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Budget 2026 Lands Nov. 5: What to Do (and Not Do) With Your RRSP and TFSA First

  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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The Fall of Mohammed Sinwar: Hamas Leader Killed in Israeli Strike


Mohammed Sinwar, the de facto leader of Hamas in Gaza, was reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike on May 13, 2025, according to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Sinwar, the younger brother of former Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, had risen through the ranks of the militant group and was considered a key figure in its military operations.  

Born in 1975 in the Khan Younis refugee camp, Sinwar joined Hamas in the late 1980s and became a member of its military wing, the Qassam Brigades. He played a significant role in Hamas' armed activities, including the 2006 attack that led to the capture of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit.  

His death marks another blow to Hamas' leadership, following the assassinations of Yahya Sinwar, Mohammed Deif, and Ismail Haniyeh in previous Israeli operations. However, analysts suggest that while his elimination weakens Hamas, it may not bring an end to the ongoing conflict.  

Hamas has yet to confirm Sinwar’s death, and the situation remains tense as Israel continues its military campaign against the group. His reported killing could further complicate ceasefire negotiations and efforts to secure the release of hostages still held by Hamas.

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