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5 Things to Know Today (Sept 30): Banks Closed, U.S. Booze Ban, Rising Mortgage Rates

  It's Wednesday, September 30, and today is a federal holiday, so plan your banking accordingly. Meanwhile the U.S. booze ban is now in force, fixed mortgage rates keep climbing, the economy stalled in July and Ontario's minimum wage rises tomorrow. Here's what matters for your wallet. 1 Banks are closed today, so don't leave payments to the last minute Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It's a federal statutory holiday, which means bank branches, Canada Post, the CRA and Service Canada are closed. It is not a statutory holiday in Ontario, so schools, TTC and GO Transit run as usual, most stores are open and LCBOs open at noon. The TSX is scheduled to trade, but trade settlement is paused for the day, so trades made today settle later than usual. What it means for you: If something has to land by October 1 (rent, a bill, a cheque deposit), don't count on today. Transfers and cheque deposits may not post until Thursday, so send them early ...
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Zelensky Stands Firm Amid Rising Tensions with Trump and Kyiv Protests

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky finds himself navigating a challenging diplomatic landscape as tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump escalate. The friction stems from a recent heated exchange at the White House, where Trump accused Zelensky of being ungrateful for U.S. aid and dismissed him as "disrespectful." This confrontation has left many Ukrainians both angered and proud of their leader's resolve.

Meanwhile, in Kyiv, citizens have taken to the streets to demand the release of Ukrainian prisoners of war held by Russia. These demonstrations underscore the nation's ongoing struggle against Russian aggression and the emotional toll of the conflict. Protesters also expressed frustration with Trump's recent remarks, which they view as undermining Ukraine's fight for sovereignty.

Despite the diplomatic strain, Zelensky's steadfastness has rallied support from both domestic and international allies. Many Ukrainians see his refusal to yield to external pressures as a testament to his commitment to the nation's independence.


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