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What’s my RRSP contribution limit? Feb 10th

If you’re like many Canadians, you’re hoping you’ve paid enough tax in 2018 and may even be looking forward to a hefty tax refund. You can help ensure that happens by knowing the details of your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), what sets them apart, your cont.... More »
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Your RRSP and TFSA are your best allies in building financial security Aug 16th

If you’re over 18 and working, it’s time to start diverting some money into long-term savings to begin building financial security for your future. Pay the tax now in a TFSA, or pay the tax later in an RRSP. Even better? Contribute to both, Lesley-Anne Scorgie writes.... More »
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Sanctions on Iran could cost US, European companies billions - National Post + MORE May 10th

National PostSanctions on Iran could cost US, European companies billionsNational PostFILE - In this Oct. 11, 2014 file photo, an Iranian worker assembles a Peugeot 206 at the state-run Iran-Khodro automobile manufacturing plant near Tehran, Iran. From brand-new airplanes to oilfields, billions of d.... More »

As Xi Jinping consolidates power in CPC, China's parliament prepares to ward off financial risks - Firstpost + MORE Mar 2nd

FirstpostAs Xi Jinping consolidates power in CPC, China's parliament prepares to ward off financial risksFirstpostBeijing: China's annual parliament gathering kicks off on Monday as an ever-stronger President Xi Jinping presses ahead with efforts to ward off financial risks without undermi.... More »
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Pros & Cons of a Jumbo Reverse Mortgage  Aug 28th

To analyze the pros and cons of a jumbo reverse mortgage, we contrast jumbo with the traditional FHA. Unless you compare, you won’t be able to say why and how something is good or problematic. Same way, whenever we think for jumbo, we try to understand the advantages and the drawbacks. This is par.... More »
Abe victory boosts U.S. stocks, dollar

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Toronto StarCatalan parliament to hold key session, discuss response to Spain's plan to take controlToronto StarCatalan president Carles Puigdemont has asked the parliament to convene a debate and vote on how to respond to the central Spanish government's plan to take direct control of the northeastern region. People gather in front of the Palau Generalitat in …Europe ends slightly up as earnings season distracts investors from Catalonia crisisCNBCUPDATE 1-Catalonia warns of civil disobedience as Madrid readies direct ruleReutersAll Catalans really want is identity and respectThe AustralianLos Angeles Times -MarketPulse (blog) -MarketWatch -Express.co.ukall 138 news articles »

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Bob Rae named Ottawa’s special envoy to MyanmarFormer premier of Ontario Bob Rae. (Photograph by Cole Garside)
OTTAWA – Former Ontario premier Bob Rae has been named a special envoy to Myanmar.
He will be advising Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the southeast Asian country.
Nearly 600,000 Rohingya Muslims have fled Myanmar’s Rakhine state since late August to escape persecution that the United Nations has called ethnic cleansing.
Rae’s appointment was announced this morning by the prime minister.
The appointment comes as UN humanitarian officials, high-level government envoys and advocacy groups hold a one-day conference aimed at drumming up funds to help refugees in Bangladesh.
OPINION: Myanmar proves ‘Buddhist’ doesn’t necessarily mean ‘peaceful’
In addition to Rae’s appointment, the federal Liberals announced Canada will provide an additional $12 million in humanitarian assistance, bringing the total of Canada’s financial commitment to $25 million so far…

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A U.S. investment firm is calling for the removal of the current board of directors at Hudson’s Bay Co., and taking particular aim at its executive chairman.

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Cannabis company with U.S. investments says it is pleased TSX is ‘open to continuing a dialogue’

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