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President Donald Trump, center, surrounded by House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minn., from left, Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wis., Vice President JD Vance, Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tenn., and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, holds up the GENIUS Act, a bill that regulates stablecoins, a type of cryptocurrency, after he signs the bill in the East Room of the White House, Friday, July 18, 2025, in Washington.

Canadian stablecoins push ahead amid growing regulatory calls

Canadian stablecoin initiatives move forward amid calls for clearer rules and regulation to protect the financial system and domestic...

Canadian stablecoins push ahead amid growing regulatory calls

Signage is seen in the reception of CPP Investments' Toronto offices, on Thursday, September 21, 2023.

Pensions

Young Canadians sue CPP Investments over climate risks

Plaintiffs allege the Canada Pension Plan is exposing their retirement savings to unnecessary risk by underestimating climate change impacts.

Young Canadians sue CPP Investments over climate risks

A child's bucket is full of candy as they go trick-or-treating at Rideau Hall on Halloween in Ottawa on Monday, Oct. 31, 2022.

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More trick, less treat: expect smaller candies at Halloween as prices rise

Cocoa prices remain near record highs, forcing chocolate makers to shrink portions, tweak recipes, and raise prices ahead of...

More trick, less treat: expect smaller candies at Halloween as prices rise

The exterior of the TMX is seen in Toronto, Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023.

ETFs

Covered call ETFs have high yields but come with a trade-off

Covered call ETFs are gaining popularity in Canada, offering higher income for investors—but experts warn of higher fees and...

Covered call ETFs have high yields but come with a trade-off

Crypto

Cryptocurrency exchange Cryptomus fined record $177M by Fintrac

Fintrac says the Vancouver-based exchange failed to report thousands of suspicious and high-risk transactions, marking the largest enforcement action...

Cryptocurrency exchange Cryptomus fined record $177M by Fintrac

Eastern Canada provinces are going through a sticker shock of gas price hikes, with cars lining up at gas stations to get what they can before the price changes take effect. A person fills up at a gas station in Mississauga, Ont., Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024.

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Inflation jumps to 2.4% in September thanks to gas, grocery costs

Canada’s inflation ticked up in September, led by food, rent, and travel, as the Bank of Canada prepares for...

Inflation jumps to 2.4% in September thanks to gas, grocery costs

A cyclist rides past the Bank of Canada in Ottawa, Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025.

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Complacency, competition, and Canada’s productivity crisis

Bank of Canada’s Carolyn Rogers says Canada’s reliance on U.S. trade and lack of competition have weakened productivity—and it’s...

Complacency, competition, and Canada’s productivity crisis

A man walks by the Manulife Centre in Toronto on the day of the Manulife Financial annual general meeting on Thursday, May 3, 2012.

Life Insurance

Term vs. permanent life insurance: How to choose what’s right for you

Experts weigh in on term vs. permanent life insurance, breaking down costs, benefits, and coverage to help you choose...

Term vs. permanent life insurance: How to choose what’s right for you

Prime Minister Mark Carney greets workers at Walters Group Steel fabrication plant in Hamilton, Ont., Wednesday, July 16, 2025.

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BMO report: U.S. tariffs could slow growth or trigger recession in Canada

A BMO report examines the potential economic fallout from U.S. tariffs, including slower growth and sector-specific impacts across Canada.

BMO report: U.S. tariffs could slow growth or trigger recession in Canada