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5 Things Every Canadian Should Know About Their Money Today

From a rate hold to a sovereign wealth fund — here's what's moving the needle on your finances right now. 01 — DEADLINE Today is the tax filing deadline — and your refund may be a lifeline April 30 is the last day most Canadians can file their 2025 income tax return without penalty. With the cost of living still squeezing household budgets, many Canadians are counting on their refund as a financial cushion. Filing late triggers a 5% penalty on any balance owing, plus 1% for each additional month. If you haven't filed yet, the CRA's NETFILE portal is still open — act before midnight. 02 — INTEREST RATES Bank of Canada holds steady at 2.25% — no relief yet for borrowers The Bank of Canada kept its policy rate at 2.25% yesterday — the third consecutive hold of 2026. Governor Tiff Macklem cited rising inflation driven by higher global energy prices tied to the Middle East conflict, while U.S. tariffs continue to weigh on exports. CPI inflation climbed to 2.4% in Ma...

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Gas Prices Sink in Canada as Expert Calls for a Month of Falling Prices




Gas prices could continue falling for at least a month, according to one U.S. analyst. Tom Kloza, global head of energy analysis at OPIS, is calling for average prices south of the border to dip below US$3 per gallon. 

Canadian gas prices fell by 3.3 cents per litre to $1.429 for the seven days ended Dec. 7. The falling price of oil continues to weigh on fuel for consumers, according to Andy Lipow, president of Lipow Oil Associates. At the same time, this week’s U.S. gasoline inventory data showed stockpiles swelled by five million barrels last week.


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