Tesla’s electric trucks may be more cost-effective than expected
When Tesla unveiled its Semi electric truck, it made audacious claims about the big rig’s value — namely, that companies would recoup the cost of the vehicle in 2 years thanks to the savings on fuel. As it turns out, that might have been conservative. DHL exec Jim Monkmeyer told Reuters in an interview that […]
Canon mirrorless M-series finally goes 4K with mid-level EOS M50
Alongside the Rebel T7 DSLR and 470EX-AI flash, Canon introduced a new mid-level mirrorless camera on February 25. Called the EOS M50, it inherits much of the tech from the similar-looking, but higher-end, EOS M5. But it also adds one feature that has been notably lacking from Canon’s mirrorless cameras until now: 4K video. At […]
‘I’ve got the sun above me’: How to power your home with renewable energy
Financial savings, carbon footprint reduction are just some of the reasons people install renewable systems For homeowners looking to break free from the grips of Nova Scotia Power and its occasional outages, there are options. To truly cut the cord, a homeowner would have to install an off-grid power system that would use renewable energy […]
Islander turns living room into pop-up art and thrift market
Market featured more than a dozen vendors selling art, jewellery, vintage clothes and books An Island art enthusiast transformed her Charlottetown apartment into a pop-up art market and thrift shop this Sunday to give local vendors a free space to showcase their work. Doing the ‘side hustle’: Islanders tap into their creative sides Danielle Doucette […]
City collaborates with MLSE Foundation to give kids ‘taste’ of hockey
City collaborates with MLSE Foundation to give kids ‘taste’ of hockey Dozens of children were given an opportunity on Saturday to play hockey with the likes of Toronto Maple Leafs alumni Nik Antropov, as the City of Toronto partnered with MLSE Foundation to host a celebration day for the Hockey in the Neighbourhood program. Funded […]
Increased workplace accessibility would result in economic benefit: paralympian Rick Hansen
‘If you’re not accessible, you’re losing that market,’ says Hansen Making workplaces and communities accessible to those with disabilities will have a positive impact on Canada’s economy. That’s the finding of a report released Friday by the Rick Hansen Foundation in partnership with the Conference Board of Canada. B.C. paralympian Rick Hansen said there isn’t […]
5 tips to keep your 2018 savings goals on track
Everyone kick-starts a New Year with a resolution to get a better handle on their finances. Unfortunately, the majority of people find that, one month in, saving money and increasing wealth is more difficult than it first appears. And by the end of February, a large number of people give up on the idea altogether […]
State Farm Shares Travel Tips for Spring Break Trips
Pack up the car, print out the boarding tickets and stash easy-does-it clothes in your suitcase: It’s spring break travel time. But before you lock up and wave goodbye to your home for a week (or even a weekend), brush up on your spring break travel safety prep. Don’t broadcast your plans on social media […]
5 Tips to buying a mattress on a budget
How long have you had your mattress? If it is at least seven years old, then it is probably time to get a new one, especially if you have not been able to sleep comfortably for a while. There are a lot of things to consider when buying a mattress, as there are many types […]
4 Tips That’ll Save Your Retirement
We repeatedly are told to prepare for retirement during our working years. But what if that milestone is quickly approaching and you’re nowhere near ready? If you’re anxious about retiring, you’re not alone, but rather than fear what lies ahead, you can take steps to be prepared financially. Here are a few ways to salvage […]