A majority of Canadians are concerned about overtourism
Many Canadians pride themselves on the natural beauty of the country, and a lot of work goes into maintaining that, whether that means being more conscientious of the environment or literally managing the amount of people in any site of natural wonder. It makes sense then that that attitude extends to tourism. A new survey […]
How a man travelled the world in 24-hour trips — and how Canadians can do it too
Kevin Droniak, a 27-year-old content creator, has captivated audiences with his innovative approach to travel, undertaking 24-hour trips to destinations such as Paris, Egypt and Puerto Rico. His philosophy centres on maximizing experiences without the need for extended vacations or hefty budgets. Droniak’s method involves skipping hotel accommodations and focusing on one main activity per […]
62% of Canadians rely on income from contract work, so what happens if this money disappears? Here’s how you can protect your loved ones
The gig economy is a big economy. According to a 2025 survey by Statistics Canada, approximately 28% of Canadians — roughly 8.7 million adults — engage in some form of gig work across the country. In the same Stats Can report it was shown that 62% of gig workers rely on their gig income either […]
Air Canada’s $500M share buyback explained — what investors need to know before June 20
Air Canada (TOR:AC.TO) is buying back up to C$500 million worth of its own stock through a substantial issuer bid, a type of buyback that gives shareholders a chance to sell their shares directly back to the company at a premium. The deadline to participate is June 20, 2025. If you’re a shareholder, you now […]
Wealthsimple bets big on borrowing: Launches credit card, lines of credit
In a significant move to diversify its financial services, Wealthsimple Inc. has unveiled its inaugural credit card and line of credit offerings. This expansion marks a bold step in the company’s strategy to compete directly with Canada’s established banking institutions. The fintech company is also enhancing its existing services by introducing new features to its […]
Barbara Corcoran singled out this US city as the top hotspot she’d choose to open a business. Why the mogul finds it so attractive — and how you, too, can find a budding market
Barbara Corcoran, a successful real estate entrepreneur and one of the personalities behind the popular TV show Shark Tank, has said that if she were to start over again today, she would choose Pittsburgh as the city where she would build a business. In an interview with The School of Hard Knocks posted to YouTube […]
‘All the crypto cowboys are gone’: Kevin O’Leary says the sector is safe now and is backing stablecoins — but experts say it could be ‘sowing seeds of a financial crisis’
Despite financial giants like BlackRock wading into the space, many investors still have trouble taking cryptocurrency seriously. And it’s not just the memes and quirky fans pushing people away. In 2022, about 8% of U.S. adults called cryptocurrency the best long-term investment around. That number has been cut in half ever since the collapse of […]
Nearly half of Canadians are feeling burnt out
The relentless push of hustle culture and the grind mentality dominates social media, but at the end of the day, we’re only human— and an unbalanced work-life dynamic can take a serious toll. A new survey from Robert Half suggests that many Canadians are feeling the strain, with nearly half reporting symptoms of burnout. "In […]
Kristi Noem got her bag, $3,000 stolen by masked thief from a DC restaurant despite Secret Service presence — here’s how the robbery went down and how to prevent a similar hit
You can’t track cash — so if someone takes it, you’re out of luck. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed that on Sunday, April 20, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s purse was stolen. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are […]
‘Beyond the pale’: Atlanta ‘phantom debt collector’ harassed people into paying him debts they didn’t owe — here’s how to protect yourself from being ‘violated’ by shady professionals
Having debt is never fun. And when a representative from a lender calls you asking for the amount you owe, your nerves may get the best of you. But what if you’re being harassed? Worse yet, for a debt you don’t really owe? Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement […]