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A new regulation recently rolled out in Quebec is reshaping the way restaurant tips are calculated and presented — and experts in Toronto say Ontario should take notes. This shift could have ripple effects across Canada, where tipping culture has increasingly come under fire from frustrated consumers. What Changed in Quebec? As of last week, Continue reading

Canada is modernizing its road safety landscape in 2025 with sweeping changes that affect nearly every type of road user. From AI-powered enforcement tools to updated e-bike classifications and stricter penalties for impaired and distracted driving, these regulations aim to cut down on accidents and bring Canadian road safety standards in line with the latest Continue reading

Starting May 1, 2025, thousands of workers in Quebec will earn more as the minimum wage rises from $15.75 to $16.10 per hour. This 2.22% increase will impact approximately 217,400 employees, including over 118,000 women—a key demographic in part-time and lower-wage roles. How Much More Will Workers Earn? For full-time employees, the raise means an Continue reading

The Lotto Max draw held on May 09, 2025, was one for the history books, as a single lucky ticket holder matched all seven numbers to claim the record-breaking $80 million jackpot. If you played this week, it’s time to double-check your numbers – you could be a millionaire or walking away with a smaller Continue reading

Fed Holds Steady Amid Stagflation Worries, Triggers Broad USD Rally The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged as expected but signaled a cautious tone amid growing concerns over stagflation—rising inflation coupled with weakening employment. Chair Jerome Powell made clear that the Fed is in no rush to initiate rate cuts, instead opting to monitor the Continue reading

One lucky Lotto 6/49 player is waking up a multi-millionaire after winning the life-changing $60 million Gold Ball jackpot in Wednesday night’s draw — and they didn’t even have to leave the house to do it. According to a news release from the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG), the winning ticket for the jaw-dropping Continue reading

The retail landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation in recent years, with businesses of all sizes struggling to keep up with the fast-evolving habits of consumers. From big box retailers facing inventory shrinkage to small mom-and-pop shops trying to compete with larger corporations, the retail industry is grappling with a host of challenges. But at Continue reading

Hudson’s Bay Is Days Away from Disappearing for Good Hudson’s Bay isn’t just closing stores — it’s closing a 354-year-old chapter in North American history. The iconic brand, founded in 1670, stands as the oldest continuously operating company on the continent. But unless a miracle happens by early May, the remaining six stores could soon Continue reading