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The best GIC rates in Canada for 2026

Find the best GIC rates in Canada. Plus, everything you need to know about how they work.

The best GIC rates in Canada for 2026

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Banking

More Canadians are rethinking their bank. Should you?

More Canadians are exploring alternatives to the Big Six. Learn what to compare before switching banks and how to...

More Canadians are rethinking their bank. Should you?

Newcomers to Canada

Canada’s credit system is a minefield for newcomers—but it’s improving

Moving to Canada often means rebuilding your credit history from scratch. One newcomer explains the hidden challenges, and the...

Canada’s credit system is a minefield for newcomers—but it’s improving

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Banking

Best bank accounts for side hustles in Canada 2026

As side hustles become more popular, Canadians are looking for bank accounts that can help them track their income,...

Best bank accounts for side hustles in Canada 2026

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Banking

Generational shift brings competition to Canada’s banks

Canada’s banking sector is undergoing major changes, with open finance, fintechs, and policy reforms creating more competition and choice...

Generational shift brings competition to Canada’s banks

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News

The year in money: notable personal finance changes for 2025

A roundup of the biggest personal finance changes in Canada for 2025—from lower interest rates and tax cuts to...

The year in money: notable personal finance changes for 2025

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Banking

Cut unnecessary costs with one simple change to your banking

Stop overpaying for your chequing account. Discover how Canadians can access low- and no-fee banking, save hundreds each year,...

Cut unnecessary costs with one simple change to your banking

News

What the Laurentian to NBC move might mean for your accounts

Laurentian Bank accounts are transitioning to National Bank. Learn what may change and how to stay on top of...

What the Laurentian to NBC move might mean for your accounts

News

Questrade secures approval to launch Canada’s newest bank

Questbank will expand Questrade into everyday banking, complementing its wealth and investment services while joining other fintechs in challenging...

Questrade secures approval to launch Canada’s newest bank