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The Canada Strong Fund — Invest Like the Government

  Published on MoneySavings.ca | Personal Finance | May 2026 Imagine being able to put your savings into the same fund the federal government is betting $25 billion on. For the first time in Canadian history, that's exactly what Ottawa is offering you — a front-row seat (and a direct stake) in the country's biggest nation-building push in generations. On April 28, 2026, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada's first national sovereign wealth fund — the Canada Strong Fund. It's a bold, headline-grabbing idea: let everyday Canadians invest directly alongside the government in the ports, pipelines, mines, and infrastructure projects shaping our economic future. But before you start redirecting your TFSA contributions, let's break down exactly what this fund is, what it promises, what it costs — and whether it might belong in your financial plan. What Is the Canada Strong Fund? A sovereign wealth fund is a state-owned investment vehicle. Countries like Norw...

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Must-Know Long-Haul Travel Tips If You’re Flying Internationally: What should I pack in my checked luggage



Here is a list of items that you can consider packing in your checked luggage:

1. Clothing: Pack enough clothes for the duration of your trip. Consider the weather and activities you have planned. Don’t forget to pack comfortable shoes.

2. Toiletries: Pack full-sized toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner, soap, and toothpaste in your checked luggage. Remember to pack these items in a clear plastic bag if you’re flying internationally.

3. Electronics: Pack your electronics such as laptops, cameras, and other devices in your checked luggage.

4. Books and magazines: Pack books, magazines, and other printed materials in your checked luggage.

5. Snacks: Pack some snacks such as granola bars, nuts, or dried fruit in your checked luggage.

6. Gifts: If you’re bringing gifts for family or friends, pack them in your checked luggage.

7. Souvenirs: If you’re planning to buy souvenirs during your trip, pack them in your checked luggage.

8. Extra bags: Pack an extra bag or two in case you need to bring back more items than you anticipated.

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