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5 Things to Know Today: BoC Hike Bets, TSX Slide, Oil Near $100 (Oct. 23)

  Canadian Money Brief • Friday, October 23, 2026 The Bank of Canada decision is five days away, the TSX gave back most of Wednesday's gains, and oil is flirting with US$100 again. Here are the five things Canadian wallets need to know today. 1. Markets Lean Toward a Bank of Canada Hike on Oct. 28 A decision that looked like a ninth straight hold is now a genuine coin flip with a hawkish tilt. After Governor Tiff Macklem warned that there is "no resolution in sight" for the Middle East conflict, BMO and Desjardins flipped to a hike call, Scotiabank firmed up its call and Goldman Sachs joined them, all looking for a quarter-point move to 2.50%. Overnight swaps priced about an 87% chance of a hike earlier this week, though other economists still argue for a hold, pointing to September's 68,000 job losses and a 6.5% unemployment rate. What it means for you: A quarter-point hike adds roughly $21 a month in interest for every $100,000 of variable-rate borrowing (HELOCs an...
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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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