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Wireless lobby sues Quebec over law banning access to some online gaming sites + MORE Jul 27th
MONTREAL – A new Quebec Internet law that would ban access to some online gambling sites is unconstitutional, says Canada’s wireless telecom lobby, which filed court papers on Wednesday challenging the legislation.
Rules governing the country’s telecom industry fall strictly under .... More »
Watch: John Oliver forgives $15 million in medical debt + MORE Jun 6th
In last night’s episode of Last Week Tonight, host John Oliver took aim at the debt collection industry in America, slamming it for careless and sometimes unethical practices. He revealed his show (which has previously illuminated unethical financial practices by payday lenders and television pre.... More »
No house? No worries: How to tip the financial scales in your favour if you can’t afford to buy a home Jun 12th
How can you generate wealth without owning four walls and a roof? We asked the experts..... More »
How to use equity to buy a second home + MORE Dec 6th
Whether it’s for a cottage, a vacation home or a rental property, using your home’s equity can be an excellent way to buy that second home you’ve been dreaming of.
“Potential buyers may not have the cash they require to pay for an asset like a second home in part or in full,” says.... More »
I make little to no income. Do I still need to file a tax return? Mar 20th
Experts say it’s always best to file a tax return to build up RRSP contribution room and set up eligibility for certain credits and benefits..... More »
President tells China to get used to slower growth, damping hopes for renewed stimulus
– canadianbusiness.com
BEIJING, China – China’s president has told the country to get used to slower growth, damping expectations of a new stimulus.
President Xi Jinping’s weekend comments come amid weakening trade and manufacturing. Economic growth slowed in the latest quarter to 7.4 per cent after last year’s full-year expansion of 7.7 per cent tied 2012 for the weakest performance since 1999.
“We must boost our confidence, adapt to the new normal condition based on the characteristics of China’s economic growth in the current phase and stay cool-minded,” Xi said, according to the official Xinhua News Agency.
The ruling Communist Party is trying to steer the economy to self-sustaining growth based on domestic consumption instead of trade and investment.
Other leaders have ruled out more stimulus, but unexpectedly weak demand for Chinese exports has forced Beijing to backtrack and launch mini-stimulus efforts last year and in March. Official plans call for annual trade growth of 7…
President Xi Jinping’s weekend comments come amid weakening trade and manufacturing. Economic growth slowed in the latest quarter to 7.4 per cent after last year’s full-year expansion of 7.7 per cent tied 2012 for the weakest performance since 1999.
“We must boost our confidence, adapt to the new normal condition based on the characteristics of China’s economic growth in the current phase and stay cool-minded,” Xi said, according to the official Xinhua News Agency.
The ruling Communist Party is trying to steer the economy to self-sustaining growth based on domestic consumption instead of trade and investment.
Other leaders have ruled out more stimulus, but unexpectedly weak demand for Chinese exports has forced Beijing to backtrack and launch mini-stimulus efforts last year and in March. Official plans call for annual trade growth of 7…
Strong home prices expected amid slowing sales
– theglobeandmail.com
Canadian Real Estate Association to release data Thursday expected to show gains, boosted by tight supply
