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  CANADIAN MONEY BRIEF  |  FEATURE  |  OCT. 23, 2026 The federal budget is 13 days away, tax-reform calls are getting louder, and “act now” headlines are about to pile up. Here’s what is actually confirmed, what is just lobbying, and what to leave alone. Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne told the House of Commons on Oct. 20 that Budget 2026 will be tabled on Nov. 5 . It is the second budget since the Liberals moved the fiscal plan to the fall, and it lands two days after the U.S. midterm elections. Between now and then, expect a flood of speculation about RRSPs, TFSAs and capital gains. Before you move a dollar, it helps to separate three things: what’s confirmed, what’s being asked for, and what the rules say today. Key dates on your calendar Oct. 28 Bank of Canada rate decision (9:45 a.m. ET) Oct. 29 Ontario fall economic statement Nov. 3 U.S. midterm elections Nov. 5 Federal Budget 2026 Dec. 9 Final Bank of Canada decision of 2026 Mar. 1, 2027 RRSP...

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Canada Post Cuts 50 Managerial Positions Amid Financial Struggles

 

Canada Post has announced the layoff of nearly 50 managers as part of a broad corporate restructuring aimed at curbing ongoing financial losses. The Crown corporation, which has faced years of operational and fiscal challenges, confirmed that about half of the impacted managers are based in Ottawa, with the remainder located in Toronto and other regions across the country.

Officials stated that these difficult decisions were made in response to what they described as a “critical financial situation” and “significant operational challenges.” The move follows earlier restructuring efforts—including the elimination of 20 percent of senior roles—to streamline processes and reduce overhead costs, while a federal loan of roughly $1 billion provides temporary financial relief to keep the service running smoothly.

Despite the management cuts, Canada Post assures Canadians that there will be no disruption in mail and parcel services. However, the decision has raised concerns among union representatives, who have long argued that too many managerial positions exist within the organization. As the postal service continues its efforts to modernize and return to financial health, further adjustments may be on the horizon.

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