60% of Canada’s indie cinemas are in the red — here’s what we’ll lose if they disappear
Last week a call went out from Canada’s film industry urging support for independent cinemas and Canadian films. The message highlighted not only cultural concerns but also the financial pressures facing small businesses, strained revenue models and the risk of communities losing vital gathering spaces. Don’t Miss Want to retire with an extra $1.3M? See […]
Toronto bar pitches Blue Jays pride, gets tagged — and served a legal “cease and desist” notice over logo use
Toronto is buzzing as the Blue Jays return to the World Series for the first time in 32 years. Bars across the city are packed with fans, but one downtown landmark watering hole has discovered that even a small show of team pride can have legal consequences. Sneaky Dee’s, a College Street favourite known for […]
From insurance to street-life stardom: A Toronto walker cashes in
Toronto’s Johnathan Hicks — a 44 year old YouTuber known online as Johnny Strides — has turned his daily city walks into a full-time money-maker. Six years ago, what began as a side hustle filming pedestrian tours around the city has now climbed to “well over six figures” in earnings, he told CTV News. Hicks […]
Most Canadians aren’t ready for the $1 trillion wealth transfer
As Canada’s population ages, a massive wealth transfer is looming — one experts say many households aren’t ready for. The Great Wealth Transfer, which predicts a staggering $1-trillion reallocation of wealth, has raised concerns about Canadians’ preparedness for what will happen to their estate once they pass away. This concern is not without merit. According […]
One tech firm says Air Canada owes passengers more than $66 million in compensation for strike-related inconveniences — but Canadian laws could make getting that money difficult
After reaching an impasse in negotiations between the Air Canada component of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), a 72-hour strike notice was given on August 13. Three days later, over 100,000 Air Canada employees walked off the job in protest. Though it has been over a month since the strike concluded, the effects […]
TD survey finds small business owners still turning to costly credit in emergencies
Canadian small business owners say they’re ready for the unexpected — but their financial choices suggest otherwise. A new TD Insurance survey shows that while nearly all entrepreneurs (94%) have business insurance, just over half (52%) would actually rely on it first in case of an emergency. Instead, many report they would first lean on […]
Your Blue Jays World Series tickets could be worth thousands — and trigger a tax bill, too
Imagine this: On October 21, 2025, you scored a pair of World Series tickets — about $500 each — figuring it would be fantastic to watch this iconic Canadian baseball team push for the pennant win. At the time, the purchase seemed justified: You’re a fan even if you don’t bleed blue. But as the […]
Most Canadians lack a financial safety net if illness strikes: RBC
Rising costs and household debt aren’t the only financial risks Canadians face — many remain unprepared for the sudden shocks that could derail their income or health. A new survey from RBC Insurance finds most Canadians would struggle to cope with the financial impact of a major illness — and few have a plan in […]
I’m almost 50 and don’t have enough retirement savings. What should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 6 solid ways you can catch up
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Retirement planning is often seen as a distant concern — until it isn’t. In a recent post on X (formerly known as Twitter) that went viral, a 49-year-old confessed to having $0 savings for retirement and only $900 in their bank […]
Majority of Canadians don’t think they will ever get to retire, according to HOOPP survey
Affordability challenges and economic uncertainty have many Canadians feeling anxious about retirement. A new survey from the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) and Abacus Data shows that rising costs for housing and everyday essentials are reshaping how Canadians think about their financial futures. Two-thirds (66%) of unretired Canadians now expect they will have to […]