Canadian airline offering more storage space
Air Canada announced that it will be the launch customer for the Airbus Airspace cabin on the A220 family of aircraft, giving customers more overhead storage space. The first aircraft to receive the new bins are scheduled to be delivered early in 2026. The A220 Airspace cabin features new XL bins, increasing the overhead capacity […]
Canada issues new travel advisories
If you’re travelling outside the country, health and safety are often top of mind. Before setting off, it’s always wise to check whether your destination has any travel advisories or warnings. Here are some Canadian government travel advisories that are currently in effect for popular destinations. Spain The Canadian government is warning travellers to “exercise a high […]
Canadian cities with the happiest cats
The WHISKAS Brand, proudly part of the Mars family of brands, released the findings of the WHISKAS brand Cat Happiness Scale. The WHISKAS brand partnered with experts from Waltham Petcare Science Institute to identify the top behaviours associated with cat happiness and then uncovered cities where they are most frequently displayed by Canadian cats on […]
Canadian seniors reminded about cancer screening
The Colorectal Cancer Resource & Action Network (CCRAN) is calling on Canadians to take charge of their health and rally behind friends and family participating in the upcoming 2025 BUMRUN events. Colorectal cancer continues to impact thousands of lives each year, but early screening can make all the difference, and we can fuel change through […]
Canadian seniors warned about GIC scam
Investors, including Canadian seniors, are advised to exercise caution when considering Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) offers online. Fraudulent websites have been identified that aim to deceive individuals by impersonating legitimate financial institutions and their representatives. These scams often claim to offer high returns on GICs but do not provide legitimate investments or financial advice. Investors […]
Canadian seniors can save on movies
Tuesday is a moviegoers’ favourite day of the week at Cineplex. Following the incredible response from $5 Tuesdays in February, starting tomorrow, $5 Tuesdays at Cineplex are making a comeback for the final two Tuesdays in April. $5 Movie & $5 Popcorn TuesdaysMark your calendar for April 22 and April 29, 2025, and grab a group of friends or the whole family, because a general […]
More direct way for Canadian seniors to travel
Air Canada is marking the inauguration of its newest international flights linking Vancouver and Manila, solidifying the airline’s presence in Southeast Asia and supporting Canada’s Indo-Pacific strategy. The launch of service to Manila also positions Air Canada as the North American airline serving the most destinations non-stop in Southeast Asia. Celebrations at the airline’s YVR Pacific hub were held on April 1 and again prior to the […]
Canadian seniors face challenges with U.S. travel
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds senior travellers that it can be extra busy at the border over the Easter long weekend. Every day, the CBSA works hard to protect Canadians, support the economy and ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and goods across the border. In 2024, they welcomed over 93.4 […]
Tariffs changing shopping habits of Canadians
Food Processing Skills Canada (FPSC) released the just published consumer research report, Impact of US Tariffs on Canadian Food Consumer Behaviour. This report is part of a series of consumer surveys gathering insights into Canadians’ grocery shopping habits, perceptions of available products, and response to increasing food prices and inflation. This final report in the series […]
Canadian seniors need more financial flexibilities
The Securities and Investment Management Association (SIMA) welcomes the recent public-policy discussion about retirement savings strategies that would provide seniors with more financial flexibility as they age. More Canadians are working into their later 60s and 70s, highlighting the need to modernize policies. At the same time, updating retirement savings rules is essential to help […]
