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Inside the Trillion-Dollar Wellness Industry Oct 11th
As a health-and-wellness-industry reporter for publications like Fast Company and The New York Times, Rina Raphael spent years covering fitness, food and far-out trends. (Crystal healing, anyone?) But by her mid-30s, she realized her obsession with health was making her feel worse, not better. These.... More »
Going on vacation? Here’s how to keep your home safe + MORE Jul 3rd
As summer kicks into high gear, many Canadians are planning to head out of town for a vacation, whether it’s a weekend at the cottage or a month-long tour of Europe. But getting that rest and relaxation can bring a new source of stress.
According to a Leger survey conducted for Allstate Insuran.... More »
How does flood insurance work? + MORE Jul 18th
Flood insurance offers you, as a homeowner or renter, financial protection in the event of damage to your living space due to a flood. It may sound simple enough, but it often gets confused with water damage, and the two are significantly different when it comes to coverage. And since instances of f.... More »
Is a personal injury settlement taxable, and can it impact OAS or GIS benefits? + MORE Aug 19th
Q. I received a small settlement for an Ontario car accident, which my lawyer says is non-taxable, and so noT4A will be issued. If I deposit the funds into a bank account, will this one-time settlement clawback my OAS and GIS benefits?
–J
A. I’m sorry to hear about your accident, J. Hopefully .... More »
“How can I lower my auto insurance bill during COVID-19 lockdown?” + MORE May 3rd
On April 8, 2020, the Insurance Bureau of Canada released the following statement:
To help Canadians cope with the financial impact of COVID-19, the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) member companies are offering substantial consumer relief measures. For consumers whose driving habits have changed si.... More »
Hidden camera reveals how bank employees mislead and upsell on pricey credit card insurance
– cbc.ca
A Marketplace hidden camera investigation is raising questions about how bank employees are selling a pricey and controversial product marketed to help with credit card payments if you lose your job or get sick.
