Turning the heat up on energy independence: Brokenhead Ojibway Nation’s path to savings and sustainability
Brokenhead Ojibway Nation (BON), located northeast of Winnipeg, is taking a major step toward energy independence and long-term cost savings by installing 100 ground-source heat pumps in community homes. The $8.89 million initiative, launched in partnership with Efficiency Manitoba and Raven Indigenous Outcomes, aims to reduce heating bills, improve home comfort and train local residents […]
Warren Buffett’s Canadian stock pick — and 3 tips that let you invest like a pro
Last year, legendary investor Warren Buffett set his sights on Canadian companies — and captured the attention of investors after securing a sizeable stake in Canadian-based insurance provider, Chubb (NYSE:CB). Known for his strategic value investments, Buffett’s move hints at some promising opportunities within the Canadian market. For Canadian investors, there is one simple but […]
UC Santa Cruz student families are fighting the school, saying they’re being forced to relocate — and pay 30% more in rent
Moving is hard enough, from dealing with the logistics of transporting household items all the way to unpacking. But what if you were essentially forced to move and pay more in rent? It’s a prospect students and their families say they face at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
FL remodeling company takes deposits on dream kitchens that evaporate into thin air — along with cash. How Tampa Bay homeowners are fighting back and what you can do to avoid contractor scams
You saved up for a kitchen reno. You decide to purchase cabinets from a local company with great reviews. You deposit thousands of dollars for the cabinets and installation. Then … crickets. That’s the situation Tampa-area homeowners find themselves in after forking over thousands of dollars to the local company One Stop Kitchen & Bath […]
‘I wasn’t even looking at a real screen’: Florida man conned out of $38K after a message on his laptop claimed a gambling loan had been taken out in his name — here’s how to avoid such scams
John Klingel lost $38,000, and it all started when he saw a pop-up on his computer. He told WPTV 5 in West Palm Beach that because the message appeared to be from a cybersecurity company he normally does business with, he was more apt to believe that it was real. Don’t miss I’m 49 years […]
Canada’s history up for sale: Hudson’s Bay artifacts head to auction as museums struggle and investors move in
As the Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC ) — North America’s oldest retailer — undergoes an historic wind-down, its extensive collection of over 1,700 artworks and 2,700 artifacts is headed for the auction block. This liquidation includes irreplaceable pieces such as the 1670 Royal Charter from King Charles II, a cornerstone document in Canadian history, and […]
Canadians not looking ahead in 2025 with rose-coloured glasses
Many Canadians are looking at their financial well-being in 2025 with at least some level of concern. A new H&R Block survey reveals 64% of Canadians are concerned that 2025 is going to be a challenging year for them financially. "Many Canadians are feeling the pinch of higher costs-of-living and are looking to manage spending […]
Trump’s tariffs, market chaos and the rise of inverse ETFs: How investors are hedging market downturns
In today’s turbulent economic climate, marked by President Trump’s recent tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, concerns about a potential recession are escalating. As markets react to these developments, investors explore strategies to protect their portfolios. One such strategy involves inverse exchange-traded funds (ETFs). What are inverse ETFs? Inverse ETFs, also known as bear or […]
Too little, too late? U.S. Congress tries to undo tourism damage with Canadian Snowbird Act
A new bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives aims to extend the stay period for eligible Canadian snowbirds, potentially boosting cross-border tourism and local economies. The proposed legislation would affect Canadian citizens aged 50 and older. Known as the Canadian Snowbird Visa Act, the bill would increase the maximum permitted stay from 182 […]
Vancouver’s real estate market is waking up – but not overheating
If you’ve been waiting for a sign that Vancouver’s housing market might finally chill out a bit — this could be it. This spring, Metro Vancouver’s real estate market is showing signs of balance we haven’t seen in a while. According to the Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR), the number of homes hitting the market has […]