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Federal Liberal leader Mark Carney resumed his campaign with a stop in Montreal. He introduced a plan to improve the infrastructure needed to diversify Canada's trade. Carney says he will make five billion dollars available through a new Trade Diversification Corridor Fund for projects that improve ports, railroads, in...
Randy Thoms 17h ago
On Friday morning, U.S. President Donald Trump spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in what he called an "extremely productive" conversation. Trump stated that they discussed various topics and agreed to meet in person after Canada's upcoming election, which is set to take place on April 28. "W...
CJ Goater and Alex Allan 21h ago 10 views Matt Johnson / CC
The tariffs impacting Canada's auto industry are dominating the federal election campaign. NDP leader Jagmeet Singh showed his support for the auto industry with a stop in Windsor. He outlined a series of measures to protect the industry and its workers. It included forcing manufacturers to have a Canadian presence. &q...
Randy Thoms Mar 27, 2025
The United States will impose a 25 per cent tariff on all automobile imports as of April 2. President Donald Trump signed an executive order in the Oval Office on Wednesday afternoon. Trump said the tariffs would remain in place for the rest of his term. "I think our automobile business will flourish like it's nev...
Brad Perry Mar 26, 2025 2 views
The federal NDP promises to remove the GST on several items if they form the next government. Under the plan, cellphone services, Internet, heating, groceries and children's clothing would be GST-free. Incomes would also be tax-free on the first $19,500 earned. Leader Jagmeet Singh says it would save middle-income fami...
Randy Thoms Mar 26, 2025
A small business in Halifax, Nova Scotia is getting international attention after offering his customers a way to let off some steam amid tensions between Canada and the United States. Owner Terry LeBlanc from Rage Room tells our newsroom business has not only picked up since their "Smash the Tariffs" event k...
Caitlin Snow Mar 26, 2025 7 views
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is proposing to eliminate the federal sales tax from the purchase of new homes costing up to $1.3 million. He says it will save homebuyers up to $65,000 on a home's purchase and $3,000 in annual mortgage payments. He sees the move as helping with the construction of more homes. &quo...
Randy Thoms Mar 25, 2025
Canadian small businesses are calling on the federal government for support as they face rising costs, trade barriers, and excessive red tape. The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) has released a 13-point platform aimed at improving the business environment and helping entrepreneurs remain competitive....
Alex Allan Mar 25, 2025 4 views garagestock / Depositphotos.com
Mark Carney and the Liberals top a new voter poll. According to the latest Leger report, 44% of Canadians say they would vote for the Liberal Party if the federal election were held today. That's compared to 38% for Pierre Poilievre's Conservative Party. The NDP trails far behind with 6%. Thirty-nine per cent of those ...
Kelli Rickard Mar 25, 2025 5 views Element5 Digital / Unsplash
How can you cast your ballot in the upcoming federal election? You can vote at your assigned polling station on April 28, or on advanced polling days over the Easter long-weekend. The country's Chief Electoral Officer Stephane Perrault says they're ready to deliver a secure and stable election. "This election will...
Kevin Northup Mar 24, 2025
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