Canada

News

Donald Trump Announces Pause on US Tariffs on Canada

President of the United States Donald Trump is pausing the imposition of planned tariffs on goods imported from Canada.

News

Walmart Canada Plans to Build Dozens of Stores

Walmart Canada announced last Thursday, January 30, that over the next five years, it will build dozens of new stores and sell its fleet business.

News

Porter Airlines, BMO & Mastercard Unveil New Credit Card to Boost Travel Rewards for Canadians

Canadian customers of Porter Airlines will soon benefit from enhanced travel rewards via the new BMO VIPorter Mastercard service suite.

Finance & Economics

Donald Trump Plans to Impose 25% Tariffs on Mexico and Canada

President of the United States Donald Trump announced last Monday, January 20, during a signing ceremony in the Oval Office that his administration would impose 25% tariffs on goods imported from Canada and Mexico from February 1.

News

Klarna Is Available at Checkout on Apple Pay in Canada

Users in Canada checking out with Apple Pay online or in apps can now benefit from the flexible payment options offered by leading European BNPL provider Klarna.

News

TD Bank Joins Mastercard Priceless Planet Coalition to Boost Reforestation Efforts in Canada

TD Bank, in collaboration with Mastercard Priceless Planet Coalition, has introduced a standout initiative allowing MBNA cardholders to support reforestation efforts in Canada.

Fintech & Ecommerce

How Online Payment Trends Affect Holiday Shopping

Holiday shopping patterns continuously change reflecting macroeconomic realities, consumer behaviour shifts, and the constant evolution of payment methods. As the season of joy is approaching, we cannot help but wonder what changes current online payment trends have brought to the holiday shopping routine. 

News

Canada’s Economy Demonstrates Growth

In the third quarter of 2024, the Canadian economic system showed growth of 1% year-on-year.

News

Mastercard Offers Immersive Shopping Experiences to Boost Canadian SMBs

Mastercard is launching a festive shopping initiative in Fort Langley, B.C., where immersive interactive experiences will amuse customers and support local small businesses (SMBs).

Fintech & Ecommerce

Canadian Holiday Sales to Increase 2.2% This Season

Mastercard SpendingPulse reveals encouraging signs for Canadian holiday retail sales, with several factors enhancing consumers’ purchasing power.

News

Bank of Canada Cuts Interest Rates

The Bank of Canada has accelerated the pace of the interest rates cutting.

Fintech & Ecommerce

Mastercard Launches New Cardholder Offerings for Canadian SMEs

Through strategic partnerships with Slack, Asana, FlexiRoam, H&R Block and others, Mastercard is bringing a range of new business opportunities tailored to meet the unique needs of Canadian SMEs

Fintech & Ecommerce

Stripe Expands Presence in Toronto to Boost Canadian Business Growth

Stripe announced its expansion in Canada with a focus on the new flagship office in Toronto, aiming to accelerate the growth of Canadian businesses.

Finance & Economics

Bank of Canada Reportedly Plans to Cut Interest Rates Again

The Bank of Canada is likely to decide on another interest rate cut at its third meeting in a row.

Science & Technology

Virtual Companion Now on Your Neck With a Friend AI Necklace

The new AI-powered necklace Friend can help people combat loneliness by keeping them company in daily conversations.

Articles

Common Loan Types in Canada: A Comprehensive Guide

Loans play a crucial role in helping Canadians achieve their goals, whether it’s buying a home, financing education, or starting a business.