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5 Things to Know Today: July 29, 2026

  Wednesday, July 29, 2026 A fresh Iran missile attack has oil swinging again, the TSX just set another record, the Fed decides this afternoon, Microsoft and Meta report tonight, and your CPP deposit lands today. Here's what it means for your wallet. 1. Your CPP payment lands today Wednesday, July 29 is a Canada Pension Plan deposit day — the seventh of twelve scheduled payments this year and the last one before the August cycle. If you're collecting the maximum retirement pension starting at 65, you'll see $1,507.65 land in your account. The average new beneficiary starting at 65 receives $877.01 . Your amount will match what you received in June: CPP is indexed only once a year, in January (this year's bump was 2.0%), so there's no mid-year change. The next adjustment arrives with the January 2027 deposit. What it means for you: If your deposit is smaller than expected, it's almost always something individual — an early-start reduction, tax withholding, or a...

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Passover 2025: A Celebration of Freedom and Tradition

 

Passover, also known as Pesach, is a significant Jewish holiday that commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. In 2025, Passover begins at sundown on Saturday, April 12, and concludes at nightfall on Sunday, April 20.

This eight-day festival is rich in traditions and rituals. It starts with the Seder, a ceremonial meal held on the first two nights (or just the first night in Israel). The Seder includes storytelling, symbolic foods, and the recitation of prayers, all aimed at retelling the story of the Exodus. Throughout the holiday, leavened products are avoided, and matzah, an unleavened bread, is eaten to honor the haste with which the Israelites left Egypt.

Passover is not only a time for reflection and gratitude but also a celebration of freedom and resilience. It serves as a reminder of the enduring spirit of a people who overcame adversity to forge a new path.

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