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FIFA World Cup 2026 & Your Wallet: How to Cash In Right Now

  The biggest sporting event in history is happening right now in Canada. Here's what it means for your money — whether you own property, rent, or just want to watch. The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off on Canadian soil on June 12 — and whether you've been following the matches or not, this tournament is already leaving a mark on Canadian wallets. Toronto and Vancouver are hosting games through July 19, and the economic ripple effects are very real: in hotels, short-term rentals, restaurants, and yes, your tax return. If you're a homeowner — especially in Toronto or the GTA — there's still time to benefit. And if you're simply a Canadian taxpayer, it's worth knowing exactly what this tournament is costing us, and what we're getting back. Here's everything you need to know about the FIFA World Cup and your money. The Big Picture: What This Tournament Is Worth to Canada FIFA projects that hosting the World Cup will contribute up to CAD $3.8 billion in eco...
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Quebec Extends Secularism Rules to Daycare Centres

Secularism Minister Jean-François Roberge made the announcement following a recommendation by a committee tasked with advising the province on how to enhance secularism.

The Quebec government has announced plans to ban the wearing of religious symbols in daycare centres across the province, marking a significant expansion of its secularism policies.

Secularism Minister Jean-François Roberge said the move reflects a “broad consensus” among Quebecers who want to see the principle of state neutrality strengthened. The decision follows recommendations from a government-appointed committee that urged extending existing restrictions to childcare services.

The new legislation will apply to educators and staff in subsidized daycares and Centres de la petite enfance (CPEs). However, a “grandfather clause” will allow current employees who already wear religious symbols to continue doing so.

Quebec has previously banned teachers, judges, police officers, and other public sector workers in positions of authority from wearing religious symbols under Bill 21. Critics argue the policy infringes on individual freedoms, while supporters say it reinforces the province’s secular identity.

The legislation is expected to be tabled in the coming months, sparking renewed debate over the balance between religious freedom and state neutrality in Quebec.


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