Personal Finance
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.
10 situations where being frugal likely isn’t worth it
While saving money is great, you should know that not all cost-cutting measures result in long-term savings and sometimes, spending a little extra is the smarter move.
Lifestyle
10 signs someone grew up in small-town Canada that city Canadians instantly recognize
Small-town Canadians and big-city Canadians may share a country, but there are certain habits, experiences, and attitudes that instantly reveal who grew up in a town where everybody knew everybody.
11 things Canadians do better than anyone else in the world
Canada isn’t a country that typically likes to boast about itself, but it happen to excel at some day-to-day aspects of life better than just about any other country on Earth.
Beyond Tim Hortons: 11 Canadian products Americans adore
Tim Hortons may get most of the attention, but these Canadian products have quietly won over plenty of Americans who can’t get enough of them.
13 Canadian words that Americans never understand
We asked Canadians which everyday words leave Americans scratching their heads, and these uniquely Canadian expressions were mentioned again and again.
Travel
13 places where being Canadian gets you instant respect
Canadians may joke about their reputation for politeness, but in many parts of the world, being from Canada still earns instant trust, warmth, and respect.
The 10 countries where Canadians live better than in Canada
As housing costs, taxes, and daily expenses continue rising in Canada, more Canadians are discovering that they can enjoy a higher quality of life abroad, sometimes for far less money.
The 9 countries where cooking at home is a waste of money
Many travelers are shocked to discover that in some countries, street food and local restaurants are so affordable that cooking at home can actually cost more in both money and effort.
15 ‘secret’ Canadian attractions that tourists don’t know about
Most tourists in Canada visit the same famous spots, but some of the country’s most unforgettable places are the hidden towns, parks, and landscapes many travelers have never even heard of.