Finance
Thomas Cook, world’s oldest travel company, has collapsed
The UK’s Civil Aviation Authority said Thomas Cook had now ceased trading and it would work with the government to bring the more than 150,000 British customers home over the next two weeks. Continue reading
Nova Scotia’s 2019-20 budget on track for $30M surplus: finance minister
By Jeremy Keefe Digital Broadcast Journalist
If all goes to plan it will mark the fourth consecutive year that the province is in the black. Continue reading
This student racked up $100k in student debt — here’s how
Alexandra Fox says the thought of paying back her debt is “pretty wild.” Continue reading
Canadian economy expands 3.7% — strongest quarterly growth stretch since 2017
The agency says the economy rode a powerful, broad-based rebound in goods exports in the second quarter. Continue reading
Delinquency rates increasing, credit scores still high on Prairies: report
By Connor O’Donovan Digital Broadcast Journalist
A first quarter credit report from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation shows slight increases in delinquency rates across the prairies. Continue reading
How does Manitoba’s income tax compare to other prairie provinces?
By Amber McGuckin Reporter
It’s three weeks until Manitobans head to the polls to pick the province’s new leading party. Continue reading
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Some Manitoba businesses overcharging on new 7% PST rate
By Marek Tkach Reporter
Some businesses in Winnipeg have not adjusted their financial systems to accommodate the newly implemented PST cut. Continue reading
N.B. auditor report points to closed door spending under the Gallant government
By Morganne Campbell Digital Video Journalist
Auditor General Kim MacPherson honed in on a funding agreement between Saint John and the province that saw former Premier, Brian Gallant, hand over $22.8 million dollars to the port city without legislative authority. Continue reading
Social media ‘FOMO’ blamed for rising bankruptcy declarations in B.C.
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Credit counsellors say the desire to be seen living a wealthy lifestyle is contributing to more bankruptcies in the province. Continue reading
More millennials are signing prenups — and experts say that’s a good thing
“They really give that peace of mind, like car insurance.” Continue reading