Canada has several major banks and many schedule II banks – but with rates and plans all over the map, it’s difficult to know where to bring your business. Our aim is to help you navigate Canada’s banking options to discover which one suits your needs best.
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Big Banks Respond to Fintech Threat with Lower Bank Fees, Better Offerings + MORE May 31st
Disruptive technology is everywhere these days. From Uber, which has turned the taxi industry on its head, to Car2Go subbing for vehicle ownership and Airbnb replacing the average hotel room, these disruptive innovations are giving traditional businesses a run for their money. Now there’s fintech.... More »
Nominees for the 2016 Best of Finance Awards Nov 8th
RateSupermarket.ca’s annual awards recognizes the best of the best in Canada’s personal finance industry
Here at RateSupermarket.ca, we’re always working to help Canadian consumers decide which credit cards, bank accounts and investment types fit their lifestyle and budget. And e.... More »
Lost wallet? Here’s how to protect yourself from fraud Mar 29th
You’re rushing out the door and you pat that familiar spot to confirm you’ve got your wallet, only to find…nothing. I don’t know about you, but after searching yesterday’s pockets, my mind goes to some dark places. First, the kitchen pantry. Maybe I put the granola bar in my purse and my w.... More »
The best GIC rates in Canada for 2024 + MORE Oct 8th
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Find the best and most up-to-date GIC rates in Canada using the comparison tool below. Plus, use the filters to assess your estimated rate of return based on the size of your balance.
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The best GIC rates in Canada for 2024 Nov 26th
GIC comparison tool
Find the best and most up-to-date GIC rates in Canada using the comparison tool below. Plus, use the filters to assess your estimated rate of return based on the size of your balance.
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MoneySense is an award-winning magazine, helping Canadians navigat.... More »
Travel in Canada Grows Due to Weak Loonie
– ratesupermarket.ca
The low loonie hasn’t stopped Canadians from taking a well-deserved vacation – but we’ll be staying within the border to do so. A recent survey by Expedia finds many travellers are planning holidays on home soil to avoid hefty exchange rates, while others are taking shorter trips or forgoing a trip altogether. This is in addition to another survey from PC Financial which finds 59 per cent of would-be travellers say the weak dollar has impacted their travel plans, and that 63 per cent are considering a “staycation” this year to save money.
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Dealing with Slashed Spending Power
The loonie’s drop means the same holiday you took to the U.S. last year will now cost you about 30 per cent more. Prices may have remained the same in the destination you want to travel to, but you’ll need to spend more to get the same goods and services. According to Expedia, the top destinations booked on on the site between January and December 2015 were Toronto, Vancouver, Las Vegas, Calgary and Montreal…
