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Julia Cook

Julia Cook

Julia Cook is a writer based out of Corner Brook, Newfoundland-Labrador. She spent more than seven years working for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation as a radio, TV, and online reporter, as well as a radio host and producer. But she decided to follow her love of the outdoors and now works as a Communications and Events Manager with a sports company, and freelance writes on the side.

Articles By Julia Cook
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Toronto to Place New Rules and Tax on Short-Term Rentals

A recent report from the city outlines a new bylaw that would regulate short-term rentals, such as those listed on websites like Airbnb and VRBO.

3 mins read
Nov. 20, 2017
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Almost Half of Canadians Living Paycheque to Paycheque; Atlantic Canadians Struggling the Most: Report

Living paycheque to paycheque may not sound ideal, however, it is a stressful reality for many, as shown in a new survey from the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA).

4 mins read
Sept. 14, 2017
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Electricity Prices in Ontario Increasing Faster than Household Income

The Fraser Institute found that from 2008 to 2016, the price of electricity grew 71 per cent in Ontario, while the average increase across Canada was 34 per cent. Learn why hydro prices are increasing by so much…

3 mins read
July 27, 2017
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Canadians Sitting on a $16 Billion Gold Mine… of Loyalty Points

Canadians are sitting on a gold mine of unused loyalty points and many don’t even know it. A recent study by Bond Brand Loyalty surveyed more than 28,000 North Americans in more than 400 loyalty programs.

4 mins read
June 1, 2017