Business
Alberta tops CFIB’s Red Tape Report for 2023
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) released its 13th Annual Red Tape Report Card Wednesday morning, part of the business advocacy group’s Red Tape Awareness Week. […]
National News
Business
Government of Canada’s passport mess wins CFIB Paperweight Award
Service Canada is the recipient of this year’s Canadian Federation of Independent Business’ (CFIB) Paperweight Award for the delays, wait times, and long timelines that held up the passport process for hundreds of thousands of Canadians looking to travel over the past year. […]
Business
Booze to take a hike this spring
April 1, 2023, will see a significant increase in tax on beer, wine and spirits, but it’s no April Fool’s Day joke, according to the Canadian Taxpayers Federation lobby group, who are calling on the federal government to end the tax. […]
Business
EI, CPP hikes to drop take-home pay by up to $305 in the New Year
Payroll tax increases in 2023 will see Canadian workers taking home up to $305 less effective Jan. 1… […]
Legal
Feds contributing $7 million to modernize Legal Arena and Curling Club
The Town of Legal is receiving $7,159,360 from the Government of Canada through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program to modernize its arena and curling club. Randy Boissonault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, made the announcement Monday. Legal’s contribution to the project is $1,789,840. […]
National News
Canada Safety Council offers fire prevention tips for winter
Nov. 24 to 30 is National Home Fire Safety Week, and the Canada Safety Council (CSC) is reminding Canadians to be proactive in freezing out winter fires. […]
Business
CTF and CFIB critical of fed’s economic update
Shortly after Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland released the federal government’s 2022 Fall Economic Statement, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) and Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) offered criticism, but in different directions. […]
Local News
Town and Province hosting books of condolence for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
With the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96 yesterday, both the province and town are setting up books of condolence for Albertans to sign. […]
National News
Official Statements on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II passed away at the age of 96 on Thursday, Sept 8. Below are statements from government officials on Her Majesty’s passing. […]
Editorial & Opinion
Opinion: High and hidden taxes driving up the pump price
submitted by the Canadian Tax Payers Federation As far as Canadian politicians are concerned, the soaring cost of living is […]
National News
UCP says new federal gun rules target law-abiding owners
Two years ago, the Liberal government banned more than 1,500 types of firearms. The federal government’s Bill C-21 puts new […]
Business
CFIB advising businesses they can claim up to $600 in credit card class action
Small businesses can claim up to $600 in class action settlement with Visa, Mastercard and banks: Power to surcharge for […]
Local News
Liberals set to launch carbon-free cola in time for Canada Day
New Cola to be on market in time for Canada Day [playht_player width=”100%” height=”90px” voice=”en-US-JennyNeural”] by Morinville Online Staff Following […]
National News
Liberals unveil 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan
The Liberals released their $9.1 billion 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan: Canada’s Next Steps to Clean Air and a Strong Economy […]
National News
Alliance agreement formed between Liberals and NDP
Alliance agreement would last until 2025 [playht_player width=”100%” height=”90px” voice=”en-US-JennyNeural”] The federal Liberal and NDP parties have announced a confidence […]
National News
Redwater raises Ukrainian flag
In a show of support and solidarity for Ukraine, Redwater raised the Ukrainian flag Friday afternoon at the Redwater Information […]