Right now there is passport chaos in British Columbia as residents try to renew their passports or obtain their first Canadian passport. Actually the passport chaos is likely in all parts of Canada, but I’m …
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Where to Buy Horse and Rider Supplies in Canada
Are you looking around for where to buy horse and rider supplies in Canada? Welcome to my horsey world! An online search will bring up many tack stores, who don’t necessarily have an online shop. …
Can Low-Income Single Women Retire Comfortably in Canada?
I suppose the title for this post could also read: Can Low-Income Single Women Retire Comfortably in Canada? Or America? This post is geared to low-income single women no matter what country they’re living in. …
Being a Cross Border Driver when the US Canada Border is Closed
I began working for a company in March that imports pick up trucks from Canada into America. My position is a driver. I drive the trucks from Surrey, British Columbia to Ferndale, Washington, about a …
My Vintage Boy Scouts Canada Belt
OK, I know what you’re all thinking. No, I was never a boy scout! Ha ha! Just for the record, I was never a Brownie or Girl Guide either. Boy Scouts Canada was a thing …
Too much Rain where I Live
One of the joys of living on the Wet Coast of Canada is all the rain. Joy? Not so much. The dampness really gets to me sometimes. Even on days when I wouldn’t expect to …
TV Stations in British Columbia when I was Younger
When I was younger we had two black and white TV sets in the house. And we had three local TV stations airing in the Greater Vancouver Area to put those TVs to use. CBC, …
Canada gets Ripped Off on McDonald’s Shamrock Shakes
I’ve seen the commercials on TV for McDonald’s Shamrock Shakes. I don’t pay much attention but I guess it’s possible I was watching a US channel at the time. They’re back. Better than ever. Those …
2018 Financial Goal – Saving for my 2019 TFSA Contribution
Edited to add: In November the Canadian government has increased the 2019 TFSA contribution amount to $6,000. https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/frequently-asked-questions-individuals/adjustment-personal-income-tax-benefit-amounts.html I don’t make New Year’s resolutions. I’m kind of lazy that way. I’m a procrastinator and I’d be …
Taking Stress Leave in Canada
I follow a website called the Canadian Money Forum. This is a community forum board with several sections such as General Finance Talk, Investing, Frugality, Retirement, etc. People can register and ask questions and respond …
