TCFFCA Magazine

If you’re in Canada, now’s the time to do a sweep of your kitchen. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued several urgent food recalls that could affect items you regularly eat — from pasta and rice to frozen meals and snacks. These products have been pulled off shelves due to serious safety risks, Continue reading

The Canadian dollar gained modest ground on Monday, strengthening 0.1% against the U.S. greenback. The loonie was trading at 1.3837 CAD per USD, or approximately 72.27 U.S. cents. Throughout the trading day, the currency fluctuated within a narrow range between 1.3782 and 1.3851. This upward move in the loonie suggests some resilience in the Canadian Continue reading

In 2025, a growing number of Canadian seniors are choosing to stay in the workforce well beyond the traditional retirement age of 65. Whether driven by rising living costs, a desire to remain active, or simply a passion for work, many are blending employment income with retirement benefits such as the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Continue reading

As housing costs continue to climb across the country, the Canadian government is rolling out a one-time rent relief payment this April to ease the financial burden on vulnerable renters. This temporary measure, part of the Canada Housing Benefit (CHB) program, offers a lifeline to eligible individuals, particularly seniors and other low-income residents. What Is Continue reading

Gardeners across Canada may want to pay close attention to a major legal development that could impact both their health and their rights. The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has officially certified a national class-action lawsuit against the makers of Roundup, a widely used glyphosate-based herbicide. This case could have far-reaching implications for individuals who Continue reading

The Canada Carbon Rebate, previously known as the Climate Action Incentive, is a tax-free payment issued by the federal government to help offset the costs associated with the federal carbon tax. A key part of this rebate is the rural supplement, designed to provide additional support to Canadians living outside major urban centers, where alternative Continue reading

In April 2025, Social Security beneficiaries are receiving some of the most substantial payment increases in decades. Thanks to the newly enacted Social Security Fairness Act, qualifying retirees are now eligible for retroactive payments of up to $6,700, along with adjusted monthly benefit amounts. These changes are largely the result of long-overdue reforms to eliminate Continue reading

As the cost of living in Canada continues to rise, many seniors are hoping for financial relief. Discussions around a proposed $650 + $750 Canada Pension Plan (CPP) payment boost in 2025 have generated significant interest among retirees and soon-to-be retirees. Although this increase has yet to be officially confirmed, it represents a potential lifeline Continue reading