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Chow proposes 9.5 per cent property tax hike, lower than initial staff proposal

Chow proposes 9.5 per cent property tax hike, lower than initial staff proposal

Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow has unveiled a property tax hike lower than what officials initially proposed, while thanking the federal government for new money for asylum seeker shelter support.
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Ontario to give Toronto up to $97 million for FIFA World Cup

Ontario to give Toronto up to $97 million for FIFA World Cup

TORONTO — Ontario has conditionally committed to giving Toronto up to $97 million for the city's FIFA World Cup hosting duties, as long as the federal government matches its contribution.
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Federal government rejects Windsor's request for money from housing fund

Federal government rejects Windsor's request for money from housing fund

WINDSOR, Ont. — The federal government has rejected an application from the southwestern Ontario city of Windsor for funds to fast-track housing development.
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Rogers Sugar refinery workers in Vancouver ratify new five-year contract

Rogers Sugar refinery workers in Vancouver ratify new five-year contract

VANCOUVER — Rogers Sugar Inc. says unionized workers at its Vancouver refinery have ratified a new collective agreement. The five-year deal brings an end a strike that began in September.
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Real estate receiverships on the rise as projects stall

Real estate receiverships on the rise as projects stall

TORONTO — From one of Canada’s tallest condo towers to bare tracts of land, residential development projects across the country are increasingly being pushed into receivership.
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Want to boost your tax refund with an RRSP loan? Experts say there's more to consider

Want to boost your tax refund with an RRSP loan? Experts say there's more to consider

OTTAWA — RRSP loans might be a tempting option for Canadians looking to top up their retirement savings this year, but financial experts urge caution for those thinking about borrowing to invest.
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AIMCo sets up $1B fund to invest in energy transition opportunities

AIMCo sets up $1B fund to invest in energy transition opportunities

EDMONTON — The Alberta Investment Management Corp. has set up a new $1-billion fund dedicated to investing in the global energy transition and decarbonization sectors.
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Calgary set to host Special Olympics Games, Canadians can support by buying doughnut

Calgary set to host Special Olympics Games, Canadians can support by buying doughnut

Darby Taylor was on a road trip with his family from Calgary to Disneyland when he learned that he would be an ambassador for the upcoming Special Olympics Canada Winter Games in his hometown.
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Players facing sex assault charges casts shadow over NHL all-star weekend festivities

Players facing sex assault charges casts shadow over NHL all-star weekend festivities

TORONTO — The NHL all-star weekend festivities are set to begin today in Toronto under a cloud.
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In the news today: CSIS boss to talk foreign interference, BC rain to ease by Friday

In the news today: CSIS boss to talk foreign interference, BC rain to ease by Friday

Here is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to bring you up to speed on what you need to know today...
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