Edmonton – Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland, recently launched Canada Builds. She said: Good afternoon. I would like to start by acknowledging that we are gathered here today on Treaty 6 Territory and Metis Nation of Alberta Region 4. I’m so glad to be in Edmonton on this beautiful sunny day, with a great group of Edmontonians who are making this …
Ottawa – Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, and Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, announced that more than 300,000 Canadians have opened a Tax-Free First Home Savings Account since April 1, 2023, which is making it more affordable for them to save for a down payment. The Tax-Free First Home Savings Account allows Canadians to …
Ottawa – Deputy prime Minister Chrystia Freeland has said: “Mr. Chair, it is my pleasure to appear before you and Members of the committee to discuss Bill C-56, the Affordable Housing and Groceries Act. This legislation is part of our government’s economic plan, which is about building an economy that works for everyone—with good jobs that people can count on. And …
Ottawa – Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, announced new measures to ensure Canadians are treated fairly by their banks. These measures include protecting Canadians from rising mortgage payments, enhancing low-cost banking options, lowering non-sufficient fund (NSF) fees and ensuring Canadians have an impartial advocate when they have complaints with their bank. These newest measures to make …
