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New Tariffs Hit Today, Oil Tops $107, and the Fed Decision Looms

  A new round of US tariffs on Canadian goods takes effect today, oil is sitting at its highest level in roughly four months, and markets are bracing for tomorrow's Federal Reserve rate decision. Here's what moved overnight and what it means for your wallet. What It Means for You Today's expanded US tariffs cover cheese, vehicles, construction materials, paper and lighting fixtures — expect price pressure on anything crossing the border in either direction over the coming weeks. Bond yields flirting with 5% are pushing fixed mortgage rates higher even before the Bank of Canada moves again, so if you're renewing soon, it's worth locking in a rate hold now rather than waiting. And with a Fed hike odds-on for tomorrow, expect a volatile 48 hours for TFSA and RRSP portfolios — this is a "check your allocation, don't check your balance daily" kind of week. 🇨🇦 Canada: TSX Ends Monday Flat as CPI Holds at 3.0% The S&P/TSX Composite closed essentially un...
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Cancer Prevention and Risk Reduction: A Comprehensive Guide

Cancer is a disease that affects millions of people worldwide. While there is no guaranteed way to prevent cancer, there are several steps you can take to reduce your risk of developing it. According to the Canadian Cancer Society, about 4 in 10 cancer cases can be prevented through healthy living and policies that protect the health of Canadians. Here are some tips to help you reduce your risk of cancer:

  1. Live smoke-free: The single most important thing you can do to reduce your risk of cancer is to live smoke-free.
  2. Eat well: Eating well is an important part of reducing your cancer risk. A healthy diet should include plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
  3. Maintain a healthy body weight: Besides living smoke-free, having a healthy body weight is one of the best things you can do to reduce cancer risk.
  4. Move more, sit less: Not enough physical activity and too much sitting increases your cancer risk. Aim for 30 minutes of activity every day and take frequent, short breaks from sitting.
  5. Limit alcohol: Drinking any type or amount of alcohol increases your risk of developing cancer. The less alcohol you drink, the lower your cancer risk.

In addition to these tips, the Mayo Clinic recommends avoiding tobacco, protecting your skin from the sun, and checking your family history for cancer diagnoses. It’s important to note that while these tips can help reduce your risk of cancer, they are not a guarantee against the disease. If you have concerns about your cancer risk, talk to your doctor.


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