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 […]
Two Ontario residents are out a combined $90k after they invested in private investment scams. Here’s how you can spot these enticing opportunities for what they are — theft
In the world of investing, the advice “if it’s too good to be true, it probably isn’t,” is a cardinal rule — one that shouldn’t be broken unless there’s reason to do so. Unfortunately, two Ontario residents lost a combined $90,000 after investing with two private investment companies. And they think their money might be […]
“I lost everything”: Newcomer alleges $500K scam in Yukon immigration nightmare
A second lawsuit has been filed against a Whitehorse immigration consultant, alleging that nearly half a million dollars was lost in what the plaintiff calls a fraudulent immigration scheme linked to the Yukon Business Nominee Program. Franklin Lee, a Hong Kong national seeking permanent residency in Canada, filed a statement of claim earlier this month […]
Costco customers left confused after hundreds of dollars were drained from their gift cards. Here’s how you can avoid gift card draining scams
A gift card can be a perfect gift in a pinch, or an easy way to prepare for a shopping spree at your favorite retailer. However, for dozens of Costco customers that purchased Shop gift cards from the retailer, they might be rethinking their decision. According to CBC News, dozens of Costco customers have reported […]
Cheers to that: Ontario is slashing booze taxes just in time for the August long weekend
Whether you’re sipping gin on the dock, cracking open a craft brew at a backyard BBQ or stocking up on coolers for the long weekend, Ontario has something to cheers to on August 1 that could give both your wallet — and the provincial economy — a boost. How did we get here? A budget […]