If you’ve recently stocked up on pantry essentials at Dollarama, it’s worth taking a few minutes to inspect your spice collection. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a nationwide recall affecting a popular garlic powder product sold at Dollarama stores across Canada after it was found to be contaminated with Bacillus cereus, a Continue reading
New Data Breach Settlement Could Pay Eligible Canadians Up to $25,000
Millions of Canadians affected by the 2019 Capital One data breach could soon receive financial compensation under a proposed $35 million class action settlement. If approved by the court, eligible Canadians may be able to claim payments ranging from reimbursement for documented financial losses to compensation for time spent responding to the breach, with some Continue reading
CRA Has More Than $1.8 Billion in Unclaimed Money Waiting for Canadians
Many Canadians could be missing out on money that legally belongs to them without even realizing it. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has revealed that billions of dollars in government-issued payments remain unclaimed because recipients never deposited or cashed their cheques. As of July 2026, more than 10.8 million government cheques remain uncashed, representing a Continue reading
OSAP Loans No Longer Available to Students at Five Career Colleges
Students attending several private career colleges in Ontario are facing a major financial setback after the provincial government removed their eligibility for student assistance loans through the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). The decision affects students at five private career college locations and comes amid a broader government review of post-secondary funding and student financial Continue reading
10 New Ontario Driving Laws Now in Effect for July 2026
Ontario has introduced one of the most significant collections of driving law changes in recent years, with new rules coming into effect in June and July 2026 and additional commercial licensing requirements arriving in 2027. The changes affect millions of Ontario drivers, including everyday motorists, newcomers to the province, commercial vehicle operators, tow truck businesses, Continue reading
Canadian Families Will Receive Increased Government Payouts Next Week
Canadian families who receive the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) are set to see a welcome increase in their monthly payments beginning in July 2026. The federal government has adjusted several income-tested benefits and credits to reflect changes in inflation and the rising cost of living, meaning eligible parents could receive more financial support throughout the Continue reading
RBC Agrees to a $45 Million Settlement in Trailer Fee Class Action
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) has agreed to a proposed $45 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit involving trailer fees paid in connection with certain mutual funds. The agreement, reached with RBC Global Asset Management Inc. and RBC Investor Services Trust, could provide compensation to eligible investors who held RBC or PH&N mutual Continue reading
Bank of Canada Holds Rates in July as Inflation Reaches 3.2%: What It Means for Canadian Investors and Retirees
The Bank of Canada has once again decided to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25%, signaling that policymakers are taking a cautious approach as inflation pressures remain elevated and global economic uncertainty continues. While many Canadians were hoping for signs of lower borrowing costs, the central bank’s latest decision suggests that controlling inflation Continue reading
New Canada LMIA Wage Threshold Increase Effective July 17
Canada has introduced new hourly wage thresholds that will significantly impact employers hiring foreign workers through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has confirmed that updated Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) wage thresholds will take effect on July 17, 2026. The revised wage thresholds determine whether an LMIA application Continue reading
New Scotiabank Settlement of $10.5 Million to Compensate 148,000 Customers
A major class action settlement involving Scotiabank is set to return millions of dollars to eligible banking customers across Canada. The agreement resolves allegations that the bank charged duplicate non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees on certain pre-authorized debit transactions, with a total settlement value of $10.45 million. For thousands of Canadians, the settlement means they could Continue reading