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1. Spring Economic Update Lands Today Finance Minister François‑Philippe Champagne tables the 2026 Spring Economic Update this afternoon, outlining Ottawa’s latest fiscal outlook and new measures aimed at supporting Canadians amid global instability. 2. Fuel Excise Tax Temporarily Suspended Prime Minister Mark Carney has paused the federal excise tax on gas, diesel, and aviation fuel , offering short‑term relief as energy prices remain elevated due to geopolitical tensions.  3. Canada’s First Sovereign Wealth Fund Announced Carney has unveiled the Canada Strong Fund , the country’s first sovereign wealth fund, designed to finance major national infrastructure and economic‑building projects in partnership with the private sector.  4. CPP & OAS Payments Arrive Today New CPP and OAS payments are being issued today, including adjustments for seniors affected by recovery tax calculations, which are spread across monthly OAS payments.  5. Global Instability Conti...
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gingerbread men cookies

 

  • Ingredients:

    • 1/2 cup butter, softened
    • 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
    • 1/3 cup molasses
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 tablespoon water
    • 2-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
    • Frosting of your choice

  • Instructions:

    1. Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes.
    2. Beat in molasses, egg and water.
    3. In another bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients minus frosting; gradually beat into creamed mixture.
    4. Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk; cover. Refrigerate until easy to handle, about 30 minutes.
    5. Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 4-in. gingerbread man cookie cutter. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets.
    6. Bake until edges are firm, 8-10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
    7. Frost as desired.

Enjoy your gingerbread men cookies! 

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