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5 Things to Know Today — September 28, 2026

  Monday, September 28, 2026  |  MoneySavings.ca Iran rejects Trump's terms for Hormuz, the US alcohol ban on Canadian goods kicks in tomorrow, the loonie posts its 13th straight losing session, Tuesday brings a key GDP print, and Ottawa quietly narrowed the federal deficit. Here's what it all means for your wallet today. 01 OF 05 🛢️ Iran Digs In on Hormuz — Trump Rejected the Deal, and Oil Stays Elevated Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi offered over the weekend to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days — the same terms attached to the June Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding that collapsed in early July. The conditions: the US lifts its naval blockade on Iranian ports, waives sanctions on Iranian oil sales, and observes a broader ceasefire. Trump rejected the offer outright on Saturday, calling it a play by a country that is "losing badly," and renaming the strait "Trump Strait" on Truth Social for good measure. As of this morning, Iran ...

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Federal Government Extends Charitable Donation Tax Deduction Deadline to February 2025


In response to the recent Canada Post strike, the federal government has announced an extension for the deadline to claim charitable donations on tax returns. Originally set for December 31, 2024, the new deadline is now February 28, 2025.

Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc stated that this extension aims to mitigate the impact of the strike, which significantly disrupted mail-in donations during the crucial holiday season. Charities, such as the Salvation Army, reported a drop in donations by over 50% due to the strike.

The government plans to introduce legislation to amend the Income Tax Act once Parliament resumes on January 27, 2025. This extension is expected to provide charities with additional time to receive and process donations, ensuring they can continue their vital work in communities across Canada.



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