[Update] Where to Get a COVID-19 PCR Test for Travel: U.S.
As we outlined in our primer on Canada’s new COVID-19 border restrictions, most people who travel to Canada will need to show the results of […]
High Interest Savings Deal Alert: Simplii Financial Offering 2.00% (this offer has expired)
Attention Fellow Savers ! Mr. Thrifty wants to alert you to a new savings rate promotion by Simplii Financial: 2.00% interest per annum on new […]
Deal Alert: CIBC Offering 1.50% (was 2.10%) – New Customers Only [This offer has expired]
Attention Fellow Savers! CIBC is offering a promotional interest rate of 1.50% for the first 120 days for new customers opening an eAdvantage Savings Account. […]
Travel Health Insurance for Canadians
As the global travel scene reopens we’d like to highlight the importance of travel health insurance for Canadians. Trust Mr. Thrifty: the only thing worse […]
Chequing Account Offer: Simplii Offering Up to $200
We are frequently asked by readers about ways to save money on everyday chequing accounts. Like savings accounts, the best deals are often found outside […]
Canadian Tire Bank – Another High Interest Savings Account Option
Thrifty Readers will know that Canadian Tire offers some attractive no fee credit cards….look no further than the Triangle World Elite Mastercard with the free […]
High Interest Savings Deal Alert: RBC Offering 2.25% [This deal has expired]
Attention Fellow Savers! RBC is offering a promotional interest rate of 2.25% for the first three months for new customers opening a High Interest eSavings […]
The Best Bank Accounts for Newcomers to Canada
For newcomers to Canada, picking the right bank account is an important first step to establishing a sound personal financial plan. With that in mind, […]
How to Get the Best FX Rates for Canadian Companies
Mr. Thrifty’s Pick: the OFX Global Currency Account If you’re a Canadian company, especially a small business or SME, and are trying to get the […]
Amazon Seller Central USA for Canadians — How to Save on Foreign Currency Conversion
With the massive US market just across the border, selling on Amazon Seller Central USA is an attractive prospect for many Canadian businesses. By shipping […]
Are Canadian Robo-Advisors Adding or Destroying Value?
In a previous post covering the outrageous fees being charged by Canadian mutual fund managers we concluded that, on balance, active equity money managers are […]
Fees are for Suckers: Mr. Thrifty’s Favorite No Annual Fee Credit Cards
OK, perhaps we exaggerate slightly: Mr. Thrifty is willing to create a limited exception for credit cards where the first year’s annual fee is waived […]
Ask Mr. Thrifty: Is the DUCA 4.25% Investment Share Offering a Good Deal?
We use this forum to post follow-up Q&A on the topics in our blog. Q: Thanks for your informative 2019 article on DUCA. I’m a […]
How to save on car rentals at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel-Aviv, Israel (TLV)
Mr. Thrifty was recently in Israel and needed to rent a car for a few days to see more of this fascinating country. A lot […]
High Interest Savings Deal Alert: DUCA Offering 3.0% [This offer has lapsed]
Attention Fellow Savers! Mr. Thrifty wants to alert you to a new savings rate promotion by DUCA: 3.0% interest (increased in early January from 2.50%) […]
La Capitale Offering 3.00% Interest Rate on New Deposits [This offer has ended ]
Attention Quebec Residents! La Capitale, a Quebec-based civil service mutual company, is offering high interest savings accounts with a promotional interest rate of 3.00% per […]
Compensation for Flight Delays in Canada: Know Your Rights
Read on to check if you’re entitled to compensation for flight delays in Canada. The Canadian government unveiled new rules in May 2019 to help […]
Buffalo Travel Tips: Mr. Thrifty’s Guide to Enjoying Buffalo Like a Local
As our Twitter followers know, Mr. Thrifty recently spent a weekend in Buffalo (attending a Bills-Eagles game!). Unlike many visitors, Mr. Thrifty explored the “Queen […]
Affected by the Lufthansa Strike? AirHelp Can Help!
Lufthansa Strike, 6 – 8 November, 2019 Lufthansa Cabin Crew are scheduled to go on strike starting today, November 6, to November 8. Affected travelers […]
What’s the Best Tourist SIM for Singapore?
Looking for the best tourist SIM for Singapore? Read on for Mr. Thrifty’s analysis. Singapore is an extremely popular destination and transit point and has, […]