Canada’s inflation rate rose to 2.8 per cent in April as higher oil prices linked to the war in Iran pushed fuel costs up, according […]
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Fuel Prices Rise Once More as Market Volatility Persists
Diesel and heating fuel prices jumped today after the Public Utilities Board made an unexpected price change. Prices rose by about 10 cents for diesel […]
Canadians to receive new government grocery rebate soon
Eligible Canadians will soon see a new grocery rebate from the federal government. In January, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a top-up to the GST […]
Economists predict annual inflation rose to 2.3 per cent in November.
Economists expect Canada’s annual inflation rate to rise slightly in November. A Reuters survey of economists suggests inflation will reach 2.3 per cent for the […]
Ontario to Raise Minimum Wage Starting October 2025
Ontario Minimum Wage to Increase in October 2025 Starting October 1, 2025, workers in Ontario will see a pay raise as the province increases its […]
Dollarama’s Second Quarter Sales Surge: More Canadians Turning to Discount Stores Amid Rising Costs
Discount retailer Dollarama has reported a surge in both profit and sales for the second quarter, reflecting a growing trend of Canadians turning to discount […]
Thunder Bay Markets Itself as Canada’s Most Affordable City: Will This Attract New Workers?
As Canadian urbanites seek more affordable housing, Thunder Bay officials are promoting their northwestern Ontario community as one of the last cities in Canada with […]