Canadians are heading into the first major monetary policy moment of 2026 with one big question: is the Bank of Canada about to cut rates again, or are we entering a longer pause? The Bank of Canada’s next interest rate update is scheduled for January 28, 2026, and it comes at a time when inflation Continue reading
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Canada’s Billionaire Hold More Wealth Than Some Countries’ GDP and What It Means for Inequality in 2026
A new report is putting Canada’s growing wealth divide back in the spotlight, and the numbers are hard to ignore. According to Oxfam, billionaire wealth in Canada and around the world surged in 2025, reaching record levels while millions of people struggled with rising costs, housing pressure, and food insecurity. The report argues this isn’t Continue reading
Canada’s Inflation Jumps to 2.4% in December 2025, But Core Inflation Cools: What the CPI Report Means for 2026 Interest Rates, Grocery Bills, and the Canadian Dollar
Canada’s inflation rate moved higher at the end of 2025, but the story is not as alarming as the headline number suggests. Consumer prices rose 2.4% year over year in December, coming in above expectations and above November’s 2.2% reading. At the same time, Canada’s most closely watched core inflation measures continued to cool, pointing Continue reading
Coffee Prices in Canada Are Rising Again in 2026: What’s Driving Higher Café and Grocery Costs, and How Canadians Can Cut the Damage
If your day starts with a coffee on the way to work, you’ve probably noticed the price creeping up. In 2026, that trend is expected to continue. Coffee has become one of the biggest contributors to food inflation in Canada, and the pressure is coming from multiple directions at the same time: global supply issues, Continue reading
Canadian Dollar Strengthens for Fifth Consecutive Day as Oil Prices Climb”
The Canadian dollar experienced a modest gain against the U.S. dollar on Wednesday, reflecting a combination of rising oil prices and market anticipation for upcoming domestic housing data. This subtle shift comes after a period of volatility that saw the loonie reach a five-week low last week. Analysts are closely monitoring oil markets, bond yields, Continue reading