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Canadian Money Brief – June 1, 2026: Markets Kick Off June on a High Note

  Markets Kick Off June on a High Note A strong finish to May carries momentum into the first trading session of June, with tech leading the charge and a major Berkshire deal grabbing headlines. At a Glance — Friday May 29 Close (Most Recent Confirmed) Index / Asset Level Change S&P/TSX Composite 34,769 +0.73% S&P 500 7,580 +0.22% Dow Jones 51,032 +0.72% Nasdaq Composite 26,973 +0.20% CAD/USD 0.7249 –0.06% WTI Crude Oil US$87.36/bbl –1.73% Gold US$4,574/oz –0.42% Sources: Yahoo Finance, Trading Economics. Closing data as of May 29, 2026. June 1 intraday data referenced in body. May Goes Out on a High North American markets wrapped up May in fine form. All three major U.S. indexes — the S&P 500, the Dow, and the Nasdaq — finished Friday at record closing highs, capping a month that saw the tech-heavy Nasdaq surge roughly 8% and the S&P 500 gain around 5%. The TSX also had a solid run, closing above the 34,700 mark on Friday, supported by a rebound in financials and ...
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Cancer Prevention and Risk Reduction: A Comprehensive Guide

Cancer is a disease that affects millions of people worldwide. While there is no guaranteed way to prevent cancer, there are several steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing it. According to the Canadian Cancer Society, about 4 in 10 cancer cases can be prevented through healthy living and policies that protect the health of Canadians. Here are some tips to help you reduce your risk of cancer:

  1. Live smoke-free: The single most important thing you can do to reduce your risk of cancer is to live smoke-free.
  2. Eat well: Eating well is an important part of reducing your cancer risk. A healthy diet should include plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
  3. Maintain a healthy body weight: Besides living smoke-free, having a healthy body weight is one of the best things you can do to reduce cancer risk.
  4. Move more, sit less: Not enough physical activity and too much sitting increases your cancer risk. Aim for 30 minutes of activity every day and take frequent, short breaks from sitting.
  5. Limit alcohol: Drinking any type or amount of alcohol increases your risk of developing cancer. The less alcohol you drink, the lower your cancer risk.

In addition to these tips, the Mayo Clinic recommends avoiding tobacco, protecting your skin from the sun, and checking your family history for cancer diagnoses. It’s important to note that while these tips can help reduce your risk of cancer, they are not a guarantee against the disease. If you have concerns about your cancer risk, talk to your doctor.


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