Alberta government announces $15M for Hwy. 63 after citizen-led repairs

Lamb shank, 48 cans of beans, gum: A look at what Alberta’s politicians expense

EDMONTON — A survey of spending over the last fiscal year by Alberta’s provincial politicians indicates taxpayers are footing the bill on everything from bison steak dinners to a pack of gum. And a can of pop. The expenses, posted online on the legislative assembly website, show the purchases kept within the rules set for [] The post Lamb shank, 48 cans of beans, gum: A look at what Alberta’s politicians expense appeared first on Loonie Politics.

More than 106K Albertans sign up for $100 affordability rebates as applications open

Albertans have until Sept. 30 to sign up to receive the provincial government's 100 affordability relief cheques. People with household incomes of 225,000 or less are eligible.

Ottawa spends $26 million on clean energy projects in Alberta, Saskatchewan

The federal government is spending more than 26 million on 17 clean energy projects across Alberta and Saskatchewan, saying the funding will help modernize energy infrastructure, reduce emissions and strengthen Canada's long-term energy security.

The new pipeline push in Canada

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has been front and centre of two pipeline proposal announcements in the past week. First, she and Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new southern route for the proposed West Coast pipeline on Thursday. Just a few days later, on Monday, she and Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a proposal for a new 3,300-kilometre pipeline that would carry crude oil from Hardisty, Alberta to Sarnia, Ontario. Emma Graney is the Globe’s energy reporter. She’s on the show to explain these two proposed projects, how likely it is they’ll be constructed, and what all this says about changing sentiments around pipelines in Canada. Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CUTS urges govt to increase road fund allocation

The Consumer Unity and Trust Society (CUTS) International has urged the government to increase funding for road maintenance in the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to address the extensive damage caused by this year’s heavy rains. According to the policy think tank, deteriorating roads, bridges and drainage systems across the country are imposing significant costs on The post CUTS urges govt to increase road fund allocation appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

Canada gives share of bridge profits to US to get Trump nod

The Gordie Howe International Bridge will open on July 27 connecting Detroit and Windsor. Canada agreed to share net toll profits with the United States after construction costs. This agreement resolves a long-standing dispute between the two trading partners. Canada funded the entire 4.5 billion construction project over the Detroit River. The deal directs proceeds to a US-run regional development fund.

Aid trickles in, survivors sleep outside, and looting breaks out in La Guaira, the Venezuelan city hardest hit by the earthquake

The government raises the death toll to 235 and the number of injured to 4,300 one day after the two quakes

Alberta poised to make West Coast pipeline announcement later this week

The Alberta government is poised to make an announcement about its plans for a new West Coast oil pipeline later this week. Sam Blackett, press secretary to Premier Danielle Smith, says there will be a “major announcement” on Thursday to share new details about the province’s submission to the federal major projects office. The major [] The post Alberta poised to make West Coast pipeline announcement later this week appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

LAU: Minimum wages hike will not increase ‘affordability’ in Alberta

It’s curious that a cornerstone policy of the Alberta NDP’s new “Affordability Agenda” will, in addition to reducing employment, raise prices for food and other essentials. Specifically, the official Opposition wants the Alberta government to raise the minimum wage to 18 over three years. However, as many empirical studies show, artificially raising the cost of []

The Value and Benefits of Public Spending for Households in Newfoundland and Labrador

This report examines the value of public services to households in Newfoundland and Labrador. The post The Value and Benefits of Public Spending for Households in Newfoundland and Labrador appeared first on CCPA.

US, Canada strike deal to open bridge linking Detroit and Windsor after dispute delayed launch

The U.S. and Canada settled on favorable terms on how to administer tolls on the newly-constructed Gordie-Howe International Bridge. It will open on July 27.

Canada Offers Teck C$400 Million for Strategic Metals Growth

The Canadian government will contribute as much as C400 million (282 million) to Teck Resources Ltd.’s plans to boost output at a key metals refinery, creating a deal that could ensure the country receives a portion of future germanium, antimony and gallium supply.

Ottawa councillors, MPPs call for help from province after Canada Day deluge

Several Ottawa city councillors and MPPs have signed an open letter calling on the province to make disaster relief funding available for residents facing financial burdens after last week’s storm.

JAY GOLDBERG: Mark Carney wants your trust, not your questions

Canadians don’t know the full cost to taxpayers of three large projects

Forex: $159.05 to one US dollar

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Thursday, July 2, ended at 159.05, up from 158.79, up 26 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary.Meaning, the Canadian dollar ended trading at 112.78, up from 111.18 and the British pound at 210.89 up from 182.15.

Pipeline-a-palooza: unpacking the week in Canadian energy politics

If pipelines really are Canada’s economic saviour, why are taxpayers footing the bill for them?

Feds pass controversial C-22 lawful access bill before summer break

The Canadian government rushed through a flurry of bills last week before the House of Commons rose for the summer break, including the controversial Bill C-22, which has faced heavy criticism for its potential impacts on privacy and encryption. The bill was passed on June 18 and included several amendments intended to address criticisms. However, []

CUTS calls on government to increase allocation to Road Fund in 2026 Mid-Year Budget

CUTS International, a leading research and public policy think is calling on the Government to increase funding for road maintenance in the upcoming Mid-Year Budget Review, following the damage caused to roads, bridges and drains by this year’s heavy rains. Road damage is becoming a daily burden on Ghanaians. Many roads across the country are []

BC government approves higher Mount Polley tailings dam, 12 years after the disaster

BC government approves higher Mount Polley tailings dam, 12 years after the disaster

Trump claims US got ‘much better deal’ as delayed bridge with Canada set to open

The U.S. and Canada have reached an agreement clearing the way for the long-delayed opening of a 4.7 billion bridge connecting Detroit to Windsor, Ontario, the Canadian government announced late Friday. The Gordie Howe International Bridge, which was originally set to open on June 27, will now open on July 27 after the two countries...

Randall Denley: The Ontario-Alberta oil pipeline proposal isn’t helping

It doesn't address a real problem, pipelines aren't the province's jurisdiction, and the cost to Ontario would be eye-watering