There’s a timely new book out called I Am Not a Robot: My Year Using AI to Do (Almost) Everything, written by Joanna Stern, a longtime personal technology columnist for the Wall Street Journal. Over the course of a year she used artificial intelligence tools for almost every part of daily life—work, parenting, household tasks … Read more

Registered disability savings plans (RDSPs) were introduced in the 2007 federal budget, with the first accounts opened in December 2008. Adoption by financial institutions was gradual, and even today not every institution offers RDSPs. Although most Canadians with RDSPs have focused on making contributions, understanding how withdrawals work is essential for anyone who holds or … Read more

OpenAI recently introduced new banking integrations that allow ChatGPT to connect directly to users’ financial accounts. This capability lets the AI offer tailored insights based on spending patterns, account balances, and recent transactions. OpenAI notes that hundreds of millions of people already consult ChatGPT about money each month, and these new integrations move the technology … Read more

You paid your rent on time and fulfilled your end of the lease, only to discover your landlord fell behind on mortgage payments and the lender has begun a power of sale. Facing the possibility that your home might be sold, it’s natural to feel anxious and unsure about your rights. While outcomes vary by … Read more

Steve Liborio was surprised by a renewed surge in interest for electric vehicle rentals this year, several years after the rental industry’s early push into EVs failed to take off. Liborio doesn’t offer EVs at his Thrifty Car Rental franchise in Burlington, Ont., so he’s relied on his small but dependable fleet of hybrids to … Read more

Living with a disability often means facing significant extra costs. Beyond medical appointments and specialized equipment, there are less obvious expenses: buying prepared meals more frequently, paying for accessible transit, or arranging personal care. These costs add up and can make day-to-day life and long-term planning much harder. Those challenges are especially acute for students … Read more

Canada investing news roundup Here’s a concise weekly update for Canadian investors covering major corporate moves, market events and what they could mean for shareholders and the broader market. Robinhood x WonderFi Apotex IPO plans Cogeco impairment charge Shopify increases share repurchase Featured RRSP Accounts EQ Bank Build your retirement savings with competitive interest, tax-deferred … Read more

Canada continues to welcome skilled immigrants from around the world, but adjusting to life here can present unexpected challenges. Newcomers typically face a long checklist: obtain a Social Insurance Number (SIN), open a bank account, find housing, and start building a Canadian credit file. Each task may seem straightforward on its own, but taken together … Read more

A few weeks ago I found myself looking up the word for “debt” in my first language—not because the word didn’t exist, but because I wanted to understand why the idea of debt still felt foreign to me after living in Canada for seven years. The word was there. I had simply never been taught … Read more

As you slip on your favourite soccer jersey and head to the nearest pub with friends to watch a World Cup match this month, you may also feel tempted to place a wager on your team. Sports betting apps are ubiquitous—advertised on TV, promoted across social media and designed to make betting fast and simple. … Read more