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The weakening Canadian dollar has broad implications for Canadian consumers, retailers, and businesses, particularly in relation to trade with the U.S. and other countries. Experts in retail, economics, and supply chain logistics weigh in on the potential outcomes of this economic shift. Canadians Face Higher Costs for U.S. Goods Doug Stephens, Founder of Retail Prophet, Continue reading

Ontario is facing a significant challenge in retaining and recruiting teachers, and the impact is being felt directly in classrooms across the province. For Janu Gopalapillai, a Scarborough mother of five, the issue has hit close to home. Her daughter, a Grade 7/8 French immersion student at General Crerar Public School, has been without a Continue reading

Canada Post has officially resumed operations after a month-long strike, bringing relief to millions of Canadians awaiting mail and parcels. The strike, which began on November 15, 2024, left negotiations between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) at a standstill, prompting government intervention. Federal Government Steps In Amid Negotiation Impasse Labour Continue reading

The month-long Canada Post strike is officially set to conclude on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, following an order from the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) mandating postal workers to return to work. The announcement was made by Canada Post on Sunday night, bringing an end to a labor dispute that has disrupted mail services across Continue reading

Last year’s holiday season in Southern Ontario left snow lovers disappointed, with unseasonably warm weather putting a damper on hopes for a white Christmas. However, winter 2024-2025 is shaping up to be colder and snowier overall, giving the region a fighting chance to look like a winter wonderland come December 25. Mixed Long-Range Forecasts for Continue reading

If you’re an avid reader and a frequent Costco shopper, your trips to the warehouse club are about to change. Starting in January 2025, Costco will no longer sell books year-round in most of its stores, which means the beloved Costco book table may become a thing of the past, depending on when you shop. Continue reading

If you’re considering a career change in 2025, there’s good news on the horizon. A significant portion of Canadian companies are planning to hire for new positions in the first half of the new year. Strong Hiring Trends for 2025 According to new data from Robert Half’s State of Canadian Hiring Survey, 46% of companies Continue reading

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has made a bold prediction for Australia’s economic future, forecasting a significant drop in interest rates over the next year. According to their latest outlook, Australia could see the cash rate fall by as much as one percentage point by early 2026, potentially reaching 3.35%. Easing of Continue reading

The Australian government is bracing for a $25 billion hit to its budget bottom line, driven by rising pension payments, childcare subsidies, and critical investments in health and disaster relief. Ahead of the Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO) release on Wednesday, Labor has flagged this massive surge in spending as “unavoidable.” While Finance Minister Continue reading

If you use Stanley travel mugs, it’s time to check your collection. A recall has been issued in Canada and the U.S. for certain Stanley mugs due to burn hazards. Below, we break down the details to help you identify if your mug is affected. Why Were Stanley Mugs Recalled? On Thursday, Health Canada announced Continue reading