Personal Finance
Ten habits that give away someone grew up in a poor household
Growing up with very little often leaves behind lifelong habits that have nothing to do with how much money someone has today.
9 reasons why so many Canadians are making decent money but feeling broke
A combination of skyrocketing housing costs, heavy tax burdens, and everyday inflation means making a historically “good” salary no longer guarantees a comfortable middle-class life in Canada.
The 10 worst advice people give about retirement planning
Planning for retirement is one of the most critical financial decisions you will ever make and there’s plenty of bad advice you need to steer clear of.
10 things I wish I’d learned about money before turning 60
Budgeting and debt management, investing and retirement planning, these lessons have transformed the way I approach and deal with my finances today.
Lifestyle
10 big things that disappear after you retire in Canada. Are you prepared?
Leaving work behind sounds exciting, yet retirement often comes with losses that catch people by surprise.
The 9 essential Canadian books that define our identity
These books have helped shape how Canadians understand their history, culture, and what it means to call Canada home.
10 surprising things Canada actually does way better than Europe
Canada may not always get the spotlight, but it outperforms much of Europe in several unexpected ways.
15 foods, drinks you’ll never see on a British royal menu
You might be surprised by some of the foods and drinks that are generally kept off the British royal menu.
Travel
These are the 15 coldest countries in the world
For millions of people in these countries, icy roads, deep snow, and below-freezing temperatures are part of everyday life.
7 hard truths Torontonians need to hear (from a local who left)
Toronto has a lot going for it, but after leaving the city, I realized there are a few things many locals don’t notice until they’ve lived somewhere else.
10 things about daily life in Germany vs. Canada
From shopping to work and social customs, daily life in Germany and Canada has some interesting differences.
10 ‘boring’ Canadian cities that are actually hidden gems
These Canadian cities don’t always make the top of travel lists, but visitors often discover they’re full of charm, great food, beautiful scenery, and friendly locals.