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6 Quebec Social Media Accounts To Follow For Inspiration If You’re Clueless About Money

Even when we're not in the middle of a pandemic, managing personal finances is tough. But several local influencer accounts are using their social media platforms to inspire Quebecers with their personal financial stories and experience in everything from stocks to couponing to budgeting.

It's important to note, as ree2mz does on her website, that these accounts aren't offering financial advice and nothing they say is meant to be a recommendation. The content they offer is based on opinion and personal research. Keep in mind that you should always do your own due diligence.

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6 Montreal Struggles I Will Never Complain About Once This Is All Over

New waves and variant strains of the coronavirus in Montreal continue to rear their ugly heads, while Montrealers reminisce about little things they miss that they once took for granted.

Here are six #MTLthings I'll never complain about again when the pandemic finally goes away.

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Popular Montreal Venues That Closed Since 2019

Even before the pandemic, saying goodbye to live music and performance venues in Montreal happened more frequently than many of us would have liked — often due to high taxes and rising rents.  

Sadly, this trend has only been exacerbated by COVID-19, as local businesses face the financial woes that accompany lockdowns and government-mandated business closures. 

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Bars In Montreal That Sadly Closed Their Doors Forever In 2020

If there's one thing Montrealers love, it's a 5 à 7. That's why nothing pains us more than to see some of our favourite Montreal bars close their doors for good.

It's no secret that the lockdowns have been tough on all businesses, but bars and restaurants have had it incredibly tough.

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There's A Recall On Miss Vickie's Chips In Quebec After Glass Was Found In Bags

Are Miss Vickie's your absolute favourite Kettle chips? Have you bought a bag recently and they're just waiting to be eaten in your cupboard?

Well, you may not want to go biting into that chip bag too quickly...

The brand put out a voluntary recall "due to isolated reports of the presence of a small piece of glass found at the bottom of the bag."

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7 Montreal Joys That Have Us Counting Down The Days In Lockdown So We Can Do Them Again

COVID-19 has taken a significant toll on Montreal since the start of the pandemic in March. Being at the heart of the province with the largest number of coronavirus cases in Canada, we've had to rule out most of our daily activities for the sake of public health.  

Not only have locals had to say goodbye to iconic Montreal businesses, but our bustling and vibrant way of life has been dampened due to government restrictions in the city.

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