Small businesses hold onto hope for CEBA forgiveness, extensionGovernment suggests that loan repayment deadline will not be extended again. Federal government releases economic update for CanadaFinance Minister’s economic statement aims to support middle-class Canadians amid soaring consumer prices. Small businesses still hoping for CEBA loan forgiveness extension as time runs out Is your business being impacted? Ontario extends gas tax cut into next year The 5.7-cent cut to the gas tax will remain in place until next summer. Grocery price increases continue to outpace overall inflation Grocery prices grew 8.5% in July compared with last year. Food insecurity affecting youth mental health: Study Youth in food insecure homes made more visits to doctors for mental health. Consumer spending to soften in second half of 2023: Canadian Chamber of Commerce People expected to cut back on discretionary purchases. Canada's inflation rate tumbles to 2.8%, but economists warn inflation fight not over Food prices high, as gas prices fall. Bank of Canada raises key interest rate to 5% The Central Bank says inflation isn't expected to cool until 2025. Unemployment rate ticks higher in May for first time in nine months Canada's unemployment rate was previously hovering at 5%. First Previous 3 4 5 6 7 Next Last