Say Goodbye to Child Tax Credit Phone Verification—New Rules Require Online or In-Person ID Checks April 8, 2025April 8, 2025Sophie Wilson April marks more than just the beginning of spring and tax season—this year, it also brings a significant change for families planning to claim the Child Tax Credit (CTC). The Social Security Administration (SSA) has implemented a key policy shift affecting how taxpayers verify their identity when applying for this critical credit. If you’re a Continue reading
Weekend Lottery Win Makes Lotto 6/49 Player a Multimillionaire April 8, 2025April 8, 2025Kathy Hilton In a stunning twist of fate, a simple $3 Lotto 6/49 ticket has turned into a life-changing jackpot for a lucky Canadian. This incredible win comes amid a weekend of major lottery draws, where millions of dollars were up for grabs in both the Lotto Max and Lotto 6/49 draws. On Friday, April 4, the Continue reading
Updated Canada Unemployment Rates for LMIAs Effective April 4 April 8, 2025April 8, 2025Kathy Hilton On April 4, 2025, Canada introduced a game-changing update to its Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) rules. This change, which will last until July 10, 2025, prohibits the processing of low-wage LMIA applications in certain Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs) where unemployment rates hit 6% or higher. Whether you’re an employer using the Temporary Foreign Worker Continue reading
Over $1 Billion in Unclaimed Tax Refunds Set to Expire Could You Be Missing Out? April 8, 2025April 8, 2025Kathy Hilton If you didn’t file a tax return for the 2021 year, there’s a chance you could be one of the 1.1 million taxpayers still eligible for a refund— and it could be more than you think. However, you must act fast: after April 15, 2025, these unclaimed refunds will be forever lost to the U.S. Continue reading
CRA May Distribute $2 Billion in Tax Refunds to Post-Secondary Students This Year April 8, 2025April 8, 2025Kathy Hilton Filing taxes might not be the most exciting task, but for Canadian post-secondary students, it could mean unlocking valuable credits and refunds that can add up to significant savings. In fact, 2025 could see up to $2 billion in tax refunds going back into the pockets of nearly two million students across the country. Here’s Continue reading
Say Goodbye Wells Fargo to Automatically Close Inactive Accounts by End of April April 8, 2025April 8, 2025Kathy Hilton Starting in April 2025, Wells Fargo will begin shutting down dormant checking and savings accounts that haven’t seen activity for over 16 consecutive months. This move is part of the bank’s strategy to cut operating costs and streamline its services. If your account has been snoozing for a while, it might be time to wake Continue reading
Dollar Tree to Exit US Market, Selling All Stores Due to Underwhelming Performance April 8, 2025April 8, 2025Kathy Hilton Dollar Tree Cuts Ties with Family Dollar: A Billion-Dollar Blunder In a move that underscores one of retail’s most costly missteps, Dollar Tree has decided to sell Family Dollar for a mere $1 billion—a far cry from the $9 billion it splurged on the chain back in 2015. This decision marks the end of a Continue reading
Ontario G1 Practice Test 2025 (200 questions): Free Online Essential 5 Practice Test April 8, 2025April 8, 2025Sophie Wilson Ready to start your journey toward becoming a fully licensed driver in Ontario? The Ontario G1 Practice Test 2025 is your perfect starting point. With a collection of 200 expertly crafted questions, these practice tests cover everything you need to know—from road signs and traffic laws to safe driving habits. You’ll have access to 5 Continue reading
Ontario Trillium Benefit Payments Scheduled for April 10 April 7, 2025April 7, 2025Kathy Hilton Get ready to boost your finances! The next Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) payment is scheduled for April 10, 2025, bringing much-needed relief to thousands of Ontario residents. With a recent increase in 2024, this vital program is designed to support low- and moderate-income households, helping them cope with rising energy bills, property taxes, and sales Continue reading
Elon Musk’s Federal Workforce Layoffs 6,000 Jobs Lost, Triggering a Major Crisis and Disrupting Essential U.S. Agencies and Services April 7, 2025April 7, 2025Kathy Hilton It’s a universal truth: people love to complain about government spending. This sentiment transcends borders, languages, and cultures. It’s almost a national pastime. Governments are often portrayed as bloated, inefficient, and wasteful—a narrative that holds some truth. But now, a new force in government reform is raising eyebrows: Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Continue reading
