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CUSMA Wasn’t Renewed: The 10-Year Clock Now Running on Your Job, Prices and Savings

  Canadian Money Brief | Feature CUSMA Wasn't Renewed: The 10-Year Clock Now Running on Your Job, Prices and Savings By MoneySavings.ca | Published November 2, 2026 Quick quiz: is Canada's free trade deal with the United States still in place? The honest answer is yes and no. The agreement known here as CUSMA is still in force, but since July 1 it has been on a different footing, and the way it plays out over the next decade matters to your paycheque, your grocery bill and your savings. Most of us missed the moment because nothing visibly changed that day. That is exactly why it deserves a closer look, especially with the federal budget arriving Thursday. The short version: CUSMA did not end. It moved from a long-term deal to a deal that gets reviewed every year until 2036. Roughly 90% of what Canada sells to the U.S. has been crossing the border tariff-free because of it, so each annual review is a chance for that protection to be tested. For households, this is a slow-burn r...

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Best Healthy Snacks, According to a Registered Dietitian

 



Here are some healthy snacks that you can buy:

1. Broad beans: Broad beans, also known as fava beans, are roasted to perfection and come in a variety of flavors. They are high in protein and fiber, making them a great snack option.

2. Dried fruit: Dried fruit is a great source of fiber and vitamins. RIND Snacks Chewy Skin-On Dried Fruit is a favorite in the GH Nutrition Lab.

3. Nuts: Nuts like pistachios are healthy and delicious. Wonderful Pistachios Variety Pack is a great option for portion control 2.

4. Rice crisps: Rice crisps are a great alternative to potato chips. Quaker Rice Crisps come in a variety of flavors and are perfect for dipping or snacking on their own.

5. Protein bars: GoMacro Macrobar Organic Vegan Protein Bars are a great source of protein and come in a variety of flavors.

6. Edamame beans: Each serving of edamame has 14 grams of complete plant-based protein, making this a super healthy and delicious option that will keep you full. The Only Bean Crunchy Roasted Edamame Beans is a great option.

7. Graham crackers: Kodiak Cakes Bear Bites Graham Crackers are perfect for those with a sweet tooth and will help keep your protein up.

8. Broad bean snacks: Bada Bean Bada Boom Crunchy Broad Beans are crunchy and high in protein and fiber, making them an excellent snack option.

9. Waffles: Rip Van Wafels Snickerdoodle Stroopwafels are a healthier alternative to traditional waffles, with only three grams of sugar per serving.

10. Fruit bars: KIND Fruit Bars come in a variety of flavors and are made with real fruit.



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