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Insights from the Gravitational-Wave Transient Catalogue-4.0 - Innovation News Network + MORE Jun 3rd
Insights from the Gravitational-Wave Transient Catalogue-4.0 Innovation News NetworkAstronomers discover a 'lost world' of black hole mergers: 'It's the astronomical equivalent of uncovering an ancient civilization' SpaceGravitational wave astronomy is now a fully mature scienc.... More »
Ontario scientists discover hidden gem on Mars, here’s what it can teach us about the planet’s history - NOW Toronto + MORE Jul 2nd
Ontario scientists discover hidden gem on Mars, here’s what it can teach us about the planet’s history NOW Toronto.... More »
Why we overspend to earn rewards points Jun 21st
Even the most financially disciplined person might catch themselves chasing rewards from a credit card or loyalty rewards program. It’s not just you or a lack of willpower; credit card issuers and retailers design rewards programs to tap into the psychology of spending.
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Toronto gas prices could hit record highs this summer. Here’s how reward programs could save you hundreds a year Jun 8th
We compiled some of the best loyalty programs and credit cards to help maximize savings..... More »
More Canadians are rethinking their bank. Should you? + MORE Jul 23rd
Clinton Begin was growing tired of frequent visits to bank branches and calling into the trading desk to check on various transactions. “There (were) a lot of things that just took too much of my time. I was always phoning, always going to visit them. It was always a big deal,” he recalled.
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Tipping in tough times: How to tip without overspending
– moneysense.ca
With many Canadians facing greater financial constraints, sentiment around tipping culture is shifting. Over the past few years, customers have seen “suggested” tipping amounts rise, and with more people paying on debit and credit machines instead of cash, they are being asked to tip more often. Some say they are feeling annoyed at a time when they might be strapped for cash even before the bill arrives, but experts say there are ways to mitigate the issue.
Tipping pressure is rising—but you still have a choice
“People need to do a bit of soul checking,” said Stacy Yanchuk Oleksy, CEO of Money Mentors. “Just because someone asks for 30% on the machine, it doesn’t mean that’s what it warrants; it doesn’t mean that’s what you have to do. And I think we need to get around the culture of tipping, that it’s become this guilt-laden, ‘If you don’t tip, therefore somehow that says something about you,’” she said. “Sometimes it’s just, you can’t afford it, and that’s OK too…
