A budget for all
What was the 2009 Federal Budget in Canada like? It was a budget trying to get Canada back on track after 2008, mostly.
TD Rate Down 0.15%
In 2008 the TD rate was dropping, but eventually what goes down must come back up, and that is very trust these days.
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Canada vs U.S. Prices at Dollar Parity: Why We Still Paid 18% More in 2008
In 2008, even with the Canadian dollar at parity with the U.S. dollar, Canadian consumers still paid significantly more — up to 18% more on identical goods, according to a BMO survey. This article examines long-standing price disparities between Canada and the U.S., highlighting examples like CDs and everyday consumer goods. It also reflects on the concept of “The Tim Horton’s Savings Plan” and explores how behavioral saving strategies could tie into spending habits. The post also includes housing market data from Stats Canada, showing how new housing prices varied across cities in April 2008, with explosive growth in places like Regina and Saskatoon. While historical, the lessons about pricing fairness and savings habits remain timely for Canadians.
Inflation Jumps for April to 1.7%
Find out the CPI (Consumer Price Index) statistics for April 2008 in Canada and understand their implications on the financial landscape.
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