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Government Benefit Cheques in Canada April 2025: Full Payment Schedule and Eligibility Guide

On April 23, 2025 By Emily Houston In Blog

April 2025 brings a series of important government benefit payments for Canadians, covering families, seniors, and low- to moderate-income individuals. Whether you’re expecting the Canada Child Benefit, GST/HST Credit, or the final Canada Carbon Rebate, …

Carney Leads in Polls as Canada Enters Final Week of Election Campaign

On April 22, 2025 By Emily Houston In Blog

On April 21, 2025, in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney renewed his calls for voters to give him a solid mandate in the upcoming April 28 election. With polls indicating he …

Meta Begins $90M Payouts in Facebook Lawsuit Over ‘Like’ Button Privacy Issue

On April 21, 2025 By Emily Houston In Blog, Finance

Background: The Lawsuit That Sparked the Payout A years-old class action lawsuit involving Facebook has finally resulted in payouts for certain users in the United States. Originally filed in 2022, the lawsuit accused Facebook—now part …

Confirmed – Regal Cinemas to Pay $2.5 Million in Hidden Ticket Fees Lawsuit: What NY Moviegoers Who Filed a Claim Can Expect

On April 20, 2025 By Emily Houston In Blog

Hidden Fees Come to Light: Regal Cinemas Caught in Class Action Over Deceptive Online Pricing Regal Cinemas has agreed to a $2.5 million class action settlement over claims that it failed to clearly disclose online …

Say Goodbye to Guaranteed Retirement at 67: New U.S. Proposal Pushes Seniors to Work Longer for Smaller Benefits

On April 20, 2025 By Emily Houston In Blog

America’s Retirement Age Under Fire: Is the End of Social Security as We Know It Near? The security of retiring at 67 could soon vanish for millions of Americans. A new wave of proposals from …

$700 OAS Payment Increase in April 2025: Eligibility, Payment Schedule, and What It Means for Canadian Seniors

On April 15, 2025 By Emily Houston In Blog

In a move aimed at strengthening the financial security of senior citizens, the Canadian government has introduced a $700 increase in Old Age Security (OAS) payments as of April 2025. This adjustment is a direct …

Is the $650 + $750 CPP Payment Boost for Canadian Seniors Real in 2025? Here’s What You Need to Know

On April 6, 2025 By Emily Houston In Blog

Rumors of Canada Pension Plan top-up spark interest, but official confirmation is still pending As living costs soar and inflation continues to erode fixed incomes, many Canadian seniors are eagerly seeking additional financial support. One …

Canada CRA Benefits 2025: Complete Monthly Payment Dates, Maximum Amounts, and How to Get Every Dollar You’re Eligible For

On April 6, 2025 By Emily Houston In Blog

As living costs continue to climb in 2025, government support through the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) remains a crucial financial lifeline for millions of Canadians. Whether you’re a parent, low-income worker, senior, or newcomer, knowing …

Tony’s Chocolonely Voluntarily Recalls Chocolate Bars in Canada and U.S. Due to Stones Found in Products

On April 5, 2025 By Emily Houston In Blog

Potential Safety Risk Leads to Voluntary Recall of Tony’s Chocolonely Bars A voluntary food recall has been issued for certain Tony’s Chocolonely chocolate bars sold in Canada and the U.S., after customers reported finding small …

USD to CAD Weekly Forecast Amid 2025 Trade Tensions: Will Tariffs Push the Pair Below Key Support Levels?

On April 5, 2025 By Emily Houston In Blog

New Trade Barriers and Weak Canadian Employment Paint a Complex Outlook for USD/CAD The USD/CAD currency pair faced a turbulent trading week ending April 5, 2025, as global economic uncertainties deepened. From Trump’s sweeping new …