Economy

Implementing universal basic income could cut poverty rates up to 40%

Assuming cuts to social supports, PBO estimates net cost of program to government could be $5 billion or less

By Craig Lord, The Canadian Press |February 19, 2025

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Household debt growth accelerates: StatCan

Credit card balances surge, mortgage debt climbs

By James Langton |February 19, 2025

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Feds have the fiscal muscle to fight tariff fallout

Provinces may have to step up, with Parliament prorogued: Desjardins

By James Langton |February 19, 2025

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Poll points to ‘sharp’ drop in RRSP contributions this year: Edward Jones

Respondents cited expenses, debt repayment and insufficient income as barriers to saving

By Michelle Schriver |February 18, 2025

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