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Two weeks after the Ford government revealed plans to expand the number of ServiceOntario kiosks in private retail businesses, the province’s financial watchdog has launched a “research project” into the plan. The government faced scrutiny after it began shutting down privately-operated ServiceOntario centres, swapping them out for new locations nestled …
Read More »Financial literacy test will be mandatory to get Ontario high school diploma: Lecce
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted May 30, 2024 9:54 am Updated May 30, 2024 10:10 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Ontario students will soon be required to pass a financial literacy test as part of a number of changes coming to the requirements …
Read More »Manitoba wildfire evacuees to receive financial support, Kinew says
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Manitoba government has announced supports for evacuees fleeing wildfires in the province. Premier Wab Kinew announced Sunday that eligible adults will receive a one-time $200 payment, while eligible children will receive $100. This includes the residents of Cranberry Portage, Man. who …
Read More »Cap on student visas could wreak financial havoc on Ontario universities, says rep
The Council of Ontario Universities says the newly announced cap on international student admissions is unfairly punishing responsible institutions alongside bad actors in the post-secondary sector. Steve Orsini, president and CEO of the organization, is calling on the federal government to reverse its decision to cap the number of new …
Read More »Ontario stay-at-home dad overwhelmed by ‘compassionate’ response to financial struggles
At a time when so many families are struggling to get by, compassion and empathy can go a long way. When Jason Ladouceur, 41, first spoke about his family’s financial struggle to raise awareness about the rising cost of living, he says he never expected it to touch people in …
Read More »Saskatchewan projects $250M deficit in mid year financial report, down $1.3B
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Saskatchewan government is forecasting a $250-million deficit this fiscal year due to higher expenses related to the summer drought. The mid-year financial report says the deficit puts Saskatchewan down $1.3 billion from budget, as the province had initially forecast a surplus …
Read More »Former OPSEU financial services administrator countersues union, denies misconduct
The former financial services administrator of an Ontario public sector union is countersuing the organization, claiming he didn’t receive any payments he wasn’t entitled to and always upheld his responsibilities. The Ontario Public Services Employees Union is suing former financial services administrator Maurice Gabay, along with former president Warren (Smokey) …
Read More »Canada’s financial intelligence unit steps up fight against illegal wildlife trade – National
Canada’s financial intelligence agency is stepping up the fight against the illicit wildlife trade by taking aim at the criminals who reap big profits from the global racket. The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada, known as Fintrac, is encouraging banks and other enterprises to be on the …
Read More »Ontario man charged in FBI investigation into alleged ISIS financial support
The U.S. Department of Justice says the 34-year-old man was arrested by Canadian police under a provisional arrest request, often the first step in the extradition process. News Source link
Read More »COP15 talks to focus on role of financial sector in global biodiversity – National
The role of private money and industry in preserving enough natural ecosystems to keep the planet functioning will be the focus of talks Wednesday at an international conference on biodiversity in Montreal. While negotiators continue to try to hammer an overall conservation deal, discussions are also scheduled on how global …
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