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When the U.S. sneezes…
February 10, 2009 – 8:04 am | Comments Off on When the U.S. sneezes…
When the U.S. sneezes…

The economic slowdown in Canada has — at least so far — been less severe than the crushing financial troubles that have weakened the U.S. economy.

However, Canada’s economy is tightly linked to that of

Watching your food budget? Don’t move to the Yukon
February 9, 2009 – 10:37 am | Comments Off on Watching your food budget? Don’t move to the Yukon
Watching your food budget? Don’t move to the Yukon

Is food more expensive in Canada than in the U.S.?

The answer is — it depends.

As in the U.S., there are significant variations in food costs in different regions across the country.

In fact, …

Toronto real estate prices drop slightly in 2008
February 5, 2009 – 3:37 pm | Comments Off on Toronto real estate prices drop slightly in 2008
Toronto real estate prices drop slightly in 2008

While home prices in Toronto already are relatively reasonable compared with other major North American cities, potential buyers will be pleased to learn that the real estate market has begun to soften.

According to …

Who are the richest Canadians?
February 4, 2009 – 12:53 pm | Comments Off on Who are the richest Canadians?
Who are the richest Canadians?

Despite all the gloom and doom about the world’s economic situation, some Canadians are still thriving.

Canadian Business magazine recently published its annual list of the country’s 100 richest individuals and families.

The …

Changes in the U.S.-Canadian exchange rate could cost Vancouver $60 million
February 2, 2009 – 1:09 pm | Comments Off on Changes in the U.S.-Canadian exchange rate could cost Vancouver $60 million
Changes in the U.S.-Canadian exchange rate could cost Vancouver $60 million

If you’re moving to Canada, why is it important to pay attention to changes in the exchange rate between U.S. and Canadian dollars?

Because depending on the way the currencies are moving, it can cost …