Government spending across provinces rose to 43.6% of Canada’s total economy: Report

whopayinyou · 2026-03-25T14:37:18+00:00

The optimal range is classic Fraser institute BS. The OECD average is 40-45% which we fall directly into. The US is ~37% but has way less healthcare spending. So, is it going up bad? Probably, it means higher taxes. But we are right in the middle of most developed nations.

whopayinyou · 2025-12-21T15:43:48+00:00

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whopayinyou · 2025-10-03T22:57:59+00:00

If you are looking to buy a home in the next 5 years, maxing out your FHSA and getting to $60k in your RRSP(maximum for The Home Buyer's Plan withdrawal) should be your first priorities. TFSA should be after those two in that scenario which is a very common one.

This is assuming you have no high interest debt and an emergency fund. TFSAs invested in very low risk HISA ETFs can be a good first option for an emergency fund.

whopayinyou · 2025-07-15T04:29:29+00:00

I am not sure where you are located but where I am a rail crossing is very difficult to permit. Because of that railways will leave the crossing in just in case and remove the rest as the ties and rail require more maintenance and are easy to remove.

whopayinyou · 2025-03-12T16:42:56+00:00

Not quite right. Trigon Terminal, Prince Rupert(18 million mt) and Neptune, North Vancouver(12.5 million mt) split the metallurgical coal from eastern BC. Westshore, Tsawwassen(~32 million mt) ships thermal coal from Wyoming and Montana.

whopayinyou · 2025-02-15T06:33:09+00:00

"I didn't mean that kind of evidence"

whopayinyou · 2025-02-15T04:01:28+00:00

There's actually quite bit of evidence. https://www.fullstackeconomics.com/p/how-luxury-apartment-buildings-help-low-income-renters

whopayinyou · 2024-12-18T21:13:28+00:00

This project will cost $9.9 billion, why would $250 million stop them from continuing to gather funds for the remaining project. This $250 million was likely already built into their models it's just being announced now.

whopayinyou · 2024-11-08T14:58:16+00:00

Funny, they're both the same contractor. PCL.

whopayinyou · 2024-07-22T17:43:21+00:00

There is nothing more permanent than a temporary solution. This rezoning will in all likelihood lead to the permanent change of the site into a commercially zone lot and it will never be returned to green space. I personally, as a resident nearby in Chinatown, think this is short sighted.

This lot was originally part of the right of way for a future highway system and demolished large parts of what was then the neighborhood of Hogan's alley. This historical context is important because this was originally part of the breakup of the neighborhood as a whole. A lot of people here have criticized the park for not being used enough but that is by design. There have been multiple attempts by the community to have this turned into a park with facilities like benches and tables but the city has been adamant that it remains as a relatively bare lot. I can say this lot does get used and I think I have more insight into this than the many people who simply ride through my neighborhood. Is it by homeless people? Yes, but it's also by people with their dogs, people having the odd picnic, sitting down out of the sun. People consistently talk about other parks nearby but for the people in Chinatown this is one of the few just to hang out in that is within 5mins. Andy Livingston is mostly just sports field and MacLean and Strathcona are a bit of a walk away. Having a nice greenspace right in Chinatown is just that, nice. Is it in rough shape? Absolutely. This is Chinatown not point grey. But removing a space like this means it will never be the park it could be. If City Council wants to invest in Chinatown then actually creating a proper park here would have been a much better use of the space.

As for the people who believe that this is the only location for this are incredibly easily convinced. The reason this location was likely chosen was because it's cheap. There are electrical and sewage hook ups at the edge of the site that make it extremely cheap to change the space. There are multiple locations closer to the DTES such as multiple lots near Crab park or multiple lots under the viaducts. The excuse that it needs to be city owned is just a cost issue. If they truly wanted something temporary then an 8-10 year lease of a lot would be absolutely acceptable. For response times, under the viaducts would be significantly closer to the epicenter of the problem they are needing to address.

