Competition Bureau urges provinces to restrict employment non-competes
The Competition Bureau is urging provincial and territorial governments to restrict non-compete agreements in employment contracts, saying their widespread use can limit job opportunities, wages and business creation.
Ottawa renews $30 million in loans for women entrepreneurs
The federal government is renewing $30 million in funding for a national loan program that helps women start or expand businesses, with loans of up to $50,000 available through participating nonprofit organizations.
Canada reports more than 5,400 wildfires and 33,750 evacuees in 2026
More than 5,400 wildfires burned approximately 4.5 million hectares across Canada in 2026, forcing more than 33,750 people from their homes, according to an October 15 update from Public Safety Canada.
Federal budget to be tabled November 5 as economic growth slows
The federal government will table its 2026 budget on November 5, Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne announced October 20, as Canada's parliamentary budget watchdog projects slower economic growth and continued federal deficits.
Ottawa announces national heat-pump rebates of up to $10,000
The federal government has announced a new national heat-pump rebate program offering up to $10,000 to eligible lower-income households and $2,000 to other eligible homeowners to help cover the cost of switching to electric heating.
Federal government seeks feedback on changes to charity rules
Registered charities and other Canadians have until December 3 to provide feedback on possible changes to the federal rules governing charitable organizations, including registration, reporting and compliance requirements.
World champion skater and former cabinet minister Otto Jelinek dies at 86
Former world champion figure skater, federal cabinet minister and diplomat Otto Jelinek has died at the age of 86.
A Letter to Trudeau From Young Researchers
UPDATE: Mourning begins after two-year-old abductee's body found in Alberta
"Free Trade' Deals Put Profit Over Public Interest
Canada Hedges its Bets on Cluster Bombs
Four Prime Questions about Harper’s Response to Ottawa Shooting
Work in the age of anxiety
Remember kindness?
Doing Time
The Crisis of Extreme Capitalism
BC’s Election Stunner: Five Lessons for the Left
