The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) has successfully ended its second quarter for fiscal year 2025 on September 30, 2024, with net assets reaching $675.1 billion, marking an increase of $28.3 billion from the previous quarter. This growth, driven by $23.1 billion in net income and $5.2 billion in transfers from the Canada Continue reading
Freezing Rain to Make Montreal Streets Slippery Tuesday Morning Can Make Commute Difficult for Drivers
Montreal residents are being warned of hazardous road and sidewalk conditions on Tuesday morning as freezing rain is set to hit the region. Environment Canada has issued weather warnings and special bulletins for southern Quebec, with icy conditions expected to impact the morning commute. When and Where Freezing Rain Will Hit According to Jean-Philippe Bégin, Continue reading
The trade war is here. You’ll notice it at the grocery store first
The trade war is here. You’ll notice it at the grocery store first
The trade war is here. You’ll notice it at the grocery store first
Complete List of Items Included in Canada’s Holiday GST Cut
As the busy and costly holiday season approaches in Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government has introduced temporary cuts to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST). These cuts, which will last for two months, aim to alleviate some financial pressure on families by applying to a variety of essential Continue reading
18.7 Million Canadians to Receive $250 Payment from New Federal Rebate in 2025
The Canadian government has introduced the Working Canadians Rebate, a one-time tax-free $250 payment to help ease the financial burden on workers. If you worked in 2023 and meet a few simple requirements, this rebate could be yours in early spring 2025. Who is Eligible for the Rebate? The rebate is available to Canadians who: Continue reading
Canada Conducts First Healthcare-Focused Express Entry Draw Since July
On November 20, 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through a healthcare category-based selection draw. This round of invitations required candidates to meet a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 463. This marks the third Express Entry draw of the week, following a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Continue reading
Free Settlement Services in Canada to Help New Immigrants Secure Employment
Canada is renowned for its inclusive policies and support systems that help immigrants settle and thrive. For newcomers, finding employment is a critical milestone on the path to establishing a new life in the country. To make this journey smoother, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and local organizations offer a range of settlement services Continue reading
Canada Braces for Migrant Surge as Trump Promises Mass Deportations
At 5,525 miles, the border separating the United States and Canada is the longest international boundary in the world. As this boundary becomes a focus of heightened scrutiny, particularly under the leadership of President-elect Donald J. Trump, tensions are rising. Canadian officials fear that Trump’s aggressive stance on immigration will drive a surge of migrants Continue reading