If you’ve ever been a Verizon customer, you might be owed money—and you don’t even need to dig through your old bills to claim it. A recent $100 million Verizon class action settlement in 2025 is offering payments to eligible current and former users who were unknowingly charged administrative fees on their monthly bills. Here’s Continue reading
Canadians Set a New Record for Advance Voting in the 2025 Federal Election: What the Surge in Advance Polls Could Mean?
An unprecedented 7.3 million Canadians cast their ballots during advance polls over the long weekend, marking a historic high for early voting, according to preliminary figures released by Elections Canada. This represents a dramatic 25 percent increase compared to the 5.8 million who voted early in the 2021 federal election. Elections Canada thanked voters for Continue reading
May 2025 GIS Payment Check Your Eligibility and Payment Amount
The Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) remains one of the most important financial assistance programs available to low-income seniors in Canada. With the rising cost of living in 2025, it’s more important than ever to understand the latest updates — especially regarding eligibility, payment amounts, key dates, and application steps for the GIS benefit. Let’s walk Continue reading
New CPP and OAS Combined $1433+800.44 Payments Coming May, 29 2025 – Check If You’re Eligible and When You’ll Get Paid
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
Say Goodbye to Your Local Beer Store: Toronto Closures Coming June 2025 Amid Market Changes
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
Cheaper Times to Use Electricity in Ontario Are Changing: New Summer Rates Start May 1, 2025
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
Canada FPT Payment 2025: Full Guide to Dates, Eligibility, and Provincial Benefits for Canadians
If you’ve ever checked your bank account and noticed a mysterious deposit labeled “Canada FPT Payment“, you’re not alone. Many Canadians wonder what this transaction is and where the money is coming from. In 2025, the Canada FPT Payment continues to be a key financial support tool from both the federal and provincial governments, helping Continue reading
Mark Carney Unveils $1,576 Monthly Support for Seniors Starting April 2025
A recent wave of excitement is sweeping across Canadian seniors following speculation that a new $1,576 monthly payment may be introduced under the Old Age Security (OAS) program starting in April 2025. The announcement, allegedly linked to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, suggests a temporary increase that could offer significant financial relief. But is this Continue reading
Canada just revealed a flashy new high-end coin
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
Carney Pledges Up to $15,000 in Retraining Support for Workers in Key Industries
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