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A Canadian Dividend Stock Is Leaving Canada — What Algonquin Power's US Move Means for Your RRSP and TFSA

  Published August 9, 2026 Algonquin Power's move to Delaware could change how your dividends are taxed — and whether index funds keep holding the stock at all. If you've owned Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX/NYSE: AQN) in your RRSP or TFSA for the dividend, pay attention this week. On Friday, August 7, the Oakville, Ontario-based utility announced it plans to leave Canada — reincorporating as a Delaware company with its head office moving to Chicago. It's not a rumour or a boardroom leak. It came straight from the company's own Q2 2026 earnings release, and CEO Rod West was blunt about the reasoning: more than 80% of Algonquin's operations are now in the United States, with less than 5% left in Canada. The plan is to align the corporate address with where the business actually lives. What's actually changing Here's the plan as Algonquin has laid it out: The company would formally "continue" out of Canada and reincorporate in Delaware,...

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Fiery Protests by European Farmers in Brussels

 

The streets of Brussels blazed with fervor as European farmers took to the heart of the city, their tractors forming a formidable barricade. The air carried the acrid scent of burning rubber, a testament to their frustration and determination.

In a dramatic display of dissent, farmers dumped tires onto the streets, igniting them in defiance. The road leading from the EU district to central Brussels resembled a fiery corridor, choked by columns of tractors. These rural warriors demanded attention, their voices echoing through the urban landscape.

Their grievances were multifaceted: taxes, rising costs, and the influx of cheap imports. European farmers, facing economic pressures and regulatory challenges, stood united. Their message was clear: “If you love the Earth, support those who manage it.”

As the flames danced, so did their resolve. The European Parliament bore witness to their fiery protest, a stark reminder that agriculture is not just a livelihood—it’s a battle for survival. The stench of manure mingled with the heat, a potent blend of frustration and determination.

This wasn’t an isolated incident. Across the continent, farmers rallied, their tractors becoming symbols of resilience. From Poland to Belgium, they blocked roads, toppled statues, and set fires. The European Commission’s import ban on Ukrainian grain further fueled their discontent.

In the heart of Brussels, amidst the flames, they made their stand. The city trembled, caught between tradition and progress. And as the sun dipped below the horizon, the farmers remained—defiant, unwavering, and fiery.


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