The city of Montreal will now increase pension payments to retired municipal workers by tens of millions of dollars annually due to a court ruling that overturned the previous decision to halt pension indexation nearly ten years ago by the Coderre administration. This judgment invalidates the suspension of pension increases and mandates the city to resume providing indexation for retired employees, resulting in a significant financial burden for Montreal’s budget moving forward. The decision highlights the importance of upholding pension commitments and ensuring financial stability for retired workers in the city.
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Video shows explosion at Brampton home gutted by massive fire
Peel Regional Police officers are investigating a significant house fire in Brampton that started in the garage, with security footage capturing an explosion before the flames erupted. Fire crews responded to the McLaughlin Road and Wainwright Drive area at 3:30 a.m., containing the two-alarm fire without injuries reported. The investigation is ongoing to determine if the fire is suspicious, with heavy smoke in the destroyed home prompting motorists to seek alternate routes. Full Article
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