8 d. ago Bonds are key to cushioning stock losses in bear markets. But here’s why it’s not so simple

Noah Solomon: Fixed-income portfolios can differ significantly with respect to returns, risk and the bear market in question

Economics

9 d. ago Over $40,000 in prizes up for grabs in our 15th annual 12 Days of Giveaways

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and your favourite holiday gift-stravaganza is returning for its 15th anniversary. And this time it's bigger than ever.With more than $40,000 in amazing prizes, we're thrilled to bring you our epic 12 Days of Giveaways, where for 12 days in December, we bring you new opportunities to win incredible gifts.From luxury hotel stays to gift cards for your favourite stores and experiences at the hottest restaurants in your city, every day is a new opportunity.The 12 Days of Giveaways began all the way back in 2010, when we gave away $3,000 to our small but growing fan base.Flash forward 15 years, and we have over ten times that amount to give back to our readers.We know that it's been a wild 2025 for our audience, with the rising price of groceries, increasing housing costs, and inflation, so we wanted to bring some holiday cheer into the Christmas season.How it worksStarting on Monday, Dec. 1, we'll be launching a nu...

Economics

1 week ago Toronto Blue Jays considering trade that has Bichette implications

The Toronto Blue Jays are keeping all options on the table when it comes to their infield next season.While the Blue Jays are still hoping to re-sign Bo Bichette, there is no guarantee that the 27-year-old returns. As a result, they are reportedly scouring the trade market for another infield option.As reported by MLB insider Jon Morosi, the Blue Jays have checked in on three-time All-Star Ketel Marte. The second baseman hit .283 with 28 home runs and 72 RBI in 2025 with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The 32-year-old agreed to a six-year, $116.5 million extension with the Diamondbacks this past April."I think it's at least a 50-50 chance that Ketel Marte is moved by the Diamondbacks," Morosi said. "The Diamondbacks are actively listening on Ketel Marte. Nothing is close, but multiple teams have checked in. Among the teams to check in [are] the Phillies and the Blue Jays.""The Diamondbacks are actively listening."@jonmorosi has the latest on Ketel Marte p...

Economics

1 week ago Edmonton Christmas shows to get you in the spirit, including Johnny Reid, Die Harsh

If you start watching Die Hard at 9:48 p.m. on Christmas Eve, you can start the holiday as Hans Gruber falls from the Nakatomi Tower. David Findlay chuckles when he hears this factoid. He plays Hans Schmuber in the Grindstone Theatre re-imagining of the ‘80s action classic in Die Harsh: A Christmas Musical. While great […]

Events

2 w. ago Bolivia Charts Return to International Credit Market by 2027

Bolivia’s new government expects to secure up to $5 billion in multilateral loans next year and return to international credit markets in late 2026 or early 2027, Finance Minister José Gabriel Espinoza said in an interview.

Society

2 w. ago Edmonton Christmas Market returns to bring holiday spirit to Fort Edmonton Park

Plus, four other haunts to raise some cheer

Society

4 w. ago Toronto's St. Lawrence Market transforming into magical winter destination this month

One of Toronto's most iconic landmarks is transforming into a whimsical winter wonderland just in time for the holidays.The Distillery District Winter Village tends to get all the credit when it comes to Toronto's holiday traditions, and it's not without good reason, but another one of the city's historic landmarks has been quietly climbing up the ranks in terms of holiday cheer, too.For a second year running, St. Lawrence Market is gearing up to unleash whimsical winter magic on the city with the return of its Winter Market.Taking over Market Street for an entire month this holiday season, the market will see the pedestrian street turned into a winter village plucked straight from your most festive fantasies, with a slew of local vendors, live performances, seasonal food and drinks, and maybe even an appearance from Santa Claus or two.    View this post on Instagram           A post...

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