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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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Escalation in the Shadows: Israel Strikes Tehran as Iran Renews Missile Assaults

In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Israel launched targeted airstrikes on Iranian government facilities and the notorious Evin Prison in Tehran on Monday, responding to a fresh wave of missile and drone attacks from Iran. The strikes come amid heightened regional tensions following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites over the weekend.

According to Israeli defense officials, the strikes aimed at “military command centers” and infrastructure linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, including roads near the Fordo nuclear facility to hinder access. One of the most symbolic targets was Evin Prison, known for housing political prisoners and dual nationals, which reportedly suffered damage to its main gate.

Iran, for its part, described its missile barrage as part of “Operation True Promise 3,” targeting Israeli cities including Haifa and Tel Aviv. Explosions were also reported in Jerusalem, though no major damage has been confirmed.

The United Nations nuclear watchdog warned of “very significant damage” at Iran’s Fordo facility following the U.S. strikes, raising fears of a broader conflict involving multiple global powers.

As both nations brace for potential retaliation, international leaders are urging restraint and a return to diplomacy. The European Union emphasized the urgent need to de-escalate, warning that the risk of a wider regional war is growing by the hour.

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