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The seemingly mild winter much of Canada has been enjoying to date may be about to end. Get ready to bundle up and adapt your driving habits for icy driving conditions.

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario published its latest rate filing decisions. Find out if your insurance provider increased or decreased its rate.

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority wants to make consumer protection stronger by defining what is unfair or otherwise harmful to consumers. The regulator is seeking the public’s input on its proposal.

According to research, the majority of all new sanitary sewer systems in municipalities across the province are at risk of being overwhelmed, which increases homeowners’ flood risk. Climate change is exacerbating the problem.

If adopted by Toronto’s city council, Canada’s largest city will prohibit turning right on a red light at 15 intersections to help improve road safety.

The Alberta government estimates ditching plate stickers on private passenger vehicles, fleet vehicles, and permanent trailers will save taxpayers about $1.2 million per year.

The penalties for being convicted of impaired driving haven’t changed during COVID-19. Though cannabis and alcohol use may be rising, it’s business as usual for the police when it comes to curbing impaired driving.

These are the top credit cards and winners of Best of Finance 2020. Review the best credit cards in Canada so you can earn the most rewards and save more money.

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority, Ontario’s auto insurance regulator, has published its latest rate filing decisions that may affect the cost of the premium you pay. Here’s what Ontario drivers should know.

Many Canadians feel the financial strain of the COVID-19 pandemic and have grim outlooks for their financial futures.

The Ontario 2020 Budget includes an outline of how the province will continue to monitor the impact of COVID-19 on the provincial auto insurance system to ensure consumers are being treated fairly.

The Landlord Credit Bureau and Equifax collaborate to reward responsible tenants and build renters’ credit scores.

Albertans have been waiting for months to learn what the Automobile Insurance Advisory Committee’s research shows. Now they’ll have until mid-2021 to find out whether or not the government will overhaul how auto insurance works in Alberta.

More than 65% of injuries and deaths in Ontario are attributed to carbon monoxide poisoning annually. Here’s how you can keep your family safe.

The COVID-19 pandemic has upended Canada’s rental market, driving landlords to boost incentives and offer renters perks to help fill their available units.

The Automobile Insurance Rate Board (AIRB) in Alberta gave several insurers the green light to increase their auto rates in the third quarter of 2020. Here’s what you need to know.

Ontario’s car insurance regulator details how much premium relief is available for eligible drivers to deal with the economic fallout because of the pandemic.

An alarming number of 18- to 24-year-old drivers report driving while high or getting into a vehicle with a motorist impaired by cannabis. Cannabis can affect a motorist’s judgment, decision making, and reaction time, which increases the risk of getting into a collision.

What do you do when you want to buy a home but don’t have money for a deposit — because all your money is tied up in home equity or investments?

In recent weeks, talk of a potential “micro” interest rate has grown louder. That’s largely due to rising COVID case counts and more restrictive lockdown measures.

In Canada, your insurance does not automatically cover you for any loss in value your vehicle incurs after being repaired after an accident. Your only recourse is to ask or to sue.

Making sure the insurance company can confirm your driving and insurance history is an important step before purchasing a policy. That’s where a letter of experience may help tilt the odds in your favour.

There are subscriptions for streaming services, video calls, activity classes, food delivery, clothing, beauty, and an endless list of other possibilities. Learn how much it costs you and how you can save.

Save more money, improve your finances and kickstart your goals in 2021. Learn how to set your financial objectives for the year and the best place to start.

Although there is very little evidence behind Blue Monday, January can be challenging for many people — emotionally and financially.

Car insurance mobile apps use real-time data about your driving habits to determine insurance pricing. Using one, and driving safely, can earn you a discount on your premium.

The seemingly mild winter much of Canada has been enjoying to date may be about to end. Get ready to bundle up and adapt your driving habits for icy driving conditions.

Despite home prices soaring out of reach for many, a large majority still believe homeownership is a worthwhile pursuit.

See the Automobile Insurance Rate Board’s latest rate-filing decisions for the fourth quarter of 2020 and find out if your insurer is increasing or decreasing the cost of insurance.

Have you ever found yourself wishing that someone would come up with an easy way to compare the lowest rates for all terms, depending on your equity?

You’ve probably seen some ultra-low rates from mortgage brokers on rate comparison websites. Many of those rates (not all) are low-frills mortgages. That means they have restrictions in exchange for a lower interest rate.

It’s a new year! Make sure you are using the best credit card for your lifestyle. Start by checking out the top welcome offers for this month.

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario published its latest rate filing decisions. Find out if your insurance provider increased or decreased its rate.

The average auto insurance premium in Toronto is $2,201 per year, up by 12.9% since 2018. Some Torontonians pay more than others depending on where in the city they live. Look up the average auto insurance rate where you live using your postal code with our Insuramap online tool.

In 2018, the average Ontario auto insurance premium was estimated to be $1,473 per year. In 2020, and according to RATESDOTCA’s Insuramap, the average premium is approximately $1,616 annually.

Follow these simple steps to avoid a financial hangover next holiday season.