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Analyzing the Calgary Real Estate Market and Home Sales Forecast
Calgary, Alberta, is consistently rated one of the most livable cities in the world, so it’s no wonder this tight real estate market has stayed red-hot for years. Increased migration from other provinces and outside of Canada means more people are competing for an ever-dwindling inventory of homes that tend to move quickly as soon as they’re listed for sale. If you’re looking to buy or sell, here's what you need to know.
Interac’s People-centric Approach Empowers Close-knit Team to do Their Best Work
Fintech trailblazer Interac Corp., a 2023 winner in Can- ada’s Most Admired Corpor- ate Cultures Mid-Market category, is fueled by a tal- ented workforce. Dovetailing its vision to empower Can- adians to be in control of their money, the company believes that encouraging its small but mighty team of about 750 em- ployees to live their best lives inspires them to do their best work.
How luxury real estate has changed in Montreal
From traditional heritage properties to sleek hotel-style condominiums, luxury real estate in Quebec looks different today than it has in the past, with many more options at various price points. Today, you don’t have to spend $5 million to make your upscale dreams come true.
Indulge all your senses in Virginia: Discover this world-class destination for food, wine and wellness
Beyond its renowned scenic coastline, Virginia offers travellers plenty to see, do and eat – making it a top-notch vacation destination.
A Real Drip: Your Guide to Gutters and Drainage Systems
As heavy water flows through your eavestroughs and downspout, your gutters can only protect your home if you make sure water is diverted away from your foundation. Maintaining, repairing, and replacing your drainage system should be at the top of homeowners’ to-do lists this spring. Here’s why.
Culinary Travel Celebrates the History of a Destination
One of the best ways to explore a city is by tasting your way through it. According to a recent Virtuoso report, the appeal of culinary tourism continues to rise as travelers choose food and drink adventures as the main course for an immersive, memorable trip that connects them to their chosen destination.
Top 10 New Garden Plants You Should Grow in 2024
Bright and bold colors, bigger blooms, pollinator appeal. Check out some of the best new garden plants to look for in 2024.
Northern Lights Tourism Expected to Skyrocket in 2024, According to Expedia Data
Have you dreamed of seeing show-stopping waves of violet, blue-green, white and red lights cascading across the night sky? If so, you’re not alone. According to a survey by OnePoll commissioned by Expedia, Northern Lights tourism is on the rise, with nearly half of Americans planning to become aurora hunters in 2024.
Cruise the majestic St. Lawrence River
River cruises have surged in popularity in recent years and travellers eager to experience this type of voyage can do so aboard St. Lawrence Cruise Lines’ Canadian Empress, a one-of-a-kind small passenger ship. History buffs and mystery lovers will be captivated by this beautiful waterway’s storied past.
Every Step You Take, Every Mouse Click You Make, I’ll Be Watching You
As leaders continue managing remote or hybrid teams and their workloads, technology vendors have dangled more and more tantalizing options for enhanced employee monitoring. Employers can now track everything from keystrokes to badge swipes to GPS location — and everything in between. Organizations can use technology to snap screenshots to see if employees are visiting sites unrelated to work or install web cameras to confirm people are at their workstations.
Where should leaders draw the line when it comes to employee monitoring?
Safety first: A guide to vintage product safety for buyers and sellers
Nothing beats finding a one-of-a-kind vintage treasure at a killer price point. But sometimes, vintage items can have electrical, chemical or structural issues that make them unsafe or even dangerous if you don’t know what to look for.
With so much conflicting information floating online from reputable government or public health sources along with anecdotal warnings, there’s no definitive guide to vintage or secondhand product safety. Here are some things buyers and vendors should keep in mind when scouring for or selling some common thrift store finds.
Why a Retiree May Be Your Next New Hire
Remember "quiet quitting"? Well, it’s shifted into a "quiet return," according to a recent Pew study.
A growing number of older workers have been heading back to the office since the pandemic, in some cases in search of bridge jobs to combat the effects of high inflation, while others are being wooed to resume their jobs in the wake of continued labor shortages.
Grow a Perennial Garden to Save Time and Money
Plant once, enjoy for many years—that's the purpose of a perennial garden. Beyond adding color and interest, perennials stay in the ground over time, which means their extensive root systems will help hold soil in place, reducing the risk of soil erosion.
Are You Considering Weather When Buying a Home?
You consider price, location, commute time, and school districts when house hunting, but have you thought about adding climate and weather-related risks to your list? Heat waves, severe flooding, violent hailstorms, tornadoes, rising sea levels, raging wildfires—these extreme weather events all present major challenges for Canadians, including those in the market to buy a home.
What If... Do you have the right contingency plans in place?
Running a c-store business is often a seven-day-a-week endeavour, and many owners are so busy they don’t stop to wonder what would happen if they or their loved one were struck by critical illness or accident. If you’re incapacitated and there’s no contingency or succession plan in place, your business and the well-being of your employees can suffer.
Scrambling to implement a game plan when faced with an emergency or a health crisis can be overwhelming. We asked experts across Canada how you can protect your business now.