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8 Best Stock Trading Mobile Apps In Canada (2026): Trade On The Go
investNovember 28, 2022

8 Best Stock Trading Mobile Apps In Canada (2026): Trade On The Go

If you will be doing a lot of trading from your mobile device, it is important to choose a discount brokerage that has an excellent mobile application. Most Can

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Canada Child Benefits Payment Dates 2026 and 2025: When You’ll Get Paid
manage-moneyNovember 28, 2022

Canada Child Benefits Payment Dates 2026 and 2025: When You’ll Get Paid

In 2016, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau revamped the previous Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB), transforming it into a more simplified program which

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Hydro Bill In Canada: What’s Included? (2026)
manage-moneyNovember 28, 2022

Hydro Bill In Canada: What’s Included? (2026)

If you’re new to Canada, then you may find yourself a bit confused by the term “hydro bill” in Canada. Many of my American friends who’ve visited Canada automat

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Saskatchewan SAID Payment Dates 2026: When You’ll Get Paid
manage-moneyNovember 28, 2022

Saskatchewan SAID Payment Dates 2026: When You’ll Get Paid

Wondering when you'll get your Saskatchewan SAID payments? Saskatchewan SAID payments are typically issued on the second-to-last business day of the month and a

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
How Much Do Shipping Container Homes Cost In Canada? (2026)
manage-moneyNovember 28, 2022

How Much Do Shipping Container Homes Cost In Canada? (2026)

Shipping container homes in Canada are popping up all over short-term rental sites and are even being sold as an alternative to traditional homes. A growing num

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Soft Vs Hard Credit Check In Canada: What’s The Difference?
manage-moneyNovember 28, 2022

Soft Vs Hard Credit Check In Canada: What’s The Difference?

If you’re applying for financing, an apartment unit, a credit card, or trying to receive a loan, the creditor you’re applying for will perform a credit inquiry

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
How Much Does A Swimming Pool Cost In Canada? (2026)
manage-moneyNovember 28, 2022

How Much Does A Swimming Pool Cost In Canada? (2026)

If asked to picture the perfect backyard paradise, a swimming pool is often one of the first things to come to mind. According to Canadian Real Estate Magazine,

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
BC Income Assistance Payment Dates (2026)
manage-moneyNovember 21, 2022

BC Income Assistance Payment Dates (2026)

If you're a lower-income resident of British Columbia, you could be eligible for the BC income assistance program. BC Income assistance payment dates are during

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Canada Worker Benefit: How To Claim It (2026)
manage-moneyNovember 21, 2022

Canada Worker Benefit: How To Claim It (2026)

Formerly known as the Working Income Tax Benefit, the new and improved Canada Worker Benefit is a tax credit that’s issued by the CRA to eligible workers. It’s

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Civic Number In Canada: What Is It? (2026)
manage-moneyNovember 21, 2022

Civic Number In Canada: What Is It? (2026)

Every single home, apartment, piece of land, and commercial office space in Canada has a civic number that’s used to identify the exact location of the property

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Costco Pricing Codes in Canada: The Key To Saving Even More (2026)
manage-moneyNovember 21, 2022

Costco Pricing Codes in Canada: The Key To Saving Even More (2026)

At this point, Costco is pretty much synonymous with saving money. Did you know that you can save even more by using Costco pricing codes, though? Costco pricin

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
FHA Loan In Canada: How It Works (2026)
manage-moneyNovember 21, 2022

FHA Loan In Canada: How It Works (2026)

In the United States, eligible first-time home buyers can take advantage of the Federal Housing Authority’s (FHA) lending program to reduce the down payment and

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®

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