The wealth gap: Why financial independence is a feminist act
As Women’s History Month comes to an end, we reflect on the movement toward equality. While social and political strides are visible, one of the most persistent hurdles remains invisible: the wealth gap. In Canada, income, savings and investments often don’t add up to equality, and these numbers dictate the autonomy you have over your […]
Only 8% of Canadians used a balance transfer offer last year — here’s what the other 92% are missing
Did you know there is a tool that eliminates interest paid on debt for up to a year? It is not a scam or a loophole. It’s a legitimate strategy — and according to survey data, only about 8% of Canadians used it in the past year (1). At the heart of the strategy is […]
Thinking of downsizing in retirement? Here’s why selling your family home may cost you more than you expect
Downsizing is often pitched as a financial no-brainer. Sell the big house, unlock the equity, move into something smaller, and watch your retirement savings grow. On paper, it sounds like a clean trade — but for a growing number of Canadians approaching their golden years, the numbers don’t add up the way they expect. In […]
Stop letting grocers pick your pocket: The meat scale scam is the latest grocery betrayal
Galen Weston’s brands are allegedly short-changing us, again. This time, it’s not a shadowy backroom deal to inflate the price of your morning toast (aka: the bread-fixing scandal). Now, it’s happening right in front of your eyes at the meat counter. While you’re busy trying to figure out how a pack of chicken breasts is […]
Caleb Hammer’s Financial Audit exposes a couple’s Buy Now Pay Later crisis — a debt trap many Canadians can relate to
There was a moment during a recent episode of Caleb Hammer’s Financial Audit podcast that would make viewers cringe with recognition. Sitting down with Emma and her fiancé Brian to unpack their money woes, Emma admitted the following: “I’m going to be honest with you, I don’t look at the account unless it bounces (1).” […]
The high cost of digital distraction: Why a Hamilton typewriter shop is selling intentionality
If you spend your workday toggling between thirty open tabs, dodging Slack notifications and letting autocorrect finish your sentences, you aren’t alone. Many Canadians are feeling a specific kind of digital burnout. In an era where artificial intelligence can draft a memo in seconds, the act of writing has started to feel a bit hollow. […]
What happens to your pets when you die — and why fewer than 1 in 5 Canadians have a plan?
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. As a single woman with no children, I had never really given much thought to estate planning. I’m close to my brother and sister and just assumed they’d amicably […]
Boomers may be Canada’s wealthiest generation ever — but Gen X, millennials and Gen Z may still have a chance to catch up
Canada is in the middle of a generational wealth story that’s reshaping how families think about money, retirement and the future. Baby boomers have long held the largest share of this country’s financial assets, and the numbers back it up. According to Statistics Canada’s most recent data, Canadian household wealth reached a collective high of […]
Canada’s pet economy is booming while your budget breaks — here’s how to afford pet ownership without financial regret
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links It’s no secret that pets are important to Canadians. Research confirms they bring real benefits for your physical, mental and social well-being. But something bigger is happening now — […]
Are you paying more tax than the ultra-wealthy? These 3 strategies can help close the gap
Have you ever wondered how the ultra wealthy are able to evade taxes legally and keep more of their money? This is question particularly apropos during tax season, when many Canadians may be looking for ways to lower their bill — or even get some money back. A recent analysis identifies three key strategies the […]