Plan Your Days Off Canada’s Full List of Stat Holidays for 2025
The New Year has just begun, and if you’re already daydreaming about your next long weekend, you’re not alone! Canada’s 2025 calendar offers a variety […]
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Freeze Warning Issued Winter Temperatures Set to Drop Sharply in Two Southern States
An Arctic air mass is set to plunge temperatures across Texas and Louisiana, prompting the National Weather Service (NWS) to issue freeze warnings. Residents in […]
Concerned About the Canadian Dollar? Here Are 7 Budget Friendly Countries for Ontario Travelers
The Canadian dollar (CAD), also known as the loonie, has seen its value decline compared to the U.S. dollar (USD), trading at around 70 cents […]
Canada Child Benefit Increase 2025: Everything Parents Need to Know
The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a vital, tax-free monthly payment designed to support Canadian families with children under 18. Managed by the Canada Revenue […]
Over 40,000 John Deere Lawn Mowers Recalled Across North America
John Deere Issues Recall of Zero Turn Mowers Across North America The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a recall of over 40,000 […]
Canada Agri-Food Pilot to Open 1,010 New Application Slots in 2025
The Canada Agri-Food Pilot program has been a vital pathway for experienced agri-food workers seeking permanent residency in Canada. With new changes announced for 2025, […]
What is the Retirement Sum for 2025? Planning Your Retirement
The Basic Retirement Sum (BRS), Full Retirement Sum (FRS), and Enhanced Retirement Sum (ERS) are key components of the Central Provident Fund (CPF) designed to […]
Ontario Trillium Benefit Payments for January 2025: How Much You Can Expect and When It’s Coming
As January rolls in, Ontarians can look forward to receiving the first Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) payment of the year. If you’re eligible, this payment […]
Canada Halts Applications for Parent and Grandparent Permanent Residency Sponsorships
Canada has announced a temporary pause on accepting new parent and grandparent permanent residency sponsorship applications, as stated in a ministerial directive published in the […]
How Many years of Service do you Need for a HOOPP Pension in Canada?
Retirement planning is one of the most significant decisions of your life, and as a HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan) member, you have the […]