West Island News
Suburban municipalities to pay $38 million to Montreal Agglo
The ASM demands provincial intervention for immediate and fair adjustments to the Montréal quotas suburban municipalities are subject to.
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West Island News
Sep 29, 20224 min read
Canadians prioritize intentional spending as nearly nine in 10 feel the financial pinch.
Interac releases a music track intended to help shoppers spend mindfully, and their research provides insight into Canadians' spending.
West Island News
Aug 19, 20222 min read
15 suburban mayors call on updating the financing and management of the Montreal agglomeration.
The ASM released a statement on behalf of its 15 municipalities calling on parties to state their commitments to its members.
West Island News
Mar 14, 20221 min read
Federal minimum wage rises to $15.55 an hour on April 1st
The federal minimum wage is adjusted every year on April 1st. The measure came into force in 2021.
West Island News
Mar 7, 20222 min read
CPA Canada announces launch of free women's financial literacy webinar on International Women's Day
Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada is launching a new financial literacy series to celebrate International Women's Day.
West Island News
Jan 18, 20223 min read
Association of Suburban Municipalities claiming millions of dollars in over taxation by Agglo
This injustice started in 2019 with the adoption of a Ministerial Order that differed from the rules established in the 2008 agreement.
West Island News
Dec 23, 20212 min read
Pointe-Claire launches financial assistance program
the City of Pointe-Claire has launched a financial assistance program for low-income families. Here's how you can apply.
West Island News
Dec 1, 20211 min read
Top notaries according to the West Island community
A list of notaries suggested by the West Island community
West Island News
May 3, 20212 min read
Small businesses want a fairer EI system, not higher premiums
Eighty-four per cent of small business owners want to see EI premiums split 50:50 between employers and employees.
West Island News
Apr 22, 20215 min read
$10 a day child care for Canadian families
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau, highlighted that Budget 2021 sets a goal of on average $10 a day child care within the next five years.
West Island News
Apr 13, 20215 min read
CRA Tax Tips - Last-minute tax-filing tip
The CRA put together some helpful tips and information to make last–minute tax filing easier this year.
West Island News
Apr 1, 20212 min read
Annual indexation of electricity rates
After a rate freeze in 2020, Hydro-Québec is announcing its annual indexation of electricity rates.
West Island News
Feb 28, 20219 min read
CRA Tax Tip - What you need to know for the 2021 tax-filing season
Here's what you need to know for this tax-filing season, including filing options, COVID-19 benefits, and what's new according to the CRA.
West Island News
Feb 24, 20214 min read
The CRA is here to help Canadians through a tax season like no other
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is here to help Canadians through a tax season like no other.
West Island News
Feb 20, 20213 min read
Canada proposes increase in worker's COVID recovery benefits
Government of Canada proposes increase to number of weeks for recovery benefits & EI regular benefits to ensure continued support.
West Island News
Feb 20, 20211 min read
Beaconsfield delays payment of municipal taxes
The deadlines for payment of municipal taxes in Beaconsfield will be extended this year.
West Island News
Feb 10, 20211 min read
Lac-Saint-Louis Pre-Budget Consultation
The Government of Canada has launched pre-budget consultations to hear from Canadians and experts across the country about how Budget 2021 c
West Island News
Jan 24, 20214 min read
Oxfam report: The Inequality Virus
Mega-rich recoup COVID-losses in record-time yet billions will live in poverty for at least a decade according to a new Oxfam report: The In
Rhonda Massad
Dec 27, 20203 min read
Montreal’s Housing Market Performance During 2020 Pandemic
Montreal’s housing market faced a turbulent 2020 as the COVID-19 pandemic sent shockwaves across the real estate industry and the economy.
Rhonda Massad
May 23, 20202 min read
PME MTL West-Island offering Financial Assistance for Local Businesses
This new fund comes in the form of a loan, up to a maximum of $50,000 and aims to alleviate cash-flow-related challenges.
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