Stop sending mail and parcels, Canada Post asks foreign services
Labour dispute causes 30-day backlog as 600 tractor-trailers sit unloaded Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government gave one final push Friday to bring the Canada Post labour dispute to a close, suggesting it will act quickly if rotating strikes continue beyond a Saturday midnight deadline for the latest contract offers from the Crown corporation. Trudeau said […]
Federal fall update expected to offer more support for struggling news industry
OTTAWA — The federal government is expected to lay out fresh plans next week to support Canada’s struggling news industry. The measures, expected in Finance Minister Bill Morneau’s fall economic statement Wednesday, will be designed to help journalism remain viable after years of shrinking advertising revenues. The decline has already shuttered newsrooms, led to job […]
Single Women Have Their Sights on Homeownership. Here’s How to Make It Happen
One benefit of being coupled up is having someone with whom to split the bills, which makes many major financial goals more attainable. It therefore stands to reason that single folks who are forced to go it alone might have a harder time meeting their financial objectives. This especially holds true for women, who are […]
The Surprising Retirement Goal 41% of Americans Have
For many folks, retirement is an opportunity to pursue hobbies, travel, and enjoy spending time with family and friends. But apparently, it’s also the right time to own a second home. In fact, 41% of Americans would like to own a vacation home in retirement, according to data from GOBankingRates. And while that’s a neat […]
3 Ways to Make Your Money Work for You
Chances are, you work hard for your money and would like to make the most of it. Here are a few ways to ensure that the money you acquire is also working for you. 1. Save it You won’t grow a ton of wealth by housing money in a standard savings account, but whatever interest […]
4 Ways to Communicate Better With Your Boss
The relationship you have with your boss can dictate how pleasant your work experience is and how rapidly you advance at your company. As such, it’s worth sinking some time into improving the way you communicate with your manager. Here are a few ways to get started. 1. Understand what information your boss expects you […]