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'The love of my life': Katy Perry gushed about Justin Trudeau and revealed a kinky nickname

If there was any doubt about where things stand between Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau, the pop star may have just cleared it up during a recent livestream.

Perry was mid-conversation with fans on streaming platform Stationhead when she appeared to go off-script to talk about her boyfriend.

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Canada just released a colourful FIFA World Cup loonie and you'll soon find it in your change

Keep an eye on your change this summer. A new loonie just dropped, and this one is hard to miss.

The Royal Canadian Mint released a FIFA World Cup 2026 commemorative $1 circulation coin today, marking the first time in tournament history that Canada is hosting matches on home soil. The coin was unveiled at BC Place in Vancouver, where Mint and FIFA officials took to the pitch for the occasion.

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Canadians can FINALLY renew their passports online but there's a catch

Renewing a Canadian passport has never exactly been a fun errand. Between the lineups, the paperwork, and the trips to a government office, most people put it off as long as humanly possible.

That just changed (sort of). As of April 16, all eligible Canadians can now renew their passport entirely online through the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada portal — no in-person visit or envelope stuffing required.

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Canadians will get a one-time grocery payment next month — Here's how much you could receive

Standing at the checkout these days can feel like a bit of a gut punch. Prices that seemed high a year ago look almost reasonable compared to what things cost now, and most Canadians have felt that shift in a very direct way.

The federal government is putting some money back in people's pockets next month to help absorb some of that pressure. On June 5, the Canada Revenue Agency will issue a one-time payment to eligible Canadians as part of a transition into a new benefit program designed to address the rising cost of food and other essentials.

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A new travel warning was issued by the Canadian government & it may impact your summer trip

Looking forward to finally taking that summer trip? Before you pack your bags, there are a few things the Canadian government wants you to know.

Global Affairs Canada issued a travel advisory on Monday warning that the ongoing situation in the Middle East could disrupt travel plans for Canadians headed almost anywhere — not just those flying to the region itself.

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Summer 2026 is expected to be hotter than usual across Canada — Here's what Quebec can expect

If you have been quietly hoping this summer will actually feel like summer, the latest weather forecast is on your side.

The Old Farmer's Almanac recently released its summer 2026 weather predictions for Canada, and the short version is that most of the country is in for a warmer than normal season.

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Dunkin' Donuts will return to Canada with hundreds of locations, but will Quebec be included?

Look out, Tim Hortons. Dunkin' Donuts is coming back to Canada.

Montreal-based restaurant operator Foodtastic announced today that it has signed a master franchising agreement with Inspire Brands to bring Dunkin' back to Canada, with plans to open hundreds of locations nationwide in the near future.

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Over 100k Americans are looking to relocate to Canada — Here's why

While our relationship has hit a bit of a rough patch lately, the United States and Canada continue to intermingle.

Along with sharing the longest international border in the world, the two countries also have a ton in common, and according to a new study, a growing number of Americans are thinking about taking that relationship one step further.

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Some Canadians can claim up to $5,200 in this class action settlement against the CRA

A class action settlement worth $8.7 million has been approved against the Government of Canada, and if you had a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or Service Canada account in 2020, you may be entitled to compensation.

A Federal Court judge signed off on the settlement on May 5, 2026, concluding it was fair, reasonable, and in the best interests of class members. Depending on your situation, eligible Canadians can claim anywhere from $80 up to $5,280 in total.

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A $50M settlement is being paid out to Canadian car buyers but the deadline is almost here

If you bought or leased a vehicle in Canada between 1998 and 2017, you have until Tuesday to claim your share of a nearly $50 million class action settlement. This is the third and final round of distributions, meaning there's no coming back if you miss it.

The settlement stems from a series of class action lawsuits alleging that auto parts manufacturers colluded to inflate the cost of 45 different components, driving up vehicle prices for consumers across the country. More than one million eligible Canadian vehicle owners are set to receive a piece of the pot.

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Canada's 2026 census has started and you could be fined up to $500 for ignoring it

If a letter shows up in your mailbox soon, you should probably give it a second look before tossing it.

Statistics Canada officially kicked off the 2026 Census of Population on May 4, and households across the country are now receiving invitation letters in the mail. Each one includes a unique 16-digit access code to complete the questionnaire online. If yours hasn't arrived yet, it shouldn't be long.

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Canadians who bought cars between '98 & '17 have a week to claim cash from this $50M settlement

If you bought or leased a vehicle in Canada between 1998 and 2017, you may be owed money from a class action settlement. But you now have less than a week to claim it.

May 12 is the deadline for newly added vehicles in the latest round of the auto parts settlement, and this is expected to be the third and final distribution of funds. Miss it, and there likely won't be another opportunity.

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