Rachel Goodman

2 months ago | nowtoronto.com | Rachel Goodman

The City of Toronto has finalized its 2025 budget which it says will improve affordability, safety and community services. It was formally adopted by Mayor Olivia Chow on Tuesday after she opted not to exercise her right to veto. The newly approved $18.8 billion in funding comes in conjunction with a $59.6 billion 10-year capital budget. “We are building a more affordable, caring and safer city together,” Chow said in a press release on Tuesday.

2 months ago | nowtoronto.com | Rachel Goodman

The 13th annual Toronto Black Film Festival kicks off on Feb. 12 with a sensational slate of films from distinguished Black film makers. The week-long event includes thought-provoking discussions with expert panelists, a broad selection of screenings and a big-name honouree, all in celebration of Black History Month. This year, Toronto Black Film Festival (TBFF) will present Hollywood legend Ernie Hudson with its Career Achievement Award.

2 months ago | nowtoronto.com | Rachel Goodman

Canadian leaders and citizens are responding after U.S. President Donald Trump followed through on his threats to slap 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum from all countries, including Canada. This latest set of import taxes will take effect on March 12, in addition to recently delayed blanket levies that were put on hold for 30 days earlier this month.

2 months ago | nowtoronto.com | Rachel Goodman

Canada’s tax break will end this month, and while some items may have been noticeably cheaper, whether it made a meaningful difference is up for discussion. The temporary tax cut which came into effect on Dec. 14, applies to certain foods, and clothing items, among other goods until Feb. 15. But, according to data from Canadian financial company Moneris, it has not created any dramatic upshifts in spending habits. In fact, its comparison of data from Dec. 14, 2023 to Jan.

2 months ago | nowtoronto.com | Rachel Goodman

Provincial party leaders are responding to a tumultuous 24 hours after U.S. President Trump delayed his tariff threat, on day seven of the campaign trail. Here’s the latest from the provincial electoral candidates. Liberal Party leader Bonnie Crombie released a campaign ad Tuesday morning of Conservative Party leader Doug Ford saying he was happy Trump won the U.S. election. The one-minute video claims that the Conservative Party leader saw an attack on Ontario as an opportunity for himself.