Drivers and homeowners are facing higher fuel costs this morning after the Public Utilities Board approved new price increases. Gasoline, diesel, furnace oil and stove oil have all gone up, making it more expensive to fill vehicles and heat homes. Gas Prices Increase by 4.7 Cents Per Litre The Public Utilities Board has raised the … Read more
Toronto residents and visitors will have many ways to celebrate Canada Day on Wednesday, July 1, with fireworks, family activities, outdoor events and indoor attractions available across the city. However, the celebrations come as Toronto faces intense heat. Environment Canada has issued an orange-level heat warning, with temperatures expected to reach 35 C and feel closer to 45 C with … Read more
À l’approche du 1er juillet, Toronto se prépare à souligner la Fête du Canada avec des feux d’artifice, des festivals, des activités culturelles et des rassemblements communautaires dans plusieurs secteurs de la ville. Mais comme pour tout jour férié, plusieurs horaires seront modifiés dans la métropole. Que vous souhaitiez faire une sortie de dernière minute, aller magasiner, visiter … Read more
Five people were safely rescued near Saturna Island on Monday after their boat struck a reef and overturned. The incident happened near Winter Cove, on the northwest side of the southern Gulf Island, and prompted a response from rescue crews and nearby boaters. Fortunately, everyone on board was wearing a life-jacket, and no injuries were … Read more
Southern Ontario is dealing with intense heat and humidity, but most areas are unlikely to break daily temperature records this week. Even though the region is under an orange heat warning, the bigger concern is not one extremely hot day. Instead, meteorologists are warning that the length of this heat wave could create serious health … Read more
Student loan forgiveness updates are becoming especially important for borrowers in their 30s and 40s, many of whom are balancing loan payments with mortgages, rent, childcare, retirement savings, and rising household costs. This age group often includes people who borrowed for undergraduate degrees, graduate school, professional programs, or career changes. Some have already been repaying … Read more
Balance transfer cards can be a useful option for people struggling with high-interest credit card debt. These cards allow borrowers to move an existing balance from one credit card to another, often with a lower introductory interest rate. For many consumers, the biggest appeal is a promotional 0% APR period. During this time, more of … Read more
Paying off debt can feel overwhelming, especially when several balances are due at the same time. Credit cards, personal loans, medical bills, student loans, and other payments can quickly make a household budget feel stretched. That is why many borrowers turn to a clear payoff plan. Two of the most popular methods are the debt … Read more
Millennials are carrying record credit card debt as rising living costs, high interest rates, and delayed financial milestones continue to put pressure on household budgets. For many adults in this generation, credit cards are no longer being used only for emergencies or occasional purchases. Instead, they have become a regular tool for covering groceries, fuel, … Read more
Health insurance helps cover hospital bills, but it doesn’t always protect your finances when you’re diagnosed with a life-changing disease. That’s where critical illness insurance comes in. It provides a lump-sum payment after you’re diagnosed with a covered illness, giving you financial flexibility during one of the most difficult times in your life. But is it really … Read more