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Montreal’s Flinks raises $16 million

Montreal’s Flinks raises $16 million

Montreal in Technology | Steve La Barbera | Jul 6, 2020 Perhaps Montreal’s best known fintech, Flinks has today announced another $16 million flowing into its coffers. That includes just over $5 million in debt, and and $11 million series A round led by National Bank’s corporate venture capital arm, NAventures, which was also the

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Some prices go up every year. That doesn't mean you have to pay those increases

Some prices go up every year. That doesn't mean you have to pay those increases

Prices go up every year, and that means less money in your bank account. Here's how you can keep a tighter grip on costs.

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Navigating a Crisis as a Startup

Navigating a Crisis as a Startup

While these are unprecedented times, these tactics may better position your startup to navigate uncertain waters. Continue reading →

6 years ago
Tapping into retirement savings doesn't have to be 'the end of the world.' How to decide if it's right for you

Tapping into retirement savings doesn't have to be 'the end of the world.' How to decide if it's right for you

Experts often say taking money from your 401(k) or IRA is a "last resort," but these days it may be a lifeline to those who have been impacted by the coronavirus crisis.

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Looming evictions may soon make 28 million homeless in U.S., expert says

Looming evictions may soon make 28 million homeless in U.S., expert says

"We have never seen this extent of eviction in such a truncated amount of time in our history," housing expert Emily Benfer said.

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Refusal to embrace open banking puts Canada behind yet another curve

Refusal to embrace open banking puts Canada behind yet another curve

Financial Post | Kevin Carmichael | July 10, 2020 Adam Felesky, chief executive of Portag3 Ventures LP, the venture-capital arm of Power Corp. of Canada, was primed to put his home country on the leading edge of finance at the end of last year. “We’re on a mission to build global champions from a Canadian

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Yes, you can restart unemployment benefits if you're laid off again

Yes, you can restart unemployment benefits if you're laid off again

Millions of Americans went back to work in May and June. Rising coronavirus caseloads could threaten their jobs again. But there's a silver lining: they can resume their unemployment benefits.

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Here's how to go to college for free

Here's how to go to college for free

Connecticut recently announced it would offer a tuition-free community college program for 2020, however, other states have had to table such plans due to budget shortfalls.

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Opportunity to connect and discuss how student talent can help your business

Opportunity to connect and discuss how student talent can help your business

TFI | Sara Anderson | July 10, 2020 Are you interested in providing students with work opportunities that can benefit them, and your business, during Canada’s economic recovery? If you’re in HR, talent management, or responsible for recruitment within your organization, this opportunity is for you! Toronto Finance International has partnered with The Conference Board

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Job losses remain 'enormous': Coronavirus unemployment claims are worst in history

Job losses remain 'enormous': Coronavirus unemployment claims are worst in history

Weeks into the coronavirus crisis, new applications for unemployment benefits remain at least twice their peak during the Great Recession.

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She just started her doctorate in physics. Now she's worried she could be deported

She just started her doctorate in physics. Now she's worried she could be deported

Michelle Wang was supposed to start her doctorate program in physics at Emory University this August. But a recent announcement by the Trump administration has her afraid she might have to return to China instead.

6 years ago
Here's what visiting a theme park is like in the age of coronavirus

Here's what visiting a theme park is like in the age of coronavirus

Six Flags Great Adventure & Safari is one of 11 theme parks the entertainment giant has opened at limited capacities across the U.S. CNBC spent the day there on July 3. Here's what it's like to visit an amusement park amid anti-coronavirus health and safety protocols.

6 years ago
How to borrow money if you are out of options

How to borrow money if you are out of options

People have few choices when borrowing money to fix holes in their budget. Many loans carry high interest rates or hidden fees. Here are your best options.

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A 'financial war' with China could be brewing on top of the trade war

A 'financial war' with China could be brewing on top of the trade war

U.S. regulators have long sought more transparency from Chinese companies with shares trading on U.S. exchanges.

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Your income took a hit. Now what?

Your income took a hit. Now what?

About half of Americans have lost some household income because of the pandemic. Here's what you can do to strengthen your situation.

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