Understanding the biggest sales events of the year: Amazon Prime Day vs Black Friday vs Cyber Monday vs Boxing Day
In today’s retail landscape, specific sale events dominate the shopping calendar. In Canada, the biggest sale days are Boxing Day, Black Friday (and its sister Cyber Monday), along with Amazon Prime Day. Each sales event offers unique opportunities to save on everything from electronics to everyday essentials. For savvy shoppers, understanding the differences between each […]
An investor on Reddit used this dividend strategy to build a whopping portfolio of $2.26M — here are the 2 ETFs they used and how you can follow along
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. What’s the key to building a successful portfolio? One Redditor who shared their journey to a $2 million portfolio claims the secret is simple: dividends. What were their core dividend choices, and what alternative strategies can investors use to diversify and […]
Small farm, big demand: New Brunswick Wagyu can’t cross borders
Jessica Frenette, owner of Bird’s Hill Farms in New Brunswick, raises full-blood Japanese Wagyu beef that has food lovers across the Maritimes clamouring to buy. But even with eager customers in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland, she cannot sell her product outside New Brunswick. “We are not able to send them our product […]
Trump says gas prices will drop to $2 ‘pretty soon’ and it will be ‘better than a tax cut’ — but is that realistic?
President Trump made a bold prediction about falling gas prices during his recent tour of Asia, while touting his “drill, baby, drill” slogan. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here’s how […]
Retire early or retire rich? — here are 3 things that can help you do both
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Would you rather retire rich or retire early? Both options sound enticing — retiring early and having more time to enjoy life without the shackles of work, and retiring with a solid amount of savings that can go toward making your […]
White House says SNAP will receive partial funding in November after Trump’s defiant post creates confusion — here’s what’s at stake for Americans
With the ongoing government shutdown entering its 36th day on November 5, 2025, this shutdown is now the longest in U.S. history. The economic pain from this had been accumulating throughout much of October, but the hardship was turned up a notch on November 1, when the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was put on […]
As food prices climb, US families turn to prepared meals for a budget alternative — but are premade options really cheaper than eating out?
As prices for household items continue to rise, consumers are finding new ways to save cash on food — and it could be a boon for grocery stores. According to a new study by the Food Industry Association (FMI), consumers are increasingly buying deli-prepared foods instead of dining out, with the portion of prepared food […]
Las Vegas tourism plunge leaves casino workers ‘on call’ and struggling for shifts — without being laid off. How that 1 move saves CEOs millions
Tourism is no longer booming in Las Vegas — and casino workers are paying the price. With visitor numbers sliding, many employees are going weeks without a single scheduled shift, even though they haven’t been officially laid off. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 […]
McDonald’s bets on McVeggie as fast food chains test appetite for plant-based menus in Canada
McDonald’s Canada is adding a new option to its menu: the McVeggie, a crispy vegetarian sandwich made with breaded patty, lettuce, tomato, pickles and sauce. The chain says it’s responding to growing demand for meat-free choices, particularly among younger Canadians. But the move comes with mixed signals from the broader industry. Other fast-food giants have […]
‘You can’t outearn stupidity’: Dave Ramsey explained why teachers become millionaires so often. Here’s what we can learn from them
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. There is some justice for school teachers, who have the dubious distinction of playing a vital role in society while earning a comparatively low annual income. That justice comes in the form of the millions of dollars that many of them […]