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Economy
Producer Price Inflation Canada: 3 Reasons for the 4x Gap
Producer price inflation Canada hit 12.4% in July while consumer inflation ran 3.0%. Statistics Canada data explains why that gap is not what it looks like.
Housing
Canada Housing Completions 2026: 5 Real Facts, 1 Big Risk
Canada housing completions 2026 rose 8.1% in July even as starts fell 5%. The split between what is finishing and what is beginning is the real story.
Economy
Core Inflation Canada 2026 Holds at 2%: 5 Key Signals
Core inflation Canada 2026 measures held near 2% in July even as headline CPI hit 3.0%. Why the Bank of Canada watches these numbers instead.
Economy
Self-Employed Canada 2026: 6 Facts Behind the New Data
Self-employed Canada 2026 figures show 3.78 million non-employer businesses. Why income proof is the real hurdle and how lenders now assess business earnings.
Economy
Consumer Bankruptcies Canada 2026 Jump 13.5% in One Quarter
Consumer bankruptcies Canada 2026 rose 13.5% from Q1 to Q2 while proposals fell — the shift in the mix reveals more than the headline insolvency total does.
Consumer Credit
Equifax Canada Survey: 40% Spend More, Just 18% Spend Less
A new Equifax Canada survey finds spending diverging sharply — 40% spending more than a year ago against 18% spending less, with credit filling the gap.
Industry
Propel Holdings Q2 2026: 5 Records in One Quarter
Propel Holdings Q2 2026 delivered record revenue of $179.6 million, originations up 25% and a 12th straight dividend rise — while a larger rival retreated.
Economy
Canada Wage Growth July 2026: 4 Facts on Real Pay
Canada wage growth July 2026 hit 2.8% — exactly matching inflation. Average pay reached $37.17 an hour, but real purchasing power barely moved.
Economy
Weak Canadian Dollar 2026: 5 Real Costs Hitting Households
A weak Canadian dollar posted its largest monthly drop since 2022 in June. Here are 5 real costs for households — and the one place the pain is hidden.
Banking
CIBC NSF Fee Settlement: 6 Key Facts Before the Oct 19 Hearing
The CIBC NSF fee settlement of $10 million faces court approval on October 19, 2026. Who qualifies, the class period, and why no money moves before then.
Banking
Consumer-Driven Banking Regulations: 6 Key Facts by Aug 26
Canada's consumer-driven banking regulations are open for comment until August 26, 2026. See the 6 key facts on accreditation, data sharing and your rights.
Economy
Canada GDP May 2026: 5 Key Numbers Show a Solid Rebound
Canada GDP May 2026 rose 0.3%, with an advance estimate pointing to 0.8% growth in Q2. See the 5 key numbers and what they mean for borrowing costs.
Personal Finance
Real-Time Rail Canada 2026: 7 Facts on the Aug 24 Rules
Real-Time Rail Canada 2026 clears a critical milestone as its by-law takes force Aug 24. See 7 facts on instant payments, the Q4 launch and what changes.
Housing
Canada Housing Starts 2026: 5 Key Signals of a Drop
Canada housing starts 2026 fell 13% in June to 20,265 units, CMHC says. See the regional split and what a slower building pace means for renters and buyers.
Personal Finance
Canada Carbon Rebate 2026: 4 Key Facts, Now Gone
The Canada Carbon Rebate 2026 is gone: the quarterly cheque ended in April 2025. Here's what changed and how to rebuild a budget that counted on it.
Student Finance
Canada Student Loans 2026: 5 Real Relief Facts
Canada student loans 2026 stay interest-free, with grants up 40% and the $300 weekly limit held for 571,000 students. See the real help and how to borrow smart.
Housing
Canada Mortgage Renewal 2026: 5 Key Moves to Ease the Shock
Canada mortgage renewal 2026 hits budgets hard — payments up $375 a month for many. See how homeowners can absorb the shock and protect other debt.
Cost of Living
Gas Prices Canada July 2026: 3 Key Facts on the Fresh Surge
Gas prices Canada July 2026 are surging as Brent crude nears US$84 and the U.S.–Iran war lifts oil. See regional pump highs and how to protect your budget.
Housing
Average Rent Canada 2026: 4 Real Signs of Relief and Rising Costs
Average rent Canada 2026 fell 4.3% year over year to $2,033 in June — a 21st straight annual drop — yet monthly rents are creeping up again. Here's why.
Personal Finance
TransUnion Consumer Pulse Canada 2026: Still Squeezed
The TransUnion Consumer Pulse for Canada in 2026 finds 86% rank inflation a top concern and half say income lags prices. What to do when pay falls behind.
Banking
Low-Cost Bank Accounts in Canada: $4 (or $0) a Month
Since December 2025, low-cost bank accounts in Canada are capped at $4 a month, with $0 for more people. Who qualifies — and why it matters for tight budgets.
Personal Finance
Bank of Canada Holds Rates at 2.25% in July 2026
The Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25% on July 15, 2026. Here's what the six-week wait until September 2 means for loan borrowers.
Personal Finance
Canada's Inflation Cooled to 2.8% in June 2026
Canada's inflation eased to 2.8% in June 2026 as gas prices calmed. Here's what cooling inflation does — and doesn't do — for your loan rate and budget.
Consumer Safety
Payment Service Provider Registry Canada: 7 Vital Checks
Payment service provider registry Canada entries will show violations. Learn 7 checks for payment apps, plus what registration does not guarantee.
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