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What is the Difference Between Personal Loans and Payday Loans? + MORE Sep 28th
While they may seem like a quick and easy way to access cash, payday loans (or cash advance loans) are high-risk products that have the potential to lead borrowers into a never-ending spiral of debt and interest payments. A payday loan may be the quick fix that provides instant cash with minimal qu.... More »
University of Toronto - Astronomers discover actively forming galaxy that may resemble a young Milky Way - Education News Canada + MORE Jan 13th
University of Toronto - Astronomers discover actively forming galaxy that may resemble a young Milky Way Education News Canada.... More »
Amex Offers: Spend with Amex Travel and receive a statement credit (varies by card) + MORE Nov 30th
This week has already seen a few new Amex Offers come out (which we'll cover in our daily update later today) as is typically seen on Mondays but it's Tuesday and we have even more offers emerge. This one is for purchasing travel via American Express Travel and it appears to have two variation.... More »
New Clue Uncovered for How and Why Cancer Cells Spread - Technology Networks + MORE Dec 6th
New Clue Uncovered for How and Why Cancer Cells Spread Technology NetworksResearchers discover new mechanism that enables cancer cells to move throughout the body News-Medical.NetView Full Coverage on Google News.... More »
Ancient proteins hint at all-female Homo naledi burial site in Rising Star cave system - Phys.org + MORE Jun 24th
Ancient proteins hint at all-female Homo naledi burial site in Rising Star cave system Phys.orgFossils of archaic human Homo naledi found in a cave are the same sex. Scientists want to learn why CNN'A weird result from an already weird hominin': Archaeologists discover all Homo.... More »
1,000 Bonus Aeroplan Miles for AC flights within Canada or between Canada and the U.S. that are booked online between Dec 1-6
– RewardsCanada.ca
If you closely at the Aeroplan Holiday Bonus Miles page we just mentioned on the blog not too long ago you’ll see one offer at the bottom that starts on Tuesday which is worthy of its own post!Gone are the days of online booking bonuses from most airlines since many of us are now used to booking online so when one comes around it makes the news, especially when its from one of our largest programs and from our largest airline! Granted if you are booking a Tango fare you’re out of luck as this offer is for Flex fares or higher.Offer DetailsEarn 1,000 Bonus Aeroplan Miles when you book a flex fare or higher on aircanada.com for Air Canada flights within Canada or between the Canada and the U.S.. Use promo code HOLIDAYS2015 to receive the bonus. Full details Book Dec 1 – 6 for travel Dec 1 – Feb 29, 16- Flight Pass bookings are not eligible for this offer.Reuters CanadaTurkey's Erdogan warns Russia not to 'play with fire'Reuters CanadaISTANBUL/MOSCOW (Reuters) – Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan warned Russia on Friday not to "play with fire", citing reports Turkish businessmen had been detained in Russia, while Moscow said it would suspend visa-free travel with Turkey. Relations …More voices on Paris, Middle EastToronto StarRussia didn't give flight plan of jet downed by Turkey to US, say officialsFirstpostAnti-Isis "Grand Alliance" Derails in Wake of Russian Jet Downing and Quick …Huffington PostThe Guardian -Irish Timesall 16,279 news articles »
It’s Black Friday 2015
– ratesupermarket.ca
This week kicks off the “official” holiday spending season, as mega sales events Black Friday and Cyber Monday beckon the wallets of Canadians north and south of the border. It’s an expensive time for most households – a recent study finds the average Canadian will spend $332 today, despite the fact many of us are already deep into the red.
Are you ready for seasonal spending? Read on for the full story.
The Best Credit Cards to Use on Black Friday
Planning to take part in this year’s shopping frenzy? Spending holidays like Black Friday and Cyber Monday can be a great way to save a few bucks on gifts, electronics and more – but beware the potential pitfalls of door buster deals. The good news – the way you pay can protect your purchases, provide insurance coverage, and even save you some cash. Check out our top credit card picks for Black Friday shopping.
Read Penelope’s Blog | The Best Credit Cards to Use on Black Friday
Pre-Holiday Credit Card Debt Already at 2-Year High
Did you know – the average Canadian plans to spend $1,551 on their holiday shopping, according to a new BMO study? That’s a big chunk of change considering many of us are already in the red; credit bureau TransUnion reports national credit card balances are already at a two-year high – without the impending holiday spend…
Reuters CanadaTurkey's Erdogan warns Russia not to 'play with fire'Reuters CanadaISTANBUL/MOSCOW (Reuters) – Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan warned Russia on Friday not to "play with fire", citing reports Turkish businessmen had been detained in Russia, while Moscow said it would suspend visa-free travel with Turkey. Relations …More voices on Paris, Middle EastToronto StarRussia didn't give flight plan of jet downed by Turkey to US, say officialsFirstpostAnti-Isis "Grand Alliance" Derails in Wake of Russian Jet Downing and Quick …Huffington PostThe Guardian -Irish Timesall 16,279 news articles »
Aeroplan Black Friday/Cyber Monday/Holiday Bonus Mile Deals
– RewardsCanada.ca
Aeroplan has made a nice one-pager of all the Black Friday/Cyber Monday/Holiday Bonus Mile offers!If you look at all the promos most go beyond Black Friday/Cyber Monday for the holidays save for four but still nice to see these offers compiled on one page. Kind of reminds us of our Aeroplan Bonus Miles page which is the largest compilation of its kind (and will be updated with many of these offers early next week!)
