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
Never put these seven things down the drain
A few everyday items can quietly damage your plumbing, leading to costly repairs that are completely avoidable.
13 things I always buy at Dollarama because they’re affordable and actually high-quality
I’ve learned that not everything at Dollarama is worth buying, but these are the items I keep coming back for because they’re affordable and have never let me down.
10 things Canadians put in their Costco cart every single visit without fail
For many Canadians, a trip to Costco isn’t complete until these tried-and-true favorites make it into the cart.
12 treats Canadian kids love the most
Every childhood has those special treats that bring back happy memories, and we asked Canadian kids to tell us which ones they loved the most.
Travel
11 places in Canada every Canadian needs to visit
Canada’s diverse landscapes are nothing short of spectacular, and these 11 destinations highlight the country’s most unforgettable places to visit.
15 amazing Canadian cities Americans wish they lived in
From stunning scenery to safer streets and a high quality of life, these Canadian cities offer many of the things Americans often say they wish they had more of at home.
10 beautiful Canadian islands most Canadians have never visited
Canada is home to thousands of stunning islands, but many of its most beautiful escapes remain surprisingly unknown even to most Canadians.
13 Canadian towns that make European travel feel completely unnecessary
According to Canadians who have explored both Europe and their own country, these towns offer all the charm of the Old World much closer to home.