Derek Decloet

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Canada's Election Hinges on Who Can Fix an Economy Under US Threat

Canada's Election Hinges on Who Can Fix an Economy Under US Threat

Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to plunge Canada into an election campaign on Sunday, as US President Donald Trump’s trade war sharpens the focus on fixing long-standing problems that have hindered the Canadian economy.

Trudeau Backs Away From Tax Threat on Apartment Owners

Trudeau Backs Away From Tax Threat on Apartment Owners

The government of Justin Trudeau pulled back on a threat to hit some real estate investment trusts in Canada with a new tax regime after opposition from the industry. The finance department posted a three-sentence statement on its website on May 8, saying that “no changes to the tax treatment of REITs are being considered at this time.” That removes...