The notwithstanding clause has been invoked by provinces looking to push ahead with their agendas on religious symbols, the rights of transgender youth, and to prevent strike action.
Private landlords and non-profits provide affordable housing in the form of multi-tenant homes. While there is a lot of opacity around private providers, housing advocates say it’s imperative to support them in their transition to the City of Toronto’s new licensing framework, and thus maintain a stock of safe, secure multi-tenant housing.
An update to licensing intended to improve safety and consistency in Toronto rooming houses may inadvertently lead to their eventual extinction.
Lewis was towering advocate for global justice , leaving a legacy that reshaped humanitarian action and community‑led responses to HIV-AIDS.
Affordable housing programs rolled back under BC government budget cuts.
Premier Wab Kinew told media before the budget dropped Tuesday that Manitobans would no longer pay provincial taxes at the grocery store on prepared foods.
Increased government spending in social services could improve services for residents in Saskatchewan.
“CanadaGPT” is designed to simplify complex government activity by giving users a clear understanding of what’s happening in Ottawa.
The Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP) is set to launch in July 2026, and will place people with disabilities in two groups: those who are and are not able to work. The cities of Edmonton and Lethbridge, among other municipalities, have tabled motions urging the provincial government to reconsider this program.
The federal government introduced new rules capping non-sufficient funds fees to $10 for personal chequing and savings accounts. The new rules go into effect today.
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