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Arvyn Braich

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You’re not a true ’90s Canadian kid unless you had 8 of these 11 things

April 16, 2026

While most ‘90s kids did things the same way, Canadians did it differently, and here are eleven things that only true ‘90s Canadian kids had.

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14 Canadian traditions the world is adopting

April 14, 2026

A lot of traditions go beyond where they start, and here are fourteen Canadian traditions that the world is adopting. 

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12 Canadian innovations the US gets credit for

April 14, 2026

You’d be surprised at how many ‘American’ things are actually Canadian, and here are twelve Canadian innovations the U.S. has tried to take credit for.

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15 Canadian-made alternatives to US products that are just as good (and better)

April 12, 2026

Despite what some people think, switching away from U.S. brands doesn’t have to involve giving something up, and here are fifteen Canadian alternatives that are just as good, or better.

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12 tax moves Canadians need to make as CRA makes changes and closes loopholes in 2026

April 10, 2026

Canadian tax rules have been slowly changing, and here are some tax moves you might want to make before the CRA closes the loopholes.

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15 countries that offer a better quality of life than Canada (and for cheaper)

April 10, 2026

Canada isn’t cheap, and it’s not always ahead. Find out which countries beat it on both cost and quality of life.

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10 souvenirs you can’t bring to Canada from abroad

April 8, 2026

Most people don’t think twice about souvenirs until they’re standing at the border. Here are ten souvenirs you absolutely can’t bring into Canada.

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15 Canadian foods many people don’t actually like

April 7, 2026

Popularity doesn’t always reflect preference, as several iconic Canadian foods are commonly avoided by many people.

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7 kind gestures many women love in men and 7 annoying ones they hate

April 6, 2026

Understanding which behaviors feel genuine versus annoying can improve communication and strengthen relationships.

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What middle class looks like in Canada vs. America

March 4, 2026

Middle-class life doesn’t look the same. The numbers behind income, debt, housing, and pensions tell a story most people never see.

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