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Uncategorized•March 28, 2024

Review of Laurentian Bank 2024: Navigating Changes and Innovations

In 2024, the Canadian banking industry is undergoing significant transformations, and Laurentian Bank is at the forefront, embracing new financial trends and ev

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→
50 Top Fintech Companies In Canada: Industry Movers (2026)
money•January 2, 2023

50 Top Fintech Companies In Canada: Industry Movers (2026)

Financial technology (fintech) is one of the fastest-growing industries in Canada. From payment processing to online wealth management, banking, peer-to-peer le

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→
HSBC InvestDirect Review 2026: A Trading Platform
invest•November 16, 2022

HSBC InvestDirect Review 2026: A Trading Platform

HSBC Bank (Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation) is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services companies. In Canada, HSBC InvestDirect is th

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→
Getloop Review 2026: Cross-Border Banking Made Simple
make-money•November 10, 2022

Getloop Review 2026: Cross-Border Banking Made Simple

Getloop, or just Loop, is a new Canadian-based fintech startup that offers small business banking solutions to Canadian businesses. Loop focuses heavily on eCom

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→
Cineplex Stock Review 2026: An Entertainment Giant
invest•May 24, 2022

Cineplex Stock Review 2026: An Entertainment Giant

Many investors assume that, like digital banking is killing brick-and-mortar banking, streaming services will end theaters. But there is one key difference. The

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→
EQ Bank Vs Tangerine (2026): Which is Better?
banking•January 3, 2022

EQ Bank Vs Tangerine (2026): Which is Better?

With more than 76% of Canadians using online banking, the shift from brick and mortar banks to online ones is greater than ever. Online banks usually offer no-f

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→
EQ Bank vs Alterna Bank 2026: Which One Wins?
banking•December 29, 2021

EQ Bank vs Alterna Bank 2026: Which One Wins?

It is no surprise that digital banks are on the rise in Canada. With a big push towards digital solutions during the pandemic, digital banking solutions aren’t

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→
Coast Capital Review 2026: A Dependable Credit Union in BC
banking•October 14, 2021

Coast Capital Review 2026: A Dependable Credit Union in BC

With many banking options out there, it’s hard to find the right one for you. But did you ever consider a credit union? Because they are owned and controlled by

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→
invest•July 19, 2021

Wealthsimple vs Tangerine 2026: An Online Canadian Rivalry

Are you wondering which between Wealthsimple vs. Tangerine Bank would be better to meet your needs? Canadians have several financial institutions they can use f

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→
Tangerine Bank Review 2026: Canada’s Premier Online Bank
banking•July 8, 2021

Tangerine Bank Review 2026: Canada’s Premier Online Bank

If you are one of the many Canadians looking for a more convenient option than what traditional banks offer, online banks like Tangerine could be a good choice

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→
EQ Bank Review 2026: Superb GIC Rates & High-Interest Savings
banking•March 11, 2020

EQ Bank Review 2026: Superb GIC Rates & High-Interest Savings

Tired of low-interest rates from the bank you've been using? If you're banking with a Big Five bank in Canada, that's no surprise. For example, Toronto-Dominion

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→
banking•March 11, 2020

Innovation Credit Union Review 2026: Solid No-Fee Accounts

Most people who grow up in Canada think they are limited to large banks such as RBC for their banking needs. However, many more Canadians are turning to non-pro

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®→