How to make health care better in Canada? We asked 5 experts – National
A federal election campaign is underway for Canadians and as they prepare to head to the polls on April 28, health care is top of mind for many. From the state of federal programs like dental and pharmacare to reducing hospital wait times, improving access to family doctors and fighting health misinformation, voters are looking […]
Calgary city council to debate how to improve passengers’ transit experience – Calgary
Calgary city council will debate a list of suggested changes aimed at improving the experience of passengers on Calgary Transit, after the city’s executive committee unanimously endorsed a motion on the matter Tuesday. The motion, from Ward 3 Coun. Jasmine Mian, includes 15 service changes like extending the time a fare is valid from 90 […]
When, where, how to watch 4 Nations Face-Off – NBC Sports Boston
An international hockey rivalry is set for renewal Saturday night at the Bell Centre in Montreal when Team USA skates against Team Canada in the 4 Nations Face-off. The Americans defeated the across-the-border rivals 4-2 in the preliminary round at the 2022 Beijing Olympics before being stunned in the quarterfinals by Slovenia. Sweden also bounced […]
How to follow the Alpine skiing world championships
SAALBACH-HINTERGLEMM, Austria (AP) — The Alpine skiing world championships start on Tuesday and here’s a guide that tells you everything you need to know about the biggest skiing event outside of the Olympics: how to watch, what the schedule is and more. What are the Alpine skiing world championships? Known as the skiing “worlds,” the […]
Bait-and-switch mortgage rates are everywhere – here’s how to cut through the hype
A regular chore for mortgage broker Victor Tran is providing reality checks to people who find great rate deals advertised online. “It happens all the time,” Mr. Tran said. “I would say almost nine out of 10 of my conversations.” Canada’s high-cost housing market forces buyers and owners to find the best possible mortgage rate. […]
How to ‘tariff-hedge’ your European portfolio, according to TS Lombard
As Europe faces the prospect of tariffs on its exports to the United States, TS Lombard has advised investors in the region on how to “tariff-hedge” their portfolios. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump warned ahead of his election win that he would introduce a blanket tariff of up to 20% on all imports . This week […]
Feeling sick? How to choose between visiting an ER, pharmacist or doctor – National
With cold and flu season in full swing, many Canadians may be left wondering if their relentless cough, throbbing headache or high fever calls for a trip to the walk-in clinic — or if it’s time to seek help in the emergency room. With respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19, influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and […]
Taylor Swift is here, along with fall viruses. How to stay ‘safe and sound’
The day has finally arrived for excited Swifties in Canada, as Taylor Swift kicks off her highly-anticipated Toronto concert Thursday evening for her Eras Tour at the Rogers Centre. While the city’s downtown and public transit are set to be flooded with fans eager to catch the superstar, health experts are urging concertgoers to stay […]
‘Big battleground’ of holiday shopping looms. How to trim your expenses – National
‘Tis the season to be flexible and budget-conscious. The weather might be cooling but Canadians still feeling the heat from years of inflation are looking to spread the holiday cheer this year without breaking the bank. Average spending on holiday shopping is expected to increase by 10 per cent to $1,478, according to Deloitte Canada’s […]
Back-to-school shopping stressing you out? How to avoid breaking the bank – National
With the new school year starting in a few weeks, Canadian parents are feeling “stressed out” about shopping for their kids and looking for ways to cut back their spending, recent surveys show. More than a third (34 per cent) of Canadians plan to shop for back-to-school supplies this year, according to a survey done […]