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Recent reports from TELUS Health provide optimistic insights for Canadian pension plans and their beneficiaries. Both the Pension Indices and Performance Universe reports highlight positive investment returns and enhanced stability for the third quarter of 2024. This trend suggests a promising outlook for the financial security of employees and retirees, benefiting the Canadian economy as Continue reading

After the last little ghosts and goblins leave your front door with their haul of candy tonight, we’ll be into the home stretch of the year. This is a great time to revisit your tax planning to ensure nothing gets left to the last minute. Here are some effective year-end strategies for retirees. 1. Split Continue reading

Extraordinary Auction Result TOLEDO, Ohio – An extraordinarily rare dime has been sold for just over $500,000. This elusive coin, struck by the U.S. Mint in San Francisco in 1975, features a depiction of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and is one of only two known to exist without the distinctive “S” mint mark. Inheritance and Continue reading

It’s a common question, especially amid increasing financial pressures. With daily concerns often taking precedence, long-term retirement planning can easily be overlooked. Financial Anxiety Among Canadians A new survey from CPP Investments, conducted for Financial Literacy Month in November, reveals that 61% of Canadians fear running out of money in retirement. This anxiety is even Continue reading

A rare Beatrix Potter 50p coin, which has made headlines for its staggering listing price of £150,000 on eBay in Scotland, is currently available in Suffolk for just under £2. This significant price difference—nearly 80,000 times less—has caught the attention of collectors and enthusiasts alike. Coin Details In the Felixstowe area of Suffolk, one such Continue reading

A key retirement decision for millions of Canadians could be made in a more informed way if the federal government revised its messaging. According to a new report from the National Institute on Ageing (NIA), significant improvements are needed in how individuals learn about claiming Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) benefits. Continue reading

The black market for Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) in Canada has reached unprecedented levels, especially following recent government measures aimed at reducing immigration targets. This surge in demand for LMIA-backed jobs has given rise to a troubling underground market, as revealed by investigative reports from CBC. This article explores the alarming rise of LMIA Continue reading

Update on the Interac Outage Across Canada – November 2, 2024 Earlier today, the Interac network in Canada experienced an extensive outage, leading to significant delays in e-transfers. The disruption, which began in the early hours of November 1, left users unable to complete transactions and sparked a wave of complaints on social media. This Continue reading

As we enter November, Ontario residents can look forward to several financial support programs aimed at helping individuals and families manage daily expenses. These benefits, provided through various federal and provincial programs, cater to seniors, low-income families, single-income households, and others. Here’s a detailed look at the key benefits arriving in Ontario in November 2024, Continue reading

As Ontario grapples with a shortage of family doctors, Dr. Michael Green, the newly appointed dean of NOSM University, has shared his insights on effective strategies to address the issue. Dr. Green, who took the reins as the Vice-Chancellor, Dean, and CEO of the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) on November 1, believes the Continue reading