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
The 13 birds Canadians are most likely to see in their backyard
From colorful blue jays to tiny chickadees, these are the birds Canadians are most likely to spot visiting their backyards, feeders, and neighborhood trees throughout the year.
Tim Hortons used to be Canada’s pride: 5 reasons that’s not the case anymore
For decades, Tim Hortons was one of the strongest symbols of Canadian culture, but over the years, many Canadians have started feeling that it has lost the qualities that once made people proud of it.
13 things that are perfectly normal in Canada but weird everywhere else
Behind Canada’s polite and unassuming reputation lies a collection of bizarre everyday habits and cultural quirks that leave the rest of the world completely baffled.
Test your Canada knowledge with these 15 fascinating facts
From giant beaver dams to the surprising origin of Winnie-the-Pooh, Canada is full of fascinating facts that many people around the world have never heard before.
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.