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Cashback rebates can save thousands of dollars in real estate commissions
In Canada, the homeseller usually pays a commission to real estate agents on both sides of the transaction. But some agents are willing to offer a cashback rebate to home buyers, which works as a kind of discount on the total purchase price.
Menopause could be the wellness industry's new gold rush — but experts say the products may just be hype
From skin care to supplements to special snacks, menopause may be a new gold rush in the wellness industry. After years of being overlooked, these women are now staring down an avalanche of products marketed to them, promising relief. But experts warn the results often don't live up to the hype.
EV sales are still growing. So why are carmakers pulling back?
Some of the headlines about electric vehicles lately might give the impression that the market is headed for a crash. But new data shows electric vehicle sales are still growing in Canada, and have hit a record high.
Is the flip phone back? Why some people are switching to dumbphones
Dumbphones, also known as simplephones or featurephones, are having a moment. The mobile devices are limited to basic functions like making phone calls and sending text messages, and often can’t connect to the internet.
Canadian Taylor Swift fans are flying to Europe for cheaper concert tickets
Canadian fans are tallying up the cost of a flight, hotel and ticket, and are finding that travelling to Europe to see Taylor Swift in concert may be better bang for their buck than seeing the show on Canadian soil.
Telus Health only reimbursing employee drug prescriptions filled through its virtual pharmacy
Employees of the health services offshoot of Telus Communications are only reimbursed for certain drug prescriptions if they fill them through the company's own virtual pharmacy, CBC News has learned.
Equality in the boardroom? Not any time soon, says Canadian Chamber of Commerce
Women are a minority in Canadian boardrooms and the “glacial” pace of progress means it could take decades to reach gender parity, according to a report released this week by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.
Consumers look to Value Village for a bargain. Many are finding 'ridiculous' markups
For years, Canadians have relied on Value Village to buy used goods for cheaper than other retailers. It’s one of the biggest and most popular thrift store chains in the country. Now some customers are accusing the company of massive markups on their items.
These fast food jobs are going to robots
As companies cope with worker shortages and higher labour costs, robots are showing up behind the counter at many big fast food chains.
Would you buy a diamond made in a lab? Consumers are taking a shine to them
More consumers are choosing diamonds that are created in labs over those that have been mined, both as a way to save money and for ethical and environmental reasons. These lab-grown diamonds now make up nearly 20 per cent of the global diamond jewelry market.