Banking in Canada can be a murky subject – one that we hope to shed some light on with a series of highly informational articles.
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Stock news: Canada’s big banks raise dividends after strong Q2 earnings May 29th
Here’s a round-up of news for Canadian investors this week.
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CIBC
TD Bank
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TD Cash Back Visa Card review Oct 28th
There isn’t much that rings sweeter than cash in your pocket, which is precisely the allure of the cash back credit card. Canada’s Big Five banks (and many smaller ones too) offer a wide range of credit cards that allow you to accumulate cash rewards simply by using them. And to maximize those r.... More »
What Are Blue Chip Stocks and Which Canadian Companies Top the List? Jul 27th
I recently published my list of the Top 100 Canadian Dividend Stocks for 2020. In addition to paying consistent dividends, many of the companies on my list had something else in common. That is, they are considered to be blue chip stocks. But what does the term blue chip really mean, and how can you.... More »
Bank fees: Everything you need to know before switching to a no-fee account Jul 29th
With the recent news that bank fees have increased during the pandemic and challenger banks like Neo Financial promising no fees on accounts, switching banks may be at the forefront of your mind. But having a good understanding of bank fees—what they are, how they’re determined and the kind of s.... More »
The best charities in Canada for 2024: Where to donate to make an impact Nov 13th
Donating to charities this year seems like a squeeze. Canadians face incredibly high expenses these days. It’s an affordability crisis, whether we’re talking housing, groceries or pretty much any other cost of living. The impact is severe.
In March 2024, Canadian food banks had more than 2 mi.... More »
Canada’s biggest bank has cut its five-year fixed-term mortgage rate, a move other banks are likely to try to match in short order.
