‘Those bills look better than the new ones’: Philadelphia 7-Eleven owner loses more than $300 to counterfeit $20 bill scam — now he wants others to know the real threat fake bills pose
Vincent Emmanuel, the owner of a 7-Eleven in South Philadelphia, is sending a warning to business owners in the area: keep an eye out for counterfeit $20 bills. Emmanuel is sounding the alarm after his store recently lost more than $300 due to fake bills, according to 6abc Philadelphia. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
10 best neighbourhoods in Ottawa
Canada’s capital city has a lot going for it. Ottawa is a dynamic, multicultural metropolis that showcases some of the country’s best museums, iconic landmarks, an exciting dining scene and acclaimed cultural events and festivals. Those looking to move to the city will find a bevy of incredible neighborhoods to choose from — each with […]
They risked everything for an affordable home — now they’re broke and homeless. Don’t let the dream of homeownership turn into a nightmare
Wayne and Kathy Paquette thought they’d found the perfect retirement plan: a sleek floating home on the water, no property tax, no snow to shovel, and a fraction of the cost of a traditional house. They paid $265,000 to a man named Joe Nemins from a company called Live on The Bay. No home was […]
Financial MLMs: How to spot the difference between a multi-level marketing scheme and an actual business
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 […]
Winnipeg micro-distillery wins global acclaim with gold medal whiskies
Tucked away in Winnipeg’s storied Exchange District, a small-batch distillery is quietly turning heads on the world stage. With just one barrel of whisky crafted each week, compared to the industrial scale of global giants, Patent 5 Distillery has achieved what many in the craft spirits world only dream of: Striking gold at the San […]
International cruises on the St. Lawrence are making a significant contribution to Quebec’s economy
At any one of Quebec’s nine ports of call, international passengers are able to step out to enjoy what the province has to offer. Turns out, they enjoy a lot of it. According to Quebec-based consultancy Aviseo Conseil, cruise passengers spent an average of $364 a day in 2024. "The cruise industry acts as a […]
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 […]