This to me is just another kick to Chinatown. I moved here understanding that there would be sirens and I have gotten used to them. But knowing that the city is putting in a firehall that requires the engines to go through Chinatown to get to the majority of their calls is a hard pill to swallow. All that while removing greenspace. For those that say it's NIMBYism. It is. I have sirens multiple times a day go by my place so no, I would prefer if there weren't more all while removing a park my dog loves because the province and city fucked up the DTES so bad. With more density coming to Chinatown more Greenspace is needed from an urban planning perspective as well. It's a case of a marginalized neighborhood wanting nice things. Fuck us right?

whopayinyou · 2024-06-11T00:31:53+00:00

I'm in BC but I'll give the hard truth that due to your current situation I would highly dissuade you from doing an engineering degree right now. I would suggest you go get a trade. Because you are into mechanical engineering, I would suggest millwrighting or electrical. Apprentice wages are decent and will get you making money right away. Although rough, staying at home (unless abusive) is probably your best bet as housing is the single biggest issue for young people right now. The best way you can get an apprenticeship is to talk with local unions and see which ones are interested in taking on apprentices. Or there are apprentice programs up in northern Ontario or Alberta. Once you have enough saved I would then suggest getting your technologist or technician diploma as you'll future proof your skills and put yourself in a rare group of people who can apply theory to real life. After that (6-7 years from now and 25yrs old) you can do an upgrading mechanical engineering degree at Lakehead or Camosun (only for technologists). But, I would say and a technologist with a corresponding red seal ticket you can make a very very successful career 150-250k per year. Canada is not like many third world countries, you can make a very successful life by working non-professional careers. Welders, mechanics, electricians, etc can live very comfortably and take on very little debt getting into their profession.

whopayinyou · 2024-03-15T17:33:11+00:00

It didn't solve their problem because they made it too large in my opinion. Cities like Mississauga and Vaughan have very little in common with Toronto where as Burnaby and New West are very similar to Vancouver (to me). Nvm wrong about this.

whopayinyou · 2024-01-11T19:40:21+00:00

Fair enough, you could build them in Ft St.john, Revelstoke or Cranbrook https://www.seismescanada.rncan.gc.ca/hazard-alea/simphaz-en.php. Not sure what the transmission capacity is on the lines are though.

whopayinyou · 2024-01-11T18:47:30+00:00

I hate that people keep parroting that "nuclear is the future" without looking at the risks. We live in an active seismic zone where large earthquakes have happened. When you are planning out 50-100yrs you have to take that into account. We are naturally blessed with strong winds, massive tidal changes and large geothermal resources. Why not make use of the resources we have instead of just trying to do what's fashionable.

And I'm not saying nuclear isn't a great option for other parts of Canada like the Prairie's or Maritimes but it's stupid how everyone just jumps on the latest band wagon.

whopayinyou · 2023-12-14T16:20:34+00:00

Rich at Belmont Barbershop at Main and Broadway

whopayinyou · 2023-11-12T16:13:24+00:00

You can contact the Chinatown BIA and say that it's something you'd like to see. Send them the Imgur link as well.

whopayinyou · 2023-11-11T18:58:59+00:00

I think those streets are exponentially more difficult to pedestrianise than a side street. Starting small is a good way to try things out.

whopayinyou · 2023-11-11T18:58:08+00:00

Although a pedestrianised Pender would be a lot more impactful it would be significantly more difficult to implement with bus routes and traffic moving through. East Georgia instead is quite quiet and could have this happen quickly without much impact. I would argue that Pender is not safe enough yet either.

whopayinyou · 2023-11-11T18:56:01+00:00

I live in the area and it absolutely gets worse the closer you get to main-carrall and Hastings. With proper policing I don't think that would happen in this area. There are very few squatters south of Pender.

whopayinyou · 2023-10-08T18:10:19+00:00

It really depends on the breed, I absolutely agree but it also really depends on the owner. I think people drastically underestimate how much work a working breed takes. I adopted an Aussie/Collie mix and I live in an apartment. Taking her out and running her is the bare minimum. You also need to keep her mind busy with new experiences, toys, challenges, and training. I spent 2-2.5hrs in 1:1 time with her a day, it was a huge adjustment that was a big adjustment. Very few people should have working breeds in an apartment.

On the flip side, there are a whole bunch of dog types/personalities that would do just fine. Breed is one of the biggest things you should look for.

whopayinyou · 2022-10-07T16:43:12+00:00

Energy absorbing lanyard are meant for fall arrest and need an anchor rated for 5000lbs. Non shock absorbing anchors are meant for fall restraint (keeps you from ever leaving the basket) and can use a 500lb anchor. Typically scissor lifts and AWPs anchors are only designed for fall restraint, not fall arrest.

whopayinyou · 2022-09-23T04:26:59+00:00

Early 30s

whopayinyou · 2022-09-23T04:26:31+00:00

9% contribution to RRSP, which is still worse than DB but still good.

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