What you should know before you choose auto insurance in Canada
You’ve spent days researching and you think you’ve finally found the perfect car for you. You’re ready to drive it off the lot and into freedom. There’s just one slight snag: You can’t drive your dream car anywhere because you don’t have auto insurance. Auto insurance is one of those pesky financial necessities in life. […]
85 million TikTok views say Dave Ramsey’s advice is outdated — young Canadians refuse to sacrifice to get out of debt
Dave Ramsey has fervently preached financial advice to North Americans for decades — but younger generations are now slamming the white-bearded radio host for offering counsel that doesn’t quite account for the current cost-of-living crisis. One frothy example is Ramsey’s repeated attacks on those who spend money to buy their daily cuppa Joe. In a […]
Tesla protests, saving astronauts, xAI, DOGE — Should you invest in Elon Musk?
Elon Musk is one of the most influential entrepreneurs of our time, with ventures spanning from electric vehicles (EV) and space travel, to artificial intelligence (AI). But recently, Musk stepped into politics, and not every investor is happy about it. Recently, a wave of protests, known as the “Tesla Takedown,” have been targeting Tesla dealerships […]
12 belly-busting new Calgary Stampede Midway foods you’ve got to try
When it comes to the Calgary Stampede, it’s not just about rodeo thrills and western spirit. The Midway is where the true flavour fireworks happen. Every year, the food vendors outdo themselves with bold, creative and downright delicious creations, and 2025 is no exception. From July 4 to 13, 2025, prepare your taste buds for […]
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 […]
‘I might never pay it off’: The new reality of retiring with debt in Canada
Retiring with debt was once the exception. Now, it’s edging toward the norm. A recent survey from Royal LePage, conducted by Leger, reveals a sobering trend: Nearly 30% of Canadians planning to retire in the next two years expect to carry mortgage payments into retirement. Even more striking, 47% say they have no plans to […]
McDonald’s has shuttered 6 locations around Chicago’s iconic Loop neighborhood — despite signs of an economic rebound in the area. Why the fast food giant may be pulling back on its presence
Those looking for a quick bite of McDonald’s in the heart of downtown Chicago might have to look elsewhere. Six locations in close proximity within and around the city’s iconic downtown neighborhood — the Loop — have closed, according to CBS News Chicago. Now, there are only four left in the central business district. And […]
Auto theft claims up 442% — and every Canadian driver is paying the price through rising insurance premiums
Auto theft is no longer just a city crime story — it’s a nationwide insurance crisis. Despite efforts to curb auto theft, the impact of stolen vehicles and damage due to auto break-ins is pushing the value of auto theft claims into triple-digits — and the person who ends up paying the cost are everyday […]
Canada could lose $93.8B from Trump’s tariffs — here’s what that means for your job, bills, and local economy
The ever-increasing threat of tariffs from our southern neighbour seems to be the only thing on people’s minds these days. While their implementation has been more on-again, off-again, in the first few months of 2025, their full impact would be financially burdensome for Canadian businesses across all sectors. A new analysis from the Public Policy […]
Amex Cobalt tops Money.ca’s 2025 credit rard rankings amid fierce competition
The American Express Cobalt Card has emerged as the top overall credit card in Canada for 2025, according to a new report released this week by Money.ca. The rankings, which evaluated more than 200 Canadian credit cards across 135 unique criteria, highlight the best-in-class options for consumers in a challenging financial landscape. Money.ca’s Best Credit […]