The Canada benefit payment increase 2025 is officially on the way—and it’s bringing higher monthly and quarterly payouts for millions of Canadians starting July 2025. From inflation-indexed adjustments to the GST/HST Credit, Canada Child Benefit (CCB), and Old Age Security (OAS) to new supports like the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB), the summer boost is set Continue reading
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Major Changes Coming to PC Optimum Rewards Program Nationwide
PC Optimum Partners with DoorDash: Canadians Can Now Earn Bonus Points on Food and Grocery Deliveries A new update to the PC Optimum rewards program has officially launched, allowing Canadians to earn points on eligible DoorDash orders, including from restaurants and popular Loblaw-affiliated grocery chains. Loblaw Companies Ltd. confirmed the change in a news release Continue reading
Ontario School Bus Driver Removed After Wearing Pink Skirt Sparks Controversy at Elementary School
In a case that has sparked wide public debate, an Ontario school bus driver has been removed from an elementary school route after a viral video showed him wearing a pink skirt, blouse, and pink shoes while transporting young students. The incident occurred at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Elementary School in Woodbridge, under the Continue reading
New Ontario OINP Immigration Portal Launching in July 2025
On July 2, 2025, Ontario is set to launch a new Employer Portal under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). This portal marks a dramatic change in how immigration applications are handled, shifting from an applicant-led to an employer-driven model for the Employer Job Offer streams. The goal? Simplify the hiring of international talent and Continue reading
Canada Extends Pilot Program to Help Skilled Refugees Gain Permanent Residency
The Canadian government has extended its Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) program until December 31, 2025, giving more skilled refugees and displaced individuals a chance to become permanent residents through an economic immigration route. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) confirmed that this pilot helps address urgent labour gaps by recognizing the social and Continue reading
Scotiabank Canadian Dollar Hits New Recovery Peak
Canadian Dollar Hits Highest Levels Since October The Canadian Dollar (CAD) is continuing its upward momentum, reaching new multi-month highs not seen since early October. According to Shaun Osborne, Chief FX Strategist at Scotiabank, the Canadian currency’s strength is firmly grounded in shifting economic fundamentals and market expectations. A Shift in Central Bank Policy Is Continue reading
New Perk Added for Costco Executive Members in Canada
Costco Canada has introduced a compelling new benefit that could help undecided shoppers finally commit to an Executive Membership. Beginning June 30, Executive Members will receive a $10 monthly credit when placing online orders through Sameday.costco.ca or Instacart. This announcement came via a press release on June 11, as part of Costco’s initiative to offer Continue reading
Recall Alert: Over 82,000 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Recalled
More than 82,000 Harley-Davidson Softail motorcycles are being urgently recalled in 2024 due to a critical rear shock absorber defect that could cause tire damage and increase the risk of a crash, according to a safety notice issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on June 12, 2024. The defect involves a faulty Continue reading
USD/CAD Forecast Will Canadian Dollar Bulls Trigger a Reversal?
The Canadian Dollar gained ground early this morning after a softer U.S. CPI print sparked broad USD weakness. One of the immediate reactions was a dip in USD/CAD, which pushed to a fresh short-term lower-low, reinforcing the downtrend that has dominated since early 2025. But while the short-term trend remains pointed lower, there are signs Continue reading
CEC Draw Canada 2025: IRCC Issues 3,000 ITAs in Latest Express Entry Round
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues to ramp up its invitations under the Express Entry system, with the latest CEC draw Canada 2025 offering fresh opportunities for thousands of skilled workers already in the country. On June 12, 2025, IRCC issued 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a targeted CEC draw Canada 2025 focused Continue reading