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New Federal Budget to Deliver $1,100 Tax Credit for Personal Support Workers

                                                        Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu  The federal government has announced a major new measure in Budget 2025 aimed at supporting Canada’s personal support workers (PSWs). The initiative introduces a refundable tax credit of up to $1,100 per year for eligible PSWs, a move expected to benefit more than 200,000 frontline care workers across the country. Unveiled by Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu , the credit is designed to recognize the essential role PSWs play in Canada’s healthcare system, particularly in caring for seniors and vulnerable populations. The refundable nature of the credit means that even low- and modest-income workers, who may not owe income tax, will still be able to claim the benefit. The program will allow PSWs to claim five per cen...

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Putin Apologizes for Azerbaijani Plane Crash Amid Rising Tensions

 

In a recent development, Russian President Vladimir Putin extended an apology to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev following a tragic incident involving an Azerbaijani airliner. The plane, en route from Baku to Grozny, crashed in Kazakhstan while attempting an emergency landing, resulting in the loss of 38 lives.

The Kremlin's statement highlighted that the crash occurred amid Ukrainian drone attacks, which led to Russian air defense systems being active in the area. However, the statement stopped short of directly attributing the crash to these defense systems. Survivors reported hearing loud noises before the crash, suggesting possible external interference.

This incident has further strained relations in the region, with both U.S. and Azerbaijani officials hinting at the involvement of an external weapon. Putin's apology, while significant, leaves many questions unanswered as investigations continue.

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