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Canadian seniors may receive a substantial direct deposit of up to $3,247 from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in May 2025.This total combines payments from the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS).These benefits are designed to provide financial support to seniors, especially those with low incomes. May Continue reading

If you had a Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) health insurance policy between February 7, 2008, and October 16, 2020, and filed a claim by the November 2021 deadline, you may now be receiving a direct settlement payment averaging $333 as part of a massive class-action case known as the BCBS settlement. Background: What Led Continue reading

Finding a home in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) under $500,000 in 2025 might feel like chasing a unicorn — but it’s not impossible. With real estate prices surging across Canada over the past decade, the average condo price in places like Mississauga has now soared to nearly $584,000. Yet, a recent Zoocasa report reveals Continue reading

Canadian retirees have reason to celebrate: as of May 2025, the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) benefits have increased, allowing eligible seniors to receive up to $2,233.44 per month combined. This new total — $1,433 from CPP and $800.44 from OAS (for those aged 75 and over) — is part of Continue reading

In a major shakeup for beer lovers and loyal shoppers across Ontario, The Beer Store has officially announced that several of its retail locations will be shutting their doors permanently. The decision comes amid what company officials are calling “marketplace shifts,” marking a major moment for the historic retailer. Here’s everything you need to know Continue reading

With warmer weather arriving, it’s time to prepare for seasonal electricity rate changes in Ontario. For those wondering about the cheaper times to use electricity in Ontario, May 1 marks the beginning of the summer pricing period—and that means a shift in when it’s best to run appliances, charge devices, and manage your home’s energy Continue reading

The Royal Canadian Mint is no stranger to crafting breathtaking collectibles, but its latest release takes opulence to a whole new level. The new Dancing Ammolite: Elements of Nature coin isn’t just currency — it’s a jewel-studded tribute to Canadian natural beauty, wrapped in precious metals and brimming with detail. This isn’t the Mint’s first Continue reading

Investing in Skills for an Uncertain Future Liberal party leader Mark Carney unveiled a major economic proposal on Tuesday, pledging up to $15,000 in retraining benefits for mid-career workers in key sectors of the Canadian economy. The announcement was made at the Nova Bus plant in St-Eustache, Quebec, where Carney spoke directly to the working Continue reading

On March 9, 2025, Mark Joseph Carney made Canadian political history by winning the Liberal Party leadership in a resounding landslide. With no prior elected political experience, the seasoned economist and central banker is set to become Canada’s 24th Prime Minister—an unprecedented shift from finance to the highest office in the land. This article explores Continue reading

Conservative Leader Targets Federal EV Sales Quotas and Promises Free Market Approach to Vehicle Choice. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre announced Thursday that a government under his leadership would repeal the Liberal government’s electric vehicle (EV) sales mandate, which he described as a “punitive tax” on drivers and a threat to free consumer choice. Speaking from Continue reading