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The Canada Strong Fund — Invest Like the Government

  Published on MoneySavings.ca | Personal Finance | May 2026 Imagine being able to put your savings into the same fund the federal government is betting $25 billion on. For the first time in Canadian history, that's exactly what Ottawa is offering you — a front-row seat (and a direct stake) in the country's biggest nation-building push in generations. On April 28, 2026, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada's first national sovereign wealth fund — the Canada Strong Fund. It's a bold, headline-grabbing idea: let everyday Canadians invest directly alongside the government in the ports, pipelines, mines, and infrastructure projects shaping our economic future. But before you start redirecting your TFSA contributions, let's break down exactly what this fund is, what it promises, what it costs — and whether it might belong in your financial plan. What Is the Canada Strong Fund? A sovereign wealth fund is a state-owned investment vehicle. Countries like Norw...

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U.S. President Joe Biden steps aside as Democratic candidate, ending re-election bid



In a move that has sent ripples through the political landscape, President Joe Biden has announced the end of his re-election campaign, effectively stepping aside as the Democratic candidate for the upcoming presidential election. 

This decision comes after considerable speculation and discussion within the Democratic Party, with many voices calling for a new direction ahead of the pivotal election. Citing the best interest of the party and the country, President Biden has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee, a gesture that underscores his commitment to the party's success and continuity of leadership. 

As the nation processes this unexpected turn of events, attention now turns to Vice President Harris, who faces the task of uniting the party and presenting a compelling vision for America's future. President Biden's tenure has been marked by significant challenges and achievements, and his decision to step aside reflects a nuanced understanding of the current political climate and a selfless approach to governance.

The coming weeks are sure to be a defining period in American politics as the Democratic Party rallies behind a new candidate and strategizes for the road ahead.

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