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The state of the Canadian used car market: Trends, insurance, and the true cost of ownership

Used car prices remain high in 2026, pushing buyers to put down less and finance more. Here’s how insurance...

The state of the Canadian used car market: Trends, insurance, and the true cost of ownership
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Canadian Crypto Observer

When will the Bitcoin bear market end?

Bitcoin extends losses, down 47% since October 2025. When will the crypto bear market reverse, and what does the...

When will the Bitcoin bear market end?

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How is cryptocurrency taxed in Canada?

Crypto profits aren’t always tax-free. Here’s how the CRA taxes cryptocurrency transactions, mining and staking, and overseas gains.

How is cryptocurrency taxed in Canada?

ETFs

How to spot and avoid illiquid ETFs

Low trading volume does not necessarily mean low liquidity. Here’s what actually determines how easy it is to buy...

How to spot and avoid illiquid ETFs

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Retired Money

Why Vanguard’s ETF aimed at retirees is currently cautious in its asset allocation

Vanguard’s VRIF ETF is tilting toward bonds to provide retirees stable income, balancing caution with a 4% annual payout...

Why Vanguard’s ETF aimed at retirees is currently cautious in its asset allocation
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Stock news for investors: Big gains for Canada’s banks in Q1

Canada’s banking sector sees higher Q1 profits and strong financial performance in the latest earnings reports.

Stock news for investors: Big gains for Canada’s banks in Q1
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Debt

Financial paralysis and how to get moving again

Financial stress can lead to avoidance and inaction. A new report shows how debt is fuelling financial paralysis—and practical...

Financial paralysis and how to get moving again
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Retirement

Helping aging parents understand retirement living options

Explore retirement living options—from aging in place to assisted care—and learn how to start supportive, practical conversations with aging...

Helping aging parents understand retirement living options

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Claiming your spouse and dependants on your tax return

These relationships have very specific meanings for tax purposes. It’s up to you to get them right.

Claiming your spouse and dependants on your tax return

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