Finance

As April draws near, Quebec residents can look forward to another round of government payments designed to provide some financial relief for various aspects of daily life. Whether you’re managing household expenses, saving for a special occasion, or looking for some extra cushion in your budget, these payments from both provincial and federal programs are Continue reading

In an exciting development for thousands of British Columbians, the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) has begun issuing rebate cheques of $110 to eligible customers, marking the latest effort to give back to ratepayers. The announcement, made on March 26, confirmed that the cheques are being sent to customers who had an active basic Continue reading

In a major development for the cryptocurrency industry, Ripple Labs has reached a settlement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), bringing a four-year legal battle to a close. Ripple has agreed to pay a fine of $50 million, a significant reduction from the original penalty of $125 million that was imposed in one Continue reading

Starting on April 1, hundreds of thousands of Canadians working in federally regulated industries will see an increase in their hourly pay, as the federal minimum wage is set to rise. This wage boost will directly impact employees in sectors such as banking, telecommunications, and transportation, including air, marine, rail, and road services. Currently, the Continue reading

Many Canadians will see more money in their accounts this week as Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) payments are issued on Thursday, March 27. These payments are a crucial part of the Canadian social safety net, helping seniors and retirees maintain financial security. Whether you’re already receiving these payments or are Continue reading

Alaska residents are gearing up to receive their annual stimulus checks, and the clock is ticking—there are only a few days left to claim this year’s Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD), which amounts to $1,702. If you’ve been living in Alaska for at least a year, you could be eligible for this payout, but time is Continue reading

April is just around the corner, and so are a fresh batch of government benefits that will land in Canadians’ bank accounts. Whether you’re budgeting for upcoming summer expenses or managing day-to-day costs, these government payments can offer significant financial relief. In this article, we dive deep into the government payments from the Canada Revenue Continue reading

In 2025, the Canadian government is taking a proactive step to ease the strain of rising living costs by providing an additional Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) credit. This extra financial support is aimed at helping low- and middle-income households cope with the challenges brought about by inflation and increased Continue reading

Starting in April 2025, millions of pensioners across the UK will benefit from a 4.1% increase in their State Pension payments, thanks to the government’s triple lock guarantee. This will raise the full weekly payment for those receiving the new State Pension from £221.20 to £230.25 — a boost of nearly £470 annually. But how Continue reading