Canada Post Strike to End Tuesday as Workers Mandated to Return
The month-long Canada Post strike is officially set to conclude on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, following an order from the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) […]
Articles by Kathy Hilton
“How Rising Inflation Impacts CPP and OAS Benefits: What You Need to Know”
Indexing Canada Pension Plan (CPP) payments to inflation is vital to help Canadians manage rising costs. Read on to explore the relationship between the inflation […]
“CPP, RRSP, TFSA, FHSA, AMT, and OAS Updates: Key Changes Announced by the CRA”
Canada is widely recognized for its balanced economic policies, but like many other countries, it faces challenges such as inflation and slowing GDP growth. In […]
Ontario to Invest $17M to Increase Long-Term Care Home Staffing
Ontario has announced a significant investment of nearly $17 million to train 700 new personal support workers (PSWs) and nurses for long-term care (LTC) employment […]
Lower Rates Fuel Canada’s Housing Market Surge This Fall
Canada’s housing market saw renewed action this fall as temperatures cooled, thanks to a series of interest rate cuts by the Bank of Canada since […]
Chances of a White Christmas in Southern Ontario This Year
Last year’s holiday season in Southern Ontario left snow lovers disappointed, with unseasonably warm weather putting a damper on hopes for a white Christmas. However, […]
Costco Announces Major Store Change for Next Month, Sparking Shopper Frustration
If you’re an avid reader and a frequent Costco shopper, your trips to the warehouse club are about to change. Starting in January 2025, Costco […]
Canadian Mortgage Rates Rise Amid Surge in Government Bond Yields
While the Bank of Canada (BoC) recently cut interest rates, the bond market tells a different story. Government of Canada (GoC) bond yields have reversed […]
Many Canadian Companies Set to Hire for New Roles in 2025
If you’re considering a career change in 2025, there’s good news on the horizon. A significant portion of Canadian companies are planning to hire for […]
Calgary Liquor Stores and Shoppers Prepare for Holiday GST Relief
The Canadian federal government’s GST/HST holiday commenced on December 14, 2024, introducing a two-month exemption from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales […]