Noah Meyer-Delouya, a 25-year-old accountant from Toronto, learned the benefits of trip cancellation insurance first-hand. He and his family purchased cheap tickets to Los Angeles and decided to spend a little extra on trip cancellation insurance for the peace of mind. The policy they chose even included coverage for a full refund if someone contracted …
Retail sales growth in Canada continues to surpass global markets this year, highlighting the resilience of Canadian shoppers despite inflation and recession concerns, according to a new report. The Colliers 2023 Retail Outlook reveals that consumers in Canada are still spending, although retail sales have slightly cooled compared to last year’s spike in prices and …
Sunwing Airlines is being shut down by the WestJet Group, shortly after announcing plans to do the same with its low-cost brand, Swoop. Experts are concerned that this consolidation will lead to higher fares and less competition in the Canadian aviation industry. The blame is being placed on the federal government for approving WestJet’s acquisition …
The recent release of a Parliamentary report suggests that implementing measures to address food inflation, such as removing “best before” labels and standardizing packaging sizes, could help Canadians save money. The report, issued by the Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food, examines the reasons behind the significant increase in grocery prices over the past year. …
Decrease article font size Increase article font size Some TD Bank customers are experiencing delays in receiving direct deposit payments due to a known issue, according to a statement from the bank to Global News. A spokesperson for TD Bank stated on Friday morning, “We are aware of an issue causing delayed direct deposit payments …
Canadians are facing challenges when it comes to saving for retirement, as inflation and higher interest rates are causing many to delay their retirement plans, according to a recent survey conducted by the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). The survey reveals that Canadians of all ages are finding it increasingly difficult to save for …
The White House has announced that Live Nation and Ticketmaster will soon implement all-in pricing on their ticket platforms, as part of a broader effort to eliminate hidden fees. President Joe Biden is hosting a meeting with private companies, including Ticketmaster, SeatGeek, and Airbnb, who have committed to fully disclosing fees upfront. Live Nation will …
An innovative Albertan is taking action to ensure his beloved Tim Hortons walnut crunch donut remains available permanently. Zacary Jeaurond of Calgary has launched a unique campaign centered around his passion for running. After learning that the donut was returning to stores on May 31st after a decade of absence, Jeaurond was disappointed to discover …
Kay and Curtis Ballance celebrated their dream wedding day with homemade pizzas, 15 intimate guests, and a small ceremony in their backyard during -35 C weather. The happy couple tied the knot in February, just seven weeks after the birth of their first daughter. While they initially wanted a courthouse wedding with no guests, they …
As governments throughout Canada work towards constructing more affordable housing, some rental market residents feel forgotten and neglected. These individuals want Premieres to take action during their next meeting. One such resident is Beverly Henry, a retired senior residing in Toronto whose rent has increased by over $400 in only nine years. Rentals.ca reports that …