Finance

On March 14, 2025, Canada’s political landscape was irrevocably altered when newly sworn-in Prime Minister Mark Carney made a stunning announcement: Immigration Minister Marc Miller was ousted from his position and replaced by Rachel Bendayan, a rising star in the Liberal Party. This dramatic reshuffle, made public on the day of Carney’s inauguration, has sent Continue reading

In a groundbreaking move set to reshape the welfare system, disabled individuals will soon have the right to explore employment opportunities without the fear of losing their benefits, under new plans to be unveiled by the UK Government. Work and Pensions Secretary, Liz Kendall, is preparing to announce the introduction of a “right to try Continue reading

In a shocking turn of events earlier this year, Alberta Health Services (AHS) dismissed its CEO, Athana Mentzelopoulos, citing significant leadership deficiencies, despite her claims that her firing was linked to her investigation into corruption within the healthcare system. The former AHS president has filed a wrongful dismissal lawsuit against both Alberta Health Services and Continue reading

Many individuals claiming disability benefits like Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Adult Disability Payment (ADP), and Disability Living Allowance (DLA) might not be aware of the incredible opportunities available to them. Through the Motability Scheme, eligible disabled individuals can access free driving lessons, making it easier for them to learn to drive and gain independence. What Continue reading

The Scottish Government’s latest statistics highlight that approximately 850,000 individuals in Scotland live with some form of hearing loss. A staggering 70% of these individuals are over 70, meaning about 595,000 people are affected by age-related hearing conditions. This aligns with broader trends in Great Britain, where around 12 million adults experience hearing loss or Continue reading

As Canada enters 2025, many Canadians are navigating financial challenges such as rising inflation, increasing housing costs, and higher grocery prices. Amid these pressures, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) remains a crucial source of financial relief for individuals and families. Through its various benefit programs, the CRA disburses billions of dollars every year, offering support Continue reading

If you’re a parent in Canada, there’s a good chance that a financial boost is coming your way this week. The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payment for March is set to arrive soon, offering extra funds that could help cover everything from daycare expenses to groceries or even that last-minute purchase you didn’t plan for. Continue reading

Prime Minister Mark Carney wasted no time addressing a major point of contention in Canadian politics by eliminating the consumer carbon tax that had been a hot topic for conservatives in recent years. Just hours after being sworn in as Canada’s 31st Prime Minister, Carney signed an order-in-council that officially repealed the tax, effective April Continue reading

Millions of people who claim disability benefits may soon learn how proposed changes to the welfare system will impact their financial support. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is expected to publish a new Green Paper and a public consultation document before Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers the Spring Statement on March 26. However, recent Continue reading

A new online petition has gained significant traction, with over 5,600 signatures, calling on the UK Government to abolish the Basic State Pension and transition all current recipients to the New State Pension. The petition’s creator, Michael Thompson, further proposes increasing the New State Pension to a “substantial percentage of average earnings” to better support Continue reading