Alberta Government Introduces Legislation to Allow Halal Mortgage Options Debt Guru

Alberta Government Introduces Legislation to Allow Halal Mortgage Options

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By Jack Farrell Paying and receiving interest is prohibited in the Islamic faith under Sharia law, meaning traditional interest-based mortgages are not an option for many Muslims in Canada. A few private lending companies, such as Edmonton-based Canadian Halal Financing Corp., currently offer alternative financing plans that do not include interest payments, but these alternatives … Read more

Alberta and Ottawa discuss homelessness funding with more discussions expected in coming days Debt Guru

Alberta and Ottawa discuss homelessness funding with more discussions expected in coming days

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By Lisa Johnson The phone conversation comes after Housing Minister Sean Fraser said in a statement Tuesday that Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan have not formally responded to an offer of funding. Officials say during the call, Jason Nixon, Alberta’s Minister of Seniors and Community and Social Services, expressed his government’s continued willingness to partner with … Read more