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28
Jul

FP Answers: Is there any advantage to opening a RRIF account before age 71?

There are many reasons for starting early, including tax management, pension tax credit and more.

26
Jul

New report confirms what many suspected: ‘shrinkflation’ is real — and it’s shrunk some products by up to 25%

Researchers found 20% of 60 grocery store products have seen their contents quietly reduced by manufacturers since 2019.

24
Jul

Here’s why your plane ticket is so expensive

It’s time for the federal government to reduce the regulatory burden, increase competition, and lower fees and taxes.

21
Jul

‘Make a day out of it’: How to save money on cross-border shopping

For Richard Khairov, a shopping trip to the U.S. is a short drive — two hours or less — from his home in Richmond Hill, Ont., just north of Toronto.

19
Jul

The world’s richest countries in 2024

The Economist’s annual ranking compares economies in three different ways

17
Jul

Expect the CRA to come knocking if you ‘hire’ your spouse to split income

While spousal employment relationships can be legitimate, the tax agency will expect to see proof.

14
Jul

AI has all the answers. Even the wrong ones

A computer that is capable of seeming so right yet being so wrong is a risky tool to use.

12
Jul

The exponential growth of solar power will change the world

An energy-rich future is within reach

3
Jul

Canada’s population topped 41 million. But is this the rise before the fall?

Canada’s population surpassed 41 million in April, just 10 months after it hit 40 million in June 2023.

30
Jun

Identify — and Develop — Your Natural Strengths

“What is your biggest weakness?” We’ve all been asked this dreaded interview question. You’re probably thinking of your canned response right now: You’re a perfectionist. You focus too much on the details. You have a hard time shutting off after work hours.