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Liquor Tax In Canada By Province (2026)
manage-moneyAugust 26, 2023

Liquor Tax In Canada By Province (2026)

If you grew up in Canada, then you’re probably used to the hefty liquor taxes imposed by most provinces. In some areas, such as Nunavut, it’s not uncommon for a

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Provincial Payment In Canada: What Is It? (2026)
manage-moneyAugust 26, 2023

Provincial Payment In Canada: What Is It? (2026)

If you just checked your bank account only to find an unexpected ‘provincial payment’ listed on your statement with a cash deposit, you’ll probably welcome the

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
SIN Name Change: Adjust Your Social Insurance Number (2026)
manage-moneyAugust 26, 2023

SIN Name Change: Adjust Your Social Insurance Number (2026)

Every Canadian citizen and permanent resident has been issued a Social Insurance Number (SIN) since 1964. This unique nine-digit number is required to work in C

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Average Cost Of Living In Ontario (2026): How Much Do You Need?
manage-moneyAugust 25, 2023

Average Cost Of Living In Ontario (2026): How Much Do You Need?

Ontario is Canada’s most populated province and is home to Canada’s most expensive city - Toronto. Currently, the province is home to over 14.5 million resident

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
CPC Or SCP Charge On Your Credit Card: What It Means (2026)
manage-moneyAugust 25, 2023

CPC Or SCP Charge On Your Credit Card: What It Means (2026)

Have you received a CPC or SCP charge on your credit card, and you aren't sure what it means? Canada Post serves more than 16.7 million addresses five days a we

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
How To Retire In Canada With No Money: 4 Income Sources (2026)
retireAugust 25, 2023

How To Retire In Canada With No Money: 4 Income Sources (2026)

If you’re like most people, you've been looking forward to retirement throughout most of your career. However, I also know that many Canadians don't end up savi

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Manitoba EIA Payment Dates 2026: Employment and Income Assistance Update
manage-moneyAugust 25, 2023

Manitoba EIA Payment Dates 2026: Employment and Income Assistance Update

Manitoba’s Employment and Income Assistance (EIA) program provides monthly financial aid and support to eligible lower-income individuals and families in Manito

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
OTB Notice 2026: Ontario Trillium Benefit Explained
manage-moneyAugust 25, 2023

OTB Notice 2026: Ontario Trillium Benefit Explained

The Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) is a monthly benefit payment issued to eligible lower-income families and taxpayers living in Ontario. If you’ve recently app

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
3 Best Ways to Send Money from Canada to Cuba in 2026
manage-moneyAugust 25, 2023

3 Best Ways to Send Money from Canada to Cuba in 2026

Often, Cuban family members rely on money sent to them from their relatives around the world. But these days, it’s so much harder to transfer funds into the cou

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
How Many Hours Can You Work While On EI In Canada? (2026)
manage-moneyAugust 24, 2023

How Many Hours Can You Work While On EI In Canada? (2026)

Employment Insurance provides financial assistance to Canadians who suddenly find themselves out of work. If you’re an EI recipient who’s recently found employm

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Canadian Government Grants For Home Improvement (2026)
manage-moneyAugust 23, 2023

Canadian Government Grants For Home Improvement (2026)

As Canadians, we all know how expensive it can be to heat our homes throughout the winter. Luckily, there are ways for us to decrease our utility bills through

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
18 Free Birthday Stuff in Toronto to Claim 2026
moneyAugust 22, 2023

18 Free Birthday Stuff in Toronto to Claim 2026

Do you live in Toronto? Would you like a free drink or free dessert on your birthday? If so, then you're in luck! Many restaurants, cafes, bars, and even retail

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®

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