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Statistics Canada reports real GDP up in January 2024 Apr 1st
Canada’s real gross domestic product grew 0.6% in January 2024, helped by the end of public sector strikes in Quebec in November and December, Statistics Canada said Thursday.
What is GDP?
Gross domestic product (GDP) is a statistic economists use to measure the total amount of goods and se.... More »
Accident benefits have you covered—but for what, exactly? + MORE Apr 17th
Accident benefits might be the last thing on your mind when you’re buckling up in a new ride and tuning into your ultimate road-trip playlist, but they’re important to know. Accident benefits coverage is mandatory across Canada, except in Newfoundland and Labrador. Without it, you would be.... More »
Great West Life acquires EverWest in U.S. real estate push Feb 3rd
TORONTO _ Great-West Lifeco’s real estate arm has acquired the business of Colorado-based EverWest Real Estate Partners, marking its first move into the U.S.
The terms of the deal announced today were not disclosed.
The president of GWL Realty Advisors says the acquisition of EverWest provides.... More »
Urbancorp reminds us that our investments are at risk Aug 26th
Want to know why our grandparents hid money in their mattress? Because prior to 1967 any money saved was at risk. If a bank failed, those savings were gone. Wiped out. A big, fat zero. For them, it felt safer to tuck the bills into a hidey-hole and hope for the best.
But the feds realized this wasnâ.... More »
Health & Wellness Programs Feb 28th
The Importance of Health & Wellness Programs
Life insurance is more than just a policy to cover you in times of death. Your insurance carrier wants you to be healthy, happy and productive. This is why most carriers are offering health and wellness programs, aimed at educating and supporting thei.... More »
We help cyclist hit by uninsured driver: Roseman
– thestar.com
A cyclist hit by an uninsured driver tried to get his insurer to cover his $3,000 bike under his car insurance. TD said no until we got involved.Top 5 Dumbest Life Insurance Frauds
– life-insurance-quotes.ca
Since the dawn of life insurance there has been life insurance fraud. People try to fake their own deaths and then split the payout with a family member, relative or friend. Think you’ve heard it all though? Just check out these truly bizarre and incredible stupid attempts at life insurance fraud! (Here is a teaser: if you submit your own death certificate wear gloves).
