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In 2025, the Province of British Columbia is setting the maximum allowable rent increase at 3%, tied to inflation. This is a reduction from the 2024 cap of 3.5%, offering further financial relief to renters. “Tying the allowable increase to inflation saves renters hundreds of dollars, compared to the previous government’s policy of inflation plus Continue reading

Canadian families relying on the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) program are set to receive higher payments starting this Friday. These increases are tied to inflation, ensuring families can better manage the rising costs of raising children. Here’s everything you need to know about the enhanced benefits for the 2024-2025 benefit year. New PEI Child Benefit: Continue reading

An Oregon-based pet food company, Northwest Naturals, has issued a voluntary recall following a troubling incident involving one of its products. A domestic cat reportedly died after consuming the company’s “2lb Feline Turkey Recipe” raw frozen pet food, which later tested positive for the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus, commonly known as bird flu. Continue reading

The New Year has just begun, and if you’re already daydreaming about your next long weekend, you’re not alone! Canada’s 2025 calendar offers a variety of statutory and federal holidays to help you make the most of your time off. After the hustle of the holidays, there’s no better way to start the year than Continue reading

An Arctic air mass is set to plunge temperatures across Texas and Louisiana, prompting the National Weather Service (NWS) to issue freeze warnings. Residents in these areas are bracing for sub-freezing conditions as Winter Storm Blair intensifies. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming weather impacts. Why This Matters This winter has seen Continue reading

The Canadian dollar (CAD), also known as the loonie, has seen its value decline compared to the U.S. dollar (USD), trading at around 70 cents USD as of December 31, 2024. While this might seem like a setback for travelers, the good news is that the loonie still stretches far in several popular international destinations. Continue reading

John Deere Issues Recall of Zero Turn Mowers Across North America The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced a recall of over 40,000 John Deere lawn mowers in North America. The recall involves the John Deere ZTrak Zero Turn Mowers equipped with Kawasaki Engines. These mowers are being recalled due to a potential Continue reading

The Canada Agri-Food Pilot program has been a vital pathway for experienced agri-food workers seeking permanent residency in Canada. With new changes announced for 2025, it’s crucial for potential applicants to understand the updated guidelines and act promptly. Key Changes for the Canada Agri-Food Pilot in 2025 The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has Continue reading

The Basic Retirement Sum (BRS), Full Retirement Sum (FRS), and Enhanced Retirement Sum (ERS) are key components of the Central Provident Fund (CPF) designed to help you achieve financial security in retirement. These sums serve as benchmarks for how much you should save to secure your desired monthly payouts after retirement. Will my CPP Cheque Continue reading

As January rolls in, Ontarians can look forward to receiving the first Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) payment of the year. If you’re eligible, this payment could offer a much-needed financial boost to help with costs like property taxes and energy bills. Funded by the Government of Ontario and managed by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Continue reading