We want to share an overview of how the recently announced summary of Ontario's 2025 Fall Economic Statement and how it addresses the province's economic challenges. Key HighlightsDeficit and Economic OutlookOntario's deficit for 2025-26 is projected at $13.5 billion, an improvement from the $14.6 billion...
We want to share an overview of how the recently announced federal budget by Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government may impact several key sectors, including housing and construction, manufacturing, meat processing, telecommunications, agriculture, hospitality, and cultural community grants. Housing and Construction The budget emphasizes infrastructure...
Impact on Future Homebuilding and Opportunities Toronto – On October 14, 2025, the federal government, in partnership with the City of Toronto, announced a landmark investment in housing and infrastructure to address Canada’s housing crisis and support the growing population in the Greater Toronto Area....
Toronto – Opportunity to Provide Feedback on Proposed Changes to the Ontario Building Code for Rapid Transit Stations Dear Friend, The Ministry is proposing amendments to the Ontario Building Code related to Rapid Transit Stations, specifically Section 3.13. These changes aim to support faster construction...
AURORA – This past Saturday, import and logistics company Aero Future Canada attended the Central York Fire Services Open House to introduce an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed to fight wildfires, a first in Canada. The event drew in thousands of people from around the...
Dear Friend,We hope this email finds you well. Today marks the return of the Members of Parliament to Ottawa as the House of Commons begins its fall session. Following the spring election and a brief sitting of Parliament, this session promises to be pivotal,...
Dear Friend,An important announcement from the federal government that marks a significant step forward in addressing Canada’s housing crisis. Prime Minister Mark Carney has officially launched Build Canada Homes, a new federal agency dedicated to accelerating the construction of affordable housing across the country. ...
Sectoral Support InitiativesA 60-day review of the Electric Vehicle Availability Standard (EVAS) will relieve Canadian automakers from additional burdens, with the standard not applying to the 2026 model year.New financing options will be available for small and medium-sized businesses impacted by tariffs, increasing loan limits...
Report: Canada to Remove Retaliatory Tariffs on CUSMA-Compliant U.S. GoodsOn August 22, 2025, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the removal of retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods covered under the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), effective September 1, 2025. This decision comes as part of ongoing efforts...
OTTAWA – Last weekend, the Hellenic Community of Ottawa opened the 50th annual Ottawa GreekFest celebration at the Hellenic Event Centre. The Ottawa Greek Festival commemorates the Dormition of the Virgin Mary, the namesake of their church, which is celebrated on August 15th. What began in...
Toronto, ON – On August 20th, Pilgrim Feast Tabernacle hosted "Operation Hope," a Community Health Day that brought together individuals from all walks of life, including Canadians, newcomers, and refugees, to promote health, safety, and community well-being. The event, held at 2121 Weston Rd from...
Toronto – Key Points from Bill 17 – Impact on Development and Construction in Ontario We want to share some key insights from the recent publication on Bill 17, titled Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025. The Key Takeaway from Bill 17: Ontario's Protect Ontario...
Toronto – On Thursday, May 16, 2025, Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy rose in the Legislature and delivered the Ontario 2025 Budget. Due to the economic disruptions caused by Donald Trump and his trade tariffs, the Ontario 2025 Budget focused on the challenges facing workers...
DAWSON CREEK, B.C. – Article in the media discussing Aero Future Canada, a GTA Strategies client.Link to the article: https://energeticcity.ca/2024/05/24/canada-drone-company-presents-industrial-technology-for-wildfires-and-emergency-response/...
Toronto – Good afternoon, Prime Minister Carney announces a new gender-balanced cabinet to address economic challenges and U.S. tariff disputes. Cabinet Composition Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a new cabinet at Rideau Hall. The cabinet consists of 28 full members, equally divided between men and women....
Toronto – Dear Community Partner It is with profound sadness that I am writing this email. On behalf of GTA Strategies, I want to extend our condolences to the friends and families of who lost loved ones at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival on the weekend. I...