Simons steps into Eaton’s shoes as Canadian department store legacy gets a second act
Hudson’s Bay has shuttered stores and Nordstrom has exited the Canadian market. Meanwhile, one family-run brand is moving in. Quebec-based La Maison Simons is set to expand into some of the most coveted department store real estate in the country, reviving a model many had written off. By late 2025, Simons will open a flagship […]
Half of respondents say it would take over $1,000 to sell their most prized collectible — or they wouldn’t sell at all
A recent Money.ca reader poll found that a majority of respondents would need a significant financial incentive — or none would suffice — to sell their most treasured collectible. Turns out almost 3 out of 4 Canadians (72%) said they’d sell their prized collectible for more than $1,000 or wouldn’t sell at all, shen asked, […]
Skip the United States: Discover the wild, wine- and wonder-filled beauty of Canada, instead
As the trade war between the United States and Canada continues to drag on, both Canadians and sympathetic Americans are searching for ways to support Canadian sovereignty — with many opting to vote with their credit cards in hand. Turns out, one of the best ways to support Canada is to buy Canadian. While many […]
Inclusive employers show how hiring people with disabilities pays off
A small café steps from the Beaches boardwalk is stirring up more than coffee. Judy’s Beach Café — a new social enterprise that trains and employs adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities — officially opens Sept. 1, giving local residents not just sandwiches and smoothies, but also a chance to see inclusion in action. The […]
New book explores the highway that drives Canada’s economy and keeps us connected
Canadian pride and economic independence are more important now than ever. Amid rising tariffs and shifting global trade dynamics, Canadian businesses rely heavily on internal infrastructure to stay competitive and connected. At the heart of this is the Trans-Canada Highway, a massive 7,821-kilometre route that links the country from coast to coast. It’s more than […]
Canadians split on interest rates as mortgage market confusion grows: TD survey
A new TD survey shows Canadians remain deeply divided about where mortgage rates are headed, with uncertainty around tariffs and economic pressures adding more layers of confusion and complexity for homebuyers. The survey, conducted by The Harris Poll for TD, highlights how Canadians are navigating one of the most unpredictable mortgage markets in years. While […]
Crushed by student debt? Learn financial literacy (aka: money skills) that can set you free and build the future you deserve
For most young Canadians, the journey to financial literacy begins with pursuing a degree at a college, university, or technical school. This step into launching an #adult life is also when many begin to take on significant debt. To illustrate, during the the 2022–2023 academic year, approximately 532,000 students received $3.1 billion in non-repayable Canada […]
Reducing your credit card debt doesn’t have to be complicated — here’s what you need to know to get on the right track
Ignoring your credit card debt is like letting a ticking time bomb go off — at 19.99% interest, a $3,000 balance can grow to over $6,900 in just five years if only minimum payments are made. According to the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada, making only minimum payments on a typical credit card at 20% […]
Drowning in student costs? Here’s how the right credit card can save you money — and protect your financial future
Picking the right credit card as a Canadian university student is the first step in building good credit and a great way to reap benefits like cashback rewards. To help, here are eight easy tips when choosing a Canadian student credit card. How do student cards differ from other credit cards? Student credit cards are […]
A missing decimal cost a Guelph diner $34K. Here’s how to avoid costly clerical mistakes
A simple typo nearly sank Christos Kyriacou’s summer. Kyriacou, owner of Angel’s Diner in Guelph, Ont., went to pay his internet bill in May. Instead of sending the $341.26 he owed Bell, he missed the decimal point and wired $34,126. “Stupid me didn’t put the decimal,” he told CBC News. “Honest mistake, but a big […]