refuelling capabilities.

  Politics

  Mar 8
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• Michael Spavor’s lawyer says legal fight with Ottawa is ‘resolved’

  The lawyer for Michael Spavor, who was detained in China for more than 1,000 days, says the "matter" between his client and the federal government has been resolved.

  Canada

  Mar 6
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• As syphilis cases spike, Ottawa vows more funds in STI strategy reset

  Ottawa is dedicating $1.45 million to go towards community-based organizations to create and deliver resources and activities to raise awareness around syphilis.

  Canada

  Feb 27