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Gold Crashed 30% This Year — Now It's Climbing Again. Should Your TFSA or RRSP Be In It?

  August 12, 2026 If you've only glanced at the gold headlines this week, you've probably seen some version of "gold near two-month high." That's true — spot gold touched an intraday peak of US$4,434.84 an ounce on Tuesday, its best level since June 5, before settling back to around US$4,382. But "two-month high" undersells what's actually happened to gold in 2026, and that fuller story is the part that matters if you're deciding whether to put any of it in a TFSA, RRSP, or FHSA right now. Here's the short version: gold went nearly vertical in January, hit an all-time record, crashed by close to 30% within weeks, spent the spring and early summer languishing near US$4,000, and has spent the last six weeks clawing about 10% of that back. Where it goes from here is genuinely split among the banks that cover it professionally. That's the setup worth understanding before you buy. The wildest year gold has ever had Gold entered 2026 already o...

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Tragedy Sparks Reform: B.C. Premier Eby Announces Mental Health Act Overhaul

In the wake of the devastating Lapu-Lapu Day festival attack in Vancouver, which claimed 11 lives and left many injured, Premier David Eby has pledged to review and reform British Columbia's Mental Health Act. The suspect, who was under mental health care supervision, has raised concerns about the adequacy of current legislation in preventing such tragedies.

Eby emphasized the need for a comprehensive review to address gaps in the system and ensure public safety. Health Minister Josie Osborne will lead the initiative, supported by experts in psychiatry and concurrent disorders. While the timeline for the review remains unclear, the urgency of the matter has been underscored by calls for action from community leaders and officials.

This tragic incident has ignited a broader conversation about mental health care and public safety in the province, with many advocating for reforms that balance individual rights with community protection. The review aims to provide solutions that prevent future incidents while supporting those in need of mental health care.

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