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Have a side hustle? Here's what you need to know as tax filing deadlines draw near

Have a side hustle? Here's what you need to know as tax filing deadlines draw near

You could be selling your art on Etsy or delivering late-night orders for Uber Eats. Maybe you dog-sit on weekends for out-of-town pet owners, or tutor kids who need help with their homework after school.
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Why it's important to upgrade your skills, even if you're established in your career

Why it's important to upgrade your skills, even if you're established in your career

If a plumber showed up to your house with no truck or tools, how could they help? At most, they could only talk about your basement flood.
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Canadians cutting spending, delaying purchases amid tariff turmoil: MNP survey

Canadians cutting spending, delaying purchases amid tariff turmoil: MNP survey

CALGARY — A survey from insolvency firm MNP Ltd. suggests Canadians' outlook for their personal finances has brightened even as they've taken steps to cut their expenses amid economic turmoil.
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Amid market turbulence, money managers lean on defensive bets

Amid market turbulence, money managers lean on defensive bets

Faced with the extreme market turbulence of the past week, money managers are staying the course and relying on their long-term investment strategies while also looking for opportunities amid the panic.
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Can't pay your tax bill? File your return on time and don't panic, experts say

Can't pay your tax bill? File your return on time and don't panic, experts say

OTTAWA — For many Canadians, filing their taxes often means a refund, but for some, tax time can mean a bill that's unexpected or more than anticipated. If that's you and you don't have the cash on hand to pay the bill, tax experts say not to panic.
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For young investors looking for bond exposure, it’s best to keep it simple: experts

For young investors looking for bond exposure, it’s best to keep it simple: experts

For young investors who are building the fixed-income portion of their portfolio, it’s best they keep their approach simple and go for low-cost investment options, experts say.
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Sticking with a retirement investing plan during times of volatility

Sticking with a retirement investing plan during times of volatility

TORONTO — Three days of wild market volatility sparked by U.S. tariffs is enough to cause any investor stress, but for those in retirement, the plunge can be extra difficult. Markets have taken a nosedive after U.S.
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'Now what?': North American stock markets sink for second day on tariff fears

'Now what?': North American stock markets sink for second day on tariff fears

TORONTO — Canadian and U.S. stock markets sank for a second straight day Friday, marking even sharper losses than Thursday as U.S. President Trump's tariffs continue to stir recession fears.
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It's harder than ever to detect investment scams — here’s how to avoid falling victim

It's harder than ever to detect investment scams — here’s how to avoid falling victim

MONTREAL — Melanie McGovern was scrolling through her Instagram feed in February 2024 when she saw her 16-year-old niece had sent her a message. “I accepted it. And then the account reached out and asked me for money.
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CIBC and Indigenous-led Longhouse Capital Partners form strategic relationship

CIBC and Indigenous-led Longhouse Capital Partners form strategic relationship

TORONTO — CIBC Global Asset Management says it has entered into a strategic relationship with Indigenous-owned and led asset management firm Longhouse Capital Partners Inc.
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