Alberta budget’s property tax hike scrutinized by Calgary city hall
Calgary council criticizes Alberta's budget property tax hike, demanding more transparency on fund allocation.
Alberta finance minister hits the road in attempt to sell 2026 provincial budget
Alberta's finance minister promotes the new provincial budget, highlighting its high spending and significant deficit as necessary for economic stability amid challenging financial conditions.
First Nation chiefs say Nova Scotia budget cuts appear targeted at Mi’kmaw programs
First Nation leaders in Nova Scotia claim recent budget cuts by the provincial government disproportionately affect Mi’kmaw programs designed to combat systemic inequalities.
Alberta teachers hail ‘significant’ investment in education, but skepticism ‘remains high’
Alberta teachers praise a substantial investment in education announced by the provincial government, which aims to address overcrowding and teacher shortages, despite lingering skepticism about its adequacy.
Premier Danielle Smith revealing details of future Alberta education funding
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Minister of Education Demetrios Nicolaides will announce how the provincial budget will impact education funding, amidst a significant budget deficit warning and ongoing tension with teachers.
B.C. business leaders criticize budget, saying province is in ‘an entrepreneurial drought’
Business leaders in British Columbia express significant concerns about the newly proposed provincial budget, arguing that it negatively impacts affordability and investment in the region.
Premier defends Nova Scotia budget as critics continue to speak out
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston defends the provincial budget amidst criticism over cuts to public services and a substantial deficit.
N.S. finance minister expected to cut spending in next week’s provincial budget
Nova Scotia's Finance Minister plans significant spending cuts in the upcoming provincial budget to address a growing deficit.
Promised replacement of aging long-term care home in Kelowna put on hold indefinitely
Plans to replace the aging Cottonwoods Extended Care home in Kelowna, B.C., have been indefinitely paused according to the recent provincial budget announcement.
B.C. Office of the Seniors Advocate addresses impact of 2026 provincial budget
The British Columbia Seniors Advocate addresses urgent challenges facing the aging population in light of the province's paused long-term care infrastructure projects.
B.C.’s provincial deficit ‘unsustainable’ as budget day nears, official says
The British Columbia government is expected to announce significant budget cuts amid rising concerns about a growing provincial deficit, while also addressing the aftermath of a tragic mass shooting in the region.