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5 Things to Know Today: Inflation Data, a Tariff Countdown, and a Big Energy Deal

  August 17, 2026 Inflation data lands this morning, the clock on the U.S. tariff deadline is down to two days, and a long-running provincial energy dispute is about to be settled. Here's what's moving your money today. 1. Today's Inflation Report Could Set the Tone for September Statistics Canada releases July's Consumer Price Index this morning. Economists are expecting the annual rate to tick up to roughly 2.9%, from 2.8% in June, mainly because gasoline prices swung higher again in July after the Middle East conflict pushed oil prices back up. Core inflation measures, which the Bank of Canada watches most closely, aren't expected to move much. What it means for you: A hotter-than-expected print would make it less likely the Bank of Canada cuts rates at its September 2 meeting, which matters if you're renewing a variable-rate mortgage or carrying a line of credit. A softer number keeps a cut on the table. 2. The Tariff Deadline Is Two Days Away, and Talks Are...
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Piña Coladas

 


If you like piña coladas, whip up this frosty cocktail with frozen pineapple, cream of coconut, and rum.

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks
  • 2 cups ice cubes
  • 6 oz. (¾ cup) Coco Lopez® Cream of Coconut
  • 2 oz. (¼ cup) full-fat unsweetened coconut milk
  • or heavy cream
  • 6 oz. (¾ cup) white rum
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • Pineapple slices and/or Maraschino cherries, for
  • garnish


  • INSTRUCTIONS  

Put the pineapple, ice, cream of coconut, coconut milk (or heavy cream), rum, and lime  juice into a blender.

Blend until smooth and frosty. Pour into glasses and garnish with pineapple slices and Maraschino cherries, if desired. Serve immediately.





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