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What to Do with Your Tax Refund: 5 Smart Moves for Canadians

  Tax Season · Personal Finance By MoneySavings.ca Editorial Team • May 7, 2026 • 7 min read Tax season is wrapping up across Canada, and for millions of Canadians, that means a refund cheque — or a direct deposit — is on its way. The average Canadian tax refund hovers around $1,800. That's real money. The question is: what's the smartest thing you can do with it? It's tempting to treat a tax refund like "found money" and splurge. But here's the truth — that refund was your money all along. The government was just holding it for you, interest-free. So before it quietly disappears into day-to-day spending, let's look at five moves that will make it work harder for you. $1,800 The average Canadian tax refund — enough to make a meaningful dent in debt, pad an emergency fund, or kick-start your TFSA for the year. 1 Pay Down High-Interest Debt First If you're carrying a balance on a credit card, this should be your very first call. Most Canadian credit car...

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Iran Warns of “Severe” Retaliation Amid Escalating Tensions

            Iran threatens ‘harsh, regrettable’ response to any aggression after claiming full-scale war with the US, Israel.

Iran has issued a sharp warning that any act of aggression against the country will trigger a “harsh” and “regret‑inducing” response, signaling a hardening stance as regional tensions continue to rise. President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered the message publicly, stressing that Iran will not hesitate to defend itself against external threats.

The warning followed renewed statements from U.S. leadership suggesting that Washington would respond forcefully if Iran attempts to rebuild elements of its missile or nuclear programs. Iranian officials quickly pushed back, accusing the United States of escalating rhetoric and attempting to intimidate the country.

Senior advisers in Tehran echoed the president’s remarks, emphasizing that Iran views any military strike or covert action as a direct attack on its sovereignty. The exchange has fueled concerns among analysts who fear that heightened rhetoric on both sides increases the risk of miscalculation.

For now, Iran’s message remains firm: any strike or perceived act of aggression will be met with a powerful and immediate response.


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