YWCA Executive Director, Maria Gentle, says that financial security is crucial for helping people escape situations of gender-based violence. Maria Gentle, executive director of YWCA St. John’s, says financial security is crucial for helping people escape situations of gender-based violence. (Julia Israel/CBC) On the 35th anniversary of the murders of 14 women at Montreal’s École Polytechnique, the YWCA…
Move over “girl math” and “quiet luxury,” a new personal finance trend is taking off on TikTok. Social media users are embracing “loud budgeting,” a concept that went viral after TikToker Lukas Battle mentioned it as something he’s starting in 2024. Now, just three weeks into the year, #loudbudgeting has more than 10 million views on…
Canada’s Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre (FINTRAC) has entered into a memorandum of understanding with three US federal banking agencies. The agreement with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and the Federal Reserve Board aims to improve cooperation in monitoring and ensuring compliance with AML and anti-terrorist…
Mantel decorated for fall with autumn leaves and twinkling lights getty As we approach Thanksgiving and the holiday season in general—a time of gratitude and reflection—it’s worth taking a moment to recognize the financial blessings that often go unnoticed amidst our everyday routines. Personal financial planning isn’t just about spreadsheets and savings accounts. It’s also…
If you have take-home pay of, say, $3,000 a month, how can you pay for housing, food, insurance, health care, debt repayment and fun without running out of money? That’s a lot to cover with a limited amount. The answer is to make a budget. What is a budget? A budget is a plan for every…
Staff Reporter , Australia Photo by Kindel Media via Pexels The changes were already implemented. Australia has issued its amendments to the Offshore Electricity Infrastructure Act 2021 that set up a framework for such renewable energy projects to proceed in its waters. In a statement, the government said the amendments include requirements for financial security,…
Ontario students will soon be required to pass a financial literacy test as part of a number of changes coming to the requirements needed to earn a high school diploma. Education Minister Stephen Lecce says students will learn home economics such as managing a household budget and how to protect themselves against financial fraud. He…
Financial independence is a journey that requires planning, discipline, and a clear vision for the future. It’s more than just accumulating wealth—it’s about creating a sustainable financial foundation that supports your life goals, enables you to live free from financial worry, and allows you to pursue your passions without the constraints of traditional employment. This…
Billionaire Elon Musk poured more than $20 million into a mysterious super PAC at the end of the 2024 campaign, part of more than $250 million he spent overall to boost President-elect Donald Trump, new campaign finance reports show. Musk financed RBG PAC, according to the report the group filed Thursday night with the Federal…
Marriott International, Inc. engages in operating, franchising, and licensing hotel, residential, timeshare, and other lodging properties worldwide. It operates its properties under the JW Marriott, The Ritz-Carlton, The Luxury Collection, W Hotels, St. Regis, EDITION, Bvlgari, Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, Westin, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, Le Méridien, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Tribute Portfolio, Gaylord Hotels, Design…
