Refresh your kitchen with these 10 must-have small appliances
From a modern miniature blender to a touchscreen toaster – here are the products your kitchen will be craving this spring.
The Curator
Mar 14
Retailers are cutting prices to win your business. Here’s where you can save
Canada's slowing economy means retailers have to work harder to lure in customers. Here are some of the areas where you can expect discounts in exchange for your business.
Consumer
Mar 21
Charcoal burning in tent at Belle Park leads to suspected carbon monoxide poisonings: officials
Firefighters removed a ‘homemade appliance’ that was being used to burn charcoal inside a tent, the city says
Fire
Mar 25
U.S. Federal Reserve says 3 interest rate cuts still expected despite high inflation
Chair Jerome Powell said the surprising pickup in inflation in January and February hadn't fundamentally changed the Fed's picture of the economy.
Money
Mar 20
Payroll taxes have gone up. What to know if your paycheque is feeling pinched
Nearly all Canadian workers will have to pay a bigger sum of federal income-based taxes this year. Here's what to do if you are feeling the pinch.
Money
Mar 1
Southern Alberta family achieves net zero with decades-old home as part of national challenge
“Our furnace kicked the bucket last March in the last cold snap. And that was kind of our instigating moment,” Samantha Shannon said.
Environment
Feb 9
7 genius cleaning products to simplify your life
Cleaning expert Melissa Maker shares her best cleaning tips that will save you time and money.
The Curator
Mar 25
Tax filing is open: Here are the changes to know about in 2024
The 2024 tax filing season is officially open. Here are the changes to know about, particularly for remote workers and Canadians saving for their first home.
Canada
Feb 19
Ottawa scaling back carbon price rebate for small businesses
The Canadian Federation of Indepedent Business estimates small businesses contribute as much as 40 per cent of the government's overall carbon price revenues.
Canada
Feb 20
More IKEA factories switch to renewable power in bid to cut emissions
IKEA on Thursday said it aims to cut emissions by 50 per cent by its 2030 financial year, up from its previous target of 15 per cent which it already exceeded in 2023.
World
Jan 25
Carbon monoxide a silent threat worth paying attention to during cold snap
Nearly two-thirds of carbon monoxide-related incidents in Canada in the past 12 years came during cold weather months.
Canada
Jan 9
10 amazing food trends you’ll want to devour in 2024
From faux fish to tahini everything, here are the top food trends predicted to make waves this year.
The Curator
Jan 10
Returning a gift during the holidays? What to know before you do
Savvy consumers should keep in mind return policies for their purchases, retail analysts say. In some cases, a return could even cost you.
Canada
Dec 25, 2023
Calgary fire crews knock down townhouse fire after smoke observed from window
Within 30 minutes of starting an “aggressive” fire attack from inside the home, firefighters had the fire under control.
Fire
Dec 12, 2023
These genius small appliances will take the stress out of entertaining
Relieve some of the stress this year with these smart products that will provide a helping hand in the kitchen.
The Curator
Dec 18, 2023
Wildfires, floods and smoke: Canada’s top 2023 weather stories
Environment Canada unveiled its top weather stories for 2023. The presenting climatologist said human caused-climate was partially to blame and said more extreme weather will come.
Weather
Dec 20, 2023
Bad Boy Furniture gets Ontario court approval to start liquidation sale
A court order from Judge Herman Wilton-Siegel allows the Pickering, Ont.-based furniture company to start selling off its merchandise on Friday.
Canada
Nov 20, 2023
Bad Boy’s rise and fall: A timeline of how the retailer got to this point
An Ontario court grants Bad Boy permission to begin liquidation sales. The court also extends the time Bad Boy has to file its restructuring proposal business to Jan. 23, 2024.
Consumer
Nov 13, 2023
Electrical failure likely cause of fire at Winnipeg residence, officials say
A fire at a two-storey residence may have been caused by an electrical failure, say the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service. The fire was brought under control under an hour.
Crime
Oct 24, 2023
Inflation cools to 3.8% in September. What that means for the Bank of Canada
Canadians saw a 'broad-based' cooling in inflation in September, thanks in part to an easing in price acceleration at the grocery store.
Canada
Oct 17, 2023