GST holiday slammed as band aid for Canada food crisis
The GST holiday starting December 14 is criticized by economists and the 2025 Canada Food Price Report as a weak fix that may raise prices and fail to help those most in need. It urges structural reforms including targeted subsidies, stronger local food supply chains, and elimination of the GST on food to provide lasting relief. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois of Dalhousie University is noted for his analysis.
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University of Saskatchewan
University of British Columbia
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U.S
Ronald Reagan
Sylvain Charlebois
Agri-Food Analytics Lab
Troy Media
Ada
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John Truswell
S.J. Layton
John Barton
Alex Beck
Alex Campbell
Frank R. Davies
William W. Douglas
Peter Hammer
Coal Creek Mines
Ditch repairs urged to spare town treasury damages
In Moose Jaw the Times urges authorities to repair street ditches at sidewalk ends to prevent damages when funds are scarce. Reports note concerns over crime influx from Europe and poor Paris working conditions raising calls for governmental inquiry into labor, safety and living standards.
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Canada
Europe
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Alberta's year end economy highlights show growth and jobs
Alberta cements itself as Canada’s economic engine with a skilled workforce, low taxes, and diversified sectors. It highlights major investments including Linde's $2 billion clean hydrogen facility and Dow's $11.6 billion net zero project, plus three Investment and Growth Fund deals creating 176 full time and 330 temporary roles. The province expands Film and Television Tax Credit to 34 productions spending $29.1 million and generating $72.32 million GDP and 1,124 jobs. Alberta joins global trade missions with 100 plus companies to Japan, UK, Argentina, UAE, Indonesia, and the Philippines, boosting agri food energy and tech. Aimed at attracting skilled workers, programs like Alberta is Calling phase three, a $5,000 moving bonus, and the $5-million Industry Skills Grant address labour shortages while expanding housing and infrastructure for 2025.
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Argentina
Uae
Indonesia
Philippines
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Curtain of silence on GSAs in faith schools discussed
An Alberta assistant professor notes a curtailment of debate on gay straight alliances in Catholic schools linked to Bill 10. An open letter to Catholic school officials urges openness from trustees teachers and students amid the 2014-2015 legislative context.
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University of Alberta
Kristopher Wells
University
Institute For Sexual Minorities Studies
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