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The Bank of Canada Warns of Higher Inflation: What It Means for Your Money

  The Bank of Canada Warns of Higher Inflation: What It Means for Your Money October 29, 2026 | Canadian Money Brief Canadians could face another year of rising living costs. Here's how to protect your savings, manage your grocery bill and make smarter financial decisions. If you thought inflation was finally becoming yesterday's problem, the Bank of Canada's latest forecast delivers an important reminder: the cost of living could remain under pressure well into next year. In its October 28, 2026, Monetary Policy Report, the Bank of Canada warned that inflation is expected to remain above 3% through much of 2027 before gradually returning close to its 2% target by the middle of 2028. Higher energy prices, rising import costs and trade uncertainty are contributing to the outlook. The Bank also raised its overnight policy rate by 0.25 percentage points to 2.50% in an effort to contain inflationary pressures. For Canadian households, the message is clear: even if inflation eve...

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Ontario is gearing up for a significant change on its highways as the Ford government announces an increase in speed limits. Starting July 12, drivers will experience a new pace of travel with speed limits rising to 110 km/h on select sections. This move is set to affect over 250 km of Highway 401, including stretches around Kingston and Belleville, as well as parts of Highway 403 near Brantford.

The decision follows a successful pilot program and consultations that began in 2019. It also aligns Ontario’s speed limits with those in other Canadian provinces, making for a more uniform driving experience across the country. The government assures that the highways were originally designed to safely accommodate the new speed limits, and data from the 2022 changes support this claim.

While the speed limit increase is welcomed by many for its promise of a more convenient commute, it does not alter the threshold for stunt driving charges. In Ontario, speeds exceeding 50 km/h above the posted limit can lead to such charges, and with the new changes, 150 km/h remains the cutoff.

As Ontario prepares for this shift, drivers are reminded to adjust their habits accordingly and enjoy the benefits of a faster, yet safe, journey on the province’s highways.

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