Everywhere across Canada, we’ve heard the rallying cry of “elbows up!” in recent weeks as a response to the tariffs imposed by US president Donald Trump. Industries across the country have been calling to buy Canadian, and at least with our food, consumers seem to have taken that message to heart. A new report from…

Between rising interest rates, a shaky stock market and the threat of a trade war with the US, it’s no surprise that financial uncertainty has instilled fear in people in recent years. And unfortunately, this financial uncertainty makes people more vulnerable to falling for get-rich-quick (or “quicker”) schemes in times of need. More specifically, multi-level…

My dog lives like a king. And he’s grown accustomed to this lavish lifestyle. From the time I purchased him from a breeder ($1,000), to expected and unexpected vet bills, grooming costs and an extensive (and impressive) wardrobe, let’s just say that I’m glad that I started budgeting for him well before he came into…

As a cat parent, you know there are certain costs associated with having a feline family member. From regular expenses, such as food, toys and veterinary care, to grooming supplies and litter, the financial commitment is part of responsible pet ownership. However, when it comes to specific cat breeds, some come with a notably higher…

Warren Buffett is rich. According to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Buffet’s net worth is an estimated US$133 billion making him the sixth richest person in the world. Buffett’s net worth ranks below the likes of Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Bernard Arnault, Bill Gates, Steve Ballmer, Larry Ellison and Larry Page; however, it’s the way…

Pets change our lives for the better, and not just because they’re fuzzy, tail wagging bundles of unconditional love. According to the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), pets foster connection and community, encourage mindfulness, focus and healthy habits and support resilience and recovery. But, pet parenthood gets expensive when you factor in food, vaccinations…

Graduation typically brings with it great excitement. And to get to this point, college graduates entering the job market today likely already had to navigate their studies during a pandemic, in addition to managing the costs and usual rigours of their academic preparation. They’ve also likely heard that degrees alone are no longer enough to…

Chapman’s Ice Cream has been a staple in grocers’ freezers for almost a half a century and the Ontario-based creamery has stayed proud of and true to their origins as one of the favourite ice creams of Canadian families. The recent trade war with the US is no exception. In response to US tariffs on…

There’s no time like the present, so the old saying goes. Turns out, for many small businesses in Canada, that saying is taken quite literally this month. A new GoDaddy survey reveals the number of small businesses per 100 people rose, on average, by 11.8% across all Canadian territories and provinces in April 2024. "In…

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 ETFs. What are inverse ETFs? Inverse ETFs, also known as bear or short ETFs,…