Voluntary contributions to Canada Pension Plan considered
To those who would interfere with the CPP, I say keep your hands off our pensions!
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Author: Joe Oliver
How Budget 2015 is delivering for Canadians
Recently, I presented Budget 2015. It is prudent and principled, and will see Canadians more prosperous, secure and confident in
Read MoreWhy Canada needs a balanced budget law
Balanced budgets help us keep taxes low, protect our top credit rating, maintain consumer and investor confidence, preserve funding for health care and education, keep Canada strong in the event of an international shock and avoid saddling our children with our debts.
Read MoreFederal government investing in Toronto’s infrastructure
With Toronto’s continuous growth, it is essential that we renew our critical infrastructure by making key investments in expanding roads, bridges and public transportation.
Read MoreFamilies with children to benefit from new measures
While the global economy remains fragile, Canada’s economy is resilient and in a stronger position than most other industrialized countries. As we return to a budgetary surplus this year, our government will put more money in the pockets of hard-working Canadians.
Read MoreNew Canada Goose factory shows low-tax plan is working
In October, I was pleased to attend the grand opening of a new and expanded Canada Goose factory, right here in our community of Eglinton-Lawrence. The Canada Goose brand and quality extreme-weather outerwear are already recognizable at home and around the world. Now it will double its capacity.
Read MoreTransparency and accountability for First Nations communities
The Transparency Act helps First Nations communities hold their chiefs accountable, by mandating their governments publish audited financial statements and details of expenses so they can be reviewed by their members. It also empowers voters with the information necessary to make informed choices.
Read MoreOLIVER: New Horizons program benefits Canadian seniors
Throughout their careers, seniors have helped build our country, and today they continue to make important contributions to our society.
Read MoreOLIVER: A new proposal to bring greater financial security to Canada’s seniors
Canada has weathered the global economic crisis with relative success and is in a strong position for future prosperity.
Read MoreOLIVER: Changes aim to make citizenship process fair
Eglinton-Lawrence is home to more than 40,000 immigrants, and continues to grow every year as more new Canadians join our community.
Read MoreStaying the course for Eglinton-Lawrence, Ontario and Canada
Economic Action Plan 2014 will keep Canada strong amid growing global uncertainty.
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