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 reasons Canadians are smarter shoppers than Americans
Shopping in Canada isn’t always easy, so Canadians have developed habits that help them save money and get better value.
Instantly ruins attraction: 15 reasons a man will never chase a woman
Attraction isn’t just about looks; certain behaviors can quickly make someone lose interest, no matter how strong the initial spark was.
Ten countries with the best healthcare in the world
Good healthcare can make a huge difference, and these ten countries are often ranked among the world’s best.
Older people who can solve these 8 problems have a more youthful mental age
A sharp, adaptable mind can easily mask the passage of time, keeping your internal clock running decades younger than your birth certificate suggests.
Travel
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.
14 Canadian towns with names Americans can’t pronounce
From Indigenous and French names to centuries-old place names, these Canadian towns often leave American visitors taking a second try.